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Society of Yeager Scholars
Yeager Scholars
Home to some of the best students in the country, the Marshall University Society of Yeager Scholars supports students who lead their communities into the future. Many bright minds in the state, and beyond, call themselves Yeager Scholar alumni. We’re honored to play a role in helping shape the education of top scholars, current and past, and look forward to working with the leaders of tomorrow.
The curriculum required for Yeager Scholars is rigorous and demanding, including interdisciplinary seminars, multiple honors courses and a proficiency in a foreign language. Scholars are expected to maintain a 3.5 cumulative GPA while being the leaders of campus organizations.
Full Ride Tuition, Room and Board
International Study at Oxford
Personal Computer & Living Stipend
Student Leadership Enrichment Opportunities
Unique, Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Supportive Alumni Network
“Because of the seminars required by the Yeager curriculum, I had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Rachael Peckham. My writing improved so much under her guidance, and the confidence I have in my writing has been boosted, too. She helped me, a pre-med major, to be less hesitant to reveal my art because, in the end, I’m just showcasing my truth.”
LeTrae Wilborn
2022 Graduate
Yeager Academics
The academic program provided to each Yeager Scholar is designed to develop skills in analysis, synthesis and critical thinking. Each scholar will be expected to demonstrate superior skills in written and oral communication. To remain in the Yeager Scholar’s program, students must maintain a cumulative gpa of 3.50. The program consists of:
- A core of four interdisciplinary seminars.
- The development of proficiency in a foreign language.
- Additional courses in the natural/physical and social sciences and in literature to round out the core curriculum of a Scholar’s program.
- In-depth study in a major or majors selected from those offered by the University.
- Independent study, guided by a mentor professor, leading to a senior project.
- Summer study at Oxford University.
- Support for an additional study abroad experience or (with permission) an approved internship/research experience involving academic credit.
- Community mentorships appropriate to the Scholar’s major.
