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Selection Criteria

As a catalyst for leadership development, The Caldwell Fellows identifies young people with the interest in and potential to develop into servant leaders. Students should contribute to the program's pursuit of excellence during their undergraduate years and as alumni and demonstrate a passion to lead a life of greatness. Selection into the program is based upon the following five selection criteria:

• Strong academic performance (minimum 3.25 GPA to apply). Rigor of coursework is considered.
• Leadership with a history of involvement in school or community activities, along with a goal of personal growth, particularly in the area of leadership development. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to understand and apply concepts of leadership and ethics and a willingness to critically examine their own lives.
• Orientation toward community and service, rooted in self-awareness as a member of broader communities. Applicants should exhibit an active commitment to responsible stewardship and a desire to help address community issues through participation and service.
• Commitment to personal and physical challenge as well as growth. Applicants must want to grow as leaders by seeking out new experiences, gaining new skills, and making a commitment to ongoing self-discovery and personal development.
• Understanding of and interest in the program and commitment to maximizing the program's opportunities as an undergraduate and alumni.

Selection Process

The Caldwell Fellows Scholarship Program recognizes the importance of nurturing leadership and personal growth during the undergraduate years. A competitive program, approximately 25 NC State University first-year students will be selected through a process that includes a written application and interviews with alumni and faculty. To be eligible, an applicant must be a full-time, first-year student at NC State University with a GPA of 3.25 or greater and meet the program's selection criteria.

NC State University Freshmen interested in being considered for a Caldwell Fellows Scholarship should review and follow the steps below. The online application < link to online app > must be completed and submitted by January 16, 2008.

1. The selection process for the 2007-2008 academic year begins in November as educational materials on the Caldwell Fellowship are presented at informational meetings across campus.

2. Freshmen who meet the selection criteria should submit an application. Applications are available on-line in mid-November.

3. A completed online application plus two recommendations, emailed to chaffee_viets@ncsu.edu, from two individuals who know you well, are due by 5 p.m., Wednesday, January 16, 2008.

4. Applicants selected for a Finalist interview will be notified by February 6. Interviews will take place on Saturday, February 16.

5. Award notifications will be made by February 20.

6. Newly selected Caldwell Fellows Scholarship recipients will attend a mandatory retreat on February 22-23. (Applicant finalists should keep this weekend available on their calendars.)