Rev 07/2017
James J. Rhatigan Leadership Scholarship
The James J. Rhatigan Leadership Scholarship was created by the 1995-1996 Student Government Association to provide
tuition assistance to eligible Wichita State University students. The Scholarship honors Dr. James J. Rhatigan, Senior Vice President
of Wichita State University, for his many years of service as Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students, and for being a
model of leadership to students throughout his tenure. The scholarship is meant to reward students who have demonstrated
consistent leadership, service, and academic merit within the University and surrounding community.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following criteria:
1) Illustration of leadership skills
2) Commitment to academic excellence (GPA of 3.0 or above)
3) Financial need
4) Service to the University and community
In addition, all applicants must:
1) Be currently enrolled as a Wichita State University student
2) Have at least 60 credit hours completed before the Fall semester for which the scholarship is awarded
3) Have at least two additional semesters of course work to complete
4) Enroll as a full-time student during the period of the award
6) Maintain a grade point average of 3.0 throughout the award period
For a complete application:
1) Complete and sign a CANDIDATE RELEASE FORM (attached).
2) Submit one LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION from a member of the Wichita State University faculty or staff.
3) Submit one LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION from a professional contact outside of the University.
3) Complete and attach questions listed in the CANDIDATE INFORMATION SHEET (attached).
4) Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by April 1 and have it on file with the Office of
Financial Aid OR submit a separate typed statement describing your financial need.
Applications will be screened and finalists will be contacted
by the Scholarship Committee for interviews.