About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
Scholarship: Barry University Stamps Scholars Program
Host University: Barry University
Location: Miami, Florida, USA 🇺🇸
Study Level: Undergraduate / Bachelor's
Target Intake: Fall 2027
Eligible Applicants: U.S. and international students
Scholarship Type: Merit-based, full-ride
Duration: Up to 4 years
💰 What Does It Cover?
This is one of the strongest undergraduate scholarships at Barry University. The current official university information states that the award covers:
✅ Full tuition
✅ Room and board
✅ Books
✅ Transportation/travel
✅ $6,000 enrichment award
✅ Study-abroad opportunities
✅ Undergraduate research and other extraordinary learning experiences
✅ Leadership training and service opportunities
✅ Academic mentorship
The scholarship is renewable annually, subject to Barry University's renewal requirements.
Barry University describes the award as covering the full cost of attendance, making it appropriate to describe as a full-ride scholarship.
👨🎓 Who Can Apply?
Applicants must generally:
Be a first-year/freshman student
Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. resident, or international student
Have a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher or international equivalent
Demonstrate active leadership
Show a strong record of community service, involvement and achievement
Be accepted to Barry University before applying for the Stamps scholarship.
Standardized test: Barry's current scholarship information lists no test score requirement for the Stamps scholarship.
🌍 International Students
Yes — international students are eligible. Barry University specifically lists the Stamps scholarship as open to international freshmen, provided they meet the academic and leadership requirements.
This makes it particularly attractive to high-achieving students from Africa and other regions seeking a fully funded bachelor's degree in the United States.
📝 Application Process
For students planning to enter in Fall 2027:
1. Apply for admission to Barry University.
2. Meet the Stamps minimum requirements, including the 3.5+ GPA and leadership criteria.
3. Apply separately for the Barry Stamps Scholars Program through the student's MyBarry account after being accepted and meeting the requirements.
4. Submit the required materials, which currently include:
Scholarship application information
Letter of recommendation
Resume
Personal video of up to 3 minutes highlighting your interests, leadership experience, why you want to join Barry, and what you can contribute to the university.
5. Semifinalists participate in a virtual interview.
6. Finalists proceed to an interview with a representative of the Stamps Scholars Program.
📅 Deadline
Barry University's current Stamps information states that the scholarship application season begins September 15 and completed applications are due December 15 at 11:59 PM EST.
For the 2027 intake, applicants should therefore plan around December 15, 2026, while confirming the date in the official application portal when the 2027 cycle opens.
🏆 Why This Scholarship Is Exceptional
The Barry Stamps Scholarship doesn't simply pay tuition. Scholars receive a comprehensive package covering tuition, accommodation, meals, books and transportation, together with a $6,000 enrichment fund for experiences such as study abroad and research.
Barry also provides scholars with leadership development, mentoring, cultural experiences and access to the wider Stamps Scholars network.
⚠️ Important Verification
VERIFIED ✅
This is a genuine Barry University scholarship, and the university's current website confirms that it is open to international freshmen, requires a minimum 3.5 GPA, and provides a full cost-of-attendance renewable award plus $6,000 for enrichment
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