2025 Virtual summit scholars competition information
Experience the innovation, creativity, and brilliance of our outstanding student scholars during the 2025 Virtual Summit Scholars Competition. This exciting event brings together emerging leaders who will present their transformative ideas and research projects in a dynamic and engaging format. Don't miss this celebration of talent and academic excellence!
Click here to view the competition agenda and access the Zoom link.
2025 Virtual Summit Scholars Competition FAQ
This FAQ is your go-to guide for everything you need to know about the competition. Find answers to key questions about eligibility, dress code, preparation tips, and what to expect on competition day. From interview insights to scholarship details, this resource will help you feel confident and ready to showcase your best.
Graduating high school students who meet the academic requirements and who have submitted a completed application to PFW by January 6 of each calendar year are invited to compete for a Summit Scholarship. After a holistic review of the applications, the top applicants are selected to participate in the competition.
All Virtual Summit Scholars Competition candidates will compete for the Chapman Scholarship, which is open to all majors. Candidates who are majoring in Business or Tourism and Hospitality Management will also compete for the Doermer Distinguished Scholarship. If a candidate is selected for the Chapman Scholarship AND the Doermer Distinguished Scholarship, the candidate will only be able to accept one scholarship.
The competition will be on Saturday, February 22, 2025, beginning at 8:15 AM (EST), with check-in between 7:45 am and 8:15 am (EST).
Please use this Zoom link: https://purdue-edu.zoom.us/j/94270178438
Meeting ID: 942 7017 8438
They are encouraged to attend but not required.
Business casual or business formal is recommended.
Come prepared to complete an interview. Overall, come prepared to simply be yourself. We want to get to know you as you get to know Purdue University Fort Wayne and the Chapman Scholars Program.
Following an informational program with parents/guardians and students, students will participate in an interview. Students along with their parents/guardians will also have the opportunity to meet with a representative from their major of interest. There will also be a virtual Information Fair highlighting the various opportunities available at Purdue Fort Wayne.
The only thing we ask is for you to be in a room by yourself during the interview portion of the even with your camera on.
PFW faculty and staff score each student’s application, essays, and interview. Six students are chosen for the Chapman Scholarship and one student is selected for the Doermer Distinguished Scholarship. Students are typically notified within one month after the competition.
Students must notify PFW if they plan to attend PFW and accept the award or if they decline the award by the deadline provided with the offer. No response from a recipient is considered as a rejection of the offer. In the event an offer is declined, the candidate with the next highest overall score will be contacted.
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2025 Virtual Information Fair
Click on the links below for the 2025 Virtual Information Fair, where you'll discover the incredible programs and services Purdue Fort Wayne has to offer. From the PFW Honors Program to The Q Center, Career Services, and more, this event is your chance to explore opportunities that will support your academic journey and future success. Don’t miss out—connect with campus resources and take the next step toward achieving your goals!
Click here to watch this video and answer any questions you may have about the PFW Summit Scholars Program!
To further enhance the college experience, some students choose to study abroad. For those considering this opportunity, please watch this informational video.
Purdue Fort Wayne’s Career Development Center is the place where students and leading companies in northeast Indiana connect. Watch their video to learn how they can help you achieve your career goals.
We are not just academics; watch the video below to see how to get involved on campus.
You’re determined, brilliant, and eager to maximize your college experience—channel your enthusiasm for discovery by joining the Honors Program, where ambitious students and faculty deeply engage in their studies and research. Watch this video to understand how the Honors Program can seamlessly fit into your academic journey.
We are more than just books! The Library has the best people to assist you with your research project. Watch this video to learn more.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to be a Mastodon. We will make sure you have everything necessary to thrive in that role. Check out this video to discover what we provide.
The Q Center is dedicated to fostering a learning environment for LGBTQIA+ students, cultivating spaces for connection and community, and providing faculty and staff with the essential tools to be effective allies in the pursuit of equity and acceptance.
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