2024 University of Idaho Freshman Merit Scholarships (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will be awarded on an ongoing basis

Scholarship Summary: 
University of Idaho recognizes new, first-time undergraduate students (domestic and international) and ensures that admitted students who meet certain criteria are guaranteed to receive a minimum level of funding. This funding level is guaranteed for up to three additional years with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must; 
i. A new, first-time freshman admitted to the University of Idaho
ii. Pursuing your first bachelor's degree
iii. Have an incoming GPA of 3.0 or higher

Value of Scholarship: 
The University of Idaho Merit Scholarships are valued as follows;
i. Idaho residents receive the Go Idaho! scholarship valued from $1,000 - $7,500 annually
ii. Non-resident domestic students and international students receive the 'Invitation to Idaho scholarship', worth over $15,966 annually
iii. Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE): WUE students pay in-state tuition plus 50%, resulting in a savings of approximately $16,000/year

Scholarship Application Guide: 
Students are automatically considered for all institutional aid and scholarships when filling out the admissions application. There is no separate scholarship applications required to be considered for institutional aid.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the University of Idaho Scholarship Page.