NORTHERN TODAY 7 Northern NEWS COLLEGE IS AN IMPORTANT INVESTMENT in a student’s future, and with the tough economic times, it is more important now more than ever to ensure access and affordability to students and their families. The Wolf PACT scholarship program continues to be one of the most progressive in the state, and there is no doubt that it attracts students to NSU that would have considered enrolling elsewhere, or that would not have been able to afford higher education. There are approximately 420 current NSU students who are recipients of a Wolf PACT Scholarship including the 201 incoming freshman who took advantage of the program last fall. Kenzie Kleinsasser is an incoming freshman from Huron, S.D. With NSU being one of her top choices for college, the availability of the Wolf PACT Scholarship was definitely a factor in her decision. “I wanted to attend NSU because of the beautiful campus, the availability of programs and the outstanding faculty,” said Kenzie. “Receiving a Wolf PACT Scholarship made my decision easy. The additional money will be a huge benefit.” Currently students with a composite ACT score of 28 or higher qualify for $2,500 annually, with $1,500 awarded to students with scores ranging from 24-27, and $1,000 based As the region deals with the effects of the current economy, and the adversity facing higher education, competition and availability remain the name of the game. “Receiving a Wolf PACT Scholarship made my decision easy. The additional money will be a huge benefit.” SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABILITY AND THE ECONOMY on a score of 21-23. This program enables any family whose child has taken his or her ACT to immediately access the Wolf PACT program and determine how much scholarship they are eligible for. “The Wolf PACT Scholarship has increased the awareness of NSU in students receiving higher ACT scores, and is currently recognized by high school counselors and parents as the best program in the state.” said Allan Vogel, director of admissions. As the region deals with the effects of the current economy, and the adversity facing higher education, competition and availability remain the name of the game. Continued contributions to NSU are a sign of assurance and understanding of the issues that face today’s college students. Your continued support of this progressive program will help to ensure a future for NSU students. ACT score of 28 or higher qualify for $2,500 annually $1,500 awarded to students with scores ranging from 24-27 $1,000 based on a score of 21-23
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