The starting point
URI awards automatic, test-blind merit scholarships of $2,000-$17,000/yr to applicants with a 3.2+ recalculated GPA, layers up to $20,000/yr more on STEM students through the Schilling Scholars Program, and tops out with the interview-selected full-ride Ryan and Verrecchia awards.
Selection beyond grades and scores. These awards are not recorded as automatic on grades and scores. Read each award's selection rules, application steps and dates. Meeting a minimum is not an award offer.
Awards to discuss
First 3 of 5 recorded awards, in chapter display order. This is a selection, not a ranking. Read the full chapter for all awards. Amounts retain the original units and conditions; confirm the entering year with the school.
University and Presidential Merit Scholarships
$2,000-$17,000 · Published range
Not recorded as automatic on grades and scores. Read the selection rules.
GPA: Minimum recalculated GPA of 3.2 to be considered (4-point scale, grades 9-11, extra weight for honors/AP/IB/dual enrollment)
Eligibility: Test-blind — scores not required and not considered. Based on HS academic performance and course selection; letters of rec, leadership, special achievements also considered. Priority by December 1
Renewal: Four-year awards, renewable each semester with continuous, full-time undergraduate enrollment (12 credits/semester) and a minimum GPA of 2.8. Total renewable value $12,000-$68,000. (Doctor of Pharmacy six-year program retains scholarships for six years.)
Other terms: No separate application. Meeting the 3.2 GPA does not guarantee an award. Annual range $2,000-$17,000.
https://web.uri.edu/admission/scholarships/
Helen Izzi Schilling '54 and Francis Schilling Scholars Program (STEM)
Up to $20,000 (on top of University/Presidential merit) · Variable or qualified amount
Not recorded as automatic on grades and scores. Read the selection rules.
Eligibility: High-achieving STEM students admitted to one of 40+ eligible programs; based on credentials at time of application; no additional application
Renewal: Standard merit renewal terms (full-time, 2.8 GPA). Includes a $1,000 yearly book stipend and a $3,000 Winter J-Term/summer global travel award.
Other terms: Adds up to $20,000 annually ON TOP of the University/Presidential merit award. STEM-program-gated.
https://web.uri.edu/admission/scholarships/top-scholarships/
Thomas M. Ryan Scholars Award
Full ride (tuition, fees, housing, food, books + Global Winter J-Term) · Published coverage or package
Not recorded as automatic on grades and scores. Read the selection rules.
Eligibility: All majors; candidates selected from initial applications, then campus visits and interviews
Renewal: Four years; includes Honors Program access, Leadership Institute, special advising, priority registration.
Other terms: Full-ride and highly selective. No separate application, but finalists must interview.
https://web.uri.edu/admission/scholarships/top-scholarships/
