Bill and Rita Stout Academic Excellence Award (Bachelors)

Bill and Rita Stout Academic Excellence Award (Bachelors) Ongoing

Awarded By: Texas A & M University

Updated on Nov 18, 2024

Rekha Madi

University Research Analyst

Scholarship Overview

The Bill and Rita Stout Academic Excellence Award is a scholarship designed to understand and help undergraduate college students who show great instructional achievement. Eligibility normally includes a strong educational record, and the award might also require submission of transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a private declaration. The award quantity and renewal standards vary through group. For precise information, which includes application closing dates and requirements, students should check with their faculty’s financial useful resource or scholarship office.

Applicable course, university, and country

This scholarship is applicable for Bachelor’s Degree.
This scholarship is applicable for the Bachelor’s courses at Texas A&M University in the USA.
The scholarship is applicable for all undergraduate courses offered at the university.

Scholarship amount details

The scholarship amount is not specified by the university

Students will be awarded 25% of the tuition fee

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Tuition & Fees	? Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	× Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	× Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	× Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be Awarded
Varies

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is available for Afghanistan, Algeria, American Samoa, Angola, Anguilla, Antarctica, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Christmas Island, Cocos Islands, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Greenland, Grenada, Guam, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Macao, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mayotte, Mexico, Micronesia, Mongolia, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, New Caledonia, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, North Korea, Northern Mariana Islands, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Pitcairn, Philippines, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Reunion, Rwanda, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Sint Maarten, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tokelau, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, U.S. Virgin Islands, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Western Sahara, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Appication Process for this scholarship

Complete Scholarship Application:
- Access the TAMU Scholarship Application through the university’s scholarship portal or financial aid website.
- Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements, including academic and enrollment criteria.
Submit Required Documents:
- Official Transcripts: Provide transcripts showcasing your academic performance.
- Recommendation Letters: Obtain letters from professors or academic mentors who can attest to your academic strengths.
- Personal Statement: Write a personal statement or essay that highlights your academic goals, achievements, and any challenges overcome.
Submit by Deadline: Be mindful of the specific application deadline for the award, which can vary annually. Deadlines are often in line with TAMUs scholarship deadlines, typically in early spring for awards granted in the upcoming academic year.
Check Application Status: You can monitor the status of your application on the scholarship portal and await notification from the financial aid or scholarship office regarding award decisions.

Scholarship Application
This scholarship needs a separate external application.
Scholarship link:
https://aggie.tamu.edu/financial-aid/types-of-aid/scholarships/international-student-scholarships
Application Link:
https://aggie.tamu.edu/financial-aid/types-of-aid/scholarships/international-student-scholarships
Application Documents

Type of Documents	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Official Academic Transcripts	Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Information	Date/Details
Scholarship Deadline	February 1, 2025
Decision Date	Not Available
Contact Email	scholarships@tamu.edu
Contact Number	979-845-3982

Additional Information

Some academic excellence awards may be renewable, depending on the students continued academic performance and compliance with any other specified criteria.
Renewal terms may require:
- Maintaining a specific GPA
- Full-time enrollment status

Scholarship Eligibility

Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in an undergraduate program at the University
Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and at least 30 credit hours earned
Must demonstrate a strong interest in promoting international relations between people of all cultures

Scholarship Restriction:
No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details:

Exam Name	Indicates if Exam is Required and Cutoff (if any)
12	Required

Exam Name Indicates if Exam is Required and Cutoff (if any)

12 Required

iSchoolConnect Rating

4

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

What is the eligibility requirement for the award?
The award is typically granted to undergraduate students with strong academic performance. GPA requirements may vary but usually require a 3.0 or higher. Additional factors like community involvement or financial need may also be considered.

Is the award renewable?
Renewal is sometimes possible but depends on continued academic excellence and full-time enrollment. Renewal criteria typically require maintaining a specified GPA each academic year.

What documents are required to apply?
Applicants are often required to submit:

Official transcripts

Letters of recommendation

A personal statement or essay

Additional documentation, like proof of financial need, may be required in some cases.

What is the application deadline?
The application deadline aligns with TAMUs general scholarship deadlines, typically in early spring for the upcoming academic year. Exact dates vary each year.