Who is eligible for the James L. Maddex, Jr. Scholarship?

Enrollment: Must be a full-time student enrolled in the Department of Criminal Justice at GSU, maintaining good academic standing. Academic Achievement: Required to have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or the required minimum for their degree program, whichever is higher). Application Materials: Submission of a letter of application and a statement of goals demonstrating merit and commitment to the field. Financial Need: Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the GSU Financial Aid Office.

How much is the award amount for James L. Maddex, Jr. Scholarship 2025 or 2026?

The award amount is based on funding for the academic year.

James L. Maddex, Jr. Scholarship

Name: James L. Maddex, Jr. Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Information and Eligibility:

The James L. Maddex, Jr. Scholarship is established in honor of Professor Emeritus James L. Maddex, Jr., recognizing his significant contributions to the field of criminal justice. This merit-based scholarship is awarded annually to undergraduate or graduate students majoring in Criminal Justice at Georgia State University (GSU).

Eligibility Criteria

Enrollment: Must be a full-time student enrolled in the Department of Criminal Justice at GSU, maintaining good academic standing.
Academic Achievement: Required to have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or the required minimum for their degree program, whichever is higher).
Application Materials: Submission of a letter of application and a statement of goals demonstrating merit and commitment to the field.
Financial Need: Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the GSU Financial Aid Office.

Deadline: January 15

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