Prestigious scholarships are highly competitive. They often require their recipients to be in excellent academic standing, exhibit leadership qualities, and show a commitment to service and personal growth. Explore Prestigious Scholarships to learn more about their requirements.
Academic Merit
Prestigious scholarships expect candidates who work hard to excel academically.
Academic Advising
Meeting with an academic advisor will help you determine your goals and achieve academic success.
- Center for Academic Success and Tutoring
- College of the Arts Academic Advising
- College of Education and Human Services Student Success Center
- College of Humanities and Social Sciences Student Advising
- College of Science and Mathematics Student Success Center
- Feliciano School of Business – Ellyn A. McColgan Student Services Center
- School of Nursing Student Resources
- University College – Academic Advising for Undeclared Students
Center for Writing Excellence
Meet with an experienced writing consultant who will help you at any stage of the writing process, in any discipline and achieve long-term improvement.
University Libraries
The library provides a number of services, including Ask a Librarian, online research appointments, and online workshops.
Your Faculty
It’s important to maintain close relationships with faculty who understand your academic skills and support your academic growth. Attend office hours, visit departmental events, and stay engaged with your professors inside and out of the classroom. You will be requesting recommendations from faculty through the application process.
Leadership and Professional Experience
Prestigious scholarships look for candidates who exhibit strong leadership qualities. Getting involved in organizations that provide you with leadership experience and career opportunities that provide professional development show that you are willing to take initiative.
Career Services
Career Services offers opportunities to find jobs and internships, network with community partners, perfect your resume, and receive career counseling to prepare you for the next steps in your academic and professional career.
- University Career Services
- College of the Arts Career Services
- College of Education and Human Services Student Success Center
- College of Humanities and Social Sciences Career Development
- College of Science and Mathematics Student Success Center
- Feliciano School of Business – Ellyn A. McColgan Student Services Center
- School of Nursing Student Resources
Greek Life
Joining a fraternity or sorority shows that you have what it takes to maintain a rigorous academic schedule while also participating in an organization that allows plenty of networking and volunteering opportunities. You can find a fraternity or sorority that aligns with your interests and values.
Experience Montclair Ambassador
Getting involved in a leadership program can give you practical leadership training and experience you need to help your application stand out.
Community Engagement
Prestigious scholarships look for candidates who are active in their community. They want to see a commitment to service and of personal growth.
Volunteer Center
Volunteering allows you the opportunity to fine tune your skills in an area of interest while showing a commitment to service in your community.
Clubs and Organizations
Getting involved in or even starting your own club or organization shows that you exhibit qualities of leadership and/or a commitment to service.
Study Abroad
Studying abroad can facilitate personal and professional growth, a deeper cultural awareness, and valuable experience.