Scholarships: Free Dollars to Support Your Education
Scholarships are cash awards you never have to pay back. UW-Superior students have access to dozens of scholarships – from university-funded awards to community and national opportunities – and applying is easier than you might think.
12 full-tuition scholarships are awarded every year through the UW-Superior Alumni and Friends Foundation. A few hours of applications could mean graduating debt-free.
What are scholarships?
Unlike loans, scholarships are gifts – money awarded based on merit, need, field of study, background or other criteria that you keep as long as you meet the requirements. They don’t accumulate interest and never need to be repaid.
Types of scholarship funding available
Foundation scholarships
Funded by UW-Superior alumni and donors. Applications open year-round for new students.
External scholarships
Hundreds of community and national awards available outside the university.
Research stipends
SURF awards of $1,750 or $3,500 support undergraduates conducting original research.
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)
Earn a $1,750 or $3,500 stipend while conducting hands-on research over the summer. Open to undergraduate students across disciplines.
How to Apply
- New students — Apply through the UW-Superior Foundation with support from the admissions office. Applications are accepted all year.
- Current students — Search the scholarship database below and apply directly through listed opportunities.
- All students — Browse external scholarships and check back regularly, as new awards are added throughout the year.
Search for Scholarships
Use the database below to find scholarships that match your situation. Filter by audience, department, award amount, or type.