Breadcrumb Home Allied Health Sciences Guide Renewal of Merit Scholarships Renewal of Merit Scholarships Download as PDF Bellin College merit scholarships for students enrolling prior to December 31, 2022 is contingent on maintaining a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA. Merit scholarship official review of the GPA will occur according to the recommended schedule above. All courses offered by Bellin College will be used to determine the GPA. (Transfer courses are not included in the Bellin College GPA.) The GPA will be reviewed, and the minimum 3.50 GPA must be attained for renewal of the Merit Scholarship. In addition to maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.50, a Merit scholarship recipient must complete a minimum of 6 program credits each semester/term of enrollment beginning with the sophomore year. Both requirements must be met to continue to receive a merit scholarship. Renewal of Merit Scholarships If a student does not meet the requirements for renewal of a Merit Scholarship, all pending disbursements of the award are forfeited. Eligibility may not be regained. Students Re-Admitted to Bellin College If a student received merit scholarship while enrolled, that award becomes null and void at the time of withdrawal.