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North Star Scholars

What is the North Star Scholars program?

At CWRU, we stand true to our North Star, which reads: Case Western Reserve is a high-impact research university that aspires to be a community where humanity, science and technology meet to create a just and thriving world.

We invite scholars from our partnering Minority Serving Institution (MSI) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) to join our graduate and professional student community in its quest toward this North Star. Students who meet the discipline-based qualifications and matriculate from one of our partner institutions will be considered for the North Star Award.

Not only are application fees waived, but selected scholars will automatically receive a 30% tuition award. In addition, selected North Star Award recipients will join a community of peers and colleagues who will support one another and grow together in their understanding and journey toward contributing to a just and thriving world.

Meet our North Star Scholars

Jackson State University

PRIME '25

"I am thrilled to embark on this new chapter following my graduation from Jackson State University, where I look forward to engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures from around the globe. "

Fisk University

Master of Public Health (MPH) '23

"My time as a North Star Scholar was transformative. I met plenty of people who shared the same passions as me. Still, we all had different backgrounds and career goals. Our differing ideas helped us approach public health in a different way that allows for everyone- regardless of background."