College of Science Incoming Freshman General Scholarship

The College of Science Incoming Freshman General Scholarship application includes all college and department specific scholarship opportunities valued up to $15,000. To be considered for all the awards complete the University of Utah General Scholarship Application and then complete the College of Science Incoming Freshman General Scholarship application. Scholarships are awarded for the 2025-26 academic year. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher, full-time enrollment (12 credit hours), and be planning to major in the College of Science to be considered for the awards:

* Applied Mathematics
* Atmospheric Sciences
* Biochemistry
* Bioinformatics
* Biology
* Biology Teaching
* Chemistry
* Earth & Environmental Science
* Earth Science Composite Teaching
* Geological Engineering
* Geoscience
* Mathematics
* Mathematics Teaching
* Metallurgical Engineering
* Mining Engineering
* Physics
* Physics Teaching

    Please email scholarship questions to: office@science.utah.edu

    Applications must be submitted by March 1, 2025.

    Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications must include the following:

    • a current unofficial transcript
    • one letter of recommendation from science or mathematics teacher
    • any additional items that my be required for students who want to be considered for Need-Based awards

    Need‐Based Scholarships: To be considered for a need‐based scholarship award, you are required to complete the 2025-26 FAFSA application. The application will open December 1, 2024, and will require information from your 2023 taxes. FAFSA applications must be submitted online no later than March 1.


    The College of Science is committed to providing robust research and career exploration opportunities to our students throughout their time at the U. Our two signature first-year research programs are ACCESS Scholars and the Science Research Initiative (SRI). Both programs offer students the opportunity to form connections with peers and leaders across campus, include coursework designed to introduce various skills critical for success in undergraduate research, and place students in a research lab in the second semester. No previous research experience is required to participate.. 

    Learn more at science.utah.edu/sri and science.utah.edu/access

    Award
    Varies up to $15,000
    Deadline
    Supplemental Questions
    1. What is your intended major and emphasis (if applicable). What drew you to this degree and what do you hope to do with it?
    2. How would scholarship funding help you achieve your goals in the College of Science?
    3. Will you be receiving any other scholarships for the upcoming academic year? If so, please list the scholarship name and amount.
    4. List any pertinent accomplishments, awards, community involvement, activities, or recognition you have received or engaged in, if any.
    5. Are you involved in research at the U or elsewhere? If so, briefly describe your research project, how long you’ve been involved in research, and provide your Research Advisor name.
    6. Submit an unofficial high school transcript and college or university transcripts for concurrent enrollment courses.
    7. Letter of recommendation - letter of recommendation must be from a science or mathematics teacher.
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