Morris K. Udall Foundation Scholarships
Description
The Udall Foundation awards scholarships to college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service, and commitment to issues related to Native American nations or to the environment. Approximately 55 scholarships are awarded each year. Each scholar receives up to $7,000, and attends a Summer Scholar Orientation Weekend in Arizona.
Selection Criteria
- US citizenship is required.
- Applicants must fall into one of two groups:
- College sophomores or juniors who demonstrate outstanding potential, and who study the environment and related fields;
- Native American and Alaskan Native students who are college sophomores or juniors, demonstrate outstanding potential, and are in fields related to health care or tribal public policy.
- Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA and a proven record of campus and community service.
Internal Deadline
early February 2025 / exact date tbd
How to Apply
Contact Carr Everbach, Professor of Engineering and Udall Faculty Representative to access the online application. Application components include.
- An 11-question application
- Essay
- Transcript
- Three (3) letters of recommendations.
Link
Selection Process
- The Faculty Representative reviews all applications, essays, and recommendation letters and selects up to five nominees.
- Nominees will have an opportunity to revise applications before they are submitted to Udall by its national deadline in March.
- Udall announces scholars and honorable mentions in early April.
