Academic All-Star Program
Arkansas Community Colleges Academic All-Star Program
This scholarship opportunity is for students completing their first year of college. There are 2 parts to the scholarship.
- UA Rich Mountain provides a $3,000 scholarship ($1,500 per semester) for his/her second year at UARM. The scholarship is non-refundable and only applies to tuition, fees, and room/board.
- The recipient is presented with transfer scholarship opportunities from Arkansas partner universities during their 2nd year at UARM.
The selected individual and guest(s) will join UA Rich Mountain employees at the annual ACC conference brunch when all 22 Arkansas two-year colleges’ Academic All-Stars are recognized. Participating Universities send representatives to the conference to meet with students after the brunch to discuss their scholarship opportunities. Details for the October conference will be provided when they become available in the spring.
Minimum Eligibility Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an Arkansas two-year college and expect to be enrolled at that same college through at least Spring 2027
- Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours in pursuit of an associate degree by June 2026
- Intent to graduate from the nominating college with an associate degree by Summer 2027
- Cumulative grade point average of 3.25 in all credit coursework
If you wish to apply for the Academic All-Star award, please submit the application packet at the following link: Academic All Star