Additional Scholarships
Additional Funding Opportunities
Students are encouraged to explore outside resources to help pay for college, and additional information can be found on this page. The UD endowments listed are limited to currently enrolled UD students, but student can also explore funding through their states or various scholarship search engines.
| Scholarship | Residency Requirement | Demonstrated Financial Need | Major | Minimum GPA | Grade Level | Submission Deadline | Submission Requirements |
| Donald J. Puglisi Scholarship Award An annual scholarship awarded to a junior finance major who demonstrates overall academic excellence and provides evidence of dedication to community service through leadership and sustained commitment. | Any | No | Finance | 3.25 | Current Junior or Rising Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
| Finance Faculty Junior Scholarship Given to juniors enrolled in good standing in the finance major who demonstrate a combination of outstanding scholarship; professionalism in his/her internships and professional development opportunities; and innovation, creativity, and teamwork in his/her work in the major. | Any | No | Finance | 3.00 | Current Junior or Rising Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
Howard H. & Arlene M. Simon Scholarship Established by Howard H. and Arlene M. Simon to recognize students in the college that demonstrate a commitment to excellence in business and demonstrated commitment to community service. | Any | No | All majors within LCBE | 3.0 | Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
| John F. Puglisi Scholarship Award Established by Dr. Donald J. Puglisi, an MBNA America professor emeritus of business, as a tribute to his father, John F. Puglisi, and awarded to a rising senior in accounting, finance, international business, management, marketing, operations management, sports management, or management information systems who best exhibits commitment to the values of education, athletics (intercollegiate, intramural, or recreational), and community service. | Any | No | Accounting, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Operations Management, Sports Management, Management Information Systems | 3.00 | Rising Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
| Robert L. Schweitzer Memorial Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to a member of the incoming senior class who is matriculated in the Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics and is a resident of the state of Delaware. The recipient must demonstrate involvement in club sports, a commitment to service, and demonstrated financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). | Delaware | Yes | All majors within LCBE | 3.00 | Rising Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
| Rudolph E. & Mabel A. D'Souza Scholarship Award for Excellence Annual scholarship established by Dr. Rudolph E. D'Souza, a professor of finance, and awarded to a rising senior in finance, based on his/her contributions to the Department of Finance. | Any | No | Finance | 3.00 | Rising Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
| Leon & Margaret Slocomb Outstanding Student Recognition Award Established by Mr. and Mrs. Slocomb to recognize students in the Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics who are judged by the selection committee to be hard-working “average” students, and demonstrate qualities of citizenship, creativity, and enterprising character. | Any | No | All majors within LCBE | 2.3 | Rising Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
| Scot Flewelling ’86 Memorial Scholarship Established by Ms. Krista Urbaniak in memory of her brother, B. Scot Flewelling, this scholarship is to be awarded to a rising junior or senior legacy student based on demonstrated financial need that has demonstrated exemplary problem-solving skills and is hardworking. | Any | Yes | All majors within LCBE | 2.8 | Rising Junior or Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
Victor Giardini Award Established to perpetuate the memory of Victor Giardini and the ideals and qualities he exemplified, especially the optimistic spirit he shared with his students and colleagues. The purpose of this fund is to support the undergraduate education of outstanding students at the University of Delaware who are studying Business and Economics who show enthusiasm for learning, encouragement toward their fellow students and the attitude to never give up. | Any | Yes | All majors within LCBE | n/a | Rising Junior or Senior | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) in submission. Apply Here |
| Bertuch, Rhoda Sue & Henri L Scholarship Established by Rhoda Sue and Henri L. Bertuch to recognize students in the Lerner College that demonstrate superior academic merit and have a record of leadership and achievement outside of the classroom. | Any | Yes | All majors within LCBE | 3.00 | Any | May 15 | Completed application, resume, and letter of reference (advisor or faculty) Apply Here |
The application submission deadline for these College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Scholarships is April 15th. If you are selected for one of these awards, you will be notified in late June or early July and the award will be posted for the upcoming academic term.
| Scholarship | Residency Requirement | Demonstrated Financial Need | Major | Minimum GPA | Grade Level | Renewable | Submission Requirements |
| Alpha Gamma Rho Education Endowment Fund Scholarship In honor of Dr. Charles E. Mason, an annual $3,000 scholarship awarded to a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity. Recipients are selected on the basis of significant scholarly achievement and potential as a leader in the agricultural profession. | Any, but must be a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity | No | Any major; please provide in your essay how your program of study will serve agriculture | 2.70 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | No, but may apply in future years | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Charles & Patricia Genuardi Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded based on academic merit to an undergraduate student matriculated in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources in the Department of Applied Economics & Statistics, with a major in food and agribusiness marketing and management. | Any | No | Food & Agribusiness Marketing in the Department of Applied Economics & Statistics | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Dr. B.V. Rao Scholarship Annual $1,000 scholarship awarded to a junior or senior matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources in the Department of Animal & Food Sciences who has a focus in coursework or research in some aspect of poultry production (breeding, disease, management, nutrition, physiology, etc.). | Any | Yes | Animal and Food Sciences with aspirations in poultry field | 2.00 | Rising Junior or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Dr. Richard E. Fowler Scholarship Annual undergraduate scholarship for pre-veterinary medicine and animal biosciences majors based on financial need and academic merit with special consideration given to students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, generosity of spirit, honesty, and ethical behavior. | Preference to out-of-state students | Yes | Preference to Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Animal Biosciences | 3.0 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided recipients maintain eligibility | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Dr. U. Carl Toensmeyer Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to an undergraduate student matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources in the Department of Applied Economics & Statistics with a major in food and agribusiness marketing and management. Recipients must be involved in activities related to CANR. | Preference given to Delaware residents | No | Food & Agribusiness Marketing & Management | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | No, but may apply in future years | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Edward E. & Mildred N. Butler Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to a student matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources in the Department of Plant & Soil Sciences with an interest in plant pathology. | Any | No | Department of Plant & Soil Sciences with an interest in plant pathology | 2.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Elisha M. Rahn Memorial Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to a student matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources | Any | No | Department of Plant & Soil Sciences with an interest in weed and/or vegetable science | 2.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Henry E. Bearman and Steven E. Hastings Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to honor Mr. Bearman's life of service to others and his love of the outdoors to a junior or senior matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources in the Department of Applied Economics & Statistics with priority given to natural resource management or environmental and resource management majors. | Any | No | Priority given to majors in Natural Resource Management or Environmental & Resource Economics | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| J.W. Heuberger Memorial Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to a student matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources with a preference to students with majors in the Department of Plant & Soil Sciences. | Any | No | Preference to majors in the Department of Plant & Soil Sciences | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | No | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Joy Gooden Sparks Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to a student matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources that is a member of 4-H. | Any | Yes | Any major in CANR | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | No | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| Raymond C. Smith Memorial Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to one or more students matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources pursuing a major in the Department of Applied Economics & Statistics, based on financial need and academic merit. | Any | Yes | Any major in CANR | 2.50 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| The Dairy Scholarship Fund Annual scholarship to honor students committed to studying and/or conducting research in the dairy science field. One or more scholarships are awarded to a matriculated undergraduate student in a qualifying major in the Department of Animal & Food Sciences, with preference given to students who have experience with FFA and/or 4-H. | Any | No | Animal & Food Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Animal Biosciences, Food Science | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | No | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| The Delaware Agricultural Crop Protection Industry Scholarship Fund Annual scholarship awarded to one or more students matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources whose majors involve them in production agriculture research in the areas of crop production, plant physiology, weed management, plant pathology, and entomology. Selection is based on area of interest. | Any | No | Majors in the Department of Plant & Soil Science or Insect Ecology & Conservation | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
| The Delaware Pest Control Association / Dale F. Bray Structural Entomology Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to a student matriculated in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources in the Department of Entomology & Wildlife Ecology with a domestic pest control area of interest. | Preference Delaware | Yes | Majors in the Department of Entomology & Wildlife Ecology with a domestic pest control area of interest | 3.00 | Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Please email your completed forms to anr-academics@udel.edu by April 15. If you apply for more than one scholarship, please name each document with your name and the name of the scholarship. |
Applications are not currently open for School of Nursing scholarships.
| Scholarship | Residency Requirement | Demonstrated Financial Need | Major | Minimum GPA | Grade Level | Renewable | Submission Requirements |
| Alfred I. DuPont Nursing Scholars Fund Annual award given in the fall to students enrolled in a doctoral nursing program. | Any | No | Nursing | 3.0 | Doctoral Program | ||
| The Barton B. Rinehart Fellowship Annual fellowship is awarded each fall to a graduate student in the School of Nursing who demonstrates the ability to problem solve in the healthcare setting to promote best practice and individualized patient care. | |||||||
| Dr. Jeanne K. Buxbaum Scholarship Awarded to at least one undergraduate and one graduate nursing student interested in gerontological nursing. | |||||||
| Linda Brinton Harra Scholarship Awarded to a student matriculated in the School of Nursing's Accelerated, RN to BSN/MSN, or MSN program. | Any | No | Nursing | 2.00 | Matriculated in Accelerated, RN to BSN/MSN, or MSN program | Yes, provided criteria have been met | Complete application emailed by May 15 to Zachary Jackson |
| Schultz Scholarship Open to residents of Delaware only, this fund is to provide scholarship support to one or more undergraduate nursing students from Kent County, Delaware enrolled in the School of Nursing at the University of Delaware. |
The University of Delaware reviews scholarships, made possible by its generous alumni or friends in order to provide returning students with opportunities to succeed and pursue academic goals, for new recipients each June.
Applications will reopen and be accepted between mid-April and June 15 next year for those endowments/scholarships that require additional information to determine whether applicants meet the donor requirements.
| Scholarship | Residency Requirement | Demonstrated Financial Need | Major | Minimum GPA | Special Requirement |
| African Violet Scholarship The Scholarship shall be awarded to active members of the Mu Pi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. | Any | Yes | Any | 2.00 | If no eligible member of the sorority is identified, the Scholarship may be offered to any undergraduate student at the University based on demonstrated financial need. |
| Clarice E. Wolf Education Scholarship Awarded based on financial need to undergraduates in the School of Education who are residents of Delaware and have demonstrated volunteer experience working with children in organizations such as, but not limited to, Girls, Inc., UD's Lab Preschool, Early Learning Center, or Center for Disability Studies. | Delaware | Yes | Any in the School of Education | 2.00 | Recipient must demonstrate volunteer experience working with children in organizations such as those listed in the description. |
| Crowe Family Scholarship Special consideration given to undergraduate students matriculated in the Department of Computer & Information Sciences who have been impacted by pediatric cancer. Candidates may be cancer survivors, siblings of someone who has pediatric cancer, or students otherwise deeply impacted by pediatric cancer. In the event that recipient cannot be identified in a given year, the scholarship will be awarded based on financial need to an undergraduate student matriculated in the Department of Computer & Information Sciences. | Any | Yes/No | Computer & Information Sciences | 2.00 | N/A |
| David G. Butler Residence Hall Leadership Scholarship Awarded to a sophomore, junior, or senior who demonstrates leadership in University-recognized and -approved student organizations and significant contributions within residence halls. Candidates must reside in UD residence facilities. | Any | No | Any | 2.00 | Recipient must live in University of Delaware residence facilities. |
| Elmer E. Deaver Foundation Scholarship Awarded to a student related to a former employee of the Quaker Life Insurance Company. Proof of this relationship must be provided with application. | Any | Yes | Any | 3.00 | Recipient must be related to a former employee of the Quaker Life Insurance Company. Submit proof of this relationship with application. |
| Eppig Family Scholarship Awarded to a student transitioning into junior year from the Associate in Arts Program to any bachelor's degree program at the University. | Any | No | Any | 2.00 | Recipient must be a junior transitioning from AAP. |
| Evergreen Scholarship Awarded to a student who maintains some sort of employment to help pay for his/her education. Documentation must be provided with application. | Any | Yes | Any | 3.00 | Recipient must maintain employment to help pay for education. Documentation must be provided with application (e.g., W-2 or most current pay stub). |
| Fine Family Scholarship This award is designated for undergraduate students matriculated in the College of Education and Human Development who have successfully completed the Teachers of Tomorrow Program. The Teachers of Tomorrow Program is designed to support high school students interested in becoming teachers. The program is open to rising 11th and 12th grade Delaware residents. | Delaware | Yes | College of Education and Human Development | 3.00 | Scholarship consideration is given to students who have completed the full two-week Summer Institute. This scholarship is renewable. |
| Gene L. & George T. Singley Jr. '47 Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Awarded to a mechanical engineering student who has ROTC/US military service or a parent/grandparent with ROTC/US military experience. | Any | Yes / No | Mechanical Engineering | 3.00 | Recipient must be a US citizen or permanent resident who has ROTC/US military service or a parent with ROTC/US military service. |
| Gerard J. Frenze Scholarship Awarded to a student who suffered or currently suffers from a serious illness. In the event the University is unable to identify an eligible recipient, the scholarship may be awarded based on financial need. | Any | Yes / No | Any | 2.00 | Awarded to a student who has suffered or is suffering from a serious illness. |
| Gregory R. Baker '83 Scholarship Fund Awarded to an undergraduate student who matriculated to UD after successful completion of an Associate in Arts degree. Recipient must be a graduate from a Sussex County, DE public high school, must exhibit financial need, and must be in good academic standing. | Delaware | Yes | Any | 2.00 | Recipient must have graduated from a Sussex County, DE public high school. |
| Harker Family Scholarship Awarded to an undergraduate student matriculated in either the Lerner College of Business & Economics or the College of Engineering who represents the first generation of his/her immediate family to attend an institution of higher education. | Any | No | Business & Economics or Engineering | 2.00 | Recipient must be the first generation of his/her family to attend college. |
| Jacobsen Scholarship Awarded to an incoming sophomore, junior, or senior who is matriculated in the College of Arts & Sciences with the intent of pursuing a law degree. | Any | No | Any in the College of Arts & Sciences | 2.00 | Recipient must intend to pursue a law degree. |
| Jon Marc Finamore '11 Scholarship Awarded to undergraduate pre-med student with preference for those who plan to attend Sidney Kimmel Medical Collate at Thomas Jefferson University. | Any | Yes | Pre-med | 2.00 | Recipient must intend to pursue a medical degree |
| Kappa Alpha Psi Scholarship Offered in memory of Keith J. Richards '01 | Any | No | Any | 2.00 | This scholarship is available only to active members of KAPPA ALPHA PSI Fraternity. |
| Kappa Delta Rho Scholarship Non-renewable scholarship, awarded to a rising junior who is a member of the Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity. | Any | Yes | Any | 3.00 | Recipient must be an active member of the Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity. |
| Lewis Family Veterans Scholarship Awarded to full-time undergraduate student with financial need who is a military veteran. If no eligible veteran recipient is identified, awarded based on financial need to another full-time undergrad enrolled at UD. | Any | Yes | Any | 2.00 | Financial need and military veteran status |
| Louis J. Capano Sr. Scholarship Awarded to a student with a demonstrated affiliation with a building industry. | Delaware | No | Any | 3.00 | Recipient must demonstrate an affiliation with a building industry. |
| Men's Rugby Club Scholarship in Memory of Stephen McGowan Awarded to a current or incoming freshman who played rugby in high school, is an active participant on the UD men's rugby club team, and has shown a willingness to serve others. | Any | Yes | Any | 2.50 | Recipient must have played rugby in high school, be active on the University of Delaware men's rugby club team, and show a willingness to serve others. |
| Michael Lee Scholarship Awarded to a student who has faced social, economical, and cultural challenges or other life circumstances. | Any | Yes | Any | 2.50 | Recipient must have faced social, economical, and cultural challenges or other life circumstances. |
| Milton L. Draper '22 Student-Alumni Relations Scholarship Awarded to support students who have exhibited outstanding performance in fostering student-alumni interaction and who exemplify Milton Draper's characteristics of leadership and dedication and enthusiasm for the University. | Any | No | Any | 2.00 | |
| Paul and Gloria Fine Family Scholarship This award is designated for undergraduate students matriculated in the College of Education and Human Development who have successfully completed the Teachers of Tomorrow Program. The Teachers of Tomorrow Program is designed to support high school students interested in becoming teachers. The program is open to rising 11th and 12th grade Delaware residents. | Delaware | Yes | College of Education and Human Developement | 3.00 | Scholarship consideration is given to students who have completed the full two-week Summer Institute. This scholarship is not renewable. |
| Pyeritz Family Scholarship Awarded to an incoming freshman demonstrating financial need who is the first to attend college and is majoring in chemistry, biology, or biochemistry. | Any | Yes | Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry | 2.00 | Recipient must be first in family to attend college. |
| Ricky Barbour Memorial Scholarship Named in memory of Richard L. Barbour Jr., an extraordinary young alumnus of UD who was a good son, a good brother, a great friend, a UD wrestler, and a prosecutor with a deep commitment to justice. Scholarship is awarded to rising seniors matriculated in any of the University's undergraduate degree programs who are well-rounded individuals possessing demonstrated interest in pursuing law degrees after completing undergraduate studies, and demonstrating involvement in club sports or extracurricular activities. | Any | No | Any | 2.00 | Recipient must be a well-rounded rising senior demonstrating interest in pursuing a law degree and involvement in club sports or extracurricular activities. |
| Schimmel Memorial Scholarship Awarded to a child of a law enforcement officer (living or deceased) employed in the state of Delaware. This includes law enforcement in any jurisdiction within the state of Delaware. Proof must be provided with application. | Delaware | No | Any | 2.00 | Recipient must include proof of a parent in law enforcement in Delaware with application. |
| Sheetz Family Scholarship Awarded to undergraduates with a preference to first-generation college students. If a recipient is not identified in a given year, any matriculated undergraduate will be awarded based on financial need. | Any | Yes | Any | 2.00 | Preference given to first generation college students. |
| William & Marie Cotty Engineering Scholarship Awarded to a member or former member of the Wilmington Boys' Club or its successor organization who majors in Engineering. Next preference will be given to a member of former member of the Wilmington Boys' Club or its successor majoring in any other discipline. | Wilmington Boys' Club Member | No | Engineering | 2.00 | Recipient must be a member or former member of the Wilmington Boys' Club or its successor organization. |
| Wilmington Trust Endowed Scholarship Awarded to an undergraduate student with the following preference: - First preference to children of past employees of Wilmington Trust Company (WTC), whether retired, deceased, or separated as a function of the buyout, and current employees of WTC (the corporate name will survive for some operating units of the combined banks) or M & T Bank who were previously part of the WTC family. - Second preference to any employee of WTC or M & T Bank working out of local offices of the combined bank entity who were never part of the pre-merger WTC family. - Third preference to children of any employee of M & T Bank as the successor corporation. | Any | Yes | Any | 2.50 | Recipient must have an affiliation with Wilmington Trust Company as outlined in the description. May 15 |
UD's Center for Global Programs and Services has a limited number of funds which it awards to qualified students. Students applying to a study abroad program are automatically considered for these need-based scholarships and are notified of any awards upon being accepted to a study abroad program. More information on study abroad funding may be found on the CGPS website.
External scholarships may be offered by employers, clubs, foundations, community or religious organizations, or other groups. They require students to search and apply for them. Scholarship monies go unclaimed every year, and they can be offered to regular students with regular accomplishments, or unique students with unique interests, or unusual students with unusual abilities. Some tips for applying for these scholarships include:
- Don't ignore smaller scholarships. Smaller scholarships may have smaller applicant pools and these funds can add up.
- Make sure you qualify. Scholarships often have specific requirements for applying, make sure to confirm you meet all criteria prior to applying.
- Be organized. Keep a list of all the scholarships you have or are planning to apply for.
- Start early. Most scholarships will require essay submissions, so give yourself time to complete all requirements for submission.
Additional resources on external scholarships are offered in the tabs below.