The state of Utah is home to over 20 four-year public universities, two-year community colleges, and private undergraduate and graduate universities combined. Whether you’re a high school senior looking at attending a Utah college or university, or you’re a current college student at one of Utah's many institutions, this post highlights many great scholarships and resources for you to take advantage of.
Let's go over a few of Utah's best scholarships for students.
Amount: $1,000
Deadlines: Quarterly
Details: Before we get into all of the Utah-specific private scholarships, check out our very own. No essay or minimum GPA required to apply. Open to US citizens, international students in the US, and students with DACA and undocumented status.
Amount: $50,000
Deadline: Rolling monthly
Eligibility:
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Amount: $2,500 Monthly
Deadline: Expires on the last day of each month
Eligibility: The ScholarshipPoints Scholarship is a monthly no essay scholarship open to all high school and college students ages 16 and older, who are US residents!
Amount: $8,000
Deadline: Rolling
Details: For the opportunity to win an $8,000 scholarship, submit a video or written essay about an individual you know personally (who lives in your community) who has inspired you and helped you build the confidence you need to achieve your goals.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
Details:The Utah Promise Grant is a statewide scholarship program that expands access to higher education opportunities to all Utahns by providing financial assistance to students who demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 21
Details: The Opportunity Scholarship is a simplified, statewide, achievement-based program that encourages students to complete advanced courses in core subject areas while in high school, aims to make higher education more accessible, and rewards students for preparing academically for college.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: varies by school
Details: The T.H. Bell Education Scholarship Program aims to recruit and support students who are interested in serving as public educators in Utah and who enroll in an approved education program.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
Details: The Utah Promise Grant is a statewide scholarship program that expands access to higher education opportunities to all Utahns by providing financial assistance to students who demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 14
Details: The scholarships are available to high school seniors living near a Simon mall or in the surrounding communities.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 9
Details: The Built Ford Tough Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who are members of FFA.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: March 31
Details:The $3,000 WC II Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a deserving high school senior who has displayed exemplary performance in service, achievement, and leadership, and who has participated in a K-12 JA Program. Students applying must attend the University of Utah.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: March 31
Details: The $2,500 L. Dean Rees Community Volunteers Scholarships are awarded to two high school students who have demonstrated community volunteerism at its finest and have participated in a K-12 JA Program.
Amount: $1,500 to $6,00
Deadline:March 10 & April 14
Details: Are you a 15-17-year-old currently enrolled in a driver’s education program and attending a public high school in Utah? Alternatively, are you an already-licensed 16-18-year-old attending a public high school in Utah? if yes is true to either, you may be eligible for The Jiffy Lube Scholarship Program!
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: April 1
Details: Are you a high school student residing in the American west or U.S. territories whose Governors participate in the bipartisan Western Governors’ Association? More importantly, do you love where you live and have a passion for art? If so, you might consider applying for the Celebrate the West Contest!
Amount: $500 to $5,000
Deadline: April 11
Details: Livelikemak Foundation Scholarship is a scholarship open to any Utah High School Senior going into the medical profession with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Amount: up to $1,250
Deadline: April 15 & December 15
Details: Applicant must be a high school student, graduating either in the year during which they apply for this scholarship or the following year, at an accredited Utah school and have successfully completed or currently be enrolled in the General Financial Literacy course or equivalent required course.
Amount: $5,000 to $10,000
Deadline: April 17
Details: 20 awards of $5,000 will be granted to students pursuing 2-year programs and 40 awards of $10,000 will be granted to students pursuing 4-year degrees. Financial information will be collected from applicants. 80% of scholarships will be awarded on a combination of need and merit with the remaining 20% awarded on the basis of merit.
Amount: up to $8,000
Deadline: Continuous
Details: The Utah Fits All Scholarship Program provides up to $8,000 to Utah K-12 students through an education savings account (ESA).
Amount: up to $25,000 or COA*
Deadline: October 18
Details: The Daniels Scholarship, along with generous contributions from partner schools, covers the full cost of attendance (COA) at partner schools within Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. Scholars that choose to attend a school outside our 4-state region receive up to $25,000 a year for qualified educational expenses.
A great resource for Utah students comes from the Utah Scholarships and Aid Programs website. Students should also check in with their high school counselors to view any local scholarships that are available through their local community and/or school. For college students, also check in with your financial aid office to school/major specific scholarships.