Presidential Mentors Academy (PMA) Program and Scholarship-Incoming Freshmen ONLY

THE DEADLINE FOR THIS APPLICATION FOR THE 2025-2026 ACADEMIC YEAR IS FEBRUARY 1, 2025.

The UNA Presidential Mentors Academy (PMA) is a scholarship, mentoring, and leadership development program for underrepresented minority high school graduates. UNA supports diversity and inclusion through this annual scholarship and leadership development program that will facilitate the transition of selected underrepresented minority students from high school to college.The mission of PMA is to select and mentor minority students who demonstrate leadership potential, academic excellence, and dedication to community service. Once admitted to the academy, PMA scholarship recipients will receive financial assistance, leadership development training, mentoring, and academic advising.

To be considered for the Presidential Mentors Academy (PMA), applicants must be admitted to the University and meet the following requirements:

• Incoming minority freshman student
• Minimum unweighted high school GPA of 3.0
• Minimum ACT score of 18 (if applicable)
• Complete and submit an activity resume that demonstrates strong academics, community leadership, and involvement