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JMU Foundation Scholarships (Multiple Programs)

JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY REAL ESTATE FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Varies ($1 - $4 years; ranging from $1,000+ per year)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

JMU Foundation Scholarships

Program Type: Multiple merit and need-based scholarships administered through JMU Foundation

Program Overview:

  • JMU provides more than 400 scholarships annually to incoming students

  • Award amounts vary (ranging from partial to full tuition coverage)

  • Duration varies from one to four years

  • Various scholarship opportunities for different fields, interests, and backgrounds

  • Some scholarships become available in fall; others open in January, February, and March
  • Award Criteria (Primary):

  • Exceptional academic performance (merit-based scholarships)

  • Leadership

  • Community involvement

  • Career goals

  • Need-based criteria (FAFSA required)

  • First-generation status

  • Specific major/program enrollment
  • Application Hub:

  • Centralized application through Madison Scholarships Hub

  • General Application serves as foundation for most opportunities

  • Information pulled from admissions application
  • Key Dates:

  • FAFSA Priority Deadline: January 1 (for need-based considerations)

  • Scholarship deadlines vary by department

  • New opportunities typically appear in January, February, and March
  • Geographic Scope: James Madison University (Virginia)

    Contact:
    JMU Office of Admissions
    Holland Yates Hall, MSC 0101
    100 East Grace Street
    Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
    Phone: (540) 568-5681
    Email: admissions@jmu.edu

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Access the Madison Scholarships Hub
    - Log into MyMadison
    - Click on Applicant tab
    - Click Madison Scholarships Hub logo

    2. Complete the General Application
    - All students encouraged to complete this form
    - Used to determine eligibility for various opportunities
    - Information pulled directly from your admissions application

    3. Review Recommended Opportunities
    - System presents recommended scholarships based on qualifications
    - Review criteria carefully
    - Apply to those you meet requirements for

    4. Submit Additional Materials
    - Submit any additional required information for recommended opportunities
    - Requirements vary by scholarship

    5. Key Recommendations
    - Complete General Application as soon as possible
    - Check back in January, February, and March for new opportunities
    - Submit FAFSA by January 1 for need-based scholarship consideration

      Required Materials

    • Completed admissions application
    • General Application through Madison Scholarships Hub
    • FAFSA (for need-based scholarships) - submit by January 1
    • Additional materials as specified for individual scholarships

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    education

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