The application deadline for Academic Scholarship & Fellowship Programs for the Class of 2016 (our fall 2012 freshman class) was January 15, 2012. All scholarship materials have been sent to the faculty committees for review.
To be considered for an Academic Scholarship or Fellowship you must:
Apply for undergraduate admission
- Apply for academic scholarships or fellowships:
- Select one that corresponds to your academic interest.
- Apply for any or all of the academic scholarships that are available to students in all schools. (See Programs at-a-Glance).
Washington University is committed to helping talented students who show exceptional academic performance and outstanding promise. The Academic Scholarship and Fellowship Programs offer financial assistance based solely on academic achievement. These scholarships and fellowships are awarded through special competitions.
Our five undergraduate divisions—the College of Arts & Sciences, College of Architecture, College of Art, Olin Business School, and School of Engineering & Applied Science—sponsor scholarships and fellowships for exceptional students. These awards range from annual awards of $3,000 to half-tuition scholarships to full-tuition scholarships ($40,950 in academic year 2011-12) with annual stipends. Each involves expectations that the students selected will participate actively in shaping the academic and campus communities of which they become a part.
Students can apply for the academic scholarships and fellowships that match their academic and extracurricular achievements. These interests should be indicated on the application for undergraduate admission to the Class of 2016. Students may also apply for need-based financial aid. Click here for more information.
Scholarship and fellowship recipients generally score in the top ranges on the SATs or ACTs. Most are in the top 10 percent of their classes in high school and have followed an extremely rigorous curriculum.
Each scholarship or fellowship has a slightly different application procedure. All require each candidate to submit an application for freshman admission to Washington University.
Students who apply under Washington University’s binding Early Decision plan may apply for any scholarship matching their academic and extracurricular achievements. Academic scholarships, however, are not awarded until after the Early Decision commitment date.
We encourage parents and students to keep their options open; to continue learning about Washington University; to visit campus; and to make the decision to apply for admission based on what we offer inside and outside the classrooms, labs, studios, libraries, and residential colleges.
The scholarship programs on these pages are for students applying for freshman admission. Please click here for if you are interested in scholarships for Transfer Students.