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funded participation in an internship program exclusively for Flinn
Scholars; fellowship in a community of about 80 current and nearly 600 alumni Scholars; mentorship from faculty and exposure to Arizona and global leaders in business, government, science, and the arts; membership in a university honors college/program, with amenities including small classes, guest lectures, and research experiences; intellectual, cultural, and social activities developed exclusively for Flinn Scholars by both the Foundation and the universities.
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short-answer questions; two teacher recommendations, submitted separately by your teachers; a report and recommendation from your high school’s academic counselor, submitted separately by your counselor; a copy of your transcript, uploaded by your counselor; copies of your SAT and/or ACT score reports, sent directly to the Flinn
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All applicants must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and
Arizona resident for two full years immediately preceding entry to the university. Qualifying candidates typically have at least a 3.5 GPA; rank in the top 5 percent of their graduating class; score at least 1300 on the old SAT,
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Arizona public university, study abroad, a funded internship, personal mentorship by faculty and alumni Scholars, and other benefits. The total package is valued at more than $
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Scholar application consists of forms that collect biographical and family data and information about current studies, extracurricular activities, and employment; three essay questions and five
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January. About 40 applicants advance to the finalist interviews in late February or early March. Following the finalist interviews, scholar-designates and alternates are typically notified within a week.
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Arizona. In addition to the Flinn Scholars program, the Flinn Foundation supports the advancement of the biosciences in Arizona, arts and culture, and the Arizona Center for Civic Leadership.
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