Making the Grade for Special Scholarships THE ARMED FORCES WANT... -- SATs above 1200 -- Good physical condition -- Leadership qualities -- Technical expertise, such as engineering, nursing, and computer science ATHLETIC DEPARTMENTS LOOK FOR... -- Skills in fast-growing sports, such as women's soccer -- Grades and SATs at or above the freshman average -- Low-income applicants, who can draw extra scholarships DATA: BUSINESS WEEK Return to main story

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