Nationally Competitive Scholarships

Welcome! On this page, you’ll find what you need to get started on applying for a Nationally Competitive Scholarship. For a list of Nationally Competitive Scholarships and links to more information on individual scholarships, go to the Scholarship List page. Check out the Application Procedure page for help preparing to apply for scholarships. Visit the Frequently Asked Questions page for answers to common questions about Nationally Competitive Scholarships. See the Scholarship Advisors page for a list of scholarship advisors and their contact information.

Through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS), the UAA Honors College supports students by connecting them with and advising them in regards to scholarships, fellowships, internships, and research opportunities. If you’d like to explore these options, we encourage you to contact OURS or to contact one of our Nationally Competitive Scholarship Advisors.

Other types of scholarships you can look into are Education Abroad Scholarships, UA Foundation Scholarships, UAA College-Specific Scholarships, or UAA Major-Specific scholarships.

New to Nationally Competitive Scholarships?

Don’t worry! As long as you’re a full-time, degree-seeking student, it’s not too late for you to win a Nationally Competitive Scholarship. If the idea of a Nationally Competitive Scholarship sounds overwhelming, don’t worry. Visit the Honors College Prospective Applicants webpage or contact one of our Scholarship Advisors for help with the application process.