Martin Luther King Scholars Program

The Martin Luther King Scholars Program is a highly selective, mentored leadership development program at the University of Louisville. Scholars engage in academic, service, and leadership experiences designed to cultivate critical thinking, self-exploration, and a lifelong commitment to social justice and civic engagement. Participants enroll in courses focused on social justice and peace studies, engage in experiential learning through community service initiatives, and, in their second year, take part in a civil rights immersion travel experience.

This mentored scholarship includes full in-state tuition and up to an additional $10,000 per year to supplement educational expenses. To be eligible, students must have a minimum 3.5 high school GPA. ACT/SAT scores are not considered in the selection process.

The MLK Scholars Program is open to students with a demonstrated commitment to social justice and community service. Any eligible student, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age, is encouraged to apply. Applicants must also meet the Kentucky or Southern Indiana residency requirement and must apply and be accepted into the University Honors Program.

Eligible students can apply for the MLK Scholars Program through their UofL Application Gateway. The deadline to submit the application and all supplemental materials is December 15.