Overview

The Frank Seaver Leadership Scholarship is a renewable full-tuition scholarship given to approximately five entering freshmen every year. This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional promise to become leaders intent on making a positive impact in the world.

Students selected will receive a merit scholarship equal to full tuition (students and their families are responsible for room and board costs as well as individual personal expenses). Additionally, two monetary stipends of $4,000 each will be granted to each Seaver Scholar to use in the pursuit of summer leadership development opportunities such as internships, community service, or academic travel. Throughout their time at CMC, Seaver Scholars will be expected to participate in various small group enrichment programs, provided with the intention of further developing their leadership potential.

Students who wish to be considered must indicate their interest on page one of The Common Application. Please check the merit scholarships box located on The Common Application itself. All application and supporting credentials must be postmarked by December 1.

Candidates who are selected as finalists will be notified by the Office of Admission in February, at which point they will be contacted by the Office of Admission about the next steps in the merit scholarship process. Finalists will learn whether they have been awarded the Frank Seaver Leadership Scholarship at the same time they receive their admission notification letter. Students applying for early Decision may also apply for the Frank Seaver Leadership Scholarship. Early decision applicants will learn whether they are finalists for the award in February, and finalists who are selected as Frank Seaver Leadership Scholarship recipients will be notified by April 1.

The Process

Students who wish to be considered for the McKenna Achievement Award should apply to CMC by submitting both The Common Application and the CMC Supplement to the Common Application. To be considered for the award, students must check the box on Common Application indicating their interest in a merit scholarship.  Please submit your application no later than December 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have questions regarding the Seaver Leadership Award check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.