Bunton-Waller Fellowship

Named in honor of the first-recorded African American female and male Penn State graduates, the Bunton-Waller Fellowship seeks to enhance the diversity of the student population among Smeal undergraduates and graduates. Awards from this program are conferred to individuals from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds with strong academic and professional potential.

Requirements for Undergraduate Students

For undergraduates, a typical student who has received this fellowship has earned a high school minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 3.5-4.0, SAT scores of at least 1200 (600 minimum for math), and has demonstrated leadership involvement.

Requirements for Graduate Students

Factors considered in assessing each Penn State Smeal MBA candidate’s application include quality and quantity of professional work experience, academic performance and potential as shown by transcripts, extracurricular and community activities, leadership potential, and the candidate’s ability to add strong and unique value to the overall class experience.