Out-of-state Scholarships
Admission-Based Scholarships
Out-of-state students who meet the minimum criteria will automatically receive renewable awards following admission to UofL. No scholarship application is required. Eligible students may also apply for Mentored Scholarships.
| Name | Amount Information | Minimum Criteria |
|---|---|---|
(Chicago-, Cincinnati-, Dallas-, DC Metro-, and Nashville-area students) | $10,000-$16,000 | Admission to the University of Louisville; Residence or school attendance in an eligible zipcode or county. View criteria. |
(Out-of-State students outside of regional areas) | $5,000-$15,000 | Eligibility based on academic merit; |
| National Merit Finalist | $20,000 National Scholars Award | Must list UofL as first choice with National Merit Corporation |
| National Merit Semifinalist | $15,000 National Scholars Award | 3.5 GPA |
The Fall 2019 Honors and Scholarship application is now available. For application directions: https://louisville.edu/admissions/cost-aid/scholarships/how-to-apply. The competitive scholarship application deadline is December 15.
If you have questions about scholarships or award amounts and criteria, please email admitme@louisville.edu with "Scholarships" in the subject line.
Mentored Scholarships
In addition to monetary awards, these scholarships have significant programming components which can include travel, leadership, service, research and more. Students must submit a scholarship application, letters of recommendation, essays and a student-involvement resume by December 15, 2018 to be considered for these programs for Fall 2019. View resume scoring rubric.
| Name | Type | Amount Information | Minimum Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Fellows Program | Mentored | Full tuition, plus additional education allowance; 10 awarded | 31 ACT or 1390 SAT and 3.5 GPA |
| Grawemeyer Scholarship | Mentored | Full in-state tuition, plus $8,000/year educational allowance; 10 awarded | 31 ACT or 1390 SAT and 3.5 GPA |