Marquette University Scholarships (2026–2027)
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Last Updated on June 4, 2026
What This Page Covers:- Tuition, housing, and average family net price
- Automatic merit ranges and qualifier benchmarks
- Flagship and hidden-gem awards
- Honors and stacking strategy
📊 Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance Rate: ~83%
- Middle 50% ACT: 28.5
- Middle 50% SAT: 1285
- Average GPA: 3.7
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📌 Marquette University at a Glance
🏆 Full tuition available (Michael R. Lovell Presidential Scholarship & Burke Scholars Program)
Average Net Price
$29,237/year
Average paid.
Automatic Merit
Up to $3,000/yr
No separate application.
Scholarships Tracked
34 opportunities
6 automatic · 8 competitive · 18 hidden gem · 2 honors
Merit Evaluation
Holistic Review / Varies
Merit depends on profile rigor.
Testing Policy
Test-optional
Superscores ACT/SAT.
Key Deadlines
Priority: Nov 15 • FAFSA: Feb 1
Full-Tuition / Full-Ride
Michael R. Lovell Presidential Scholarship & Burke Scholars Program
Honors College
Honors Program Available
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA Only
🚨 Easy-to-Miss “Gotchas” at Marquette University (Read This First)
- While most students receive some merit, the biggest scholarships (full tuition/full ride) are highly competitive and require separate applications or selection—don’t assume they’re likely.
- Marquette is test-optional for admission, but stronger scores can still help with merit positioning, especially at the higher award tiers.
- Deadlines matter: applying earlier (especially by November 15) keeps students in the best position for both admission and scholarship consideration.
FAQ
Is this college test-optional? Yes — Marquette University is test-optional.
What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT? ACT: 28.5; SAT: 1285.
Average net price? About $29,237/yearyear after aid.
Does this school use waivers/reciprocity?
No — private school; same rate for all.
💰 Cost of Attendance at Marquette University 2026-2027
📅 2026–2027 Planning Note: The costs below reflect the most recently published figures (2025–2026). Universities typically finalize the next year’s rates in the spring, and we’ll update this page once official 2026–2027 numbers are released.
Planning tip: At large public universities, tuition, fees, and housing usually increase modestly each year (often in the 2–5% range). For early budgeting, families may want to plan for roughly $1,000–$1,500 more in-state or $2,000–$3,000 more out-of-state in total direct costs once new rates are published.
| Category (2026–2027) |
In-State |
Out-of-State |
| Tuition & Mandatory Fees (2 semesters) |
$53,310 |
$53,310 |
| Housing & Meals (typical) |
$16,190 |
$16,190 |
| Total (Direct Costs) |
$69,500 |
$69,500 |
Average Federal Net Price: $29,237 — this is what families actually paid after grants and scholarships (no loans), based on the most recent federal data. Your specific cost could be significantly lower or higher depending on your financial aid eligibility and merit scholarships. New to Net Price & SAI? Read our guide.
Good to know:
Marquette requires only the FAFSA for financial aid consideration — not the CSS Profile.
Although it’s a private university, tuition is the same for all U.S. students regardless of residency.
State-based grants (like the Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholarship) and outside awards can also
stack with Marquette’s institutional scholarships to further reduce cost.
Cost & Aid FAQs
Is tuition the same for everyone?
Yes — Marquette charges one rate for all students, whether in-state or out-of-state.
Do I need to submit the CSS Profile?
No — only the FAFSA is required for Marquette scholarships and need-based aid.
Can aid significantly reduce the total cost?
Yes — while the sticker price is around $69,500, most families pay far less thanks to merit scholarships and need-based aid.
Sources (Tier 1–2 Verified):
Marquette University Financial Aid (2025–26 Estimates): https://www.marquette.edu/tuition-financial-aid/costs.php
Marquette University Common Data Set 2024–25: https://www.marquette.edu/academic-effectiveness/institutional-research-analysis/documents/cds-2024-2025_final.pdf
U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Net Price $29,237): https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?239105-Marquette-University
Marquette Admissions (Test Policy & Deadlines): https://www.marquette.edu/admissions/undergraduate/
Marquette Scholarships Overview: https://www.marquette.edu/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships-overview.php
✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships
Marquette automatically considers all admitted students for certain scholarships—no separate application needed. Awards are based on GPA, the rigor of high school coursework, and (if submitted) superscored ACT or SAT results.
Automatic⚠ All Undergrad Only
Père Marquette Award
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Can be combined with other Marquette scholarships and grants, though total aid is capped at cost of attendance. Note: varsity student-athletes and second bachelor's degree candidates are not eligible.
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Strategic Detail
The Père Marquette Award is Marquette's largest pool of gift assistance and the foundational merit scholarship for full-time undergraduates. Amounts vary and are set at admission — they don't increase in later years. Transfer applicants are also considered on a rolling basis until funds run out. Varsity athletes and students pursuing a second bachelor's are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Virtually every admitted full-time freshman receives some level of Père Marquette aid. Larger awards go to students with stronger GPAs and more rigorous coursework; test scores are optional but can help.
Automatic
Wisconsin Academic Excellence Awards (Marquette)
📅 Deadline: Set by Wisconsin Academic Excellence program; no separate Marquette deadline.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
State-funded merit award applied toward tuition; stackable with Marquette institutional aid subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
This Wisconsin state award goes to valedictorians and other high-ranking graduates under state law, and Marquette applies it toward tuition when the student enrolls. The dollar amount is set annually by the state and isn't specified on Marquette's page. It stacks with Marquette merit aid within cost-of-attendance limits.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Wisconsin valedictorians and other top-ranked graduates designated under the state Academic Excellence statute who choose to enroll at Marquette.
Automatic
Wisconsin Hometown Dean's Scholarships
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
Intended to supplement general merit awards for Wisconsin residents; stackable within cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
An additional Wisconsin-only merit layer on top of the standard Père Marquette Award. Marquette doesn't publish specific dollar amounts or detailed criteria beyond Wisconsin residency and academic strength — details are shared with eligible students through their financial aid notifications.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Wisconsin residents with strong academic records from designated hometowns or regions who apply to Marquette. Details are communicated through the admission and financial aid process rather than published publicly.
Automatic
Do Great Things Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
👥 ~Two awards per year (per Do Great Things Initiative guidance, subject to change). winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Intended to supplement Marquette aid for eligible Green Bay West graduates; stackable within cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
A school-specific scholarship for Green Bay West High School graduates applying to Marquette. Eligible students only need to apply for admission and file the FAFSA — no separate scholarship application is required. Exact dollar amount is not publicly specified. Up to two awards may be available per cycle per Do Great Things Initiative guidance.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Graduates of Green Bay West High School who apply to Marquette, file the FAFSA, and meet the academic and need criteria determined by Marquette and the Do Great Things Initiative.
Automatic
Marquette Alumni Club Scholarships
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews
Holistic / Status Based
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Stacking & Combining
May be combined with other Marquette gift assistance, but the combined total cannot exceed tuition.
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Strategic Detail
Funded through the generosity of Marquette alumni, parents, and friends, these scholarships support incoming students from high schools located in designated alumni club territories. No separate application is needed — admission is the only trigger. International students are not eligible. Award amounts are not publicly listed; details come through the financial aid notification process.
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Who Actually Wins
Admitted students whose high schools fall within a designated Marquette alumni club territory. If your student's hometown has an active Marquette alumni club network, this could be worth asking about.
Automatic⚠ All Undergrad Only
ROTC Scholarship Enhancement
📅 Deadline: Not applicable.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
For four-year full-tuition ROTC recipients, the enhancement covers up to $3,500 per semester toward on-campus housing and meals. For three-year scholarship winners, Marquette provides additional tuition support in year one ($6,500/semester) then shifts to housing/meals ($2,500/semester). The total Marquette ROTC Enhancement cap is $28,000 over the undergraduate program. Air Force ROTC Type 2 scholarship recipients are never eligible for this enhancement — they retain their Père Marquette Award instead. If a student leaves the ROTC program, the enhancement ends and the original Père Marquette Award (if any) is restored.
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Strategic Detail
Marquette hosts Air Force, Army, and Navy/Marine ROTC programs and provides enhancement awards to ROTC scholarship recipients — up to $28,000 total over four years. For four-year full-tuition ROTC scholarship holders, the enhancement covers up to $3,500 per semester toward on-campus housing and meals. Army three-year recipients receive a more complex structure with additional tuition support in year one. Air Force ROTC Type 2 scholarship holders are excluded from this enhancement entirely and keep their Père Marquette award instead. The enhancement is not available during summer terms.
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Who Actually Wins
Students who hold Army, Navy/Marines, or Air Force (non-Type 2) ROTC scholarships and enroll full-time at Marquette. The enhancement fills in where the ROTC scholarship leaves off, typically covering on-campus housing and food for four-year recipients.
Automatic
National Merit Finalist Scholarship
📅 Deadline: Not applicable; follow National Merit first-choice reporting timeline.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Holistic / Status Based
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Stacking & Combining
This $3,000-per-year award stacks on top of other Marquette scholarships and can push a student's total institutional aid above tuition — a genuinely rare perk worth knowing about.
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Strategic Detail
Marquette awards $3,000 per year for up to four years to National Merit Finalists who enroll and list Marquette as their first-choice school with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. No separate Marquette application is needed — the designation itself triggers the award.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Every National Merit Finalist who designates Marquette as their first-choice college and enrolls. If your student hits Finalist status, this money is essentially automatic.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
*Award ranges and GPA/test scores are based on current Marquette guidance and recent class statistics. Actual thresholds can shift year to year.
Automatic Merit FAQs
Does Marquette superscore the ACT or SAT?
No. Marquette considers your highest composite score from a single sitting—not section superscoring.
Do I need a separate scholarship application?
No—your application for admission is all you need if submitted by the freshman deadline.
Can test-optional students receive merit scholarships?
Yes—Marquette is test-optional, and top GPA/rigor alone can earn awards. Strong submitted scores (ACT 27+/SAT 1250+) may improve your offer.
Can these stack with other awards?
Yes—state programs (Wisconsin Excellence), some departmental, and private scholarships may be added on top of Marquette automatic merit (up to financial need/tuition limits).
Sources:
https://www.marquette.edu/explore/scholarships/
https://www.marquette.edu/financial-aid/types-of-aid/undergraduate-scholarships.php
https://www.marquette.edu/explore/costs-and-financial-aid/index.php
🏆 Competitive Scholarships
Marquette offers a handful of selective, high-value scholarships that go beyond the automatic merit awards. These programs are limited in number, require separate applications or nominations, and often emphasize leadership, service, or global engagement. Competition is tough—but these awards can significantly reduce costs for top candidates.
Full RideApp Required
Michael R. Lovell Presidential Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Ride
full_ride
✘ Not stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~Up to 4 awards per year winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
This is a flagship full-ride award (tuition, fees, housing, and food) and generally replaces other institutional merit, though eligible outside scholarships may coordinate within cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply for and be admitted to Marquette University, then complete the separate Michael R. Lovell Presidential Scholarship application. Once admitted, details and next steps are shared through the student status page.
Selection criteria: Holistic review emphasizing exceptional academic achievement, demonstrated servant leadership, commitment to social justice, and alignment with Marquette's Jesuit mission.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview💌 Letters of Rec🌟 Finalist Event
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Strategic Detail
Marquette's most prestigious undergraduate scholarship, honoring the legacy of its 24th president. Up to four full-ride awards (tuition, fees, housing, and food) are given annually to incoming scholars who embody humility, exceptional academics (preferred minimum 3.8 GPA), and a demonstrated commitment to service and social justice. Test-optional applicants are given equal consideration. Scholars are paired with a faculty mentor for high-impact co-curricular experiences. The deadline is February 1.
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Who Actually Wins
A very small cohort — up to four students — who combine the highest academic achievement with genuine servant leadership. Think National Merit-caliber students who have also led meaningful community change, not just listed clubs.
Full RideApp Requiredgeographicservice
Burke Scholars Program
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
Full Ride
full_ride
✘ Not stackable
⚠ Wisconsin high‑school seniors only; service‑focused cohort scholarship that provides a four‑year full ride (tuition, fees, housing, and meals) for 10 students who show strong academics, leadership, and deep commitment to community service.
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~10 awards per year winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
This is a full-ride covering tuition, fees, housing, and food — it replaces most other institutional merit aid. May still coordinate with Pell and eligible outside awards within cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply for admission to Marquette and be accepted; Wisconsin high school seniors (or students following a service gap year) then submit the Burke Scholars application and required materials by March 1.
Selection criteria: Holistic evaluation emphasizing sustained service, leadership, academic excellence, and financial need among Wisconsin students.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Ten full-ride scholarships (tuition, fees, housing, and food) are awarded annually to Wisconsin high school seniors who show exceptional leadership, sustained community commitment, and career goals oriented toward the public good. Preferred minimum GPA of 3.75; FAFSA or Net Price Calculator is required; international students are not eligible. Students who took a service gap year may also apply.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Academically strong Wisconsin high school seniors — typically with a 3.75+ GPA — who have deep community roots and genuinely aspire to careers that serve the public good. Financial need is a real factor here, so filing the FAFSA matters.
Full RideApp Requiredidentity_basedgeographic
Global Scholar Award
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Ride
full_ride
✘ Not stackable
⚠ Competitive full‑ride for high‑achieving international (non‑US) freshmen on F‑1 visas, covering full tuition, housing, meals, and fees—great for global students, but not available to U.S. citizens
🏫 3.3+ GPA👥 ~Up to 2 awards per year winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Covers tuition, housing, food, and student fees for up to two international students. Generally replaces institutional merit aid; permitted external awards may coordinate within cost-of-attendance.
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How to Apply
International applicants apply for admission to Marquette, then submit the separate Global Scholar application — including essays and documentation of leadership and global engagement — by March 1.
Selection criteria: Holistic international-focused review of academic record, leadership, and global engagement.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview
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Strategic Detail
Marquette's full-ride scholarship for international students covers tuition, housing, food, and student fees for up to two incoming first-year students on F-1 visas. A minimum 3.25 unweighted GPA in college-preparatory coursework is required, along with demonstrated leadership and global or community engagement. Application deadline is March 1.
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Who Actually Wins
Top international first-year applicants with excellent academics (minimum 3.25 unweighted GPA in college-prep coursework), strong global leadership experience, and F-1 visa status. Only two awards are available each year — this is as competitive as it gets for international students at Marquette.
Full TuitionApp Requiredgeographicneed_basedidentity_based
Urban Scholars Program
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
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✘ Not stackable
⚠ Full‑tuition scholarship for high‑achieving, low‑income, often first‑gen students from specific Milwaukee‑area high schools and neighborhoods, tuition only (no housing/meals).
🏫 3.4+ GPA👥 ~Up to 45 students per year winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Full-tuition scholarship that replaces most institutional merit aid. Can still pair with Pell grants, state grants, and eligible outside awards up to cost of attendance.
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How to Apply
Apply for admission to Marquette and be accepted; Milwaukee-area high school seniors then submit the Urban Scholars application with essays and leadership/service materials by March 1.
Selection criteria: Holistic review focused on leadership and service in Milwaukee communities, academic promise, and financial need.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Up to 45 full-tuition scholarships are awarded annually to high school seniors from the Milwaukee area. Preference goes to first-generation students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds with a minimum 3.4 GPA and documented financial need. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Milwaukee-area high school seniors — often first-generation students from financially disadvantaged families — who have a preferred minimum 3.4 GPA and demonstrate genuine leadership and service to their communities. FAFSA is required, so financial need is a real selection factor.
App Required
Opus Scholars Program (Engineering Flagship)
📅 Deadline: March 1 (refer to engineering scholarship communications for specifics).
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
👥 ~Limited number of engineering flagship awards winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Major engineering scholarship based on merit and need; coordinates with general merit and need-based aid up to tuition and cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply for admission to Marquette as an engineering major and submit the Opus Scholars application along with FAFSA or Net Price Calculator documentation by the stated deadline.
Selection criteria: Holistic review combining academic excellence in STEM and demonstrated financial need, with preference for first-generation and low-income students.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
The flagship Opus Scholars award recognizes outstanding academic achievement combined with significant financial need for students entering the Opus College of Engineering. Priority goes to first-generation students and those connected to organizations serving low-income youth. Exact dollar amounts are not publicly specified. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Incoming engineering freshmen with strong academic records and significant financial need — especially first-generation students and those from organizations serving low-income youth. This is the more competitive tier of Opus Scholars support.
App Required
Pre-Dental Scholars Program
📅 Deadline: November 15 (Early Action admission recommended) · 📢 Results: Early April
✓ Renews
✎ ~27 ACT✎ ~1280 SAT👥 ~Up to 10 students per year winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Participants retain eligibility for standard Marquette merit aid (Père Marquette Award) and may stack other institutional scholarships within normal limits.
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How to Apply
Apply to Marquette by the November 15 Early Action deadline. Once admitted, apply for the Pre-Dental Scholars Program through the Admitted Student page Scholarships tab by February 1. Semifinalists are notified in mid-February and invited to a virtual interview day in early March.
Selection criteria: Academic record, standardized test scores (if submitted), course rigor, and commitment to dentistry; semifinalists complete a virtual interview day.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview🌟 Finalist Event
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Strategic Detail
A highly competitive accelerated pathway that compresses both a bachelor's degree and Marquette's dental degree into seven years instead of eight. Up to 10 students are admitted each year and receive conditional acceptance to Marquette's School of Dentistry — the only dental school in Wisconsin. Preferred academic profile includes top-25% high school rank, ACT 27+ or SAT 1280+, and coursework in biology, chemistry, and math through trigonometry. Test-optional applicants are eligible and given equal consideration. Students must major in biological sciences, biomedical sciences, or chemistry.
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Who Actually Wins
Up to 10 of Marquette's most academically accomplished pre-health students — the average semifinalist carries a 3.95 unweighted GPA. Think top-of-class biology or chemistry students who are seriously committed to dentistry as a career path.
App Required
Pre-Law Scholars Program
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
✎ ~27 ACT✎ ~1280 SAT👥 ~Up to 25 students per year winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Participants retain eligibility for standard Marquette merit aid and may stack institutional scholarships within normal cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply to Marquette for admission, then apply for the Pre-Law Scholars Program through the Admitted Student page Scholarships tab by March 1. Details and next steps are shared through the student status page after admission.
Selection criteria: Academic record, standardized test scores (if submitted), course rigor, and demonstrated passion for law and public policy.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview🌟 Finalist Event
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Strategic Detail
A six-year accelerated pathway combining a bachelor's degree (completed in three years) and Marquette Law School, saving students an entire year compared to the traditional seven-year route. Up to 25 students are admitted per year with conditional law school acceptance; full acceptance is confirmed by the end of junior year if program conditions are met. Preferred profile: top-25% high school rank, ACT 27+ or SAT 1280+, and a 3.75+ unweighted GPA. Must enroll in the College of Arts and Sciences, Business, Communication, or Health Sciences. Test-optional applicants given equal consideration.
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Who Actually Wins
Up to 25 admitted students per year — top-of-class achievers with a genuine passion for law, public policy, and civic leadership. Average semifinalist GPA is 3.75 unweighted. Open to any major within the eligible colleges.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Les Aspin Scholars Program
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
🏫 3.5+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Does not include a direct merit dollar award; scholars retain full Père Marquette merit eligibility and all other Marquette institutional aid. The primary benefit is a guaranteed Washington D.C. internship placement.
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How to Apply
Apply to Marquette for admission, then apply for the Les Aspin Scholars Program through the Admitted Student page Scholarships tab by March 1. Additional materials will be shared through the student status page after admission.
Selection criteria: Academic record, GPA, class rank, and demonstrated interest in public policy; no specific test score requirement.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
More than 35 years of Washington D.C. connections behind this one. Aspin Scholars are guaranteed a D.C. internship placement during their junior year (fall or spring, or whenever it fits their schedule) through the Les Aspin Center for Government. It's open to any major — the key criteria are a 3.5+ GPA, passion for public policy, and meeting program commitments, including the POSC 2201 American Politics prerequisite course. No direct scholarship dollar is attached, but the policy network access and guaranteed internship placement are significant real-world benefits.
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Who Actually Wins
Students with a minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA, near-top-25% high school rank, and genuine passion for public policy — regardless of intended major. Open to any Marquette undergraduate.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
*GPA figures above are typical of past winners. Marquette uses holistic review—leadership and service are essential.
Competitive Scholarship FAQs
How many students get these awards? Urban Scholars selects about 45 per year; Global and Burke are even more limited.
Can you stack these awards with automatic merit? No—full-tuition awards replace school merit, but may combine with some state/external funds.
Are test-optional students eligible? Yes—emphasis is on GPA, service, and engagement, though strong scores can help.
Are they renewable? Yes, as long as participants stay full-time, meet program standards, and keep up academic progress.
Sources:
https://www.marquette.edu/explore/scholarships/
https://www.marquette.edu/financial-aid/types-of-aid/undergraduate-scholarships.php
https://www.marquette.edu/explore/costs-and-financial-aid/index.php
💎 Hidden Gem Scholarships
In addition to automatic and competitive scholarships, Marquette offers several niche programs that can make a big difference—especially for first-gen, identity-based, and service-oriented students. These awards are often donor-funded or tied to leadership, music, or community engagement.
App Required
Ignacio Ellacuría, S.J. Dreamers Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
$2,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Limited by annual donor funding winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Can be combined with institutional and private aid specifically structured for undocumented or DACA students, within overall cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Undocumented and DACA students apply through Marquette’s Office of Student Financial Aid using a special Dreamers scholarship process instead of the FAFSA.
Selection criteria: Evaluates academic preparation, financial need, and alignment with Marquette’s mission of serving marginalized communities.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Donor-funded institutional aid for Dreamers; CRP dollar range reflects typical awards and current campus descriptions rather than a single fixed amount.
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Who Actually Wins
Incoming DACA or undocumented students with financial need and strong academic and community engagement records.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Ralph H. Metcalfe, Sr. Scholarship
📅 Deadline: Typically February–April; exact date set each year by the donor committee.
✓ Renews
$1,000–$5,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Limited number of awards determined by annual donor funding winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Donor-funded award that can supplement institutional merit and need-based aid, up to tuition and cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply or be nominated through Marquette’s Black Alumni Association or associated donor process, documenting academic record, leadership, service, and financial need.
Selection criteria: Holistic review focused on leadership, service, academic promise, and financial need for Black students.
✎ Essays💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
Administered in partnership with the Marquette University Black Alumni Association; amount and number of awards vary by year.
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Who Actually Wins
Black students with financial need who demonstrate leadership, service, and engagement with the Marquette community.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Pep Band & Symphonic Band Scholarships
📅 Deadline: Follows band application and audition timelines prior to each academic year.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
$500–$2,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Limited by band funding and instrumentation needs each year winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Music ensemble stipends generally stack with merit and need-based aid, up to cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Audition for Marquette pep band or symphonic band and complete any ensemble scholarship forms; awards are determined by the band program.
Selection criteria: Awards are based on musical ability, audition results, and the needs of each ensemble.
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Strategic Detail
Amounts and availability vary each year with ensemble budgets and instrumentation needs; CRP reflects typical ranges for band scholarships.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Student musicians who successfully audition and commit to ensemble rehearsals and performances.
Full RideAutomatic
Ann Kenny Carr Cristo Rey Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Ride
full_ride
✘ Not stackable
👥 ~1 award every 4 years (Cristo Rey Pilsen first preference) winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
This is a comprehensive full-ride covering full tuition and four years of on-campus housing (standard double occupancy) and food plan. Generally replaces other institutional aid.
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Strategic Detail
A remarkable full-ride scholarship — covering full tuition and four years of on-campus housing and food — established through the generosity of Ann Kenny Carr. Only one student from Cristo Rey Pilsen High School is selected every four years, making this extraordinarily rare. If Cristo Rey Pilsen isn't your student's school, other Cristo Rey Chicago-area and national network schools are considered in order of preference. No separate application is needed; just apply for admission by February 1. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: One student from Cristo Rey Pilsen High School is selected every four years. Second preference goes to other Cristo Rey network schools in the Chicago region; third to other U.S. Cristo Rey network graduates.
Automatic
Marquette Experience Pathway Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
👥 ~10 awards per year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Both need- and merit-based; stackable with other Marquette aid within cost-of-attendance limits.
💡
Strategic Detail
Funded by the Stollenwerk family, the Pathway Scholarship supports a cohort of 10 Marquette University High School (MUHS) students each year who were selected into the program as sophomores. It's both merit- and need-based, and students gain significant campus exposure and community connection even before enrolling. FAFSA is required; international students are not eligible. Contact: rose.howard@marquette.edu.
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Who Actually Wins
Up to 10 Marquette University High School students per year who were admitted to the Pathway cohort in their sophomore year and successfully gain admission to Marquette. Financial need is a factor.
Automatic
Monroe Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
$1,000–$3,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Up to 6 awards per year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Can be combined with other Marquette academic scholarships, but the combined total cannot exceed tuition. FAFSA must be filed annually to maintain eligibility.
💡
Strategic Detail
The John F. and Miriam Monroe Award goes to up to six MUHS seniors each year who demonstrate academic excellence and a genuine commitment to service in the Jesuit tradition. Awards range from $1,000 to $3,000 per year and are renewable for four years. FAFSA (or Net Price Calculator for undocumented/DACA students) is required annually. Stacks with other Marquette scholarships up to tuition. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Up to six Marquette University High School seniors per year who combine strong curricular and extracurricular achievement with service that reflects Jesuit values. FAFSA is required, so some financial need is a factor.
Automatic
Stollenwerk Family Merit-Based Endowed Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews
👥 ~1 award per year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Merit-based award that stacks with other Marquette institutional scholarships within standard cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
Established by the Stollenwerk family, this $5,000-per-year merit scholarship goes to one MUHS student per year chosen in close collaboration between Marquette University and Marquette University High School. Selection is merit-based with no published financial need requirement. International students are not eligible. Contact: rose.howard@marquette.edu.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: One Marquette University High School student per year selected by MUHS and Marquette jointly for demonstrated strong academic performance.
Automatic
William A. Ketterer Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
🏫 3.0+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Renewable for eight semesters provided the student remains in good academic standing. Stacks with other Marquette institutional scholarships within standard cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
Established by William A. Ketterer to honor the value of a Catholic education, this $1,500-per-year award is a nice supplemental boost for Wisconsin Catholic high school graduates heading to Marquette. Requirements are accessible — minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA and demonstrated financial need via FAFSA. It's automatic consideration, so there's nothing extra to apply for. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Selected graduates of Wisconsin Catholic high schools with at least a 3.0 unweighted GPA who demonstrate financial need through the FAFSA.
Full TuitionAutomatic
Herdrich Endowed Scholarship for Engineering
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews (5 yrs)
Full Tuition
full_tuition
✘ Not stackable
👥 ~1 award per year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Full tuition and student fees; generally replaces other institutional merit aid. Renewable for up to 10 semesters (five years) provided the student remains in good academic standing in the Opus College and files the FAFSA annually.
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Strategic Detail
The Donald J. and Frances I. Herdrich Endowed Scholarship covers full tuition and student fees for one incoming engineering student with financial need — with a strong preference for first-generation college students (neither parent graduated from college). Renewable for up to 10 semesters. FAFSA required; automatic consideration upon admission. International students not eligible. Learn more about the Engineering Scholars Program at marquette.edu/engineering/engineering-scholars-program.php.
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Who Actually Wins
One first-generation college student entering the Opus College of Engineering with significant financial need. If neither of your parents graduated from college and you plan to study engineering at Marquette, this is one of the most impactful hidden scholarships in the entire portfolio.
Automatic
J. William and Mary Diederich Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
🏫 3.5+ GPA✎ ~28 ACT✎ ~1310 SAT👥 ~5 awards per year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Renewable for four years provided the student remains a Diederich College student in good academic standing. Stacks with other institutional aid within normal limits.
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Strategic Detail
Named after the Diederich College benefactors, this $8,000-per-year scholarship rewards meritorious communication students with strong leadership potential. Five awards are given annually. Students must meet at least two of four academic criteria: top-10% high school rank, ACT 28+, SAT 1310+, or 3.5+ unweighted GPA. Automatic consideration upon admission — no extra steps required. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Five incoming communication students per year who demonstrate leadership and meet at least two of four academic benchmarks: top-10% class rank, ACT 28+, SAT 1310+, or 3.5+ unweighted GPA. International students are not eligible.
App Required
Ello and Guido Brink Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission); spring audition required.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
Not need-based; stacks with other Marquette institutional scholarships within normal cost-of-attendance limits.
📄
How to Apply
Apply for admission to Marquette as a Diederich College of Communication student; preference is given to theatre majors. The scholarship is awarded through a spring audition competition.
Selection criteria: Audition competition; preference for theatre majors in the Diederich College of Communication.
🌟 Finalist Event
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Strategic Detail
Honoring Milwaukee arts contributors Ello and Guido Brink, this $2,500-per-year scholarship supports performing arts students — specifically theatre majors — in the Diederich College of Communication. It is purely merit-based (not need-based) and is awarded through a spring audition competition. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Incoming Diederich College theatre majors who audition and win the spring competition. If your student is a serious theatre performer heading to Marquette's communication college, this is exactly the kind of award most families never hear about.
Automatic
James Foley Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 (apply for admission)
✓ Renews (2.5 GPA, 4 yrs)
👥 ~1 award per year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Renewable for four years provided the student remains in the Diederich College and maintains a 2.5 GPA. Stacks with other institutional aid within cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
Named for Marquette alumnus and journalist James Foley, this $8,000-per-year scholarship supports one communication student annually with financial need and a background in community service or social justice. Only a 2.5 GPA is needed to renew, making it one of the more accessible high-value awards in the Diederich College. FAFSA required. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: One incoming Diederich College of Communication student per year who demonstrates financial need and meaningful participation in community service, volunteerism, or social justice work — reflecting the legacy of alumnus James Foley.
App Required
All-In Marquette College Completion Scholarship
📅 Deadline: January 15 · 📢 Results: Early March
✓ Renews
👥 ~Up to 20 awards per year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Designed to stack on top of other Marquette and outside awards to help low-income nursing students close the gap to full cost of attendance. Up to 20 awards available each year.
📄
How to Apply
Apply to Marquette by January 15. Then apply separately to All-In Milwaukee's scholarship by February 15. Be admitted to the College of Nursing. In early March, Marquette awards the scholarship to the most qualified students from the pool.
Selection criteria: Financial need, admission to the College of Nursing, and connection to designated pipeline programs; special consideration for EOP or Urban Scholars–eligible students.
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Strategic Detail
Established through the Jackson family and a partnership with All-In Milwaukee, this award (up to $5,000) helps low-income, high-potential nursing students at Marquette bridge the financial gap. Students must apply to Marquette by January 15 AND separately apply to All-In Milwaukee's scholarship by February 15. Must be admitted to the College of Nursing and connected to one of the partner pipeline programs. Special consideration given to EOP or Urban Scholars–eligible students. Up to 20 awards available; international students are not eligible. Contact: jeanette.maher@marquette.edu.
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Who Actually Wins
Low-income, high-potential students admitted to Marquette's College of Nursing who also applied for the All-In Milwaukee scholarship and come from partner programs — including Chicago Scholars, Wallin Education Partners, MUHS, St. Augustine Prep, or the Cristo Rey Network. EOP and Urban Scholars eligibility also gets you special consideration.
App Required
Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholarship
📅 Deadline: State selection during senior spring; must enroll full time by September 30 following graduation.
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
👥 ~Set by Wisconsin law based on each high school’s enrollment winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Tuition-only state scholarship that can be combined with the Père Marquette Award and other aid but cannot exceed tuition and cost-of-attendance limits.
📄
How to Apply
Be designated by a Wisconsin high school as a Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholar through the state process; enroll full time at Marquette by the required date.
Selection criteria: Selection based on highest GPA in each Wisconsin high school under state rules; Marquette only administers funds once the state awards the scholarship.
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Strategic Detail
State-administered scholarship; Marquette’s aid guide confirms the $2,250 annual amount, tuition-only use, and up to eight-term renewal with 3.0 GPA and satisfactory progress.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Wisconsin valedictorians and top-ranked seniors selected by their high school who choose an eligible Wisconsin institution like Marquette.
App Required
St. Ignatius Service & Leadership Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
$2,500–$5,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Limited number of donor-funded leadership awards each year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Intended to stack with institutional merit and need-based aid, not to exceed tuition and cost-of-attendance caps.
📄
How to Apply
Submit a service and leadership-focused scholarship application through Marquette’s scholarship portal by the stated deadline.
Selection criteria: Holistic review of leadership impact and community service consistent with Jesuit mission.
✎ Essays
💡
Strategic Detail
CRP amount range reflects donor and campus practice; Marquette’s aid guides list several small Ignatian and leadership-related donor awards that stack with existing aid.
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Who Actually Wins
Students with solid academics and strong records of sustained leadership and community service.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Honors Study Abroad Scholarships
📅 Deadline: Aligned with study abroad program application deadlines.
Non-Renewable
👥 ~Limited number of awards each year based on Honors and OIE funding winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
✚
Stacking & Combining
Adds on top of other institutional and external scholarships to offset study abroad costs.
📄
How to Apply
Honors students submit a short application through the University Honors Program or Office of International Education when applying for an approved study abroad program.
Selection criteria: Selection weighs academic standing, fit with program goals, and quality of short essays.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Honors and OIE manage several small study abroad awards; CRP amount range reflects typical per-term grants.
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Who Actually Wins
University Honors students completing semester or yearlong abroad programs with strong academic standing.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Departmental Scholarships
📅 Deadline: Varies; many are awarded on spring or fall departmental timelines.
✓ Renews
$1,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Varies by department and year winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
✚
Stacking & Combining
Typically supplement central merit awards and can be stacked within tuition and cost-of-attendance limits.
📄
How to Apply
Apply or be nominated through individual colleges and departments (Business, Engineering, Communication, STEM, etc.) using their scholarship or award applications.
Selection criteria: Criteria vary by department but commonly include GPA, academic potential, and engagement in the major.
💡
Strategic Detail
Represents multiple smaller endowment and departmental scholarships campus-wide; CRP groups them as one hidden-gem category with a typical range.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Declared majors who stand out through GPA, portfolios, faculty recommendations, or leadership and service in their academic units.
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Opus Scholars Program
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Ride
full_ride
✘ Not stackable
⚠ Selective full‑ride scholarship for high‑achieving, high‑need engineering majors at Marquette, covering tuition, fees, housing, and meals for four years—but limited to a tiny cohort within the Opus College of Engineering.
👥 ~Limited cohort of Opus Scholars selected annually winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Full scholarship covering tuition, fees, on-campus housing, and food; coordinates with other aid so total does not exceed cost of attendance.
💡
Strategic Detail
Marquette describes Opus as a full scholarship for Opus College of Engineering freshmen, with priority for first-generation students and those from programs serving low-income youth.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Incoming engineering freshmen with high academic achievement and significant financial need, often first-generation or from organizations serving low-income youth.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
*Dollar figures above reflect available info and current departmental/funder practices. Details change each year—apply early and check with campus offices for latest details.
Hidden Gems FAQs
Do these stack with Marquette merit? Yes—most do, except when paired with full-tuition scholarships.
How do I apply? Use the MU scholarship portal, departmental apps, and contact the Financial Aid/Office of Engagement for donor and service scholarships.
Can DACA/undocumented students apply? Yes—they’re eligible for Ellacuría and potentially other identity- or need-based awards.
Sources:
https://www.marquette.edu/explore/scholarships/
https://www.marquette.edu/financial-aid/types-of-aid/undergraduate-scholarships.php
https://www.marquette.edu/honors/study-abroad/index.php
https://www.marquette.edu/student-development/band.php
🎖️ Honors College
Marquette offers the University Honors Program rather than a standalone Honors College. This program is open to high-achieving first-years through application and also admits current students who excel during their first year. Honors emphasizes small seminars, faculty mentorship, and deep engagement in research, service-learning, and the campus community.
What a Typical Marquette Honors Student Looks Like:
High school GPA of 3.7+*, strong AP/IB or honors coursework, evidence of leadership, writing strength, and a commitment to service. MU students may also enter after one semester with a 3.5+ GPA and faculty recommendation.
Honors Program Perks That Matter:
- Priority course registration each semester
- Small, faculty-led seminar courses
- Dedicated Honors housing
- Funding for research and thesis projects
- Special Honors-only study abroad scholarships
App Required
Opus College of Engineering – Opus Scholars (Honors-linked)
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
$5,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Limited number of Opus awards each year winners/yr
✚
Stacking & Combining
Stacks with Père Marquette and other institutional aid up to tuition and cost-of-attendance limits; targeted to high-need engineering students engaged in Honors-style programming.
📄
How to Apply
Apply to Marquette as an engineering major in the Opus College of Engineering, complete required financial aid forms (FAFSA or Net Price Calculator), and apply for the Opus Scholars Program as directed through the admissions portal.
Selection criteria: Selection emphasizes academic performance in engineering, financial need, first-generation or low-income background, and engagement with Opus programming.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
These awards combine outstanding academic achievement with significant financial need for incoming Opus College of Engineering students. Exact amounts aren't published, but awards in the roughly $5,000–$10,000 per year range are typical for high-need students. Priority is given to first-generation students and those connected to organizations serving low-income youth. International students are not eligible.
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Who Actually Wins
High-achieving, high-need incoming engineering students — especially first-generation students and those from organizations that serve low-income youth — who engage meaningfully with Opus Scholars programming.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
University Honors Program
📅 Deadline: February 1
Non-Renewable
🏫 3.7+ GPA👥 ~Limited cohort size determined annually winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
✚
Stacking & Combining
Honors membership unlocks competitive access to dedicated study abroad funding and research awards, but these are not guaranteed — they require separate applications within the program.
📄
How to Apply
Submit a separate University Honors Program application with essays by the February 1 priority deadline as an incoming student, or apply after your first semester with the required GPA and a faculty recommendation.
Selection criteria: Holistic review emphasizing academic record, writing quality, leadership, and service consistent with Jesuit honors education.
✎ Essays💌 Letters of Rec
💡
Strategic Detail
The University Honors Program is an academic and leadership experience, not a direct dollar scholarship. Students gain access to dedicated Honors study abroad and research funding opportunities, but these are competitive and not guaranteed. Membership is available to incoming students who apply by February 1, or to current students after their first semester with a strong GPA and faculty recommendation. A 3.5 GPA is required to remain in good standing.
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Who Actually Wins
High-achieving, intellectually curious students with strong writing, demonstrated leadership, and a genuine interest in intensive Jesuit seminar-style learning. Think engaged scholars, not just high GPA holders.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
*Numbers above reflect typical qualifications and award amounts. Details may change each year; check Marquette’s Honors and Financial Aid pages for current guidance.
Honors FAQs
Is Honors admission automatic for top applicants? No—admission requires a separate Honors application, not just grades/test scores.
Does the Honors path require extra time? No—seminars and projects count toward core/elective requirements; most Honors students graduate on time.
Are there direct Honors scholarships? No—perks and special funding are most common, but select awards (like Opus) may be tied to Honors and financial need.
When do I apply? High school seniors apply before Feb 1 for fall entry; current students after their first semester if GPA is high enough.
Sources:
https://www.marquette.edu/honors/
https://www.marquette.edu/engineering/prospective-students/scholarships.php
https://www.marquette.edu/financial-aid/types-of-aid/undergraduate-scholarships.php
⭐ College Specialty
Marquette University is a private Jesuit university in Milwaukee known for blending strong professional programs with a values-driven education. Many families first notice Marquette for its nationally respected health sciences and business programs, but the university also has a long-standing reputation for journalism, communication, and public service fields. Because of its urban location and strong alumni network throughout the Midwest, students often gain internships and career connections early in their college experience.
Nationally Known Program:
Journalism & Media (Diederich College of Communication) — Marquette’s journalism program is widely recognized in the Midwest and nationally for investigative reporting, digital media, and political journalism. Graduates frequently move into careers at major media outlets, sports networks, and national publications.
- Nursing & Health Sciences: Marquette’s College of Nursing and health science programs are among the university’s most selective majors, with strong clinical partnerships throughout the Milwaukee medical system.
- Business (College of Business Administration): AACSB-accredited with strong pipelines into accounting, finance, and marketing careers across the Midwest.
- Biomedical Sciences & Pre-Health: Popular pathway for students preparing for medical, dental, and physician assistant programs.
- Engineering: Known for hands-on labs, industry partnerships, and cooperative learning experiences that connect students to Wisconsin’s manufacturing and technology sectors.
- Political Science & Public Service: The Les Aspin Center in Washington, D.C. gives students direct internship access on Capitol Hill.
🔗 Official Marquette University Links
Use the official Marquette University resources below to verify admissions details, scholarship policies,
costs, and academic programs. Always rely on these pages for the most current deadlines and award terms.
✅ Final Thoughts
Marquette can look intimidating at first with its private university sticker price, but the reality is far more encouraging for families. Between the Père Marquette automatic award, selective full-tuition programs like Urban Scholars and Burke, and hidden gems tied to service, identity, or music, there are many ways to bring costs down. Add in strong programs in nursing, business, and health sciences, and it’s clear why Marquette is a compelling option for students across Wisconsin and beyond—especially first-gen families who want both community support and career-ready opportunities.
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