The Samuel G. Rose Scholars Award will provide support for undergraduate students who need financial assistance to complete their degrees. Award amounts range between $400 to full in-state tuition and fees, and are renewable for future years.
Students will be considered for this award if they meet the following requirements:
And:
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What is the scholars award?
This award fund was established by Samuel G. Rose, LL.B. '62, a retired commercial real estate developer who obtained his law degree while attending night classes at The University of Baltimore School of Law. The fund provides financial assistance to students who might not otherwise be able to complete their undergraduate degrees.
Interestingly, the funding for the Rose award was generated from an art sale involving American filmmaker George Lucas, best known as the creator of the Star Wars franchise. Lucas and his wife founded The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles, which includes works by well-known Black artists. Rose is a collector of pieces by Jacob Lawrence and Romare Bearden, two acclaimed Black artists, and earlier this year Rose sold a pair of works by those artists to the Lucas Museum, and used the proceeds to fund the award.
Can I apply this scholars award toward any degree program at UBalt?
Yes, you can enroll in any undergraduate degree program at UBalt. However, the scholars award can not be applied toward a second bachelor's degree, a certificate program or a graduate degree or any graduate-level courses you may take as part of your undergraduate studies.
What is covered by the scholars award?
The scholars award will cover in-state tuition and fees only. Individual classroom lab and online class fees can be included. Textbooks, parking, housing and other auxiliary expenses are not included.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Students will be considered for this scholars award if they have at least a 2.0 cumulative college-level GPA and 24 college-level credits. Students with 24-29 credits may complete a combination of academic credit and prior learning, with at least 12 credits earned at an accredited institution. Students must enroll at UBalt at least half-time (6 credits or more per semester). Student must also complete the FAFSA form. Students must be pursing their first bachelors degree. Current UBalt students, and those who enrolled at UBalt in the past are not eligible.
How long do I have to use the scholars award, once received? Can it be renewed?
Funding will be provided for eight semesters from your initial date of enrollment at UBalt. You are eligible to renew the award if you complete the FAFSA each year, maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher, and maintain continuous enrollment at UBalt (excludes winter and summer terms). You may apply to extend the award if you meet select requirements.
Am I eligible to receive this grant as a half-time student?
Yes, students enrolled in more than 6 credits per semester will be considered.
What happens if I have to stop out at any point during my studies?
Students must be continuously enrolled at UBalt (excluding winter and summer sessions) to continue receiving the award. If you are called up for military-related duty, you may continue to receive the award for the qualifying remaining length of time upon your return to the institution.
Am I eligible to receive other institutional aid in addition to the Rose Scholars Award?
You may be eligible for additional institutional aid such as merit-based awards.The Office of Financial Aid will adjust all awards based on eligibility.
Is there a deadline to apply for the scholars award?
Students who complete their application for admission prior to June 1 (for the upcoming fall semester only) will be given priority consideration. Given the limited number of awards available, we encourage you to apply as early as possible.
Do I have to submit separate applications for the scholars award and admission to the University of Baltimore?
No, there is no separate application for the award. Depending on what type of student you are, you will either need to apply for First Year Admission (24-29 college-level credits) or as a transfer student (30+ credits). You do need to submit the FAFSA form to be considered. The Office of Financial Aid may require additional information if you have a military affiliation, or if required as part of the financial aid awarding process.
I plan on taking classes online or at the Universities at Shady Grove. Can I still receive the scholars award?
Yes, the award will cover tuition and fees for our main campus in Baltimore, online classes or classes offered at the Universities at Shady Grove. As always, make sure you indicate your intention on your admission application.
I am not a U.S. Citizen, am I eligible?
Non-citizens who are eligible for the Pell Grant may qualify for the award. Non-citizens are Pell Grant eligible if they are a permanent resident, a parolee for one year or longer, an asylee, a recognized refugee, or a Cuban-Haitian entrant.
How will I know if I receive the scholars award? How do I accept it?
If selected, a representative from of Office of Admission will contact you to review the details. To accept, please log into the MyUBalt portal. From the My Student Center link, click on Financial Aid and scroll down to accept the award. If you need help, please contact the Office of Financial Aid. You have three weeks from the date of notification to accept the award.
If I do not receive the Rose Scholars Award, what other options do I have?
If you do not receive the award, you may still be eligible for opportunities, including scholarships or federal financial aid. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid to learn more.