Undergraduate Scholarships

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The Hinckley Institute provides more than $50,000 annually in academic scholarships to students who demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to public service through the following scholarship funds:

ANNUAL DEADLINE: MARCH 1ST

DIRECTOR’S PRIZE SCHOLARSHIP

The Hinckley Director’s Prize Scholarship provides up to $1,000 in scholarship funding for outstanding students who are interested in public service.

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FUTURE HINCKLEY ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship awards up to $5,000 awarded to students who have completed a Hinckley internship and demonstrate active citizenship.

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JOHN AND ANNE HINCKLEY SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship award(s) up to $2,500 to an entering sophomore or junior with a commitment to public service.

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MATHESON LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

Two $6,000 scholarships awarded to students demonstrating outstanding character and leadership.

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TODD TAYLOR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship award(s) up to $4,500 scholarship awarded to a student with a commitment to public service and a passion for politics.

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PETE SUAZO COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship award(s) up to $1,000 awarded to students with a passion for community service and leadership

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Application deadlines for the 2025-2026 academic year are due March 1, 2025.

For information about how to claim scholarship money on your taxes, click here.

Additional Funding

FEDERAL STUDENT AID

Apply for federal student aid by completing a FAFSA form. Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.

STEP UP

Step Up funding supports U undergraduate students who take unpaid, or significantly underpaid, internships in the nonprofit or government sectors within the state of Utah. Learn more.

UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

Search for additional funding through the U’s scholarship database and access thousands of dollars in additional student aid. Learn more.

HINCKLEY SCHOLARSHIPS

Academic scholarships are offered annually through the Hinckley Institute to students of all majors and academic levels. Learn more.