Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 5th of January, 2025.
Scholarship Summary:
UWRF awards merit scholarships to first-year students (domestic and international) based on a comprehensive review of criteria including history of academic performance, background and experiences, leadership, and potential to enrich the campus community.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
There are no set criteria for consideration but past recipients were in the top 40% of the applicant pool.
Value of Scholarship:
The UWRF Merit Scholarships are valued as follows;
i. Falcon Scholars Scholarship: $1,000 scholarship renewable for four years, with an additional $2,000 stipend for undergraduate research or study abroad in the junior or senior year.
ii. Study in Wisconsin Scholarship for Wisconsin non-residents: $3,000 scholarship per year, renewable for up to four years.
iii. Success Scholarship: $1,000-$3,500, a one-time award for students with unique backgrounds and experiences or economically disadvantaged incoming first-year students. Preference will be given, but is not limited to, participants from college access programs.
iv. Falcons Fly Higher Scholarship: $500-$2,500, a one-time award offered to first-year or transfer students. Academic potential, background and experiences, financial need, leadership and potential to enrich the campus community are given consideration when making these awards.
v. International Student Scholarship: International students will receive $3,000 for each year of enrollment.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
i. Complete an admission application into UWRF.
ii. Log into the UW-River Falls Scholarship System.
iii. Select "Sign In" and then sign in using your w# and password.
iv. Complete the online general scholarship application.
v. Review all recommended scholarship opportunities and apply with the click of a button.
v. The International Student Scholarship does not need a separate application, just apply for admission
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the UWRF Scholarship Page or the International Cost Page.