Merit Scholarships
UConn has a series of renewable merit scholarships for high school seniors with a record of high academic achievement and leadership. Students participating in the Guaranteed Admission Program also have a unique opportunity available through the President-to-President Scholarship.
First-year applicants are automatically considered for most merit scholarships with the exception of the Nutmeg, Day of Pride, and Stamps Scholarships, which require a supplemental application. UConn Promise Grants are reserved for Bridgeport, Hartford, New Haven, and Waterbury Promise Scholars.
Scholarship values are subject to change based on residency and participation in the New England Regional Student Program. Offers of merit scholarships are generally awarded for fall semester entry and are made possible in part through the generous support of donors to the UConn Foundation.
Available to All Applicants
Restricted to Storrs Campus Applicants
The Stamps Scholarship is a full cost-of-attendance scholarship renewable for four years (eight academic semesters) of undergraduate education. Applicants selected for the Stamps Scholarship will also receive a one-time enrichment award of $12,000 to be used to support research and experiential learning opportunities.
In 2006, philanthropists Penny and E. Roe Stamps IV began merit scholarship programs at their university alma maters. The success of those initial gifts led to partnerships with various universities across the nation, providing millions of dollars in support to high-achieving undergraduate students. The University of Connecticut is proud to be a Stamps Scholars Program partner.
The Stamps Scholarship Supplemental Application will be available in the applicant portal. Access to the applicant portal is obtained after an application for admission has been submitted.
Selected applicants will have a required interview with the Admissions Committee and the Stamps Scholars Program. The undergraduate application for admission as well as all required documents must be completed by November 1. The deadline for the Stamps Scholarship Supplemental Application is November 8. Selection is highly competitive.
Recipients of the Stamps Scholarship will be guaranteed admission to UConn’s highly selective Honors Program and have access to other opportunities such as the University Scholar Program, guidance for professional school admission (law and medicine/dental medicine), special cohort programs, support while competing for national scholarships, undergraduate research, and becoming a global citizen, just to name a few. Students will also gain membership into the national network of Stamps Scholars.
Available to In-State Applicants Only
Restricted to Storrs Campus applicants who are Connecticut residents. Limited to 20 recipients statewide.
Full Scholarship (Includes direct and indirect cost of attendance. Some restrictions may apply.)
The Nutmeg Scholarship is a full scholarship honoring the exceptional accomplishments of Connecticut secondary school seniors.
Eligibility criteria includes, but is not limited to:
- Connecticut residency
- Graduation from a Connecticut secondary school
- Exceptional academic ability
- Performance of notable service to one’s school and community
- Good citizenship and leadership
Nutmeg Scholarship applicants must submit the undergraduate admissions application by November 1. The Nutmeg Supplemental Application is due no later than November 8.
Please note that interested and eligible students must choose to apply to either the Nutmeg, Day of Pride, or Stamps Scholarship and may not apply for all three.
Restricted to Storrs Campus applicants who are Connecticut residents. Limited to 20 recipients statewide.
Full Scholarship (Includes direct and indirect cost of attendance. Some restrictions may apply.)
The Day of Pride Scholarship is a full scholarship awarded to outstanding Connecticut secondary school seniors with lived and life experiences that create vibrant and sustained learning environments who have proven academic ability as demonstrated through high school grades, test scores (test-optional), class rank (if available), and letters of recommendation.
Eligibility criteria includes, but is not limited to:
- Connecticut residency
- Graduation from a Connecticut secondary school
- A commitment to opportunity, access, and growth initiatives through leadership, special talents, and achievement in school and/or community
- Demonstrated leadership and contributions to one’s community
- Documented financial need
Day of Pride Scholarship applicants must submit the undergraduate admissions application by November 1. The Day of Pride Supplemental Application is due no later than November 8.
Please note that interested and eligible students must choose to apply to either the Nutmeg, Day of Pride, or Stamps Scholarship and may not apply for all three.
Available to Guaranteed Admission Program (GAP) Participants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 2 years (4 semesters); valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Connecticut Community College students who are participants of the Guaranteed Admission Program (GAP), meet the criteria specific to their desired majors, and have earned an associate degree in a liberal arts transfer program will be considered for the President-to-President Scholarship. Students must be nominated by their community college Guided Pathways Advisor, and approved by their respective community college president to qualify. Full-time enrollment at UConn is required of President-to-President Scholarship recipients.
Available only to Connecticut residents; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis) plus a one-time $2,500 Enrichment Award
Students who rank number one or two in their graduating class will be considered for the Presidential Scholars Award. An additional one-time Enrichment Award is made available to allow the Presidential Scholar to engage in educationally or professionally enriching activities. For details on how the Enrichment Award may be used, visit enrichment.uconn.edu/eligibility. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1. To be eligible for nomination, the student must be a Connecticut resident graduating from a Connecticut high school.
Some restrictions may apply.
Restricted to applicants admitted to a regional campus who are Connecticut residents
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
The Regional Student Success Award is offered in recognition of Connecticut students attending a regional campus who embody academic excellence and perseverance. UConn regional campuses include Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, or Waterbury. Scholarship renewal is contingent on continued full-time enrollment at a regional campus. Students who have achieved a competitive high school academic average will be considered for this scholarship. Submission of standardized test scores is not required for scholarship consideration.
Available to In-State and Out-of-State Applicants
Available to in-state and out-of-state applicants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved a very competitive high school academic average will be considered for this scholarship. Submission of standardized test scores is not required for scholarship consideration. If an applicant chooses to send SATs or ACTs please know that those scores must be competitive in consideration of the profile for the admitted class. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1.
Available to in-state and out-of-state applicants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved a very competitive high school academic average will be considered for this scholarship. Submission of standardized test scores is not required for scholarship consideration. If an applicant chooses to send SATs or ACTs please know that those scores must be competitive in consideration of the profile for the admitted class. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1.
Available to in-state and out-of-state applicants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved a very competitive high school academic average will be considered for this scholarship. Submission of standardized test scores is not required for scholarship consideration. If an applicant chooses to send SATs or ACTs, please know that those scores must be competitive in consideration of the profile for the admitted class. In addition, students must have demonstrated a commitment to opportunity, access, and growth programs and initiatives through their leadership, special talents, and achievements in school and/or community to qualify. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1.
Restricted to Storrs Campus in-state and out-of-state Applicants
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved a very competitive high school academic average and have chosen to major in a STEM discipline will be considered for this scholarship. Students must demonstrate extraordinary involvement in a STEM field. Scholarship recipients will be members of UConn’s Honors Program and STEM Scholars community. Submission of standardized test scores is not required for scholarship consideration. If an applicant chooses to send SATs or ACTs please know that those scores must be competitive in consideration of the profile for the admitted class. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1. Guaranteed Admission Program (GAP) Participants; all campuses
Available to in-state and out-of-state applicants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved a very competitive high school academic average will be considered for this scholarship. Submission of standardized test scores is not required for scholarship consideration. If an applicant chooses to send SATs or ACTs please know that those scores must be competitive in consideration of the profile for the admitted class. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1.
Available to International Applicants
Available to international applicants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved exceptional academic achievement and excel as leaders both in- and outside of the classroom will be considered for the Global Excellence Award. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1.
Available to international applicants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved exceptional academic achievement and excel as leaders both in- and outside of the classroom will be considered for the Global Distinction Award. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1.
Available to international applicants; all campuses
Merit-based Scholarship (renewable for 4 years; valued at a fixed amount determined on a yearly basis)
Students who have achieved exceptional academic achievement and excel as leaders both in- and outside of the classroom will be considered for the Global Leader Award. Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application by December 1.