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 student emergency scholarship
The College of Science Graduate Student Emergency fund can provide financial support when an unexpected event creates immediate financial hardship. If funds are granted, they do not have to be repaid.
- 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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Science Research Initiative (SRI)
Want to learn how to conduct research and create connections with faculty and other Science students? Join the Science Research Initiative (SRI)!
SRI offers College of Science students the opportunity to participate in discovery-based scientific research starting your first day on campus, with no prior research experience required. You will gain research skills that will help you in science classes, learn with College of Science peers, and connect with faculty across the University.
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Incoming Student Opportunities
Scholarship applications are closed for the 2022-23 Academic Year.
Applications will open January 2023.
- Multiple awards for incoming freshman and transfer students
- Upper division 3 course credits satisfies both International Requirement (IR) and Science Foundation (SF)
- Research laboratory position during their first year the U
- Summer housing opportunity (freshman only)
- For more information, visit the ACCESS page
- Two awards will be made to incoming freshman who declare a major in the College of Science: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference given to students of traditionally underrepresented background as defined by National Science Foundation (NSF): Women, persons with disabilities, blacks, hispanics, and American Indian/Alaska Native
- Multiple $1,000 awards for incoming freshman who declare a major in the College of Science: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- 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: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
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- One multi-year award will be made to current or incoming freshman who declares a major in the College of Science: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics 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
Scholarship applications are closed for the 2022-23 Academic Year.
Applications will open January 2023.
- Multiple $4,000 awards will be made to juniors and seniors with expected graduation date in 2022 or 2023
- Minimum GPA of 3.70
- Twelve undergraduates will be honored with the title of Crocker Science House Scholar
- Each resident receives a $1,500 award to assist with rent and meal plan
- Students share a quiet, study-oriented residence on Officers Circle, Fort Douglas
- Residents must contract with Housing & Residential Education for their room reservation and meal plan
- 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: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference given to students of traditionally underrepresented background as defined by National Science Foundation (NSF): Women, persons with disabilities, blacks, hispanics, and American Indian/Alaska Native
- 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 declare a major in the College of Science: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference given to Chemistry majors and/or first generation college student
- Three awards will be made to undergraduate students majoring in the College of Science: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference given to students of traditionally underrepresented background as defined by National Science Foundation (NSF): Women, persons with disabilities, blacks, hispanics, and American Indian/Alaska Native
- Two awards will be made to undergraduate students majoring in the College of Science: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- Minimum GPA of 3.00
- Preference given to students of traditionally underrepresented background as defined by National Science Foundation (NSF): Women, persons with disabilities, blacks, hispanics, and American Indian/Alaska Native
- 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
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.