Students must apply and be accepted to Gannon University. The top 10 percent of accepted students will be invited to compete in a scholarship contest with the ability to earn a full tuition scholarship. All students who are invited and choose to participate in the contest will have their Admissions Merit award increased by $1,000. Up to the top 8 participants in the scholarship contest will receive full tuition scholarships. The details about this scholarship contest are included with students' acceptance letters. Submission of personal statements and letters of recommendation are optional but recommended.