Provost's Hallmark Scholars Program
The Hallmark Scholars' Program was established in 2001 to retain the best and brightest students in Kentucky and to improve the academic caliber of UofL's undergraduate program.
Hallmark Scholars come from every corner of the Commonwealth and represent the most talented high school seniors in the state. These students have a minimum high school GPA of 3.75 (on a 4.0 scale) and score a minimum of 30 on the ACT or 1320 on the SAT. Their areas of study vary widely, from engineering to fine arts and business to chemistry. The program rewards these students for their academic excellence by offering them generous scholarship packages.
The presence of these scholars at UofL has established an outstanding record of accomplishment by encouraging a higher standard of learning and instruction. The endeavors of these students have earned national attention resulting in significant internships, co-ops and research opportunities. The standard of achievement set by Hallmark Scholars attracts more outstanding students to the University and raises the value of a UofL degree.
Statistics show graduates tend to locate in communities in regions where they graduate from college. UofL is helping these students to establish academic roots that will produce active, contributing citizens for the future of the Kentucky.
"The Hallmark Scholarship has opened me up to so many more opportunities than I would have had. I am so grateful for wonderful parents who pushed me to work hard and earn such a wonderful honor."
–Mary-Katherine Weber, Owensboro
“As a first generation college student, the Hallmark Scholarship has given me opportunities to experience more than I could have imagined.”
–Sara Gleason
“The Hallmark Scholarship has allowed me to actively pursue opportunities in both campus and community involvement in ways I never imagined when I came to UofL.”
–Ben Henry
“The Hallmark Scholarship has allowed me to concentrate on my studies instead of having to work to pay for school. It has been a great blessing for me and for my parents.”
–Selena DeRossett