Outside Scholarships
General Information
All outside scholarship checks should be sent to the Student Financial Aid Office at the following address:
Student Financial Aid Office
University of Louisville
Houchens Building Room 110 Attn. Katie Farmer
Louisville, Kentucky 40292
Checks and/or documentation should include student name, student identification number, and award period, e.g. fall only or fall and spring. If an outside organization does not specify an award period, funds will be evenly distributed between fall and spring semester if check is made payable for $1000 or more or applied to the current semester if check is made payable for less than $1000.
Outside scholarship funds apply to student financial aid packages and are counted as financial assistance. If outside scholarship exceeds financial need and/or cost of attendance, adjustments will be made to the student’s aid package to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Self-help aid, such as loans and work-study awards, are adjusted before grant or scholarship aid is affected. If an overaward occurs after aid has been disbursed, the student may be required to repay all or a portion of their financial aid to the University.
The average processing time is up to seven business days and up to ten business days during high volume times. If you are expecting a scholarship from an outside organization and the scholarship has not posted to your student account, please contact the outside organization to verify when the funds will be sent to the Student Financial Aid Office.
Scholarship Opportunities
Below you will find a list of outside scholarship information our office received and links to outside award agencies who awarded scholarships to students at the U of L in the past. We will continue to post scholarship information on this site; these scholarships, however, are not associated with the University. Please note the free search engine websites on the right. We suggest both students and parents read all scholarship applications carefully and read FinAid.Org's Scholarship Scam Alert prior to submitting any application fees.
2011-2012 Award Agencies (pdf)
2010-2011 Award Agencies (pdf)
David Hershberg Scholarship
Deadline: Feb 17, 2012
The World Affairs Council of Kentucky & Southern Indianan is sponsoring the David Hershberg Scholarship for summer study abroad. Applicants must be full-time degree seeking students enrolled at an accredited institution. For additional information, please visit the David Hershberg website.
Government Finance Officers Association
Deadline: Feb 24, 2012
The Government Finance Officers Association sponsors the Minorities in Government Finance scholarship and Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting scholarship. Both scholarships are for students at the undergraduate or graduate level. Applications and supporting documentation must be postmarked to the GFOA no later than February 24, 2012. For additional information, please visit the GFOA website.
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Deadline: Feb 29, 2012
The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program wants to reward students who have succeeded inside and outside of the classroom by offering up to $25,000 per year for 100 first-time freshman or existing college students, renewable up to four years and one additional year for those entering a qualified five-year engineering program.
Applicants must:
- Be high school seniors or graduates or be current undergraduate students
- Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited U.S. four-year college or university for the entire 2012–13 academic year (excluding proprietary and online schools)
- Plan to major in a specified course of study that focuses on Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study. See the list of eligible majors.
- Be interested in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries
- Be U.S. citizens and have permanent residence in the United States
For additional information, please visit the Buick Achievers website.
Kentucky Federation of Women's Clubs
Deadline: March 1, 2012
The GFWC/KFWC is sponsoring a $5000 scholarship for the 2012-2013 academic year to one student. Students must attend on of eight state Universities in Kentucky. For additional information, please view the application.
LIFE Foundation
Deadline: March 12, 2012
The LIFE Foundation sponsors the LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program for college students and college-bound high school seniors. Applicants are asked to submit an essay or video about how the death of a parent or guardian impacted their lives. For additional information, please visit the LIFE website.
Blue Grass Community Foundation
Deadline: March 15, 2012
The Blue Grass Community Foundation is sponsoring the Stephen L Keller Scholarship to benefit undergraduate students. Recipients must be residents of Eastern Kentucky, Business majors attending an accredited degree granting four-year Kentucky college, and enrolled full-time. For additional information, please visit the BGCF website.
15,000 Degrees Scholarship
Deadline: March 15, 2012
Applications are now available for the 15,000 Degrees (15K) Scholarship. Scholarships of up to $1,500 will be awarded through a competitive application process. Approximately 3-5 scholarships will be awarded for the 2012-13 academic year, depending on the number of applicants. For additional information, please visit the Community Foundation of Louisville website.
Louis-Edward Nicklies Scholarship Program
Deadline: March 30, 2012
The Louis-Edward Nicklies Scholarship Fund was established to assist students who wish to pursue a career in Law, Engineering, Teaching, Medicine, or Christian Ministry at any accredited college, university or School of Divinity located in Jefferson County, Kentucky. To be eligible for the Louis-Edward Nicklies Scholarship, a student must (1) Be a graduate of a public, parochial or private high school in Jefferson County, Kentucky (2) Have an academic record indicating the ability to succeed at the undergraduate/graduate level of study (3) Be accepted by, or enrolled in, an accredited college, university, School of Divinity or School of Medicine in Jefferson County, Kentucky as a full-time student (4) Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Applications are available at the University of Louisville Student Financial Aid Office or download the application. All documentation must be received no later than Wednesday, March 30, 2012 in the office of Richard G. Carnes, PNC Institutional Investment Group, 101 South Fifth St., 37th Floor, Louisville, KY 40202.
American Public Works Association
Deadline: April 1, 2012
The American Public Works Association (APWA) sponsors an annual Academic Award Program for all high school juniors and seniors and college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. The Central Branch, Kentucky Chapter will provide several individual awards, in the amount of $1,000 each. Please review the application for additional information.
Capital Area Master Gardeners
Deadline: April 1, 2012
The CAMG is taking applications for a $500 scholarship to be awarded to a student majoring in horticulture, plant pathology, landscape design, botany, forestry, entomology, environmental concerns, urban planning, land management, agronomy, or allied subjects. To be eligible to apply, your home county must be Anderson, Boyle, Franklin, Mercer, or Woodford; you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with permanent resident ID; enrolled as a full-time student in a KY university with an accredited program; have a minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale; and must a freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student. For additional information, please visit the CAMG website.
WyzAnt Tutoring College Scholarships
Deadline: April 1, 2012
The WyzAnt scholarship contest features $10,000 in total awards, and is open to college freshmen, sophomores and juniors. WyzAnt is asking students to write a short essay about the most important lesson they have learned. For additional information please visit the WyzAnt website.
Education-Portal.com Academic Scholarships
Deadline: April 1, 2012
BACHELOR DEGREE SCHOLARSHIPS:
- Commputer Science and Computer Engineering Degrees - Undergraduate Academic Award
A $1,000 academic award given to a student pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. - Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Degrees - Undergraduate Academic Award
A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing any associate or bachelor degree emphasizing a Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement concentration. - Liberal Arts and General Studies Degrees - Undergraduate Academic Award
A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing an associate or bachelor degree emphasizing Liberal Arts, General Studies, or Humanities.
MASTER DEGREE SCHOLARSHIPS:
- Business Administration Degrees - Graduate Level Academic Award
A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing a Master of Business Administration Degree. - Engineering Degrees - Graduate Level Academic Award
A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing a graduate degree program in an Engineering discipline. - Nursing and Health Administration Degrees - Graduate Level Academic Award
A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing a graduate degree program emphasizing Nursing or Health Administration. - Public Administration and Public Policy Degrees - Graduate Level Academic Award
A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing a graduate degree program emphasizing Public Administration or Public Policy.
Association of the United States Army
Deadline: April 2, 2012
The Major Samuel Woodfill Chapter of AUSA is sponsoring a scholarship program for Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom soldier's children, medically/honorably discharges OIF or OEF Army Veterans, Spouses of Fallen Soldiers in the Global War on Terrorism, and Army Soldiers who are currently serving or have served int eh Global War on Terrorism. For additional information, please visit the AUSA website.
Adult Students in Scholastic Transition (ASIST) Award
Deadline: April 20, 2012
The Kentuckiana Chapter of Executive Women International is sponsoring the ASIST Scholarship Program to benefit non-traditional students. For additional information, please visit the EWI website.
The Fruit Company Entrepreneur Award
Deadline: April 30, 2012
This award is open to U.S. high school graduates who have the drive and vision to make their mark on the business world. Application must be received by April, 30 2012 to be awarded fall 2012. For additional information, please visit The Fruit Company website.
Frugal Dad Undergraduate Scholarship
Deadline: April 30, 2012
Frugaldad.com is sponsoring a scholarship for undergraduates attending an accredited college or university. Selection will be based on academic history, extracurricular involvement, and ingenuity of essay entries. For additional information, please visit the Frugaldad.com website.
Legacy for Health - Dr. Alma S. Adams Scholarship
Deadline: April 30, 2012
The Dr. Alma S. Adams Scholarship is available to undergraduate or graduate students who are studying at an accredited institution of higher education in the United States. Two scholarships in the amount of $5000 will be granted on a competitive basis. For additional information, please visit the Legacy For Health website.
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Deadline: June 15, 2012
The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in an accredited institution of higher education. For additional information, please visit the A & F website.
America's Best Blogging Scholarship
Deadline: June 30, 2012
Your Local Security is sponsoring a scholarship for incoming and currently enrolled freshmen. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the U.S. and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 grading scale. For additional information, please visit the Your Local Security website.
Foreclosure.com Scholarship
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2012
Foreclosure.com is offering a scholarship program for currently enrolled college students (graduate students, law students and/or high school seniors are NOT eligible). Applicants are invited to apply by submitting an essay. Freshman entering fall 2011 are eligible once they have received a student ID number. For additional information please visit the Foreclosure.com website.
Get Prepped LSAT Prep Scholarship
Deadline: January 30th and June 30th
The GP LSAT Prep scholarship is available to students interested in applying to law school. One or more grants of $1000 are awarded twice yearly (January 30 and June 30). To apply, use the ‘contact us’ form at GP LSAT Prep to request the application packet.
Community Action Partnership
Deadline: Varies
Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership provides numerous educational programs for residents of Louisville. For additional information, please visit the CAP website.
NAACP Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. For information on scholarships and applications, please visit the NAACP scholarship website.
Hazing Awareness Scholarship
Deadline: Varies
All students that are enrolled in any accredited college or university that has a Greek Social Environment may apply. Awards are granted monthly. For additional information, please visit the Hazing Awareness website.
Travel Nursing.org Scholarship
Deadline: Varies
Travel Nursing.org is sponsoring a scholarship to support the education of future nurses. A $1000 scholarship will be awarded annually. For additional information, please visit the TravelNursing.org website.
Memorial Scholarship Provider
Deadline: Varies
Multiple scholarships available to high school, undergraduate and graduate students. Applicants must have a minimum 2.0 GPA. For additional information please visit the following websites:
Http://newbeginningscholarship.com
Http://journeyscholarships.com
Scholarships for Engineering Students
Deadline: Varies
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) sponsors multiple scholarship programs for students studying in an accredited undergraduate engineering or engineering technology program recognized by ASHRAE. Scholarships are available to undergraduate students and high school seniors. For additional information, please visit the ASHRAE website.
William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship for Minority Students
Deadline: Varies
The Nonprofit Sector and Philanthropy Program (NSPP) of the Aspen Institute in Washington, DC, offers the William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship three times annually. The fellowship, which is based on academic excellence and need, is open to both undergraduate and graduate students. The Hearst Fellow serves as an intern with NSPP. Recipients may arrange with their colleges or universities to receive academic credit for this experience. The ideal candidate for this fellowship is a highly motivated continuing graduate or undergraduate student from an underrepresented community. For application and additional information, please visit the William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship website.
F. Edward Hebert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program
Deadline: Varies
The Army offers the F. Edward Hebert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program. Whether you want to become a Physician, Dentist, Veterinarian, Optometrist, Clinical or Counseling Psychologist, if you qualify, you could earn a full-tuition scholarship, plus a monthly stipend. For application and additional information, call 1-800-USA-ARMY, or visit the ARMY website.
Benjamin A Gilman International Study Abroad Scholarship
Deadline: Varies
The Gilman Scholarship is open to all US citizen undergraduates, in good academic standing. Eligibility Requirements include: (1) Applicant must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant or provide proof that he/she will be receiving a Pell Grant at the time of application or during the term of their study abroad, (2) Applicant is applying to or has been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by the student's accredited institution of higher education in the U.S, (3) Applicant is studying abroad for at least 4 weeks in one country. Programs going to more than one country are eligible if the student will be studying in one country for at least 4 weeks, (4) Applicant is studying abroad in any country except Cuba or a country on the State Department's current Travel Warning List, (5) Applicant is studying in the fall, spring, or academic year terms including winter inter-sessions. For application and additional information please visit the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship website.
KY Department of Veteran Affairs
Deadline: Varies
Benefits are available to veterans who want to attend colleges and universities in Kentucky. For additional information and, please visit the VA website. The Louisville Regional Office of the federal VA is located at 321 West Main Street in Louisville.
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
Deadline: Varies
The Thurgood Marshall Fund provides merit-based and need-based scholarships to students seeking financial assistance to complete their education. TMCF scholarship recipients are awarded annually to students meeting the eligibility criteria. For more information about these scholarships, please visit the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund website.
The National Research Council Associateship Programs
Deadline: Varies
The NRC is administers the Graduate, Postdoctoral and Senior Research Associateship Programs. The programs provide opportunities for Ph.D., Sc.D, or M.D. scientists and engineers to conduct research of their own choosing. For application and additional information, please visit the NRC website.
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Deadline: Varies
Scholarships for members of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Award programs include: Merit Awards, Scholar Abroad, Scholar at Sea, and Graduate Scholars. For more information including applications, eligibility, and deadlines, visit the scholarship web page on the NSCS website.
International Student Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
There are a variety of different collegiate scholarships available to international students. IEFA is the premier resource for financial aid, college scholarship and grant information for US and international students wishing to study abroad. At this site, you will find the most comprehensive college scholarship search and grant listings plus international student loan programs and other information to promote study abroad. For additional information, please visit the IEFA website.
Institute for Humane Studies
Deadline: Varies
The Institute of Humane Studies offers various scholarships for students pursuing a Graduate degree. For additional information, please visit the IHS website.
Krell Institute
Deadline: Varies
The Krell Institute offers various fellowships for students pursuing a graduate degree. For additional information, please visit the Krell website.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation
Deadline: Varies
The ESA Foundation awards numerous scholarships annually. The deadline for 2012-2013 scholarships has passed, however, please visit the ESA website to sign up for scholarship reminders for the 2013-2014 academic year.
