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Top Utah Scholarships
The state symbol of Utah is a beehive, which symbolizes thrift, industry, and hard work. It’s no wonder you’re looking for ways to help fund your higher education! There are a variety of scholarships available to students who reside and attend school in Utah. Continue reading to learn more about the top Utah scholarships!
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Top Utah scholarships
Utah Jiffy Lube “Your Turn Behind the Wheel” Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students between the ages of 15-17 currently attending high school and currently enrolled in a driver’s education program either in the private sector or in Utah’s public high schools
- Amount: $1,500 – $6,500
- Deadline: April 18, 2022
Navajo Tribal Utility Authority Scholarships
- Eligibility: Students entering college or currently in college full-time–both graduate and undergraduate level. Must have a 2.0+ GPA for undergraduate work, or 3.0+ GPA graduate work, and plan to enroll in a field of study related to the multi-service utility industry (e.g. business, management, administration, accounting, engineering [electrical, civil, or environmental], environment, or information technology)
- Amount: $2,000
- Deadline: April 29, 2022
American First Charitable Foundation Scholarships
- Eligibility: Members of American First Credit Union who play an active role in giving back to the community, whether through volunteering or other meaningful contributions of time, effort, and care
- Amount: $1,000
- Deadline: April 30, 2022
Celebrate the West High School Art Competition
- Eligibility: High school-age students in select western states who submit an original two-dimensional art piece informed by their experience living in the West
- Amount: $200 to $1,500
- Deadline: April 30
Jeff Green & Equality Utah LGBTQ Student Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students enrolled full-time in higher education who maintain at least 2.0 GPA. Must participate in the Equality Utah Membership Program while receiving funds, and preference given to LGBTQ students (however, financial need and future career aspirations have greater weight)
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: May 1, 2022
Korean American Scholarship Foundation Western Regional Chapter
- Eligibility: Students of Korean heritage (i.e., have a Korean parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent, or be adopted from Korea) who are full-time students at a school in one of the designated Western region states (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington). Must have a 3.0+ GPA and demonstrate a need for financial assistance
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: June 30, 2022
Geneva Rock Scholarship Essay Contest
- Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in accredited university, college, trade, or vocational schools who are pursuing construction-related careers. Applicants must have earned (or be in the process of earning) a high school diploma or GED
- Amount: $2,000
- Deadline: July 1 and November 15
Utah Promise Scholarship
- Eligibility: Utah students with financial need attending Utah public colleges, universities, and technical colleges
- Amount: The Utah Promise Scholarship will cover up to total tuition and fees for up to two years
- Deadline: Ask your institution for more information
Utah System of Higher Education Opportunity Scholarship
- Eligibility: Utah high school graduates with a 3.3+ GPA who completed 3 advanced courses, (AP, IB, CE) in each of the core areas of high school: math, science, and language arts. Applicants must complete the FAFSA for eligibility. See application website above for Utah institutions who offer this scholarship
- Amount: Awards will be determined based on available funding and the number of qualified applicants
- Opens: November 15, 2022
Utah State Board of Education Career and Technical Education Scholarships
- Eligibility: Utah residents and high school seniors planning to attend one of 14 qualifying Utah technical colleges
- Amount: Varies based on institution; $500 – full tuition
- Opens: November 1, 2022
Additional Utah scholarship resources
School-specific scholarships
Be sure to check out your school’s website for institution-specific scholarships such as University of Utah, Brigham Young University, and Utah State University
Utah System of Higher Education Scholarships
The Utah System of Higher Education highlights additional scholarships for veterans, exchange students, and first-generation students pursuing a career in teaching.
Utah Jump$tart! Coalition
This scholarship competition is designed to recognize students who can demonstrate a solid understanding of financial literacy concepts and are pursuing a post-secondary education either at a university, college, trade school or similar institution of higher learning. Must make an account to see more information about this scholarship.
Utah Child and Family Services Scholarships
The Utah Department of Human Services Child and Family Services offers scholarships for students who have been in foster care.
FAFSA guide
On October 1st of every year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens nationwide. Utah students should complete the FAFSA to be eligible for federal student aid as well as some scholarships.
