OMSFA Scholarship Newsletter: Scholarship Opportunities and Deadlines

From the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards:

Featured Events

• March 12 from 3-5 pm at Odegaard Library
• March 18 from 4-5:30 pm at the Ethnic Cultural Center

Featured OMSFA Opportunity

• UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships | UW Deadline: April 16    

  The UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships are sponsored by the University of Washington alumni classes of 1954, 1957, and 1962 in honor of their 50th class reunions, the UW 50th Reunion Student Assistance Fund, the UW Class of 1955 Endowment Community Service Award, UW Class of 2016, Impact and Diversity Endowed Scholarship and the Alan R. Spence Transfer Student Support Fund. Most scholarships are open to all undergraduate students, all campuses, all years (including graduating seniors), all citizenship statuses (including international students and undocumented students). Award range: $500-$2,000.

Scholarship & Academic Opportunities

Gilman International Scholarship | Deadline: March 5

The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship (Gilman) Program provides scholarships of up to $5,000 with additional supplemental funding available for students studying a critical language (up to $3,000) and/or conducting STEM-related coursework (up to $1,000) while overseas. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must receive a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. 

Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship | Deadline: March 15

PSA-PBK offers up to three undergraduate scholarships of $3,000 each, as well as the Myra Lupton scholarship in the amount of $3,500 for a first-generation college student.  Applicants do not have to be members of Phi Beta Kappa. Undergraduate Scholarship GPA minimum requirement: 3.8. Myra Lupton Scholarship GPA minimum requirement: 3.4.  

Nordic Scholars Leadership Program | Deadline: March 15

The Nordic Scholars Leadership Program is a fully funded, immersive leadership program in the Nordic region for students and recent graduates who want to explore leadership beyond the classroom. This is a fully funded leadership education that will take place in the Nordic Region from September 1-13, 2026.

Going Abroad Scholarship | Deadline: March 15

The Going Abroad Scholarship is open to any citizen and/or resident of the United States (and its territories and possessions) enrolled full-time at an accredited institution of higher learning. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Award amount: $1,500.

Hansen Leadership Institute | Deadline: March 15

HLI provides training in the principles, practices, and psychology of effective, ethical and visionary leadership, as well as training and instruction on Mediation & Conflict Resolution, and International Cooperation.

Obama Foundation Voyager Scholarship for Public Service | Deadline: March 17

• Sign up for an upcoming Voyager Scholarship Info Session

Freeman-Asia Scholarship | Deadline: April 7 

Baldasty & Beam Scholarship for Unpaid Public Sector Internships | Deadline: April 12

Professional Opportunities

Ethnic Cultural Center RSO Student Diversity Event Fund (SDEF)

• More information about the Student Diversity Event Fund for Spring Quarter events

Common Power Action Academy | Deadline: March 15

Action Academy is a paid, national civic leadership program for Gen Z students. The program brings together students across the country to learn from organizers and guest speakers, build community, and engage in civic action while developing the skills and confidence to participate in democracy. The 2026 Action Academy cohort runs June 23-August 28. Participants will receive a $1,000 stipend. 

Seattle Youth Employment Program Paid Internship | Deadline: March 21

Participants are placed in professional and/or structured paid work settings within City departments, local businesses and non-profit agencies to apply their knowledge, gain hands-on experience, develop professional connections, and build their resume. Must be between 16-24 years old, and those from qualifying-income households.

2026 Dempsey Startup Competition | Deadline: April 6

The Dempsey Startup Competition provides a real-world experience for student entrepreneurs, promoting student ideas and new venture creation to the entrepreneurial community. Participating in the Dempsey Startup gives students practice in the dynamics of venture creation by developing an idea, putting together a founding team, writing a business plan, and presenting to investors.