College of Science Scholarship Opportunities
The College of Science offers a number of scholarship opportunities for incoming, undergraduate and graduate students. Scholarship applications may be found through Academic Works, the University's scholarship application portal. Complete the University General Application then you will see the Science scholarship opportunities.
It is highly recommended that all students fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to determine what state or federal aid for which you may be eligible, including work-study opportunities and grants.
First-year and transfer students must have an active Campus Information Services (CIS) account and University E-mail account (UMail) before applying for scholarships.
GRADUATE Phd Candidate EMERGENCY SCHOLARSHIP
The College of Science PhD Candidate Emergency scholarship fund can provide financial support when an unexpected medical event creates immediate financial hardship.
- Typical awards made through this program are limited to be between $500 and $2500
- This program is subject to the availability of funds.
- If you are receiving financial aid, please contact the financial aid office to see how such an award
might impact your financial aid.
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Incoming freshman scholarship Opportunities
The College of Science Incoming Freshman General Scholarship application includes several scholarship opportunities.
- Multiple awards for incoming freshman and transfer students
- Research laboratory position during their first year the U
- Two week summer housing opportunity
- For more information and to apply visit the ACCESS page
- Multi-year housing scholarship for American Indians that covers $12,500 each academic year that covers on-campus housing and a full meal plan
- Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and continue as a declared Science mayor for the scholarship to be renewable each year
- Must complete a Housing U application to be considered
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- Multiple $1,000 awards for incoming freshman who declare a major in the College of Science
- Two awards will be made to incoming freshman who declare a major in the College of Science
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference is given to students who have been traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields. This includes students with first-generation, rural, disabled, or low-income backgrounds.
- The Science Research Initiative offers incoming and transfer students an opportunity to practice discovery based research and tackle cutting edge problems in dedicated science streams
- Preference given to College of Science declared majors
- One multi-year award will be made to current or incoming freshman who declares a major in the College of Science and who has financial need
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference given to Mathematics majors and applicants from single-parent homes
- Award covers in-state tuition up to 15 credit hours per semester for eight semesters
Current Student Opportunities
The College of Science General Scholarship application includes several scholarships opportunities. Applicants must be officially declared Science major.
- Multiple $4,000 awards will be made to juniors and seniors with expected graduation date in 2025 or 2026
- Minimum GPA of 3.70
- One award of $2,000 will be made to a junior, senior, or graduate student who is committed to teaching science and/or math in the secondary school system in the state of Utah who have financial need
- Must be a declared College of Science Teaching major or enrolled in the College of Science M.S. Degree Program for Secondary School Teachers (MSSST)
- Applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority deadline of February 1
- One award will be made to an undergraduate student majoring in the College of Science
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference is given to students who have been traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields. This includes students with first-generation, rural, disabled, or low-income backgrounds.
- Multiple $2,500 awards will be made to juniors, seniors, and graduate students
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority deadline of February 1
- One $1,000 award will be made to current or incoming freshman who declares a major in the College of Science
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference given to Biochemistry and Chemistry majors and/or first generation college student
- Three awards will be made to undergraduate students majoring in the College of Science
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference is given to students who have been traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields. This includes students with first-generation, rural, disabled, or low-income backgrounds.
- Six awards will be made to undergraduate students majoring in the College of Science who have financial need
- Minimum GPA of 2.75
- Two awards will be made to undergraduate students majoring in the College of Science
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference is given to students who have been traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields. This includes students with first-generation, rural, disabled, or low-income backgrounds.
- One award will be made to a student who has more than 30 University of Utah credit hours
- Must be a Non-Resident of Utah and a U.S. Citizen
- Minimum GPA of 3.30
- One $1,000 award to an underrepresented student
- Preference is given to students who have been traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields. This includes students with first-generation, rural, disabilities, or low-income backgrounds
- Consideration may also be given to students who have a demonstrated interest in creating and promoting diversity and equal opportunities for all in their discipline
- Applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority deadline of February 1
Questions
Questions about scholarships and financial aid? Make an appointment with a financial aid counselor!
If you have questions about a specific College of Science opportunity, please email office@science.utah.edu.
Departmental Scholarship Opportunities
Office of Nationally competitive scholarships
The Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships maintains a list of highly prestigious scholarship opportunities. Applications for these opportunities are maintained by this university department.