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The Top Scholar application is you<\/span>r gateway to the most prestigious opportunities at Marshall<\/span>. This initiative unites the storied Society of Yeager Scholars, the esteemed <\/span>Hedrick<\/span> and Hodges Scholars, and the innovative 1837 Scholars, creating a vibrant community of academic excellence, transformative experiences, and leadership \u2013 all housed <\/span>within The Honors College. <\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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What does it mean to be a Top Scholar at Marshall?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Apply to be considered for full tuition benefits, room and board, study abroad travel, and more, with scholars<\/span>hips valued up to $125,000.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n

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Receive training in leadership, professional development, etiquette, and more. <\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n

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Top Scholars <\/span>benefit<\/span> from small seminars, personalized mentorship within The Honors College, <\/span>and success coaching matched to their strengths.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t

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Top Scholar FAQ's<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n
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High-achieving students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service are eligible to apply. There are no residency restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n \n \n\n \n

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Selection weekend<\/span>, which includes finalist interviews,<\/span> is an exciting opportunity to meet other creative, motivated students like you, and to experience a fun weekend at Marshall! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n \n \n\n \n

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Scholars receive extensive support, including academic advising, career counseling, and access to exclusive resources such as study abroad programs and additional funding.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n \n

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