Presidential Scholarship at Eastern Michigan University 2027: Full Tuition Plus Room and Board (Worth ~$100,000) for High-Achieving High School Seniors
If you are a high school senior in the United States with a strong academic record and a genuine commitment to leadership and critical thinking, Eastern Michigan University’s Presidential Scholarship is one of the most financially generous undergraduate awards available at a US public university.
The scholarship covers full tuition plus room and board for four years — a total value of approximately $100,000 — and places you in the university’s Honors College, where you will be part of a cohort of engaged, intellectually serious students with access to enriched academic and leadership opportunities.
The application deadline is December 15, 2026.
What the Scholarship Covers
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tuition | Fully covered for 4 years |
| Room and board | Fully covered for 4 years |
| Total value | Approximately $100,000 |
| Honors College | Included — Presidential Scholars are Honors College members |
This is one of the most comprehensive full-ride scholarships at a US public university. Full tuition and full room and board together remove the two largest financial barriers to undergraduate study — for four years.
Honors College membership adds further value: enhanced academic programming, priority course registration, dedicated advising, research opportunities, and a community of similarly motivated students.
Who Can Apply, Eligibility
Grade level: High School Senior or incoming freshman for Fall 2027. You must be a high school graduate in 2026 or 2027.
Academic requirements: At least one of the following:
- 3.85+ high school GPA (no SAT/ACT required), OR
- 3.5–3.84 high school GPA AND a 25 composite ACT or 1200 SAT (Critical Reading + Math)
Campus visit: You must visit Eastern Michigan University at least once during the 2026 calendar year. Official qualifying visits include:
- Official campus tour
- Open house
- One of the virtual honors sessions listed below
The virtual sessions count as the visit requirement and can be attended from anywhere.
Admission application: You must apply for admission to EMU and submit all official transcripts and test scores by December 15, 2026.
Virtual Sessions: Satisfy the Visit Requirement From Anywhere
These virtual sessions also provide advice on writing strong Presidential Scholarship applications, directly from current scholars and Honors College staff:
| Session | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Virtual Session 1 | October 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM |
| Virtual Session 2 | November 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM |
| Virtual Session 3 | November 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM |
| Virtual Session 4 | December 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM |
Attending any one of these sessions satisfies the visit requirement. Register at emich.edu.
The Timeline
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply to EMU for admission | By December 15, 2026 |
| Presidential Scholarship application deadline | December 15, 2026 |
| Notification of interview round | By January 15, 2027 |
| Second round interviews | February 6, 2027 |
No exceptions are made to the December 15 deadline. Both the EMU admission application and the Presidential Scholarship application must be submitted by this date.
How to Apply
Step 1: Apply for admission to Eastern Michigan University at emich.edu/apply
Step 2: Submit all official transcripts and test scores by December 15, 2026
Step 3: Complete the Presidential Scholarship Application at enrollment.emich.edu/register/presidential2627
Step 4: Satisfy the visit requirement by attending a virtual session or visiting campus before December 15, 2026
For more information and application:Â
Visit the official website of the Presidential Scholarship at Eastern Michigan University 2027:
