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The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university and the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. Through its scholarship system powered by AcademicWorks, UMass Amherst provides various scholarship and grant opportunities to currently enrolled students across multiple schools and colleges, supporting students in fields ranging from health sciences and nutrition to chemistry and the humanities.
Funding Opportunities
Frank and Helen DiGiammarino Scholarship
The Frank and Helen DiGiammarino Scholarship supports Commonwealth Honors College (CHC) students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are participating in summer community service learning or community-engaged research. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students engaged in meaningful community work during the summer months. Students may apply during their freshman, sophomore, or junior year, making it accessible to undergraduates at multiple stages of their academic career. The scholarship aims to encourage and support student involvement in community service and research that benefits local communities.
CHC Conference Travel Grants
The Commonwealth Honors College (CHC) Conference Travel Grants provide funding for CHC students in Good Standing to attend or present at national or international conferences. Students accepted to present at a conference are eligible for up to $750 to fund travel costs including airfare, lodging, ground transportation, food, and conference registration costs. Students wishing to attend a conference relevant to their studies without presenting are eligible for up to $400. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, with students allowed to submit one application per academic year. Recipients must submit receipts for conference travel-related costs that meet or exceed the award amount. Funds are disbursed through the Financial Aid office and received as a refund via Excess Express.
Abraham Bohn Scholarship
The Abraham Bohn Scholarship was established to provide renewable scholarship support to children of veterans with demonstrated financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid. Priority will be given to undergraduate students who are children of veterans receiving benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs program, Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (Chapter 35) or the Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship. Preference will be given to students who are also in Commonwealth Honors College. Should the fund provide sufficient funding to meet the demonstrated financial need of undergraduates receiving Chapter 35 benefits, the pool of potential recipients will be opened to include other undergraduate children of veterans with demonstrated financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid, including those receiving transferred benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33).
Sara's Wish Foundation Scholarship
The Sara's Wish Foundation Scholarship supports UMass students who will be studying abroad. Students apply for scholarships through Global Education one term before they intend to go abroad (for example, apply in fall for spring study abroad). This scholarship has special consideration for applicants studying education, public health, health care, public service, service learning, environmental sustainability or similar humanitarian and civic engagement fields. The award amount varies and students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass study abroad scholarship program.
Parking Services Scholarship for Accessibility
This scholarship is a needs-based scholarship for students who require assistance for the cost of psychoeducational or neuropsychological testing of learning disabilities. Recipients are either undergraduate or graduate UMass Amherst students in good academic standing with financial need as verified by the Financial Aid Office. Applicants must also be a first-time applicant for this scholarship, and also must be able to provide documentation of their need and a quote of the cost for testing (e.g. a signed and dated statement, on letter head, by a qualified neuropsychologist, Ph.D., or Psy.D.). Priority will be given to applicants with the greatest financial need. Awards will vary in amount, depending on the availability of funds and the circumstances of each application (including the financial need of the applicant). It should be noted that award decisions will not be immediate, and funds may not be immediately available. Therefore, applicants are advised to time their requests and schedule their testing accordingly.
Global Education Merit Scholarship
The Global Education Merit Scholarship is a merit-based funding opportunity for UMass Amherst students planning to study abroad. This scholarship is specifically designed for high-achieving students with a GPA of 3.8 or higher who will be participating in education abroad programs. Awards start at $100 per semester and are available for fall, spring, and academic year terms. Students must apply one term before they intend to go abroad; for example, students should apply in the fall for spring study abroad programs. The scholarship aims to support international educational experiences and make study abroad opportunities more accessible to academically excellent students. Applicants are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal. Additional information about application requirements and specific deadlines can be found on the Global Education website.
F.M. Dowd Memorial Scholarship
The F.M. Dowd Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to full-time freshman students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are majoring in mathematics, any of the physical sciences, or any branch of engineering. This scholarship is specifically designated for students who are the children of current, permanent Raytheon employees. The award amount varies and provides financial support to eligible students pursuing STEM degrees at UMass Amherst.
E. Marieb Phoenix Fund: Scholarships for Returning Students
This scholarship award has been made possible by a gift from Dr. Elaine N. Marieb, who wanted to create a scholarship to assist deserving students who have, because of family or financial circumstances, had to interrupt their education. This reflects the donor's own personal history, as she had to leave school for a number of years and was only able to return to her education as the result of a scholarship. Dr. Marieb graduated with a degree, took several graduate degrees including a PhD in Zoology, an RN degree and a Masters degree in nursing, and became a leading biology textbook author. The scholarship is specifically designed for returning students who have had to interrupt their education for three or more years prior to returning or seeking admission to UMass Amherst. Recipients must have completed at least two semesters at an accredited community college, college or university and have achieved a GPA of 3.0 before making application to UMass Amherst. Selection is based on financial need and past academic performance. Recipients must remain full-time students, carrying at least 12 academic hours, and must maintain a 3.0 GPA to continue to be eligible for these scholarships. Recipients must plan to graduate three years or sooner after admission to UMass Amherst. This award represents Dr. Marieb's commitment to helping students overcome obstacles and complete their education.
Class of 1942 Scholarship
The Class of 1942 Scholarship at the University of Massachusetts Amherst supports non-traditional female students who did not attend college previously or are returning to college after an extended absence. The scholarship is specifically designed for women preparing to join the workforce, recognizing that many students face circumstances requiring breaks from their educational pursuits. Financial need is a priority consideration in the selection process, ensuring that the award reaches students who would benefit most from financial assistance. This scholarship honors the legacy of the Class of 1942 while providing meaningful support to women seeking to advance their education and career prospects.
Bradford & Elaine Parker Scholarship
The Bradford & Elaine Parker Scholarship is established to award scholarships annually to students for their senior year at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship specifically supports students who have been accepted at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania upon graduating from UMass Amherst. The scholarship aims to support high-achieving students transitioning from their undergraduate education at UMass Amherst to graduate business education at one of the world's premier business schools. Recipients must be completing their senior year at UMass Amherst and must have secured admission to the Wharton School of Business.
API Full-Ride Scholarship for UMass Amherst Students
The API Full-Ride Scholarship for UMass Amherst Students is open to any student who participates in a UMass-approved API program and meets the eligibility requirements. The scholarship covers the full cost of your API study abroad program plus a flight stipend. Two scholarships are awarded each application cycle and it is available for fall, academic year, spring, and summer terms. UMass students who will be studying abroad are invited to apply for scholarships through Global Education. Apply one term before you intend to go abroad; for example, apply in fall for spring study abroad.
Student Parent Programs - Child Care Subsidy Program
Student Parent Programs awards funding to undergraduate and graduate student parents through the CCAMPIS and SPP Child Care Tuition Assistance Programs to help defray the cost of child care and help students focus on their educational goals. Eligibility for these subsidies is based on need, determined by several factors, including part time/full time status and documented financial need verified through the FAFSA or other documentation for those who are not eligible to complete a FAFSA. To qualify for the child care subsidies, students must be caring for a dependent child at least part-time in their custody, must be actively enrolled in a degree granting program at UMass Amherst as an undergraduate or graduate student on a part-time or full-time basis, and must meet the financial eligibility criteria for program participants similar to Pell grant income eligibility, determined through Financial Aid Services. Child care expenses can include daycare, pre-k, before and after school programs, and summer child care through EEC licensed or nationally accredited providers. Some babysitting, home-based non-EEC licensed care, and other informal child care may also qualify for limited funding. The majority of funds are restricted by the funding source to licensed or accredited providers only. The child care subsidy is awarded to student parents as a reimbursement for documented expenses or directly to the child care provider. Subsidies will be determined based on applicant demonstrated need and may be adjusted based on funds available within the program or a change to applicant's status.
Sokol Internship Fund
The Sokol Award is for SBS students with internships in Federal Agencies or Congressional positions ONLY. The purpose of the Sokol Fund is to provide a $500 stipend per semester for UMass Amherst students with financial need who are participating in a congressional or federal agency internship located in Washington, DC or in statewide or regional location. To be considered, students must confirm their internship site and the organization where they will complete their internship. Students must also upload a copy of the confirmation of their internship from their employer to be considered for this stipend. This award supports students in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) pursuing internships in federal government settings.
SBS Senior Completion Scholarship
The Senior Completion Scholarship is reserved for SBS seniors who have completed 87+ credits and are experiencing financial hardship after exhausting all financial aid/borrowing options. The scholarship serves three primary functions: to pay small outstanding balances that prevent SBS students from graduating or enrolling in final classes; to pay for unexpected summer or winter term courses that are required to graduate; and to help with living expenses such as rent, utilities, and food that are necessary for students to prioritize academics in their final semester. This scholarship is specifically designed to help students overcome financial barriers in their final stages of completing their degree at the University of Massachusetts Amherst's School of Behavioral Sciences.
University+ Scholarship Application
The University+ Scholarship Application provides summer 2026 scholarships from the David A. Cole Scholarship Fund and the Miriam Williford Scholarship Fund. These scholarships are designed to support students enrolled in primarily University+ based programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, meaning students who take the majority of their classes from admission until graduation through the University+ session. The scholarship aims to help students stay on track to completing their program and overcoming challenges and disadvantages. The David A. Cole Scholarship specifically focuses on supporting students pursuing career changes. Applicants must complete the FAFSA or explain why they cannot and indicate if they completed the MASFA instead. The scholarship award amount varies based on individual circumstances and available funding.
Miriam Williford Scholarship
The Miriam Williford Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Miriam Williford, former University of Massachusetts Amherst Associate Provost for Continuing Education and Public Service, to continue her commitment to lifelong learning and non-traditional students. This scholarship is available for students enrolled in primarily University+ based programs who are pursuing degrees or certificates, demonstrate financial need, and are in good academic standing. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship portal.
Summer 26 Unpaid Practicum Scholarship for 4+1 and MPH Students
This scholarship is to support 4+1 students in pursuing an unpaid summer practicum in Summer 2026. The practicum must be related to their career area of interest, major, or life goals. In order to be eligible, students must have a minimum GPA is 2.0 and must have demonstrated financial need. All students welcome to apply. If you are not initially accepted for an award you may re-apply.
Summer 26 Unpaid Internship Scholarship for Rising Sophomores
This scholarship is designed to support rising sophomore students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in pursuing unpaid summer internships during Summer 2026. The internship must be related to the student's career area of interest, major, or life goals. The scholarship provides financial assistance to help students take advantage of valuable unpaid internship opportunities that align with their academic and professional development. The program aims to reduce financial barriers that might prevent students from participating in career-building experiences. All students are welcome to apply, and those not initially accepted may reapply for consideration.
Summer 26 Unpaid Internship Scholarship for Rising Seniors
This scholarship supports rising seniors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in pursuing unpaid summer internships during Summer 2026. The internship must be related to the student's career area of interest, major, or life goals. The program provides financial support to help offset the opportunity cost of accepting an unpaid position that will provide valuable career experience. To be eligible, students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 and demonstrate financial need. All students are welcome to apply, and those not initially accepted may reapply. Applicants must submit an essay describing their internship responsibilities, learning objectives, and how the internship connects to their major and future career goals, along with an unofficial transcript.
Summer 26 Unpaid Internship Scholarship for Rising Juniors
This scholarship is designed to support rising Junior students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in pursuing unpaid summer internships during Summer 2026. The scholarship provides financial support of $2,000 to enable students to take advantage of career-related internship opportunities that would otherwise be financially inaccessible. The internship must be related to the student's career area of interest, major, or life goals. To be eligible for this scholarship, students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 and demonstrate financial need. All students are welcome to apply, and those not initially accepted for an award may reapply. The application requires students to submit an essay describing their internship responsibilities, learning goals, and how the opportunity connects to their major and future career aspirations, along with details about the internship schedule and an unofficial transcript.
Anthony Roux Internship Scholarship
The Anthony Roux Internship Scholarship supports students in the Art History Program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst while they are participating in an internship. These funds may be applied to summer internship opportunities or those offered during the academic year, with preference given to those enrolled in a summer internship. This support is available to those participating in an unpaid internship and may also be used to supplement recipients who have secured a paid internship. The scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers that prevent students from taking valuable internship opportunities in the art history field.
Shep Shepard Award
The Shep Shepard Award was established in honor of Claude L. "Shep" Shepard; his spirit, energy, humanity, wisdom, and his contributions to the development, enhancement and preservation of the department of Legal Studies. One or more juniors or seniors in Legal Studies will receive the award for achievement of academic excellence and contributions to the community. This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate both strong academic performance in Legal Studies and meaningful engagement with their communities.
Paul R. Shuldiner Memorial Scholarship
Created in memory of Paul R. ('Randy') Shuldiner '75 by his family, this scholarship supports legal studies students with an interest in legal research and writing, as demonstrated through an original commentary on an article about civil liberties and civil rights. This scholarship is open to sophomore, junior and senior Legal Studies majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Applicants must submit an original essay addressing legal and policy issues related to citizenship and civil rights.
Legal Studies Excellence
An award made by faculty nomination in Legal Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This award recognizes Legal Studies seniors who have achieved excellence in their field, including outstanding academic achievement, contributions to campus life, and community service, especially in light of resilience in overcoming challenges. Recipients are selected based on their demonstrated academic success in Legal Studies, meaningful contributions to the campus community, and service activities. The award particularly values students who have shown resilience and perseverance in overcoming obstacles during their academic journey.
Coleman Family Fund Scholarship
The Coleman Family Fund Scholarship is made available through the generosity of legal studies alumni Christopher F. Coleman '94 to support legal studies majors who conduct an internship or research assistantship in summer or fall. The scholarship will be awarded to a legal studies major who is in good academic standing and has demonstrated financial need who secures an internship or research assistantship opportunity for summer or fall. Applicants must submit documentation to substantiate their internship or research assignment, a resume, and a cover letter explaining how they would benefit from this opportunity to be considered. Applicants can find information on internship and research assistantship opportunities through the Legal Studies Undergraduate Research Engagement Program, in the Legal Studies Newsletter, on Handshake, on the UMass Internship website, and by meeting with academic advisors and faculty.
WGSS in Action
This award is for a current Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies undergraduate major or minor who was inspired by their studies in WGSS to do projects in the real world. The award can be for a current or planned activist project, job or internship or other activities that promote social justice. Preference is given to students with financial need. This award was established in honor of Karen Lederer who graduated with a WGSS (then Women's Studies) certificate/minor in 1981, and worked as an undergraduate advisor in the department from 1986-2020.
Weiss Memorial Scholarship
The Weiss Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Philip Weiss by his wife, Rachel Weiss. This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior (or, in exceptional cases, junior) majoring or minoring in Judaic Studies who has demonstrated academic excellence. The award recognizes outstanding academic performance in Judaic Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are selected based on their academic record and a written essay submission demonstrating their engagement with the field of Judaic Studies.
UMass Women Into Leadership Internship Scholarship
UMass Women into Leadership (UWiL) is a professional development and leadership training program designed to encourage students from the state's flagship campus to pursue public leadership. Scholarships are available to undergraduate students who are currently in, or have successfully completed, the UWiL program and who are pursuing low-paying or unpaid internships in public service fields. Applicants may submit a scholarship application before an internship is formally secured, and funds will be awarded contingent upon receiving an internship. The program aims to support women students in gaining practical experience in public service careers while removing financial barriers that might prevent them from accepting unpaid or low-paying internship opportunities.
The UMass Journalism Community Storytelling Award
The UMass Journalism Community Storytelling Award is designed to highlight student work that embodies the best traditions of journalism, public relations, and media scholarship in representing diverse voices and communities. The annual winning work will demonstrate intelligent and rigorous reporting, storytelling, and/or scholarship about underrepresented or overlooked individuals, groups, and/or geographies. This competitive award is open to all current UMass Amherst journalism majors. The scope of original student-authored work that can be submitted for consideration to this competitive award is broad. It might include works of journalism published (e.g. textual, visual, audio and/or multimedia stories) in student or professional media, as well as academic papers and essays, published scholarly research, or public relations campaigns. The submitted work must have been produced or published during the calendar year before the application's due date.
The Thomas Family Scholarship
The Thomas Family Scholarship is awarded to a Journalism major who has an unpaid or underpaid internship in the field of emergent media. Elisa Thomas, class of '95, and her family have established this scholarship to encourage students to work in new media—websites, blogs, social media, etc. A committee will choose a recipient based on a new media internship, financial need and academic excellence. The scholarship provides $2,000 to support students pursuing internships in emergent media fields such as social media, digitally native outlets, and immersive media. Applicants must demonstrate how the internship relates to emergent media and how it will help meet their academic and career goals.
The Scott J. Bacherman Internship Awards
Established in memory of Scott Bacherman, this fund provides support for internships for undergraduate students enrolled in majors within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, who have secured internships in media in fields such as, but not limited to, heritage, broadcast, convergent, digital, emerging, and cross platform media as well as those who have secured internships in journalism, sports, entertainment and public relations. Eligible recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. A preference will be given to students with either paid or volunteer experience in campus media, including but is not limited to, WMUA, TV19, Daily Collegian, or the Amherst Wire. This award provides $2,500 in support to help students pursue valuable internship experiences that align with their academic and career goals in media-related fields.
The Rhonda Swan Memorial Scholarship
The Rhonda Swan Memorial Scholarship honors Rhonda Swan, a Journalism major who graduated in 1987 and became the first African American city editor at The Republican in Springfield. She later worked at The News Journal in Delaware and The Palm Beach Post in Florida, garnering numerous awards and recognition during her career as a journalist, including from the New England Associated Press, the News Executive Association, and the National Association of Black Journalists. Her family established this award in her memory. This scholarship is awarded to Journalism majors in good academic standing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Preference is given to students from Springfield, MA, who are underrepresented in the Journalism Department. The scholarship provides $1,000 to support students pursuing their journalism education and career aspirations. Applicants are required to submit an essay describing their aspirations for working in journalism and how they envision their future work will make a positive difference in the world. Students may optionally indicate if they are from Springfield, MA, or if they identify with an educational, cultural, or geographic background that is underrepresented in the Journalism Department.
The Megan S. Daley Scholarship
The Megan S. Daley Scholarship was established in memory of Megan Daley, who graduated from UMass with a degree in Journalism in 2006 and worked as managing editor of SAP Insider Magazine before her death in 2013. She wrote for the Daily Collegian during her time at UMass and was passionate about journalism. This memorial scholarship supports journalism students from Massachusetts who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. The scholarship honors Megan's legacy by supporting the next generation of journalism professionals who aspire to make a positive difference in the world through their work. Recipients are selected based on their journalism major status, Massachusetts residency, minimum 3.3 GPA, demonstrated financial need, and their vision for contributing positively to the field of journalism.
The Lawrence Dana Pinkham Study Abroad Scholarship
The Lawrence Dana Pinkham Study Abroad Scholarship honors Lawrence 'Larry' Pinkham, who served as chair of the Journalism Department from 1976 to 1981 and taught at the University of Massachusetts Amherst until his retirement in 1991. Pinkham also taught in China and India where he helped establish English-language journalism programs at major academic institutions. This scholarship recognizes Pinkham's international work by supporting a Journalism major who is studying abroad. The award provides $1,000 to help offset costs associated with international study experiences that align with the student's academic and career goals in journalism. Eligible students must be Journalism majors at UMass Amherst who plan to study abroad in the next academic year. Applicants must demonstrate how their study abroad plans relate to their field of interest and explain how the international experience will contribute to their academic and professional development in journalism.
The Karen List Award for Excellence in Student Reporting
The Karen List Award for Excellence in Student Reporting is named after longtime journalism professor Karen List. Her devotion to her students, ethical journalism, and excellence in student media spanned generations. This competitive award is open to all current UMass Amherst journalism majors and any published work of journalism may be submitted, including work published in student media and in outlets where a student interned or freelanced. All genres of written, visual, broadcast and multimedia journalism may be considered for the award. Submitted pieces should feature original reporting. The work must have been published during the calendar year before the application's due date. Winning entries will demonstrate the best principles of journalistic practice by exhibiting intelligent and ethical reporting in service of their local community.
The Dandley Internship Awards
Established by UMass alumni Sean (Journalism '85) and Jayne (Nursing '85) Dandley, the Dandley Internship Awards support Journalism majors who have unpaid internships during the upcoming summer or academic year. By giving this generous award, the Dandley Family wishes to signal the critical importance of journalism in democracy: journalism internships deserve funding at a level commensurate with internships in the STEM fields. Sean Dandley, the CEO of DSCI Corporation in Waltham, MA, and Jayne Dandley are also the benefactors of the Dandley Technology Endowment. To be eligible, applicants must be a Journalism major with an unpaid internship during the upcoming summer or academic year, exhibit financial need, and have a minimum 3.0 grade point average. Preference will be given to students participating in UMass ROTC or in the military. Confirmation will be required from the internship supervisor that the internship is unpaid before funds will be dispersed.
Sherwood Family Scholarship
The Sherwood Family Scholarship was established to encourage meritorious students to pursue careers in science in order to ensure America's continuing leadership in innovation and discovery. Rising juniors and seniors in the College of Natural Science with majors in the following departments are eligible: biochemistry and molecular biology; biology; chemistry; microbiology; physics; psychological and brain sciences (neuroscience track); and veterinary and animal sciences. Eligible recipients must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2. However, incoming freshmen demonstrating outstanding performance in the sciences in high school and with a GPA of 3.8 or higher may also be considered. To be considered for this award, applicants must submit a 250-word essay describing how a UMass Amherst education will enable them to contribute to science in the United States. The scholarship will be renewed, without reapplication, as long as selection criteria continue to be met. Preference will be given to U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens, as outlined by the U.S. Department of Education. Dr. Charles Sherwood '72MS, '77PhD and Ms. MaryAnn Sherwood established the scholarship to honor their parents, the opportunities education creates for individuals and society, and the role UMass Amherst has played in their lives.
Sara Lennox Scholarship Fund
The Sara Lennox Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to support STPEC (Social Thought and Political Economy) students in good academic standing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Award decisions are based on reviewing a candidate's previous, current, and future plans for activism and community service. Applicants must be STPEC majors in good academic standing and must have completed or be currently enrolled in STPEC 391H-Core I or STPEC 392H-Core II. The scholarship specifically supports students who wish to use the funds for activist or community service projects, and who have demonstrated application of their STPEC education through campus activities, community service, activism, and/or internships.
Sam Butterfield Daily Collegian Memorial Scholarship
The Sam Butterfield Daily Collegian Memorial Scholarship honors Sam Butterfield, an alumnus of Hampshire College who worked as a tenacious and driven reporter at The Massachusetts Daily Collegian and also wrote articles for the Hingham Journal, the Springfield Republican, and the Los Angeles Times. He believed strongly in challenging oneself, trusting your gut, and not being afraid to take risks if it meant telling the truth about the world and the communities that journalists serve. This scholarship supports a student in any major who has worked at or is currently working at The Collegian and who possesses outstanding journalistic skills and ethics as well as a passion for news reporting. The scholarship provides $1,200 to support the student's education and continued work in journalism. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need. Applicants must demonstrate their work and tenure at the Daily Collegian, describe their accomplishments and future goals at the publication, and show how they have demonstrated outstanding journalistic skills, ethical judgment, and a passion for news reporting. The scholarship encourages students to continue their commitment to truth-telling and serving their communities through journalism.
Robert W. Burrell Memorial Scholarship in Entomology
The Robert W. Burrell Memorial Scholarship in Entomology supports undergraduates studying entomology in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The recipients shall be rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors who demonstrate financial need and academic ability (demonstrated by a GPA of 3.0 or above in the most recent marking period). Preference shall be given to students interested in biological control or entomology research. This scholarship provides financial support to help students pursue their studies in entomology and related fields.
Robert Todd McGorum and Hazel McGorum Falk Scholarship (for Horticulture)
The Robert Todd McGorum and Hazel McGorum Falk Scholarship is awarded to one or more students majoring in horticulture or landscape architecture. The scholarship was established by a bequest from Hazel Falk who wanted to honor her father's love of horticulture. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system.
Robert Crowley Memorial Prize for Excellence in Collegian Column Writing
The Robert Crowley Memorial Prize for Excellence in Collegian Column Writing honors the memory of Robert Crowley, a Journalism major and Collegian columnist who graduated from UMass in 1982. Crowley wrote columns for the New Bedford Standard Times until his death in an automobile accident. This memorial prize recognizes outstanding column writing published in the Massachusetts Daily Collegian. The award is open to published Collegian columnists who are enrolled in a degree program at UMass Amherst. Applicants must submit one column that was published under the Opinion section of the Massachusetts Daily Collegian during the current academic year. Previous winners of this prize are not eligible to apply again. A committee of Journalism faculty evaluates submissions and selects the winner based on three key criteria: quality of writing, originality, and effectiveness. The prize provides a monetary award of $550 to recognize excellence in student journalism and opinion writing at UMass Amherst.
Recognition Award
The Recognition Award is offered by the University of Massachusetts Amherst to recognize outstanding contribution to the Art History Department and engagement with the field of Art History. This award honors students who demonstrate exceptional involvement and commitment to the department and the broader field of art history. Selection is based on student engagement with the department and with the field in general. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship platform.
Porter L. Newton Educational Fund
The Porter L. Newton Educational Fund, established by a bequest in 1926, provides scholarships to worthy and deserving students who may tend to improve the general agricultural situation in Massachusetts. Students should be studying agricultural fields. Preference will be given to United States citizens from Middlesex County. The scholarship is available for students pursuing degrees in both the two-year and four-year programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award amount varies based on available funding.
Penny Remsen Design and Technology Theater Internship Fund
The Penny Remsen Design and Technology Theater Internship Fund offers financial support to UMass Theater students pursuing internships in theater design and technology. This fund is designed to help students gain practical experience in their field through professional internships. Both undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in theater programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst can apply for support from this fund with proof of an internship offer. Awards are specific to student needs and may cover various internship-related expenses. Final award decisions are made by a departmental awards committee in consultation with the Chair and Theater faculty and staff.
Otto Degener Scholarship
The Otto Degener Scholarship was established by the late Don H. Smith '34 in honor of Dr. Degener, the botanist on staff at the university. The scholarship provides support for one or more students in one of the life sciences on the Amherst campus, with preference for students of botany or biology. Recipients must have demonstrated financial need and academic excellence. Applicants are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst Scholarships platform.
Opportunity Scholars Study Abroad Scholarship (Spring)
This scholarship supports Opportunity Scholars who will be studying abroad in a program approved by the International Programs Office at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Eligible recipients must be currently enrolled in or have taken the Opportunity Scholars First Year Seminar or Opportunity Scholars Practicum. Awards are to be used for the next semester of study abroad. Recipients are required to submit a final report after the study abroad is completed for use by UMass Foundations for stewardship purposes. The scholarship aims to support students in achieving their personal and professional goals through international study experiences.
Non-Traditional Scholars Opportunity Fund
The Non-Traditional Scholars Opportunity Fund provides support to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. This scholarship targets non-traditional students who meet one of the following criteria: (1) transfer students, (2) students who are of a non-traditional age to be entering college, (3) students with a dependent other than a spouse, or (4) veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. The fund was established by Mathematics and Statistics alumnus Matthew Ciaschini '94 to help support diverse pathways to higher education in the natural sciences. Students are automatically considered for this award based on completion of the General Application, making it accessible to eligible students without requiring separate application materials. The scholarship amount varies based on available funding and individual need.
New York Farmers Scholarship
The New York Farmers Scholarship is awarded to students in the College of Natural Sciences who are studying in the fields of agriculture or food science, with an interest in the environment, and who participate in extracurricular activities. Awards are made based on scholastic achievement and financial need. Students in both the two-year and four-year degree programs are eligible. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
New England Farm and Garden Association Scholarship
The New England Farm and Garden Association Scholarship was established with funding when the association disbanded. The association was a women's organization founded in 1918 and dedicated to the advancement of education and the conservation of the New England environment. The CNS scholarship is awarded to full-time rising sophomore, junior, or senior students in the College of Natural Sciences who are studying in the fields of agriculture, the environment, or sustainability, who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and who have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Preference will be given to students with a strong track record of extracurricular activities that demonstrates commitment to the environment and our natural surroundings. The scholarship may be renewed but students must reapply.
Nauset Garden Club Award
The Nauset Garden Club Award supports a rising sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in the College of Natural Sciences or the Stockbridge School of Agriculture whose major is related to creating sustainable landscapes, practicing sustainable agriculture, and conserving our natural resources. This scholarship is specifically designed for students who are residents of Cape Cod or the Islands and maintain academic excellence with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above. The award amount varies and students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship portal.
Milt Cole Memorial Scholarship
The Milt Cole Memorial Scholarship provides scholarship support to a student majoring in journalism who has secured, but not necessarily completed, an internship on the writing staff of a newspaper. Upon completion of the internship, disbursement of the scholarship will be made. Qualified students will have a GPA of 3.0 or above and will be in their junior year. Financial need of applicants will be a consideration. Priority will be given to students interested in pursuing a career in newspaper journalism. Milt Cole was a sports writer and editor for The Daily Hampshire Gazette from 1969 to 1993. He died at age 69 and his friends and family set up this memorial to him. Milt's great passions were the Boston Red Sox and the UMass men's basketball team. His colleagues remember him as a generous mentor who offered encouragement and advice to young reporters and editors and who believed in the importance of community journalism.
Middle Eastern Studies Scholarship
The Middle Eastern Studies Senior Award honors a graduating Middle Eastern Studies major whose overall academic record and specific achievements show the most intellectual promise in the area of understanding the Middle East. This scholarship is awarded to students demonstrating exceptional academic performance and achievements in Middle Eastern Studies. Applicants must submit a writing sample and transcript to be considered for this award. The scholarship recognizes graduating seniors who have shown outstanding intellectual promise and commitment to understanding the Middle East region through their coursework and academic work.
Michael S. Roif Award in Film Studies (Spring)
Established in memory of Michael S. Roif '83 MBA to provide financial assistance to one or more students enrolled in the certificate program in the Interdepartmental Program in Film Studies who has demonstrated excellence and creativity in their work. This award is by faculty nomination only and recognizes students who have completed a film, video, moving image, media or a written project in a UMass film studies course within the past three semesters. Nominees must be undergraduate Film Studies Certificate students or students in the Film Studies concentration. The award provides varying amounts of financial support to outstanding film studies students.
Maureen Tracy Venti Memorial Study Abroad Scholarship (Spring)
The Maureen Tracy Venti Memorial Study Abroad Scholarship provides financial support to students in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who will be studying abroad. The scholarship is designed to assist students with demonstrated financial need and strong academic performance. The fund was established by Mr. Edward G. Venti with the intent to award two scholarships of $5,000 each year. Eligible recipients must have financial need as determined by UMass Amherst and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8. Students are automatically considered for this opportunity based on their completed General Application and should apply to the HFA Study Abroad Scholarship.
Maureen Tracy Venti Memorial Internship Fund
The Maureen Tracy Venti Memorial Internship Fund provides scholarship support to students in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who will be participating in internships. The fund was established by Mr. Edward G. Venti to support students gaining practical work experience through internships. Eligible recipients must demonstrate financial need as determined by UMass Amherst and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8. The scholarship is specifically designed to reduce financial barriers for humanities and fine arts students seeking internship opportunities, which are often unpaid or low-paid but provide valuable professional development. The donor's intention is to award two scholarships of $2,500 each year. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application and should apply through the HFA Summer Internship Scholarship application process.
Martin G. Fonseca Endowment
The Martin G. Fonseca Endowment is a scholarship program that provides financial support for students pursuing studies in the life sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This endowment-funded scholarship is designed to assist life sciences students with their educational expenses. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship upon completion of the General Application through the university's scholarship platform, making the application process streamlined and accessible for eligible students in the life sciences field.
Luise Bronner Scholarship for CNS
The Luise Bronner Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in a science in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship provides financial support to students pursuing scientific studies within the College of Natural Sciences. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
Louis Greenbaum History Honors Research Award
The Louis Greenbaum History Honors Research Award is established to support rising seniors enrolled as majors in the Department of History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are writing an Honors Thesis. This award provides financial assistance to help students conduct their thesis research effectively. The fund may be used for various expenses including, but not limited to, travel to a research collection, the acquisition of research materials by the University Libraries, or expenses related to conducting and transcribing oral history interviews. The award supports students in conducting high-quality historical research and helps eliminate financial barriers to accessing necessary resources for their honors thesis work.
Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award
The Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award is established to make an annual award to a Bachelor's Degree with Individual Concentration Program (BDIC) junior or senior whose chosen interdisciplinary course of study reflects a breadth of interests and takes a creative approach in achieving its focus. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate exceptional thinking in the humanities or political science. Selection will be based on merit and at the discretion of the Program Director in consultation with BDIC faculty. This award recognizes students who pursue interdisciplinary approaches and demonstrate creativity in their academic work within the BDIC program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Lee Cole Emerson Scholarship in Cosmology, Astronomy, and Physics
The Lee Cole Emerson Scholarship supports rising juniors, rising seniors, or graduate students in the Departments of Astronomy or Physics in the College of the Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is designed to assist students with financial need and provide resources to continue their educational pursuits. Preference is given to socioeconomically disadvantaged students, who are disproportionately impacted by the lack of resources. Additional preference is given to students who are members of the UMass Amherst Association of Women in Science, which is open to all students regardless of gender identity.
Joya Chakrabarty Memorial Scholarship
The Joya Chakrabarty Memorial Scholarship was established by Dr. Arup De '95 in honor of his beloved aunt, who was a teacher. The scholarship supports a deserving CNS rising sophomore with high merit and financial need. Recipients are selected based on demonstrated academic merit and financial need, and students are automatically considered through the completion of the General Application at UMass Amherst.
Journalism Award for Summer Internship
The Journalism Award for Summer Internship provides one $2,000 award to support Journalism majors with an unpaid or underpaid internship during the upcoming summer. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need as determined by the financial aid office and maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average. This award is designed to enable students to pursue valuable internship experiences that might otherwise be financially inaccessible, helping them gain practical experience in journalism while meeting their academic and career goals.
John H. Bracey Fellowship Fund
The John H. Bracey Fellowship provides summer fellowship support for doctoral students in the W.E.B. Du Bois Department of Afro-American Studies who have achieved candidacy and are engaged in research and writing their dissertation. The fellowship is meant to enable students to make significant progress at either the early stage of research or the final stage of completing their dissertation. This fellowship is specifically designed to support advanced doctoral candidates in Afro-American Studies during the critical phases of dissertation research and writing, allowing them to focus on their scholarly work during the summer months.
Joanne V. Mei and David M. Collard Scholarship Endowment Fund
The Joanne V. Mei and David M. Collard Scholarship Endowment Fund provides scholarship support to undergraduate students in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is specifically designed for students with high financial need as determined by the University. Preference is given to students who are actively conducting research under the supervision of a College of Natural Sciences faculty member. This award supports undergraduate students pursuing scientific research and academic excellence while addressing financial barriers to education.
Janet and Paul Belval Scholarship
The Janet and Paul Belval Scholarship was established by CNS alumna Jane Harver Belval '84 and her husband, Paul N. Belval '84, an SBS alumnus. The scholarship is awarded to one or more students majoring in the sciences who want to teach grades K-12 and have demonstrated financial need. This scholarship supports students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are pursuing careers in K-12 science education. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Jane A. Bernstein Prize for Exceptional Musicological Research
With the support of the Kinney Center for Interdisciplinary Renaissance Studies at UMass Amherst, this Prize is awarded to the best undergraduate or graduate research project on a musicological topic concerning pre-modern musical traditions (i.e., any music, musician, or musical tradition before about 1800) or their receptions up to the present day. The research project must have originated from either courses taught by, or theses advised by, a member of the music history area of the Department of Music & Dance in the current or prior two semesters. The prize is named after Jane A. Bernstein, Austin Fletcher Professor of Music Emerita at Tufts University, who earned a M.M. Music History (1968) at UMass Amherst. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and former President and now Honorary Member of the American Musicological Society. Jane's important scholarship on Renaissance music has been recognized with the Otto Kinkeldey Award for her book Music Printing in Renaissance Venice: The Scotto Press (1539-1572) (1998), and her edited volume Women's Voices across Musical Worlds (2003) was named a finalist for the Pauline Alderman Award.
J.D.W. French Fund
The J.D.W. French Fund, established by the Bay State Agricultural Society, provides scholarships and awards for students studying dairying and its allied fields, as well as forestry. This scholarship opportunity is administered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst and supports students pursuing education in agricultural sciences with a focus on dairy science and forestry programs. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
iCons Scholarship
The iCons Scholarship is established to support students enrolled in the iCons Program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students who demonstrate financial need as determined by the UMass Amherst Office of Financial Aid. The iCons Program focuses on interdisciplinary learning, providing students with opportunities to work in interdisciplinary teams on real-world problems. The program aims to train students in articulating scientific arguments to both scientists and non-scientists, enhancing their scientific communication skills. This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing this unique interdisciplinary educational experience while addressing financial barriers to their education.
HFA Summer Internship Scholarship
The HFA Summer Internship Scholarship helps students participate in valuable summer internship experiences that have great potential but offer little to no compensation. This competitive program supports students pursuing high-quality internships that are likely to further their academic and professional goals or career exploration. Students do not need to have an internship offer in-hand to apply but must have submitted applications for the internship(s) they are seeking. The majority of time at the internship site should be spent on activities that enhance learning and provide substantive experience. The position must be designed so students receive ongoing feedback and guidance from their internship supervisor. Applications are evaluated based on a clear and compelling statement describing the relationship between professional goals or career exploration and the internship experience. Preference is given to unpaid internships. Prior to funding release, an official letter of offer with internship description, start and end dates, expected total hours, and supervisor contact information is required. Recipients must attend a meeting with the HFA Internship advisor and submit a final report after completion for stewardship purposes by the College of Humanities and Fine Arts and the UMass Amherst Foundation.
HFA Study Abroad Scholarship (Spring)
The HFA Study Abroad Scholarship was established to support students in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at UMass Amherst who will be studying abroad. Study abroad programs must be approved by the International Program Office. Eligible recipients will have financial need as determined by UMass Amherst and a minimum GPA of 2.8. Preference will be given to students who have not yet had the opportunity to study abroad. This award requires a final report after the study abroad is completed to be used by UMass Foundations for stewardships.
HFA Dean's Undergraduate Scholarship and Research Fund
This scholarship supports an undergraduate HFA student engaging in innovative humanistic research or creative inquiry during the summer. The purpose of this scholarship is to connect students and faculty in a relationship of mutual mentorship, advance students' knowledge and skills in their disciplines, and provide opportunities that will benefit students' future careers. Students are required to submit a one-page proposal outlining their project to take place over 4-6 weeks, identify expected outcomes, and explain how they will use the stipend. A faculty member must agree to support the research experience. Recipients are required to write a half-page reflection paper about their research or creative inquiry experience by September 2026.
Henry H. and Sylvia Richardson Scholarship
The Henry H. and Sylvia Richardson Scholarship is awarded to one or more undergraduate students studying entomology at UMass Amherst on the basis of financial need. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better and provide two letters of recommendation from faculty. Preference will be given to U.S. citizens. This scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing studies in the field of entomology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Henry B. Peirson Endowment Fund
The Henry B. Peirson Endowment Fund supports a scholarship for at least one student with need who is studying forest and shade tree insects. This need-based scholarship is offered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is designed to support students engaged in coursework or research focused on insects, particularly those that affect forest and shade trees. Applicants are expected to demonstrate their experience with insect-related studies through either coursework or research activities in this specialized field of study.
George H. and Lillian Millman Scholarship in Science
The George H. and Lillian Millman Scholarship in Science is awarded to undergraduate students majoring in physics (first preference), or astronomy, biochemistry and molecular biology, biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics and statistics, or microbiology. The selection of scholarship award recipients will be based on financial need. George H. Millman '47, a World War II veteran who had a long career in the field of ionospheric radio physics, established the fund in 2011. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system.
French and Italian Fund for Academic Excellence (Spring)
The French and Italian Fund for Excellence provides study abroad scholarship support to full-time undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is specifically designed to support students pursuing French or Italian language studies who wish to study abroad. Eligible recipients must have completed a minimum of 24 residential credits at UMass Amherst and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. The scholarship targets students who have declared a primary or secondary major in French or Italian, with the requirement that their native or primary language must be something other than French or Italian. This ensures the scholarship supports students actively learning these languages rather than native speakers. Students interested in this opportunity must complete the HFA Study Abroad Application to be considered for the award.
Frederic Gilbert Bauer Fund (Oxford Summer Seminar)
The Frederic Gilbert Bauer Fund supports students accepted to the UMass Oxford Summer Seminar at Oxford University. Every year the History Department and the Frederic Gilbert Bauer Endowment fund several scholarships to students participating in this program. The scholarship provides financial support to help cover costs associated with attending the Oxford Summer Seminar. Students must apply to the Oxford Summer Seminar and submit an application to this fund to be considered for financial support.
Fred Farwell Family Memorial Scholarship
The Fred Farwell Family Memorial Scholarship is awarded to one or more students in the College of Natural Sciences who have above-average scholastic ability and who are majoring in agriculture, agricultural science, or natural resources, with preference given to those majoring in horticulture. Preference is also given to students involved in university athletics and other activities and those working either at the university or during the summer months to earn part of their college expenses. Recipients must have demonstrated financial need. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship portal.
Frank H. Plumb 1892 Student Aid Fund
The Frank H. Plumb 1892 Student Aid Fund provides support to worthy students majoring in an agricultural field. Students in both two-year and four-year degree programs are eligible. Mr. Plumb established the Fund out of gratitude for the aid and encouragement he received from the faculty, fraternity, and president of the Massachusetts Agricultural College while he was a student. This scholarship is available to undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are pursuing agricultural studies. Applicants are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Eleanor W. Bateman '23 Family Scholarship
The Eleanor W. Bateman '23 Family Scholarship was established by Carlton Bates, Class of 1908, to support deserving students in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship provides financial assistance to help students pursue their education in the natural sciences. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform, making the application process streamlined and accessible for eligible students.
Edward P. Bassett Family Scholarship for Public Service Journalism
The Edward P. Bassett Family Scholarship for Public Service Journalism honors Edward P. Bassett, a leading American journalism educator who led programs at five universities including Northwestern University and the University of Southern California, and directed newspaper organizations such as the Gannett chain. Throughout his four-decade career, Ed was also a reporter and editor at the Louisville Courier-Journal, Providence Journal, and Statesman Journal. One of his daughters and her husband, both UMass Amherst and Massachusetts Daily Collegian alumni, established this award in Ed's honor to support the education of students with a demonstrated interest in public service journalism. This includes forms such as analytical journalism, accountability journalism, data-driven journalism, investigative journalism, and similar forms of journalism that serve the public good. Eligible students must be in good academic standing and have a demonstrated interest in public service journalism. Preference is given to journalism majors and students who demonstrate financial need. Students with financial need are especially encouraged to apply, and previous scholarship recipients are welcome to reapply.
DesignBuild Summer Session Scholarship
This scholarship provides students with funds to defray the costs to attend the summer session of the UMass DesignBuild program. The program is a hands-on, 2-semester experience where students design and build affordable, net-zero accessory dwelling units for low-income residents in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The scholarship supports students pursuing this unique experiential learning opportunity that combines architecture, sustainable design, and community service.
Department of History Summer Internship Award
The Department of History Summer Internship Award is established to assist outstanding History majors who are pursuing summer internships. All applications from History majors undertaking summer internships with appropriate organizations are welcome, but preference is given to students with unpaid internships. A strong academic record and some indication that the internship will include pre-professional training are positives for the application. This award supports students gaining practical experience in history-related fields during the summer months. The internship should involve preparation of a tangible product, acquisition of a new marketable skill, or other forms of pre-professional training. Recipients are expected to write a three to five-page report on their internship experience for the Department upon completion.
Dempsey Opportunity Fund for BDIC
The Dempsey Opportunity Fund for BDIC supports students enrolled in the Bachelor's Degree with Individual Concentration (BDIC) program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are pursuing internships in their area of concentration. This scholarship provides financial assistance ranging from $750 to $1,000 to help students gain practical experience through internships related to their individualized studies. Students may apply during the spring semester of their freshman, sophomore, or junior year. The scholarship is designed to reduce financial barriers and enable BDIC students to take advantage of valuable internship opportunities that align with their unique academic concentrations.
David F. Grose Travel Fellowships
The David F. Grose Travel Fellowships are awarded annually to undergraduate students of Classics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The fellowship is designed to help defray the cost of summer travel and study related to classical antiquity. Applicants must submit a proposal describing the activity they wish to fund, provide a budget, and explain how the travel experience will advance their larger scholarly or academic aims. The fellowship supports experiential learning opportunities that deepen students' understanding of classical antiquity through direct engagement with relevant sites, cultures, and research opportunities.
Darwin Research Award Presented by Dr. Irwin Martin
The Darwin Research Award is an annual research award within the Organismic and Evolutionary Biology Program (OEB) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This award supports a postdoctoral researcher or senior graduate student who demonstrates excellence in mentorship. The recipient is selected based on their peer mentoring efforts as well as the feasibility and impact of their proposed research in the realm of organismal, ecology and/or evolutionary biology. The award recognizes both research excellence and commitment to mentoring the next generation of scientists in the biological sciences.
Dan Smith Visual Journalism Scholarship Established by Heidi Berenson
The Dan Smith Visual Journalism Scholarship honors Daniel R. Smith (1955-2025), an award-winning professional photographer and publications consultant who served as Photo Editor of the Massachusetts Daily Collegian and Editor-In-Chief of the UMass Index Yearbook. Launched by his partner Heidi Berenson ('79), this scholarship supports students passionate about visual journalism across all formats, including digital, video, print, television, short documentaries, and various broadcast formats (telecasts, webcasts, etc.). Journalism majors are eligible for this award, as well as non-majors who produce visual journalism at the Collegian or other UMass campus media outlets such as WMUA, UVC-TV19, and the Amherst Wire. The scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate creativity and excellence in visual storytelling, following in Dan Smith's legacy of innovation and kindness in the field of visual journalism. Students with financial need are especially encouraged to apply, though financial need is a preference rather than a requirement. The award provides $1,500 to support students pursuing careers in visual journalism and storytelling.
CNS Pay It Forward Scholarship
The CNS Pay It Forward Scholarship provides financial support to rising juniors with demonstrated financial need who are pursuing STEM majors in the College of Natural Sciences at UMass Amherst. The scholarship was established to support students in STEM fields, with preference given to residents of Springfield, Massachusetts. Additional preference is given to members of the Association of Women in Science, which is open to all students. This scholarship aims to help students overcome financial barriers while pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines within the College of Natural Sciences.
Charles Mark Scholarship for the Study of Foreign Language (Spring)
The Charles Mark Scholarship supports undergraduate and graduate students studying languages through the Five Colleges Center for World Languages. The scholarship encourages students to study any language offered by the Five College Center for World Languages in the country where it is spoken, providing financial assistance for language immersion experiences abroad. The award may also be used by students wishing to teach English and are interested in improving their proficiency. Recipients are required to submit a final report after the study abroad is completed, which will be used by UMass Foundations for stewardship purposes. Communication regarding report submission will be sent via email to award recipients.
C.D. Youngren Scholarship
The C.D. Youngren Scholarship was established by Clare (Youngren) Whaley '38 to support outstanding undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is awarded to a rising senior who is engaged in a research opportunity during the summer of their junior year and continuing through their senior year. The scholarship recognizes exceptional students in natural sciences and mathematics, with a preference given to those majoring in one of seven specific areas: biology, biochemistry, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics and statistics, physics, or astronomy. Recipients must demonstrate engagement in sustained research work spanning from the summer following their junior year through their senior year.
Ascension Farm School Fund
The Ascension Farm School Fund was established in 1951 and provides an award for education and training in agriculture to residents of Western Massachusetts. This scholarship supports students pursuing agricultural education and training programs. Applicants are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship portal.
Arvo "Pop" Aho Memorial Scholarship
The Arvo "Pop" Aho Memorial Scholarship was established in recognition of a long-time, loyal employee to provide a scholarship to a student who demonstrates a serious interest in the broad field of production (animal and plant) agriculture. Preference will be given to a student from the north-central part of Massachusetts and the award will be based on 50% financial need and 50% academic achievement. The student must be active in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture AS or the College of Natural Sciences BS degree programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Art History Summer Enrichment Grant
The Art History Summer Enrichment Grant is designed to help support students pursuing internships in the field of Art History during the summer. This grant aims to provide financial assistance to students engaging in practical learning experiences that complement their academic studies in art history. The program encourages students to gain hands-on experience in the field through internships at museums, galleries, cultural institutions, or other relevant organizations. Applicants are expected to demonstrate how the internship relates to their study of history and their future career aspirations in the field.
Anne Mochon Internship
The Anne Mochon Internship was established in honor of Anne Mochon, Professor of Modern Art, to provide financial support to a graduate student or a recent MA graduate of the Art History Program while they are working in an internship. Current students enrolled in the MA program may apply for the internship support. Recent MA graduates are also eligible to apply during the nine months immediately following the receipt of their degree. These funds may be applied to summer internship opportunities or those offered during the academic year, with preference given to those enrolled in a summer internship. This support is available to those participating in an unpaid internship and may also be used to supplement recipients who have secured a paid internship.
Albert Wadsworth Meserve and Helen Clark Meserve Memorial Trust Fund
The Albert Wadsworth Meserve and Helen Clark Meserve Memorial Trust Fund provides scholarships to worthy degree-seeking students in the study of horticulture, arboriculture, forestry, or other studies connected with ecology, conservation, and tree care. The scholarship was established by a bequest from Albert W. Meserve, class of 1920. This scholarship opportunity is administered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is awarded to students who demonstrate merit and commitment to these fields of study. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform.
Elaine E. Nord Internship Fund for Creative Communications
This internship funding opportunity is made available through the generous donation of Elaine E. Nord '81, a UMass Amherst alumna who majored in Communication. The award was established to support an internship in a mass-communications field, with preference given to a student whose work focuses on the use of technology to create media content, documentary or other forms of video production, or the field of photography. The goal of this internship will be to develop necessary skills, experiences, and networking opportunities for undergraduates in the Department of Communication. Candidates must be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
Tracey Lee Maker Memorial Scholarship
The Tracey Lee Maker Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a full-time Political Science major at the University of Massachusetts Amherst on the basis of demonstrated financial need and outstanding academic achievement. Recipients are normally selected during their Sophomore or Junior years, making scholarship funds available the following year. This scholarship was founded in memory of UMass Amherst student Tracey Lee Maker, who enrolled at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the fall of 1981. As a student, Tracey's first introduction to political science was through the introductory course, World Politics. She later pursued academic interests relating to international relations, political theory, and civil liberties. She was a sister in the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. Tracey died in 1988 before completing her bachelor's degree and this scholarship was established by her family in her honor. The scholarship provides $600 annually to support Political Science students demonstrating both financial need and academic excellence.
The Hohenberger Family Scholarship
The Paul and Lynn Hohenberger Scholarship was established by Paul ('87) and Lynn Hohenberger to support Political Science or Legal Studies majors with connections to Holyoke, MA. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and be eligible for university financial aid. Preference is given to students who reside in or were born in Holyoke, but students who have interned or volunteered in the city, currently work there, or have demonstrated an interest in the city in some other way are encouraged to apply and explain their connection to the city in their essay. This scholarship provides $1,000 in support to eligible students pursuing their studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Sheldon Goldman Scholarship
The Sheldon Goldman Scholarship was established to honor Professor Goldman for his nearly 50 years of teaching, service and research in the Department of Political Science and to celebrate his promotion to Distinguished Professor. It is designed to provide assistance to a Political Science or Legal Studies junior or senior who has demonstrated excellence in Public Law and Judicial Politics. The recipient must have a GPA of at least 3.5. This scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are pursuing studies in political science or legal studies with a focus on public law and judicial politics.
Sheldon E. and Joan S. Smith Scholarship for Public Service
The Sheldon E. and Joan S. Smith Scholarship for Public Service was established by Grant '81 and Melissa (Smith) '80, '85 MPA Peacor to provide assistance to deserving junior or senior year students majoring in political science who are interested in pursuing a career in public service at the federal, state, or local level. The scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate both academic excellence and commitment to community service. Recipients must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0, and preference is given to students with active involvement in volunteer work at the University or in their community, particularly those with interests in public policy. This scholarship supports students who are dedicated to making a difference through public service careers in government at any level.
Robert G. Wilson III Study Abroad Scholarship
The Robert G. Wilson III Study Abroad Scholarship supports undergraduate Political Science majors who have been accepted into a study abroad program for the upcoming fall, spring, or summer semester. The scholarship provides $2,000 to assist with study abroad expenses. Students of all class years are eligible to apply with no GPA requirement. Priority consideration is given to students who have completed at least 5 Political Science courses. All study abroad programs must be approved by the International Program Office at UMass Amherst.
Luther Allen Scholarship
The Luther A. Allen Scholarship is named in honor of Political Science Emeritus Professor Luther A. Allen, who taught at UMass from 1952 until his retirement in 1985. It supports undergraduate students in good academic standing with demonstrated interests in international relations and Francophile studies, including French-speaking nations and/or provinces. The scholarship provides financial support ranging from $500 to $1,000 to eligible undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Applicants must demonstrate their interest and engagement in international relations and/or Francophile studies through academic, scholarly, or experiential work. This scholarship honors Professor Allen's legacy and commitment to these fields of study.
John W. Lederle Endowed Student Internship Fund in Public and Non-Profit Service Scholarship
Established by Angie K. Lederle in the name of her husband, John W. Lederle, former President of University of Massachusetts (1960-1970), this scholarship provides financial aid for selected undergraduate or graduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who would benefit from practical internship experience with local, state, and national government or non-profit agencies. First generation college students, socioeconomically disadvantaged students, and students with documented financial need are particularly encouraged to apply. Fall applications are for internships taking place in the upcoming spring with a local, state, national government, or non-profit agency. Spring applications are for internships taking place in the upcoming summer or fall with a local, state, national government, or non-profit agency.
Jerome M. Mileur Internship Fund
The Jerome M. Mileur Internship Fund was established in honor of Political Science Professor Emeritus Jerry Mileur's retirement. It is designed to support undergraduate students majoring in Political Science who pursue internships in Washington, D.C., especially internships with elected officials or political parties. The fund provides financial support to help students gain valuable professional experience in the nation's capital. This scholarship recognizes the importance of practical political experience in developing future leaders and professionals in the field of political science.
George Goodwin, Jr. Scholarship
The George Goodwin, Jr. Scholarship is given annually to an academically strong Political Science major who has expressed and demonstrated an interest in a career in public service. The scholarship was established by George Cole '56 '62G and faculty in the department of political science to honor a great teacher and colleague. Strong consideration will be given to an applicant's GPA in the Political Science major. This annual scholarship award of $1,250 supports undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are committed to pursuing careers in public service and have demonstrated excellence in their political science coursework.
Feder Family Scholarship
The Feder Family Scholarship was established by Daniel Feder '84 to support political science students interested in studying American political thought/American government or who wish to conduct research with political science faculty in the areas of American politics or American political thought. Recipients must have a GPA of 3.5 or greater, excel in writing, and have taken a minimum of 3 advanced courses in American Politics, American Political Thought, and/or American Government. Internships and/or UREP placements in related areas should be considered but are not required. This scholarship provides $5,000 to support undergraduate students pursuing studies in these areas of political science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Edwin A. Gere, Jr Scholarship
The Edwin A. Gere, Jr. Scholarship for the Study of State and Local Government was established by Steve Etkin '81 in honor of Political Science Professor Emeritus Ed Gere, an outstanding professor of public administration and state and urban politics and a heroic pilot in WWII and the Berlin Airlift. This scholarship supports students who demonstrate an academic and professional interest in state and local government and politics. The award provides $1,000 to recipients. Students who wish to intern abroad in order to learn about state and local governments in other countries are welcome to apply, making this an opportunity for both domestic and international study focused on governmental systems at the state and local level.
Dennis Crowley Scholarship
The Dennis Crowley Scholarship is granted to a rising junior or senior political science major with financial need and a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in criminal justice. This scholarship provides financial support to students committed to pursuing careers in the criminal justice field while studying political science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award recognizes students who demonstrate both academic merit and financial need, with a particular focus on those who have shown commitment to criminal justice through relevant academic work, scholarly activities, or experiential learning. Recipients are selected based on their essay submissions and resumes that highlight their qualifications and career aspirations in criminal justice.
David C. Knapp Political Science Scholarship
The David C. Knapp Political Science Scholarship is established to fund scholarships for undergraduate Political Science students at the University of Massachusetts. This fund is shared by the Amherst and Boston campuses. The scholarship honors UMass President David Knapp, a political scientist who believed higher education had an obligation to improve the condition of society. Applicants must describe how their studies in the Political Science major have informed their work to create positive social change and how this interest informs their academic plans and/or professional objectives.
Briggs Scholarship in Political Science
The Briggs Scholarship in Political Science provides annual scholarship support for full-time matriculated undergraduate students majoring in Political Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Eligible recipients must have earned a sufficient number of credits to qualify at least as a sophomore, maintain a cumulative GPA of no less than 3.5, and demonstrate a continuous record of community service to their home community, Amherst and its environs, and/or to the University community. The scholarship emphasizes the importance of academic excellence combined with civic engagement and community involvement.
William P. Brooks, William B. Drew and Shirley Upton-Drew Memorial Fund
The William P. Brooks, William B. Drew and Shirley Upton-Drew Memorial Fund was established in memory of alumni Brooks (class of 1875), Drew (class of 1930) and Upton-Drew (class of 1931). The Fund supports an annual scholarship for one or more undergraduate students in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences who have an interest in equine studies. This scholarship recognizes students who have participated in UMass Equine related classes or internships or who demonstrate a strong interest in equine science or management.
William H. Ross Memorial Fund
The William H. Ross Memorial Fund is a scholarship established to provide financial support to Junior or Senior students enrolled at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship helps students pay for tuition, fees, and educational expenses. Applicants must be in good academic standing, be registered in a major program, and demonstrate financial need. A key component of the application is an essay (no more than 500 words) addressing the topic: 'What I plan on doing after graduation that will help society as a whole.' This scholarship recognizes students who combine academic achievement with a commitment to making positive contributions to society after completing their education.
William and Margaret Nutting Award
The purpose of the William and Margaret Nutting Scholarship is to recognize and reward achievement of excellence by an undergraduate at the University of Massachusetts in the biological sciences. The award is named in honor of the late distinguished zoology professor and his wife, an artist who assisted him. The funds for the scholarship were generously donated by Professor Nutting's former students. The award is given to freshman, sophomore, or junior students who have an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 in both general and biological science courses after a minimum of 12 science credits have been completed. Applicants must demonstrate high moral standards and commitment to excellence as a member of the community, and show contributions to society beyond the boundaries of the laboratory or field.
W. Roy Elliot Memorial Fund
The W. Roy Elliot Memorial Fund provides a scholarship to a Massachusetts resident registered in forestry as a full-time student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The recipient must be in good academic standing, demonstrate financial need, and be of good character. This scholarship is specifically designed to support students pursuing forestry education, with eligibility requirements including Massachusetts residency, full-time enrollment status, and demonstrated financial need through FAFSA filing. Recipients must maintain good academic standing throughout their enrollment.
Virginia Dare Award
The Virginia Dare Award is offered by Virginia Dare annually to one student at the University of Massachusetts who has shown outstanding aptitude in food science. This scholarship recognizes excellence in the field of food science and is designed to support students pursuing studies in this discipline. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship portal.
Vic Keedy Fund
The Vic Keedy Fund provides scholarship support for undergraduate students enrolled in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are majoring in turfgrass management. Victor A. Keedy, Jr. '70AS, '76 was a long-time employee of UMass Amherst and his colleagues and friends contributed to the fund in his name. Eligible recipients must be full-time students, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application.
V.A. Rice Scholarship
The V.A. Rice Scholarship was created in honor of Professor Rice at the time of his retirement from the university. The scholarship is awarded to worthy students majoring in animal science or pre-veterinary science in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. The award is merit based and recognizes academic excellence among students pursuing studies in these fields at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Theresa Biuso Maravelas Memorial Scholarship
The Theresa Biuso Maravelas Memorial Scholarship provides financial support for an undergraduate student in the Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is awarded annually to a student who is a rising junior or senior, has a minimum GPA of 3.0, and demonstrates financial need, as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Preference will be given to students transferring from a community college within Massachusetts. The recipient of this scholarship will receive funding for one year only. Applicants must submit a resume (no more than 2 pages), one letter of reference, and a one-page statement explaining their passion for biology, especially in the context of research. The statement may also cite classwork, community service, and/or biological experiences outside UMass.
The Ray Ethan Torrey Scholarship (Non-CNS Majors)
The Ray Ethan Torrey Scholarship was established by Howard A. Turner '12 and his wife in memory of Dr. Torrey, who taught in the Department of Botany from 1919 to 1956. The scholarship is awarded to one or more undergraduate students who are studying botany. Applicants must be full-time, degree-seeking students at UMass Amherst who are involved in an ongoing research project in an aspect of plant biology and plan to continue their research participation full-time during the summer. The research project must be in the lab of a faculty member of the Plant Biology Graduate Program or of the Department of Biology. Recipients will be selected on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence. Recipients are required to give a presentation of their research, typically a poster presentation at the Plant Biology Symposium in October.
The Ray Ethan Torrey Scholarship
The Ray Ethan Torrey Scholarship was established by Howard A. Turner '12 and his wife in memory of Dr. Torrey, who taught in the Department of Botany from 1919 to 1956. The scholarship is awarded to one or more undergraduate students who are studying botany at UMass Amherst. Applicants must be full-time, degree-seeking students who are involved in an ongoing research project in an aspect of plant biology and plan to continue their research participation full-time during the summer. The research project must be in the lab of a faculty member of the Plant Biology Graduate Program or of the Department of Biology. Recipients will be selected on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence. Recipients are required to give a presentation of their research (usually, a poster-presentation at the Plant Biology Symposium in October).
The Michael J. Turchan Memorial Scholarship
The Michael J. Turchan Memorial Scholarship was established by Susan Bascom '67 in memory of her husband, Michael J. Turchan. This scholarship is awarded to students enrolled in the two-year degree programs in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship specifically supports students who are studying floriculture or fruit and vegetable crops. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform. The award amount varies and provides financial support to help students pursuing careers in agriculture and horticulture.
Stockbridge School Alumni Fund
The Stockbridge School Alumni Fund was created by the Stockbridge School Alumni Association in 1963 to support worthy students pursuing two-year degree programs in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is awarded to students based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform. The fund reflects the alumni association's ongoing commitment to supporting agricultural education and helping students achieve their academic goals in agricultural studies.
Sidney H. Cole Agricultural Scholarship
The Sidney H. Cole Agricultural Scholarship honors a late Stockbridge alumnus who was a successful poultry farmer in Westhampton, Massachusetts. The scholarship is awarded to students in the two-year degree programs in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture who are majoring in disciplines that closely relate to the production, processing, and marketing of food and who want to work in one of those three areas after graduation. Preference is given to students who exhibit a strong desire to enter the poultry production, processing, or marketing industry. Student must have financial need and be in good academic standing. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship portal.
Shepard Environmental Sciences Fund
The Shepard Environmental Sciences Fund was established by the late Mrs. Alice K. Shepard '43 and her husband, Lawrence J. Shepard. The fund provides scholarships for students and support for student research in the Environmental Science Program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This funding opportunity supports both student scholarships and research activities in environmental sciences, allowing students to pursue research projects that may become the basis for Senior Capstone projects or Commonwealth Honors College Theses. The award amount varies depending on the specific needs and scope of the research project.
Sheila J. Seaman Student Research Fund
The Sheila J. Seaman Student Research Fund was established to provide support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences to conduct research both in the field and in the laboratory. The Fund may be used for expenses, such as but not limited to: travel costs, expendable supplies, and laboratory fees, that are associated with field activities and/or laboratory work. Preference will be given to students conducting research in mineralogy or petrology. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst Scholarships portal.
Scott J. Simenas Undergraduate Physics Teaching Fellowship Fund
The Scott J. Simenas Undergraduate Physics Teaching Fellowship Fund is established to provide annual awards for up to two undergraduate physics majors to serve as assistant teachers and tutors to undergraduate students of any major who are enrolled in physics courses. This fellowship supports juniors or seniors who have demonstrated excellence in their studies with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 and demonstrate high financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Recipients engage in teaching, mentoring, or tutoring activities that benefit both the physics students they serve and their own career development. The fellowship provides valuable hands-on teaching experience for undergraduate students interested in education, pedagogy, or continuing in physics-related fields. Preference is given to U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens as outlined by the U.S. Department of Education. Award amounts vary based on the proposed activities and departmental funding availability.
Ruth Owen Jones Local Farm Viability Scholarship
The Ruth Owen Jones Local Farm Viability Scholarship provides scholarship support to students enrolled in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a focus on farming. This scholarship supports students in the 2-year, 4-year, and certificate programs. Recipients must be residents of Hampshire or Franklin county in Massachusetts. Preference is given to students from Amherst-Pelham Regional High School, Franklin County Technical School, and Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School. The scholarship is renewable, but students must reapply each year and will be automatically considered based on their completed General Application.
Roger J. Reed Fund
The Roger J. Reed Fund was established to provide scholarships for students in the fisheries program at the University of Massachusetts. The fund specifically supports full-time junior, senior, or graduate students enrolled in the fisheries program. This scholarship recognizes students with strong interest in studying fisheries and relevant research or fieldwork experience. Recipients are selected based on their academic merit, research experience in fisheries, and how the award will help them accomplish their academic and professional goals in the field of fisheries science.
Robert G. and Dorothy P. Tilden Memorial Scholarship
The Robert G. and Dorothy P. Tilden Memorial Scholarship was established by a bequest from Winifred (Tilden) Gelinas in honor of her parents. The scholarship is given to one or more students enrolled in the two-year degree programs in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture on the basis of academic achievement first and financial need second. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system.
Richard S. Milstone Psychology Scholarship
The Richard S. Milstone Psychology Scholarship provides a scholarship to be awarded yearly to a psychology major with demonstrated financial need. This scholarship is offered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst to support undergraduate students pursuing studies in psychology. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Richard Cronin Fisheries Research Fund
The Richard Cronin Fisheries Research Fund is established to support fisheries research by a graduate student enrolled in the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Income from the fund will be used to purchase supplies necessary to support the research being done by the graduate student selected. The funds may not be used to support salary. Applicants must submit a one-page proposal describing their research initiative or activity, explaining how it complements their studies or career goals, including a detailed budget with actual or estimated costs such as travel, equipment, living expenses, and indicating if they have other sources of funding for the project.
Richard and Sandra Johnson Scholarship for Veterinary and Animal Sciences
The Richard and Sandra Johnson Scholarship provides financial support to students enrolled in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is designed to assist students who demonstrate financial need as determined by the UMass Amherst Office of Financial Aid. Recipients must maintain good academic standing throughout their enrollment. The award amount varies based on available funds and the number of qualified applicants. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship upon completion of the General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal, making it accessible to all eligible students in the department without requiring a separate application process.
R.C. Foley Scholarship
The R.C. Foley Scholarship, established by the bequest of the late Professor Foley, is awarded to a senior majoring in Veterinary and Animal Sciences who ranks academically in the top 20 percent of departmental seniors on the basis of three years work all taken at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and who has shown exceptional qualities of leadership and high character. The award is merit-based and recognizes both academic excellence and demonstrated leadership qualities in the field of veterinary and animal sciences.
Paula Milner Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Paula Milner Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to provide scholarship support to a full-time graduate student pursuing a Master's degree in the environmental conservation program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This memorial scholarship honors Paula Milner's legacy and supports students dedicated to advancing environmental conservation through graduate-level research and study. Applicants are asked to describe their research and how the scholarship funds will help them accomplish their academic and research goals.
Paul H. and Bette (Baker) Jennings Scholarship
The Paul H. and Bette (Baker) Jennings Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students studying plant or soil science, with a preference given to horticulture majors. Professor Jennings '60, who taught at UMass Amherst for 12 years, was a fellow of the American Society for Horticultural Science. He established this scholarship with his wife, also a UMass alumna. Students in the four-year degree programs are eligible to apply. Applicants will be automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship portal.
Oscar G. Anderson Memorial Fund
The Oscar G. Anderson Memorial Fund provides support to a worthy student of good character and in need of assistance for the purchase of textbooks necessary for courses in pomology, or the science and practice of growing fruit. This scholarship is open to students enrolled in both two-year and four-year degree programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are encouraged to repay the award when possible to help sustain the fund for future students, though repayment is not a required condition of receiving the award. The fund specifically targets students studying pomology and related agricultural sciences who demonstrate financial need and good character.
Orlando "Ollie" Capizzi Stockbridge Scholarship
The Orlando "Ollie" Capizzi Stockbridge Scholarship provides support for students enrolled in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Eligible recipients will be in good academic standing and have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Preference will be given to students in a two-year program. The scholarship was established in memory of Ollie Capizzi '51AS by his friends, family and colleagues, who wanted to memorialize his success in building his father's residential landscaping and maintenance business into a leading and well-recognized full-service landscape construction firm. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application.
Norwottuck Fish and Game Club Scholarship
The Norwottuck Fish and Game Club Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is specifically designed for students in the Forest Ecology and Conservation Concentration and the Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Concentration within the Natural Resources Conservation program. The fund supports two students from each concentration annually, totaling four awards per year. Recipients must demonstrate financial need as determined by UMass Amherst and show excellence in wildlife management/research or forestry management/research for wildlife. This scholarship is awarded in the spring semester and seeks to support students who are passionate about conservation and wildlife management while facing financial challenges in pursuing their education.
Ned Taft Scholarship Fund in Environmental Conservation
The Ned Taft Scholarship Fund in Environmental Conservation was established to provide financial support for undergraduate students who are majoring in Natural Resources Conservation or Environmental Science with a focus on studying fisheries. The scholarship is designed for students who demonstrate financial need as determined by UMass Amherst and maintain good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Five scholarships of $2,000 each are awarded annually in the spring semester. Applicants are required to describe their interest in studying fisheries and provide details about any research or fieldwork experience they have completed to date.
MSPCA-Angell Animal Medical Center Veterinary Technician Scholarship
The MSPCA-Angell Animal Medical Center Veterinary Technician Scholarship provides scholarship support to students enrolled in the Veterinary Technology Program (or its successor program) in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing education and training in veterinary technology, helping them advance their careers in animal care and veterinary medical services. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship platform.
Michele Cunneen Scholarship Fund
The Michele Cunneen Scholarship Fund provides scholarship support to rising juniors enrolled in the Veterinary Technology Department (or its successor) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.25 and demonstrate a commitment to their major and pursuit of a broad interest in the field, as demonstrated by additional coursework or volunteer or paid experiences in veterinary, lab animal science, and other areas of animal care and use. Special consideration is given to students pursuing a career in lab animal medicine. The scholarship aims to support students who show dedication to advancing their knowledge and experience in veterinary technology and related fields. Annual awards are intended to be a minimum of $2,000, though the actual amount varies depending on the annual distribution from the Fund. Students are automatically considered for this opportunity based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship platform.
Massachusetts Association of Lawn Care Professionals Scholarship
The Massachusetts Association of Lawn Care Professionals Scholarship is awarded to students studying turfgrass management in the two-year degree program in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship supports students pursuing education in turfgrass management and related agricultural studies. The award amount varies and recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application to the university's scholarship system.
Mary Dailey Irvine Prize
The Mary Dailey Irvine (MDI) Prize, established by the Irvine Family in memory of Mary Dailey Irvine (Smith College, Class of 1922), exists to encourage and honor excellent undergraduate research in astronomy and astrophysics. The prize is awarded to a graduating senior from one of the Five College institutions for an outstanding senior thesis or research paper on an astronomical or astrophysical topic that is presented to the Five College Astronomy Department. To be eligible, students need to present at the FCAD event and submit their written document a week in advance. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional undergraduate achievement in astronomical research and provides financial support to the winning student. The prize is administered through the Five College Astronomy Department and reflects the legacy of Mary Dailey Irvine's commitment to academic excellence.
Mary Carney Rockwell Scholarship
The Mary Carney Rockwell Scholarship provides financial support for students majoring in psychology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship was established through a bequest from Mary Carney Rockwell, a member of the Class of 1945, and her husband. The scholarship honors their legacy by supporting psychology students in their academic pursuits. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal, making it accessible to eligible psychology majors without requiring a separate application process.
Marsha H. Nute Memorial Fund
The Marsha H. Nute Memorial Fund was established in memory of alumna Marsha H. Nute '77AS and provides an award for a senior student in a two-year degree program in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The student should be a resident of Massachusetts, in good academic standing, and studying either fruit and vegetable production or animal agriculture. This memorial scholarship supports students pursuing agricultural education in specialized areas of farming and animal husbandry.
Marlene A. Corbut Scholarship
The Marlene A. Corbut Scholarship is awarded to a forestry major with high scholastic achievement and financial need, with financial need being the highest priority. This scholarship is specifically designed to support students pursuing forestry education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Applicants must demonstrate both academic excellence and financial need, though financial need is weighted as the primary consideration in the selection process. The scholarship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in forestry or related natural resources and environmental conservation fields.
Margaret and Karakian Bedrosian Scholarship
The Margaret and Karakian Bedrosian Scholarship provides scholarship support to undergraduate students in the Department of Food Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is designed to support students who are majoring in food science and have emigrated to the United States from another country, or are first generation children born in the United States whose parents immigrated to the United States from another country. If there are no applicants who meet these criteria, the scholarship may be awarded to students who are the first in their family to attend college. Students selected in one year can reapply each year until graduation, making this a renewable opportunity for eligible undergraduate food science majors.
Maia Felisse McDermott Memorial BDIC Scholarship
The Maia Felisse McDermott Memorial BDIC Scholarship was established in memory of Maia Felisse McDermott to support undergraduate students in the BDIC program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship recognizes students who can demonstrate how their academic studies and the work they hope to do upon graduation will benefit and inspire other people. Recipients must be enrolled in the Bachelor's Degree with Individual Concentration (BDIC) program at UMass Amherst. They must be in good academic standing and demonstrate financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. The award provides financial support ranging from $500 to $750 to help BDIC students pursue their individualized academic programs and career goals. Applicants are required to submit a 250-word essay detailing why they would be the best fit for this scholarship and explaining how their academic work benefits and inspires others. This scholarship honors Maia Felisse McDermott's legacy by supporting students who embody her spirit of making a positive impact on others through their academic pursuits and future professional endeavors.
Lotta M. Crabtree Agricultural Fund
The Lotta M. Crabtree Agricultural Fund provides scholarships to undergraduate students enrolled in the Sustainable Food and Farming program, or otherwise pursuing agricultural or horticultural studies. The fund is designed to prepare students for careers in pastoral farming or in farming for the production of food. This scholarship supports students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are committed to advancing sustainable agriculture and food production through their academic pursuits and career goals.
Kurt T. Chambers Memorial Endowment Award
The Kurt T. Chambers Memorial Endowment Award is designed to provide support for students in need of special services that might not otherwise be available, thereby better ensuring the successful completion of their education. Preference is given to students studying arboriculture and park management who have documented learning disabilities. Students in the two-year degree programs are eligible to apply. The award was established by the parents of Kurt Chambers to honor his memory and support students facing similar challenges. Applicants are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
Kofi Cash Award
The Kofi Cash Award is given to a well-rounded student with a passion for research. The award recipient must be an undergraduate student who is currently working in a lab in the Biology Department (but need not be a biology major) and have a demonstrated enthusiasm for research. GPA is not the sole criterion. Preference will be given to applicants within the Commonwealth Honors College. Applicants with a late start in the research arena are welcome to apply. A letter of support from the applicant's advisor and an unofficial copy of transcript are required.
Kenneth W. Pillsbury Scholarship for Seniors
The Kenneth W. Pillsbury Scholarship for Seniors provides financial support to students majoring in Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is specifically designed for students in their senior year and is awarded through an automatic review process. Eligible students who complete the General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship platform are automatically considered for this award. The scholarship recognizes academic achievement and supports students as they complete their undergraduate degree in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences.
Kenneth W. Pillsbury Scholarship for Juniors
The Kenneth W. Pillsbury Scholarship for Juniors supports Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences majors in their junior year at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is awarded to eligible students automatically based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform. The award provides financial support to undergraduate students pursuing studies in veterinary and animal sciences during their third year of study.
Kendra Elizabeth McNabb Memorial Scholarship for Animal Sciences
The Kendra Elizabeth McNabb Memorial Scholarship for Animal Sciences is established to support students majoring in Animal Science or Pre-Veterinary Science or their successor majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients must have financial need as determined by UMass Amherst. Preference will be given to students transferring from a community college or socioeconomically disadvantaged students with high financial need. Additional preference will be given to students who are involved in extracurricular activities, with special consideration given to those on the UMass equestrian, skydiving or diving teams. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Joseph Hartshorn Graduate Scholarship in Quaternary Geology
The Joseph Hartshorn Graduate Scholarship in Quaternary Geology provides scholarship support to one or more Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences graduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Priority is given to students studying Quaternary Geology, surficial processes, glacial geology, or related fields that were of particular interest to Professor Hartshorn. The awards help cover the cost of field research, although analytical and laboratory costs to investigate Quaternary science problems may also be supported at the discretion of the scholarship committee. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the EGCS Common Application system.
John Thomas and Nancy Butterworth Scholarship
The John Thomas and Nancy Butterworth Scholarship is awarded to a third-year student with an interest in advanced floriculture. The scholarship was established in the Butterworth's memory by their daughter's bequest. This scholarship supports students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are pursuing studies in floriculture during their third year of undergraduate study. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship system.
Joanne Daughdrill Scholarship
The Joanne Daughdrill Scholarship is given to a student pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The recipient must be entering their senior (or equivalent) year, pursuing a degree in psychology, and have good academic standing with a GPA of at least 3.0. The student must be working in a work-study position with the university, preferably in the Psychological and Brain Sciences Department. Applicants will be automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
JoAnn Roberto Luongo DeNapoli Scholarship
The JoAnn Roberto Luongo DeNapoli Scholarship was established to provide scholarship support for students enrolled in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the Department of Sustainable Food and Farming or its successor department. This scholarship aims to support students pursuing agricultural education with a focus on sustainable farming practices and food systems.
Jim McGee Arboriculture Scholarship
The Jim McGee Arboriculture Scholarship provides scholarship support to students entering or enrolled in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture and pursuing a degree in arboriculture. Eligible recipients must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Preference will be given to high school graduates who worked for at least two years between their graduation and entering college. The scholarship may be awarded to a student or students in any class year and is renewable as long as the above criteria are met. Once a student receives his/her first award, every attempt will be made to ensure that subsequent awards will be no less than the original award amount, provided funds are available. The Scholarship was established in memory of James M. McGee '96AS, '97 by his father.
Jim MacAllister Geography Award
The Jim MacAllister Geography Award provides scholarship support to undergraduate or graduate students majoring in geography at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients must be in good academic standing. The award is automatically considered based on completion of the General Application through the university's scholarship platform.
Jecklin Scholarship in Microbiology
The Jecklin Scholarship in Microbiology provides scholarship support to undergraduate students in the Department of Microbiology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal. The scholarship aims to support students pursuing undergraduate studies in microbiology.
Food Science Applications
This is a common scholarship application for all Food Science department scholarships at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship supports students involved in the Department of Food Science and provides funding for those with interests in food science and career goals in the food industry. Applicants are expected to demonstrate food-related work experience, involvement with the Food Science department or Food Science Club, and articulate their special interests in food science and career aspirations.
Equine Studies Program Endowment
The Equine Studies Program Endowment was established to support equine studies, primarily through graduate training, research, and outreach. The endowment provides graduate student stipends and funding for graduate and undergraduate research in equine-related studies. This scholarship is specifically for students in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who have participated in UMass Equine related classes or internships, or who have a demonstrated interest in equine science or management.
Elizabeth Jane Gilbert Endowment Scholarship
The Elizabeth Jane Gilbert Endowment Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate an interest in the field of agriculture. This scholarship is open to both students in two-year and four-year degree programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal. The award amount varies and is provided through an endowment established in honor of Elizabeth Jane Gilbert.
EGCS Common Application
This is a common application for multiple scholarship and research support awards offered by the Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences (EGCS) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The application covers ten different awards that provide financial support to undergraduate and graduate students in geology, geography, and related earth sciences programs. Awards support various activities including field research, laboratory work, research travel, conference presentations, field course expenses, and general educational costs. The funds are intended to help students cover research expenses such as travel costs, equipment, supplies, laboratory fees, and other costs for which alternative funding may not be available. Recipients are selected based on academic excellence, merit of research projects, and in some cases, demonstrated financial need or specific research focus areas such as Quaternary geology, mineralogy, petrology, or environmental geosciences. The awards honor distinguished faculty members and supporters of the geosciences programs and aim to support students who show outstanding promise as future members of the geological profession. Individual award amounts vary and are determined by the scholarship committee based on the specific fund and student need.
Edwin A. Pruchnik Memorial Scholarship
The Edwin A. Pruchnik Memorial Scholarship is awarded to an outstanding junior or senior in the forestry major at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship was established by the Massachusetts Wood Producers Association and the late Professor William P. MacConnell to support students pursuing forestry education. The award recognizes students who demonstrate excellence in forestry studies and have experience working in the forest industry or the field of forestry. Applicants must describe their experience in forestry and articulate their future career goals in the field.
Edmund and Wanda Kieltyka Fund
The Edmund and Wanda Kieltyka Fund was established in memory of Edmund A. Kieltyka '44AS and his wife Wanda. The award supports scholarships in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Scholarship recipients must be Stockbridge students enrolled in a two-year degree program. Preference is given to students from the Berkshires region. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
Donald L. Mader Natural Resources Conservation Memorial Award
The Donald L. Mader Natural Resources Conservation Memorial Award, established by the late Professor Herschel G. Abbott, provides scholarships to juniors, seniors, or graduate students in degree programs in the Department of Environmental Conservation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award may also be made to assist ECO students in covering costs related to attending a conference or for research activities. Preference is given to students who are concentrating in forest studies, especially in forest soils. Additional consideration will be given to students who demonstrate financial need with the Financial Aid Office or show academic merit by maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Doctors Irving and Joan Ratner Endowment Fund
The Doctors Irving and Joan Ratner Endowment Fund was established to support undergraduate research in the Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award provides financial support for undergraduate biology majors conducting research with a Biology faculty member over the summer or during the academic year. This funding opportunity is designed to advance hands-on research experience for undergraduate students in biological sciences. Applicants must submit a brief research proposal (approximately one page, single-spaced) that includes a summary of the proposed research with clear objectives for the funding period. Students must identify a research laboratory within the biology department where the work will take place and demonstrate that the lab has the necessary resources to complete the proposed research. The application also requires an updated curriculum vitae and a letter of support from the Principal Investigator confirming the availability of required resources. This endowment fund provides valuable research experience for undergraduate biology students, enabling them to work directly with faculty members on scientific investigations. The funding can be used to support research activities during either the summer months or the academic year, providing flexibility for students to engage in meaningful research projects that align with their academic schedules and career goals.
Developmental Disabilities and Human Service Endowment Award
The Developmental Disabilities and Human Service Endowment Award supports undergraduate students enrolled in the Developmental Disabilities and Human Service Program at the College of Natural Science, University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award specifically provides funding to support students pursuing summer internships for academic credit in the field of developmental disabilities and human services. Students must secure an internship placement and register for internship credits to be eligible for this support. The award helps defray costs associated with summer internship experiences, particularly for students who may need financial assistance to participate in unpaid or low-paid internship opportunities in the human services sector.
David M. and Nancy Winsor Clayton Biology Scholarship
The David M. and Nancy Winsor Clayton Biology Scholarship is established to provide annual scholarships for rising juniors or seniors majoring in biology and interested in pursuing a biology career. Preference will be given to a socioeconomically disadvantaged student, who is disproportionately impacted by the lack of resources to continue their educational pursuits. The scholarship may be awarded for up to 4 (four) semesters as long as the recipient maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater. Should the recipient fall below the required GPA, they will have two semesters to bring their GPA up to 3.0, though their GPA cannot fall below 2.75. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Daniel N. Hebert Scholarship
The Daniel N. Hebert Scholarship provides financial support to students in Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate both academic rigor and a dedication to science or scientific excellence. Dedication to scientific excellence can be shown through various activities including coursework, research participation, relevant work experience, or volunteer activities in scientific fields. The scholarship aims to support promising students pursuing studies in molecular and cellular biology who have shown commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and practice.
Dan Oleksak Scholarship
The Dan Oleksak Scholarship was established to provide scholarship support for students who are pursuing graduate degrees in the Department of Environmental Conservation or its successor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients must be concentrating in forest resources. As the annual distribution grows, it is the Donor's wish that fewer annual awards be made to make the greatest impact possible based on the available distributions. This scholarship is designed to support graduate students in their research and fieldwork related to forest resources and environmental conservation.
Clinton Roberts Scholarship
The Clinton Roberts Scholarship, funded by the Clinton S. Roberts Foundation, is awarded to students in a two-year degree program who are interested in a career in farming or production agriculture. This is a need-based scholarship requiring a GPA of 2.5 or better. The foundation was founded by Clinton S. Roberts '30AS, a dairy farmer. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system.
Christopher Martin Scholarship Fund
The Christopher Martin Scholarship Fund provides scholarship support for students enrolled in Environmental Conservation in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The fund prioritizes students with demonstrated financial need as determined by UMass Amherst. Preference is given to students who demonstrate a passion for wildlife conservation through academics, extracurriculars, volunteering, internships, work, or research. This scholarship supports students pursuing environmental conservation studies with a focus on wildlife conservation efforts.
Charles Mason Powell Restoration Fund for the Conservation of Natural Resources
The Charles Mason Powell Restoration Fund awards a scholarship for the furtherance of conservation and restoration of our national agricultural resources. The Scholarship was established in 1953 by Charles M. Powell '27, then president of the American Agricultural Chemical Company. This scholarship supports students pursuing studies related to conservation and restoration of agricultural resources at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Applicants are asked about their NRC or ECO concentration and career goals as they relate to conservation and restoration of national agricultural resources.
Charles E. and Frances M. Osterman Scholarship
The Charles E. and Frances M. Osterman Scholarship was established according to the wishes of the chief groundskeeper and superintendent of an estate in New Jersey and his wife. The scholarship provides assistance to undergraduate students in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture, with a strong preference given to students majoring in turfgrass management or a related curriculum. Recipients will be selected based on financial need. Previous recipients may reapply and will be given preference for continued support subject to satisfactory academic performance.
Byron E. Colby Scholarship
The Byron E. Colby Scholarship was established in honor of the late Professor Byron E. Colby to support students pursuing studies in animal science. This scholarship provides financial awards to animal science majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are selected based on a combination of academic scholarship and demonstrated financial need. Students are automatically considered for this award upon completing the General Application through the university's scholarship platform.
Building and Construction Technology Alumni Scholarship for Leadership (BCT)
The Building and Construction Technology Alumni Scholarship for Leadership is awarded to one rising junior or rising senior who is a BCT major at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated academic excellence with a GPA of 3.2 or better, exhibited leadership in extracurricular activities through influential roles in one or more student groups, and gained practical experience through industry-related internships. Applicants must provide two references: one academic reference and one nonacademic reference. The award was established and funded by the growing BCT alumni community to support the next generation of leaders in the building and construction technology field.
Brian Moeckel Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Brian Moeckel Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in memory of alumnus Brian M. Moeckel to provide financial support to graduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is specifically designated for graduate students enrolled in the Wetland Conservation program within the Department of Natural Resources Conservation. In cases where no student is enrolled in the Wetland Conservation program, the scholarship funds may be awarded to a graduate student studying in another area of Natural Resources Conservation, or the funds will be returned to the principal. This memorial scholarship honors the legacy of Brian M. Moeckel and supports the next generation of conservation professionals dedicated to wetland and natural resource management.
Boston Veterinary Clinic Scholarship Fund
The Boston Veterinary Clinic Scholarship Fund provides scholarship support to undergraduate students enrolled in the UMass Amherst Veterinary Technology Department with demonstrated financial need as determined by UMass Amherst. Three to five annual scholarships (corresponding to the number of Boston Veterinary Clinic locations) will be awarded to students selected by UMass Amherst faculty in the Veterinary Technology Program who maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Preference will be given to those students who have an interest in general medicine. The recipients will also have the opportunity to spend a day at a Boston Veterinary Clinic location, providing valuable real-world experience in the field.
Blodget Fund for Ornithological Studies
The Blodget Fund for Ornithological Studies is an award established to support the research of students from any major interested in ornithological research, conservation, monitoring, and management. Both undergraduate and graduate students may apply to the Department of Natural Resources Conservation for the award. Student research proposals for funding may include requests to cover the costs of travel and fieldwork under faculty supervision, the purchase of specialized equipment and supplies needed for the research, and stipends, where appropriate. This funding opportunity is designed to advance ornithological studies and enable students to conduct field-based research and conservation work related to birds.
Ball Horticultural Company Thomas Boyle Scholarship
The Ball Horticultural Company Thomas Boyle Scholarship honors both Dr. Boyle's contributions as a faculty member and as a researcher who developed and patented a number of ornamental plants for commercial use. The scholarship also honors his collaboration with the Ball Horticultural Company, which supported Dr. Boyle's research for a number of years. The scholarship is awarded to undergraduates or graduate students who have a demonstrated interest in horticulture. Preference is given to students who are focusing on floriculture.
Arnold D. Rhodes Natural Resources Conservation Memorial Award
The Arnold D. Rhodes Natural Resources Conservation Memorial Award was established by the late Professor Herschel G. Abbott in honor of Professor Rhodes at the time of his retirement. The award provides scholarships to juniors, seniors, or graduate students in degree programs in the Department of Environmental Conservation, with a preference for students concentrating in forest studies. The award may also be made to assist ECO students in covering costs related to attending a conference or for research activities. Additional consideration will be given to students who display leadership abilities, demonstrate financial need through the Financial Aid Office or show academic merit by maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Anthony Borton Equine Studies Scholarship
The Anthony Borton Equine Studies Scholarship was established in honor of the former professor and program director. This scholarship provides financial stipends for undergraduate students enrolled in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who have demonstrated an interest in equine studies. The award is based on a combination of financial need and academic merit. Recipients are selected based on their participation in equine-related classes, internships, or demonstrated interest in equine science or management. Students are required to provide a statement describing their equine-related experience and interest as part of the application process.
Alvord Dairy Fund
The Alvord Dairy Fund provides scholarship support for junior students majoring in Veterinary and Animal Sciences with a specific interest in dairy animals. This scholarship is designed for students who intend to pursue careers as investigators, teachers, or specialized practitioners in connection with the dairy industry. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system. The award amount varies and is intended to support students' educational expenses while they pursue their studies in veterinary and animal sciences with a focus on dairy-related fields.
Alumni Scholarships
Alumni Scholarships are awarded to freshmen or transfer students who are University of Massachusetts Food Science majors with a strong interest in Food Science and in good academic standing. The scholarship is available to students maintaining a GPA of 2.0 or better. Award amounts vary and students are automatically considered for the scholarship upon completing the General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Albert L. Delisle Scholarship
The Albert L. Delisle Scholarship was created when Dr. Delisle '32, a teacher and pioneering researcher in botany, named the University of Massachusetts Foundation as beneficiary of his life insurance policy. The scholarship supports graduate students and undergraduate students conducting research in plant biology. Applicants must be graduate students in the Plant Biology Graduate Program or undergraduate students enrolled as full-time, degree-seeking students at UMass Amherst, and must be involved in a research project in the laboratory of a Plant Biology Graduate Program faculty member at UMass Amherst. Student applicants should demonstrate strong motivation for conducting research, excellent academic achievement, a novel proposal for research related to plant biology, and defined strategies.
Adrian Beau Meyer Forestry Scholarship
The Adrian Beau Meyer Forestry Scholarship was established by friends of Mr. Meyer, who had a passion for nurturing the environment. The scholarship is awarded to assist a junior or senior forestry major with educational expenses, such as books, supplies, tuition, or other college-related expenses. Recipients must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater, and preference will be given to students from Berkshire County, Massachusetts. If no student from Berkshire County applies for the scholarship, the award will be made to a student from any of the other three Western Massachusetts counties: Hampshire, Hampden or Franklin.
Aaron Beltzer Memorial Fund
The Aaron Beltzer Memorial Fund provides support to one or more Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences graduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Priority will be given to students conducting field or laboratory research focused on better understanding the earth through geological research. This scholarship opportunity is designed to support graduate-level research activities in the earth sciences, with a particular emphasis on hands-on field work and laboratory investigations. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
Maureen Flanagan Fund
The Maureen Flanagan Fund provides scholarships for undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who have demonstrated financial need at the highest need category as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Preference is given to women from Massachusetts. The scholarships offer students opportunities above and beyond the standard college experience such as study abroad, research, summer internships, alternative spring breaks, community service, or other initiatives that complement and enhance the chosen course of study of the students selected. The fund was established by Dr. Maureen Flanagan, Class of 1966, to support students in pursuing enrichment experiences that complement their academic goals. The number of awards may vary each year depending upon the annual distribution and the cost of attending UMass Amherst. Applicants must submit a one-page proposal describing the initiative or activity, explaining how it complements their studies or career goals, and including a budget with actual or estimated costs.
Frank Rife Kinesiology Opportunity Scholarship
The Frank Rife Kinesiology Opportunity Scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Frank N. Rife to endow a scholarship for students pursuing a degree in Kinesiology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The Fund supports undergraduate students' internship expenses for both domestic and international internship opportunities. Eligible recipients must maintain a minimum 3.2 GPA. Preference is given to first generation students and students who demonstrate financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. At the end of the internship, students must provide a written evaluation of their experiences demonstrating how the internship shaped their future professional plans.
CWC YIS Scholarship: My UMass Bystander Moment
The Center for Women & Community (CWC) announces the 4th Annual CWC YIS Scholarship for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. This scholarship provides one $1,000 award to acknowledge UMass undergraduates who have stepped up as active bystanders using YIS strategies. YIS is a bystander intervention program developed by and for UMASS Amherst students. Applicants will share their 'YIS Moment' – a time they stepped in as an active bystander at UMass Amherst – through a short essay, slides, or video. The scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated commitment to creating a safer campus community through active bystander intervention.
Physics Department Undergraduate Summer Research Awards
The Physics Department Undergraduate Summer Research Awards consist of two funds supporting undergraduate physics research at UMass Amherst. The Edward S. Chang Endowed Fund for Undergraduate Research provides research grants for undergraduate physics majors pursuing physics research projects under faculty guidance. Students submit brief proposals with faculty advisor assistance for projects completed during an academic semester or over the summer, with awards based on scientific and educational merit and proposal quality. The Professor Kenneth Langley and Joan Langley Research Fund for Future Physicists provides summer research awards to undergraduate physics majors working in a Physics lab. Eligible recipients are rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors with no minimum GPA requirement. Both programs emphasize helping students learn how scientists seek research funding while supporting meaningful research experiences under faculty mentorship.
Rachel M. Levy Fellowship
The Rachel M. Levy Fellowship provides scholarship support to undergraduate mathematics students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are performing research. This fellowship recognizes students actively engaged in mathematical or statistical research activities. Preference is given to students who are members of either the Association of Women in Mathematics or the Association of Women in Science (or their successor organizations), demonstrating the program's commitment to supporting women in mathematical sciences. The award amount varies and is intended to support undergraduate research activities in mathematics and statistics.
Anne and Peter Costa Scholar Fund
The Anne and Peter Costa Scholar Fund provides support to students in Applied Mathematics at UMass Amherst. The fund makes two awards annually, one to an undergraduate student and the other to a graduate student. Each award does not exceed $1,000. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Sociology Summer Internship Award
The Sociology Summer Internship Award supports Sociology majors who are planning to complete internships over summer 2026. This award is designed to provide financial assistance to students pursuing practical work experience in their field. Candidates must be in good academic standing with at least 45 credits completed by the end of the spring semester. Preference will be given to students with confirmed offers from employers, but students who are awaiting formal confirmation may still apply. All internships must be confirmed by the employer to receive the award, and internships must be conducted and completed to retain the award. The award provides $1,000 to support students' summer internship experiences that relate to their academic plan in Sociology and their career goals.
Sociology Best Paper Award
The Sociology Best Paper Award is given to recognize excellence in academic writing by sociology majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This award honors the best paper, exam, or other written product completed by a sociology major in a sociology course, independent study, as a thesis, or for any other purpose as long as the focus is on sociological issues and concepts. The award recognizes outstanding scholarly work that demonstrates mastery of sociological analysis, research methods, and critical thinking within the discipline. Recipients receive both a monetary award and a certificate acknowledging their academic achievement.
Jane Addams Sociology in Practice Award
This award recognizes one or more sociology majors who have proven their ability to apply sociological ideas and insights to pressing sociological problems. The award asks applicants to craft an essay reflecting on how sociological thinking has enhanced their understanding of a social issue or problem that they were involved in. Applicants should consider what they learned from experiences where they applied sociological insights to a summer job, internship, or project. The reflection should be 1-2 pages in length and demonstrate the application of sociological theory to real-world problems.
Dr. Charles Mark Scholarship in Global Sociology
The Dr. Charles Mark Scholarship in Global Sociology was established to provide scholarship support to full-time students studying at Charles University in Prague. This scholarship is specifically designed for Sociology majors who are participating in or planning to participate in an IPO-approved study abroad program at Charles University in Prague. The scholarship aims to support students who wish to gain international educational experience in sociology and expand their academic perspectives through study in Prague. Recipients are expected to demonstrate their interest in studying in Prague and articulate how receiving this scholarship would benefit their course of study.
C. Wright Mills Award for Sociological Imagination
The C. Wright Mills Award for Sociological Imagination is a scholarship that supports a sociology major at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award recognizes students who can best illustrate how sociology has influenced their lives by changing the way they think about social issues. Applicants are required to submit a 3-page essay reflecting on how sociology has affected their college experience. The essay should address questions such as: Has your point of view changed because of sociology? Has a major in sociology affected what you thought you wanted to do with your life? Was there an eye-opening moment in your sociology undergraduate career? This scholarship provides a $400 award to the selected recipient.
Richard W. Venne Endowed Scholarship
The Richard W. Venne Endowed Scholarship was established to support undergraduate students registered with Disability Services at UMass Amherst. Preference will be given to students with financial need as determined by UMass Amherst. It is the donor's preference that a minimum of two awards be given annually. This scholarship provides financial assistance to help students with disabilities pursue their undergraduate education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Disability Services Scholarship Application (3 scholarships)
This application provides access to three scholarships for students registered with Disability Services at UMass Amherst: The Class of '43 'Making a Difference' Scholarship, the Joseph V. Gavin 'Keep the Faith' Scholarship, and the James M. Begin Endowment Fund. Candidates must have completed a minimum of 24 credits at UMass Amherst and be making reasonable academic progress in a degree program. Awards are based on a combination of financial need and academic achievement. Graduating seniors, previous winners, and graduate students are welcome to apply. The Joseph V. Gavin scholarship gives preference to students facing extraordinary physical challenges, particularly those with cystic fibrosis. The James M. Begin Endowment has preference for students with or having had cancer, with further preference for students enrolled in the Bachelor's Degree with Individual Concentration program. Two letters of recommendation are required: one academic/career reference and one personal reference from non-family members. Applications may be submitted using alternative formats, and monetary prizes are processed through the Financial Aid Office and posted to the student's University account.
Verne A. and Irene F. Fogg Fund
The Verne A. and Irene F. Fogg Fund provides undergraduate scholarships for students in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Special consideration is given to students who are working in order to pay for their education. The fund was established by donors Verne A. and Irene F. Fogg with the wish that recipients of the scholarship consider supporting the fund in the future. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
Theodore S. Bacon, M.D. (M.A.C. 1894) Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Theodore S. Bacon, Jr., a former UMass Amherst faculty member, in memory of his father, Theodore S. Bacon, M.D., a graduate of the Massachusetts Agriculture College in 1894 and the Harvard Medical School in 1898, and recognizes his service to people and contributions to the field of medicine throughout his career. Douglas S. Bacon, son of Theodore S. Bacon, Jr., oversees the scholarship after the passing of his father in 2014. The purpose of this fund is to support scholarships for nursing students in need of financial aid who are in their junior or senior years. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system.
The Cancellieri Family Scholarship
This scholarship was established by alum Joseph Cancellieri in 2011 to provide financial assistance to support a freshman nursing student in financial need. Joseph Cancellieri received his nursing degree from UMass Amherst and is a decorated Navy veteran. The scholarship is designed to help incoming nursing students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who demonstrate financial need. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Sara E. Maslin Scholarship
The Sara E. Maslin Scholarship is an endowed scholarship established for the College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship provides one or more annual awards to eligible students enrolled in a four-year nursing degree program. To be eligible for this scholarship, students must be residents of Cambridge, Massachusetts and qualify for need-based financial aid. The award amount varies based on the income earned from the endowment each year. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform.
Robert H. and Patricia A. Ruf Scholarship
The Robert H. and Patricia A. Ruf Scholarship is awarded to one or more rising sophomore, junior, or senior students majoring in one of the life, environmental, or agricultural sciences on the Amherst campus. Dr. Ruf '52AS, '55 and Mrs. Ruf established the scholarship after Dr. Ruf's retirement from running a successful landscape and gardening center following his career in teaching. This scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students pursuing studies in fields related to life sciences, environmental sciences, or agricultural sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Robert and Lynne Pollack Actuarial Award
The Robert and Lynne Pollack Actuarial Award provides support to the most exceptional actuarial student in the Mathematics Department as determined by the faculty. This is a student award recognizing excellence in actuarial studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application, with no separate application required. The award is determined by faculty evaluation of actuarial students' academic performance and achievement in the Mathematics Department.
Pre-Med Scholarships Application
This is the general application for all Pre-Med Scholarships offered at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship opportunity is specifically designed for students enrolled in the Pre-Med program at UMass Amherst. The application serves as a gateway to multiple pre-medical scholarships available to eligible students. Applicants are required to demonstrate their involvement in community service and healthcare-related work experience as part of the evaluation process. Award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship awarded.
Nancy S. Anton Scholarship
The Nancy S. Anton Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Nancy S. Anton, by recognizing outstanding achievement by an undergraduate student who is completing their junior year of the Nursing Major. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system.
Mary A. Maher Scholarship
The Mary A. Maher Scholarship honors the founding Dean of the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing, Mary A. Maher, who was instrumental in establishing the school in 1953. She initiated both the first nursing baccalaureate program and the first graduate program in the public education system in Massachusetts. This scholarship provides financial support to nursing students who demonstrate academic achievement, good citizenship, evidence of good physical and mental health, initiative, self-direction, and financial need. The scholarship recognizes students pursuing their undergraduate nursing education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Margaret Wallenius Craig Scholarship
This scholarship is for undergraduate students, specifically juniors or seniors in the nursing program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Preference will be given to students who are children of first generation Americans, or members of economically disadvantaged groups from Western Massachusetts. The scholarship was established by James Craig to honor the memory of his mother, Margaret Wallenius Craig, who believed strongly in the value of higher education. This award helps nursing students complete their education and continue their pursuit of careers in healthcare.
Linda Peters Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established to honor the memory of Linda Peters, by recognizing excellence in an undergraduate student. The Fund will support a student in her/his/their Junior year, preferably one with financial need. The recipient will be selected based on academic merit. First preference will be given to students from Middlesex and Essex counties in Massachusetts.
Leeper Mathematics Scholarship
The Leeper Mathematics Scholarship provides financial support to rising junior and senior students enrolled in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. To be eligible, applicants must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. Preference in the selection process will be given to students who demonstrate financial need as determined by UMass Amherst's financial aid office. The scholarship is awarded through an automatic consideration process based on the completion of the General Application in the university's scholarship portal.
Kodandapani Family Scholarship in Nursing
The Kodandapani Family Scholarship in Nursing provides scholarship support to undergraduate students in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is specifically designed to support students who demonstrate high financial need as determined by the University and who are the first in their family to attend college. The award amount varies and is intended to help reduce financial barriers for first-generation college students pursuing nursing degrees. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform.
Kathleen Horan Berman Nursing Scholarship
This scholarship fund is a fitting tribute to the late Kathleen Berman and her passion for education, her nursing leadership and her strong commitment to helping others. Established to endow scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate degrees in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, recipients will be chosen based on financial need with priority to students who will broaden the College's racial and ethnic diversity. The scholarship provides financial support to nursing students who demonstrate need and contribute to increasing diversity within the nursing program.
Karen M. Plotkin Nursing Scholarship
The Karen M. Plotkin Nursing Scholarship provides financial support for undergraduate students enrolled in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at UMass Amherst who have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid. This scholarship was established by Mr. John L. Plotkin in beloved memory of his wife, Dr. Karen M. Plotkin. Dr. Karen M. Plotkin began her nursing career in the emergency room at Leominster Hospital and went on to work as a community visiting nurse. She earned both her Masters and PhD degrees from UMass Amherst and started her teaching career at UMass in 1993. Karen was passionate about being both a nurse and an educator, and her students consistently expressed gratitude for her dedication, inspiration, support, kindness and understanding. This scholarship honors Dr. Plotkin's legacy of excellence in nursing education and her commitment to supporting students pursuing nursing careers. Eligible students are automatically considered for the scholarship upon completing the General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship
The Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship is an endowed scholarship supporting accelerated nursing students in the second bachelors program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is specifically designed for students pursuing an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. The funding is provided by the Helene Fuld Health Trust to support qualified nursing students through their academic program. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal, making the application process streamlined for eligible candidates.
Helene and Joseph Forte, Jr. Scholarship
The Helene and Joseph Forte, Jr. Scholarship provides financial support to students enrolled in the accelerated second bachelor's degree program in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is designed to assist nursing students pursuing a second bachelor's degree through the accelerated program format. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship management system. The award amount varies and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
Helen A. Reid Scholarship
The Helen A. Reid Scholarship provides scholarship support for students enrolled in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who have financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. The scholarship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students pursuing nursing education. This fund was established by Dr. Patricia 'Pat' Reid Ponte, a 1976 undergraduate alumna of the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at UMass Amherst. Pat established this fund to honor her mother's legacy, Helen A. (Weber) Reid, who served as a nurse at Massachusetts General Hospital for many years. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application.
Enid S. Silverman Nursing Scholarship
The Enid S. Silverman Nursing Scholarship was established by Mr. Paul J. Silverman in memory of his wife, Enid S. Silverman, a graduate from UMass School of Education '69 and a Nurse Practitioner. This scholarship shall be awarded to students primarily based on financial need to undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in nursing programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. If the scholarship is awarded for graduate study, the recipient must have at least five years of nursing practice experience prior to entry into the graduate program. The award amount varies annually. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Elizabeth Woolrich Scholarship (Nursing)
Established by Robert Woolrich, '76G an alumnus from the School of Public Health and Health Sciences and his wife, Noeline, a registered nurse, this scholarship honors the memory of Mr. Woolrich's late mother Elizabeth and pays tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Woolrich's personal and professional interests in end-of-life care. The scholarship provides financial support for undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who have an interest in hospice, palliative and end-of-life care. Recipients are selected based on high academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.5 and demonstrated strong leadership skills through extracurricular, athletic, community, or other volunteer commitments. Applicants must write a short essay describing their interest in hospice, palliative and end-of-life care, and describe how they demonstrate leadership skills through various commitments. Additionally, applicants must maintain a clean judicial record with the University. Award amounts vary based on available funding.
Elizabeth Czapran Scholarship
Illustrating her recognition of the important role of nurses in our nation's healthcare, the late Elizabeth Czapran, BS '58 and MEd '72, established an endowed fund through her will to be known as the Elizabeth Czapran Scholarship. The fund endows scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students will be automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application.
Elizabeth Battey Marchese Memorial Scholarship
The Elizabeth Battey Marchese Memorial Scholarship Fund was established at the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst by the late Mr. Lawrence Marchese in memory of his late wife, who was a nurse. The scholarship fund provides financial support to students pursuing baccalaureate degrees within the College of Nursing. This memorial scholarship honors Elizabeth Battey Marchese's legacy in nursing by helping the next generation of nursing professionals complete their undergraduate education. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Dr. Rachel E. Tierney Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2009 by alumna Dr. Rachel E. Tierney, this fund endows scholarships for doctoral nursing students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Tierney is an alumna who received her BS in Nursing in 1962 and MS in psychiatric-mental health nursing in 1974 from the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing, as well as a PhD in health policy and management from the School of Public Health and Health Sciences in 1990. The scholarship supports nursing students pursuing a doctoral degree in Nursing who have completed the equivalent of one full year of doctoral course work and have interest in behavioral/mental health, public health, or health policy. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Dr. Lillian R. Goodman and Dr. Mary K. Alexander Fellowship
This fellowship was established by Dr. Goodman and Dr. Alexander to provide support to students pursuing a PhD at the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Goodman was a former Associate Dean and Acting Dean of the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at UMass Amherst and the former Dean of the Graduate School of Nursing at UMass Worcester. Dr. Alexander received her MS degree in Nursing from UMass Amherst and is the former Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Nursing at UMass Worcester. Recipients of the fellowship should demonstrate financial need, a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, as well as leadership potential within the nursing profession. Eligible recipients may not have a judicial record with the University. The fellowship provides variable financial support to doctoral nursing students who meet these criteria.
Dr. Eileen Hayes Memorial Scholarship
The Dr. Eileen Hayes Memorial Scholarship honors Dr. Eileen Hayes' memory and promotes the continuation of her work in nursing education. The scholarship supports graduate nursing students who share Dr. Hayes' passion for mentoring and coaching as teaching tools. Dr. Hayes was known for her distinguished career and contributions to nursing, particularly her research and publications on coaching methodologies. She advocated against punitive teaching styles and promoted coaching as a method to help practitioners gain more compliance from patients, particularly diabetic patients. The scholarship was established by Dr. Patrick J. Hayes, and is currently overseen by his children, Mrs. Suzanne Hayes-Daviau and Mr. Sean D. Hayes. Recipients must demonstrate interest in mentoring nurses and using coaching as a teaching tool, with plans to continue mentoring new professionals after graduation.
Dr. E. Ann Sheridan Scholarship
The Dr. E. Ann Sheridan Scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Sheridan, Professor Emerita, to endow an annual scholarship for an outstanding student in the Basic Baccalaureate Program within the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship supports students who have completed three years of undergraduate study and demonstrated a sustained interest in the nursing care of children and their families. Applicants must have a high grade point average of 3.5 or over and outstanding clinical skills in Pediatric Nursing as assessed by Clinical Faculty. Preference is given to students enrolled in the Honors Program and Massachusetts residents who have aspirations for advanced education in the field of Pediatric Nursing. The award amount varies from year to year based on endowment income.
Dr. Arthur I. and Dr. Helen M. Poland Scholarship
The Dr. Arthur I. and Dr. Helen M. Poland Scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student in the College of Natural Sciences who is in good academic standing, with first preference given to a student with demonstrated financial need. Dr. Arthur Poland '64, an astrophysicist, and Dr. Helen Poland, a veterinarian, believe that their educations helped them be successful in their careers and are committed to seeing that students become better educated in the sciences. This scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing education in natural sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students must re-apply each year to be eligible for renewability. The award amount varies by year and is determined based on available funds and the applicant pool.
Class of 1959: Faculty of the Future Fund
In honor of their 50th Reunion from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, the Class of 1959 was committed to finding a class gift that was of importance to their aging generation. The Class of 1959 Nursing Scholarship Endowment would forever help to ensure quality healthcare for themselves, their loved ones, and for the generations to come. The purpose of the scholarship is to offset the cost of education for a student pursuing a Ph.D. in Nursing. The current national nursing shortage is a major public health problem. This scholarship will help to offset this nursing shortage by creating more faculty members which will, in turn, increase the number of students enrolled in nursing programs. The recipient of the Class of 1959 Nursing Scholarship Endowment will receive support for academic and research activities related to obtaining a Ph.D. in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing based on exceptional merit, promise and financial need.
Amy Perrier College of Nursing Scholarship
The Amy Perrier College of Nursing Scholarship provides financial support for undergraduate or graduate students in the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is awarded annually to students majoring in Nursing who demonstrate financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Preference is given to students from Easthampton, Massachusetts or from Hampshire County, Massachusetts. If no students from these areas apply for scholarship support, the scholarship will be awarded to a student who most closely matches the aforementioned criteria. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application.
Oreana Merriam Scholarship
The Oreana Merriam Scholarship has been established to provide financial support to undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is specifically designed for sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are pursuing a major in either Environmental & Natural Resource Economics or Managerial Economics. The scholarship recognizes academic achievement and provides financial assistance to students demonstrating strong academic performance with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater. Recipients are selected based on their educational plans and goals related to their chosen degree program. The award helps support students as they pursue their studies in these economics-focused fields at UMass Amherst.
Marjorie Merchant Scholarship
The Marjorie Merchant Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship offered to students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are enrolled in Environmental & Natural Resource Economics or Managerial Economics programs. Recipients are selected based on demonstrated scholastic achievement and financial need. The scholarship provides variable funding to support students in achieving their educational goals related to their degree programs. This scholarship recognizes students who excel academically while pursuing studies in economics fields focused on environmental, natural resource, and managerial applications.
Knowlton Scholarship
The Knowlton Scholarship is awarded to students enrolled in Environmental & Natural Resource Economics or Managerial Economics programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate strong academic achievement in these fields. Recipients must be enrolled in one of the eligible economics programs and are required to describe their educational plans and career goals as part of the application process. The award amount varies depending on available funding and the number of qualified applicants.
Herbert L. Forest Scholarship
The Herbert L. Forest Scholarship supports juniors and seniors majoring in Environmental & Natural Resource Economics (ENRE), Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Food Science, Plant & Soil Science, Horticulture, Sustainable Food & Farming, and Turfgrass Management. Applicants should have a demonstrated career interest related to dairy marketing and must be in good academic standing. The scholarship was established to honor the late Herbert L. Forest, a distinguished alumnus of the Department of Resource Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Mr. Forest served as Director of the Dairy Division of the Agricultural Marketing Service of the United States Department of Agriculture for most of his career. He supervised the establishment and operation of Federal Milk Marketing Orders throughout the United States and was also involved in numerous international negotiations related to trade in dairy products. The scholarship fund has continued to benefit from the contributions of his family, friends, and admirers since Mr. Forest's death in 1993. The award amount ranges from $2,000 to $4,500 and is intended to support students with demonstrated career interests in dairy marketing and related agricultural fields.
Helen Whittier Scholarship
The Helen Whittier Scholarship is a scholarship opportunity for students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are enrolled in Environmental & Natural Resource Economics or Managerial Economics programs. This award provides financial support to help students achieve their educational goals related to their degree programs. The scholarship amount varies and is intended to assist students pursuing studies in these specific economic disciplines. Applicants must be enrolled in either the Environmental & Natural Resource Economics program or the Managerial Economics program at UMass Amherst to be eligible for this award.
Walter Chesnut Music Scholarship
The Walter Chesnut Music Scholarship is established to provide scholarship support for a music major whose primary applied area is trumpet and has demonstrated the highest standards of musical excellence. This scholarship is awarded through the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is intended to recognize and support outstanding trumpet students pursuing their music education. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Walker Gibson Prize
The Walker Gibson Prize is awarded for the best essay on a subject in Composition and Rhetoric at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This prize opportunity is specifically designed for graduate students in English who submit papers from graduate seminars, excluding independent studies. Essays must be written for an audience of teachers and scholars in composition studies. The prize recognizes excellence in scholarly writing within the field of composition and rhetoric.
Valuing Humanities Scholarship
This scholarship supports rising seniors majoring in Philosophy, or students with another major in the College of the Humanities and Fine Arts with a secondary major in Philosophy, with demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is offered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst and aims to support students pursuing humanities education with a focus on philosophical studies. Preference is given to residents of Massachusetts, emphasizing support for local students committed to the humanities.
UMass Theater & Dance Summer Study Abroad Scholarship
The UMass Theater & Dance Summer Study Abroad Scholarship provides financial support for University of Massachusetts Amherst Theater and Dance students participating in the UMass Summer Abroad Program at the Accademia dell'Arte in Arezzo, Italy. This scholarship is designed to help offset the costs associated with international study and cultural immersion experiences for students pursuing theater and dance education. The scholarship supports students seeking to enhance their artistic training through intensive summer study abroad programs. Applicants must be currently enrolled in the specified summer program at the Accademia dell'Arte and demonstrate how the experience aligns with their personal and professional goals in theater and dance.
The W. Scott Jeffery Award (Spring)
The W. Scott Jeffery Award is established to honor Scott Jeffery's deeply appreciated and irreplaceable contribution to the English Department's Professional Writing Program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. An award in his name is made each year to a University of Massachusetts Amherst undergraduate student matriculating in the professional writing program. The award recognizes outstanding students enrolled in the PWTC Certificate Program and provides financial support to continue their studies in professional writing. This scholarship celebrates excellence in professional writing education and honors the legacy of Scott Jeffery's contributions to the field.
The Fletcher Henderson Memorial / Max Roach Scholarship Award
The Fletcher Henderson Memorial / Max Roach Scholarship Award supports undergraduate or graduate students or students studying in summer programs who have demonstrated outstanding musical talent and meritorious service in the area of Afro-American Music and Jazz. This scholarship honors the legacies of Fletcher Henderson and Max Roach, two iconic figures in jazz history. Recipients will be determined on the basis of music auditions judged by members of the Afro-American Music faculty in the Department of Music and Dance. The award provides financial support to students pursuing studies in Afro-American Music and Jazz at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Susan M. and Larry G. Benedict Scholarship
The Susan M. and Larry G. Benedict Scholarship Endowment was created to provide undergraduate scholarship support for students within the Department of Theater who are studying theater design, production, and management. Special consideration will be given to sophomores and juniors who have demonstrated technical proficiency and a commitment of professionalism. Final award decisions will be made by a departmental awards committee which will consider all the nominations, in consultation with the Chair and Theater faculty and staff.
Sumner M. Greenfield Memorial Scholarship
The Sumner M. Greenfield Memorial Scholarship is a scholarship opportunity established to provide financial assistance to graduate students in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship specifically supports students who are studying or will be studying in Spain for one or more semesters. Applicants must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better to be eligible for this award. The scholarship honors the memory of Sumner M. Greenfield and aims to facilitate international educational experiences for graduate students in Spanish and Portuguese language studies.
Simon & Satenig Ermonian Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching
The Simon & Satenig Ermonian Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching is a scholarship awarded by the University of Massachusetts Amherst to recognize outstanding work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. The award is based on academic performance, excellence in coursework and examinations, and good progress toward completion of the graduate degree. Recipients must be nominated by a faculty member for consideration. This award celebrates graduate students who demonstrate exceptional teaching abilities while maintaining strong academic standing in their graduate programs.
Sheryl McCormick Asian Studies Scholarship
The Sheryl McCormick Asian Studies Scholarship is awarded to students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who demonstrate excellence in Asian Studies. This scholarship recognizes the best all-around achievement record among students majoring in Chinese, majoring in Japanese, or pursuing a Korean Studies Certificate. The award is designed to support undergraduate students who have shown outstanding academic performance and dedication to Asian language and cultural studies. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
Sherry and George Dickerman Design Scholarship
The Sherry and George Dickerman Design Scholarship was established to provide financial support for students enrolled in the Department of Architecture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who have a particular interest in interior design. This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate both academic achievement and a commitment to gainful employment during their studies. Eligible recipients must have financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Additionally, applicants must be employed either during the academic year or during summer breaks, demonstrating their work ethic and dedication to their education.
Robert W Joyce Scholarship for History Students
The Robert W Joyce Scholarship for History Students provides financial support for undergraduate or graduate students majoring in History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The fund is designed to support students in the form of scholarships, support for internships, or travel assistance to pursue opportunities in their area of scholarly interest. The scholarship is open to both undergraduate and graduate History students who maintain good academic standing. Selection for the award is made based on two primary criteria: academic scholarship and documented financial need. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Robert McNeal Scholarship
The Robert McNeal Scholarship is awarded annually to students majoring in History based on need and merit. This scholarship is available to University of Massachusetts Amherst students and is awarded through the university's general application process. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship upon completion of the General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Robert D. Gordon '48 and Nancy M. Gordon '49 Scholarship in the Fine Arts
The Robert D. Gordon '48 and Nancy M. Gordon '49 Scholarship in the Fine Arts was established to provide scholarship(s) for undergraduate student(s) entering their senior year and majoring in Painting and Printmaking; Ceramics and Sculpting; or Computer Art, Intermedia, and Animation. This scholarship is administered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst and students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application. The award amount varies depending on available funds and the number of qualified applicants.
Robert A. Rothstein Prize
The Robert A. Rothstein Prize is given annually to one or more undergraduate students who have excelled in the Russian, Eurasian, and Polish Studies Program. Eligible students should demonstrate a sustained commitment to coursework, language acquisition, or cultural activities in the Program. The Robert A. Rothstein Prize Fund has been established in honor of Professor Robert Rothstein, who directed the Russian, Eurasian, and Polish Studies Program at UMass Amherst and also held the Amesbury Professorship in Polish Language, Literature and Culture. Over his tenure, Professor Rothstein educated generations of students; he taught Russian, Polish, and Yiddish as well as numerous courses in folklore and linguistics. He built ties with the local communities, and instilled a love of languages and cultures on- and off-campus. Applications must include a 500-word essay on academic and cultural contributions to the REPS program.
Richard Jones Award Fund
The Richard Jones Award Fund is an annual scholarship established at the University of Massachusetts Amherst to support highly qualified undergraduate students majoring in dance. This award provides financial assistance to students pursuing their passion in dance education at the undergraduate level. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system, making the application process streamlined for eligible students.
Richard Humphreys Award for Excellence in Painting
The Richard Humphreys Award for Excellence in Painting is an undergraduate scholarship established to provide support for students in the painting program within the Department of Art at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This award recognizes excellence in painting and supports talented undergraduate art students pursuing their education in this discipline. Applicants are required to submit a portfolio containing 3-5 images or links to time-based work in a single PDF format, along with a 150-word statement describing their work. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Richard Gassan Memorial Graduate Scholarship
The Richard Gassan Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of Dr. Richard Gassan, a 2002 Ph.D. alumnus of the University of Massachusetts Amherst History Department. Established by friends and family of Dr. Gassan, the scholarship supports travel to research collections by History doctoral students. This award is specifically designed to enable doctoral candidates in History to access archives, libraries, and other research collections essential to advancing their dissertation research. The scholarship provides financial support to cover travel expenses and related research costs for students conducting archival work and primary source research.
Richard Bauer Scholarship
The Richard Bauer Scholarship is a scholarship opportunity designed to support undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and are majoring in History. This scholarship recognizes students who have shown outstanding performance in their academic pursuits within the history discipline. The award amount varies depending on available funds and the number of qualified applicants. Applicants are required to submit an essay detailing their fit for the scholarship and provide a faculty reference from the history department.
Richard & Susan Roznoy Scholarship
The Richard & Susan Roznoy Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate music majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are in their freshman, sophomore, or junior years. This scholarship is specifically designed for string players who participate in the UMass Symphony Orchestra. The award recognizes talented student musicians who contribute to the university's orchestral program while pursuing their undergraduate music degree.
Professor Chester Davis Scholarship - Spring
The Professor Chester Davis Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students in the W.E.B Du Bois Department of Afro-American Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student majoring in Afro-American Studies. Preference will be given to a first generation student with financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Selection of recipients will be made by the W.E.B. Du Bois Department of Afro-American Studies scholarship committee in consultation with the department chair. The scholarship is not automatically renewable, but award recipients may reapply in subsequent years. Students are automatically considered based on completion of the General Application.
Priscilla Kalajian Scholarship
This scholarship provides support to students with demonstrated need majoring in French and Francophone Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Preference will be given to incoming first-year students, while current students must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrate leadership ability in student groups supporting French and Francophone Studies or other campus activities. Recipients may apply for renewal for a second year, making this a renewable scholarship opportunity for qualified students pursuing studies in French language and Francophone cultures.
Potash Travel Grant for Latin America, Spain, or Portugal
The Potash Travel Award is awarded annually by the History Department to a student who plans to engage in research or pursue a course of study at an established university in Spain, Portugal, or Latin American country. Applicants must be in good standing and enrolled as an undergraduate in the Certificate Program in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies. Applicants must have a working knowledge of the appropriate language as defined by the Certificate Program regulations and the award will go to the student with the best travel and research proposal. This may be a field research project involving use of archives and/or libraries, or it may consist of attending a course of study at an established institution of higher learning. In either case, the student will be expected to spend a minimum of six weeks in the country or countries visited. Proposals that involve simply the study of Spanish or Portuguese will not be considered.
Potash Graduate Travel Grant for Latin America, Spain, or Portugal
The Potash Graduate Travel Award is awarded annually by the History Department to a student who plans to engage in research or pursue a course of study at an established university in Spain, Portugal, or Latin American country. Applicants must be in good standing and enrolled as a graduate student in History. He or she must have a working knowledge of the appropriate language as defined by the Certificate Program regulations. The award will go to the student with the best travel and research proposal. This may be a field research project involving the use of archives and/or libraries, or it may consist of attending a course of study at an established institution of higher learning. In either case, the student will be expected to spend a minimum of six weeks in the country or countries visited. Proposals that involve simply the study of Spanish or Portuguese will not be considered.
Phyllis Weidig Tutoring Fund
The Phyllis Weidig Tutoring Fund provides awards for undergraduate or graduate students employed at the UMass Amherst Writing Center who, in the view of its director, have distinguished themselves as tutors. This scholarship recognizes exceptional tutoring work and is awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding service in supporting their peers' writing development at the university's Writing Center.
Philip Bezanson Scholarship
The Philip Bezanson Scholarship is a scholarship opportunity at the University of Massachusetts Amherst designed to support one or more students majoring in Music. The scholarship specifically targets students whose primary applied area is voice or composition. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst Scholarships portal. This is a merit-based scholarship administered through the university's financial aid services to support talented music students in their academic pursuits.
Paul E. Giguere Scholarship in History
The Paul E. Giguere Scholarship in History is a financial aid opportunity for undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship provides support to students majoring in History who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship gives preference to students who have served or are currently serving in the military, those who show an interest in pursuing a career in teaching or writing, and previous recipients of this scholarship. Applicants are required to submit a one-page essay explaining why they would be the best fit for this scholarship and must provide a reference from a member of the history faculty. The award amount varies and is determined on a case-by-case basis based on financial need and merit.
Ornest Award Fund
A scholarship to support an undergraduate music major whose primary applied musical area is voice with a demonstrated commitment to musical performance. The recipient must have been a music major for two years at UMass Amherst in order to establish his/her academic and musical credentials. The student should demonstrate an active commitment to making music in as many ways as possible.
Nicholas Carr Bergstein Scholarship
The Nicholas Carr Bergstein Scholarship supports undergraduate students majoring in History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, with preference given to individuals planning a career in teaching. Special consideration is given to students enrolled in the Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) at UMass Amherst, as well as candidates interested in pursuing careers in higher education. The scholarship also prioritizes students involved with mentoring, tutoring, or those considered to be commendable teaching assistants. Additionally, applicants who have shown a demonstrated commitment to diversity and tolerance through volunteer work, academics, or a combination of other endeavors are given special consideration. Recipients may reapply in subsequent years, making this a potentially renewable opportunity for qualified students.
Nathaniel C. Hadley '99 Award
The Nathaniel C. Hadley '99 Award is a scholarship established to support students in their second year of the master's program in Architecture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients will be determined by the Chair of the Department of Architecture in consultation with its faculty. The Department Chair also will have the discretion to make multiple awards should the fund be at a sufficient level to make these awards meaningful. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Nadine Shank Double Major Scholarship
The Nadine Shank Double Major Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who are pursuing a double major with one major in the Department of Music and Dance and another major in a non-arts field. This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate commitment to both artistic and academic excellence across disciplines. The award is designed to support students who balance the rigorous demands of music or dance studies with coursework in other academic areas outside the arts. Recipients must maintain active enrollment in both majors throughout the scholarship period.
Meredith B. Raymond Scholarship
The Meredith B. Raymond Scholarship provides scholarship support to graduate students in English who are specializing in English literature from any period prior to the 20th century. This opportunity is designed to support advanced doctoral candidates pursuing research in pre-modern or early modern English literary studies. Eligible recipients must demonstrate an academic record at the honors level and must have filed their dissertation prospectus before the deadline. The scholarship aims to recognize and support excellence in graduate-level English literature scholarship, specifically for students focusing on historical periods of English literature.
May Prize for Piano Performance
The May Prize for Piano Performance is a scholarship opportunity established to support a student with demonstrated extraordinary musical talent in the area of piano performance. This award recognizes excellence in piano performance among students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application, making the application process streamlined for eligible students. The prize provides financial support to help talented pianists continue their musical education and development.
Maureen Tracy Venti Memorial Scholarship
The Maureen Tracy Venti Memorial Scholarship provides financial support to students in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is intended to support rising sophomores who demonstrate financial need and maintain academic performance. Eligible recipients must be rising sophomores enrolled in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts with demonstrated financial need as determined by UMass Amherst. Recipients must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8 to receive and continue the scholarship. The scholarship is renewable for the student's junior and senior years, provided the recipient continues to meet all eligibility requirements. The donor intends for two scholarships of $5,000 each to be awarded annually, providing sustained support throughout the undergraduate experience. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship upon completion of the General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Mary McGarry Morris and Margaret McGarry Chiriaco Scholarship
Undergraduate scholarship made possible by the generous donation by English alumna, Mary McGarry Morris and her mother, Margaret McGarry Ciriaco. This scholarship opportunity provides support to undergraduate English majors based on financial need and academic merit. Applicants must have taken at least one creative writing course as an undergraduate student.
Marvin Ogilvie Memorial Grant for Foreign Language Studies
This grant provides support for intensive summer foreign language study or research in foreign-language sources for students with a bona fide need to do dissertation or thesis research in a foreign language. Priority is given to students in European history and the history of science. The grant is awarded based on descending criteria: (1) students with basic or intermediate mastery of a relevant foreign language who need intensive summer study to read written sources and communicate with archivists and librarians confidently; (2) students with basic or intermediate mastery who need intensive summer study in a second language necessary for dissertation or thesis research; (3) students with advanced mastery who would use the grant to support travel to collections to conduct research in foreign-language sources. While priority goes to students in European history and history of science, students in other fields may apply. Students in U.S. History may apply if they have a bona fide need to work with foreign language sources, though the grant is not intended solely for passing foreign language examinations.
Margaret Salamone Polaski Art Scholarship
The Margaret Salamone Polaski Art Scholarship was established in memory of Margaret Salamone Polaski to honor her deep passion for art and appreciation for all that Art Education does for the public schools. This award provides financial support to Art Education licensure students who demonstrate a love of art and a strong commitment to sharing their knowledge with others. Recipients must be pursuing an Art Education licensure at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship recognizes students dedicated to preparing for careers as art educators in public schools, continuing Margaret Salamone Polaski's legacy of supporting arts education.
Luise Bronner Scholarship Fund
The Luise Bronner Scholarship Fund supports students majoring in a foreign language at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students pursuing language studies. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
Louis S. Greenbaum History Writing Prize
The Louis S. Greenbaum History Writing Prize recognizes outstanding papers written for history courses at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. All topics are eligible, and essays by both history majors and non-majors may be entered. The prize is divided into two categories: a class-essay division for papers of 8 to 12 pages, and a term-paper division for longer research papers. Papers are nominated by faculty members, though students who believe their work is particularly strong are encouraged to ask their instructors if their papers might qualify for consideration.
Lisa Hayward Basile Scholarship (Undergraduate) (Spring)
The Lisa Hayward Basile Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship offered by the University of Massachusetts Amherst to support students enrolled in the Art Education Program. The scholarship is specifically designed to assist students who demonstrate financial need as determined by UMass Amherst's financial aid office. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal, requiring no separate application process beyond the initial general application submission.
LeeAnn Smith White Prize
The LeeAnn Smith White Prize is awarded for the best essay on a topic that falls within the broad area of American cultural and literary studies. Any fruitful topic on American culture may be addressed, but essays touching on LeeAnn's own interests—literature, music, and the visual arts, as well as place, landscape, the environment, and issues of identity—are especially welcome. The essay may be in the genre of an academic argument for a scholarly journal or a familiar essay for a popular venue such as The New Yorker, Harpers, or The Women's Review of Books. This prize is offered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is designed to recognize excellence in graduate-level English essay writing focused on American cultural studies.
Kathleen Lugosch Architecture Award Fund
The Kathleen Lugosch Architecture Award Fund was established to support graduate students in the Master of Architecture program with financial need as determined by UMass Amherst. Preference will be given to socioeconomically disadvantaged students, who are disproportionately impacted by the lack of resources to continue their educational pursuits. This scholarship aims to remove financial barriers for students pursuing their architectural education at the graduate level. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application and do not need to submit a separate application for this award.
Jumpstart Grants for Dissertation Research
These grants are available to doctoral students who defended their prospectus in the Spring semester or who defended their prospectus within the past two semesters (that is, in the previous calendar year) and are intended to jumpstart dissertation research. The award may cover travel to collections as well as the acquisition of equipment or library materials needed to advance research. This opportunity is offered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship program to support early-stage dissertation work for recently advanced doctoral candidates.
Julian Olevsky Memorial Scholarship in Violin
The Julian Olevsky Memorial Scholarship in Violin is established to provide scholarships in violin for undergraduate and/or graduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is awarded to an outstanding artist-violinist who demonstrates exceptional skill and artistry in violin performance. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal. The award amount varies and is determined annually.
John H. Martin Award
The John H. Martin Award is established to support students in their second year of the master's program in Architecture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients will be determined by the Chair of the Department of Architecture in consultation with its faculty. The Department Chair also will have the discretion to make multiple awards should the fund be at a sufficient level to make these awards meaningful. This is an internal scholarship for UMass Amherst graduate students pursuing a Master's degree in Architecture.
History Graduate Travel Grant
This fund provides travel grants to graduate students majoring in History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The grants support travel that augments research related to the recipient's thesis or dissertation. Awards are made in the spring semester and funding amounts vary based on need and availability. Students must demonstrate how their travel will enhance their research and provide a detailed budget. Previous recipients may apply again if they can show how additional funding would further their research beyond their earlier award.
Henry and Jean Hall Humanities and Fine Arts Scholarship Fund
The Henry and Jean Hall Humanities and Fine Arts Scholarship Fund is a scholarship opportunity offered by the University of Massachusetts Amherst that supports students majoring in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. The scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students who demonstrate financial need and maintain good academic standing. Recipients are selected based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform. This scholarship reflects the commitment to supporting students pursuing education in the humanities and fine arts disciplines at UMass Amherst.
Harvey Swados Fiction Prize in Fiction
The Harvey Swados Fiction Prize in Fiction is an annual award established to recognize and reward the author of the best piece of fiction produced during the academic year at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This prize supports creative writing students and encourages excellence in fiction writing, whether in the form of a short story or a novel. The award provides financial recognition for outstanding literary achievement in fiction writing. Applicants are required to submit their fiction work for consideration through the university's scholarship platform.
Hands-on Graduate Grants
These grants are for MA or Ph.D. students of History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and are designed to support a graduate student's desire to learn by doing. Fundable activities include archaeological or architectural field schools, GIS courses, curatorial experiences, or workshops in film or digital media. Grants can be used toward tuition, travel, and housing expenses related to these hands-on learning experiences. The program aims to enable graduate students in History to gain practical skills and experiential learning opportunities that advance their larger scholarly or academic aims.
Geraldine Shank Collaborative Piano Award
The Geraldine Shank Collaborative Piano Award is given in honor of Geraldine Shank to recognize a pianist who has excelled in the special art of collaborative playing. This award is offered through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship program and is funded by Professor Nadine E. Shank. The award provides financial support to a deserving pianist who demonstrates excellence in collaborative piano performance. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system.
George M. Wardlaw Art Department Scholarship
The George M. Wardlaw Art Department Scholarship was established to provide financial support to one or more undergraduate or graduate art majors on the basis of demonstrated excellence in the visual arts. This scholarship recognizes students who have shown exceptional talent and achievement in their visual arts studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Applicants will be automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal. Please note that this scholarship requires the submission of a portfolio demonstrating the applicant's visual arts work and capabilities.
General John A. and Evangeline W. Maginnis Scholarship
The General John A. and Evangeline W. Maginnis Scholarship is a need-based scholarship program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship supports undergraduate students who are majoring in English. The award is provided based on demonstrated financial need and is available to eligible students who complete the General Application through the university's scholarship platform. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship once they submit their General Application.
Futures of Art History Scholarship
The Futures of Art History Scholarship provides financial support to upper-level History of Art and Architecture majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship gives preference to students from educational, cultural, or geographic backgrounds that are underrepresented in the field of art history, as well as to students who have experienced financial hardship. Priority is also given to students who have demonstrated sustained commitment to diversity, including efforts to reduce social, educational, or economic disparities based on race, ethnicity, or gender, or to improve race relations in academic, professional, or civic contexts. Eligible students must maintain good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and have no incomplete grades on their record. The scholarship awards $5,000 to support students pursuing studies in art history and architecture at UMass Amherst.
Friends of Music Senior Award
The Friends of Music Senior Award is given to music majors who are graduating seniors and have distinguished themselves in the Department of Music and Dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This award recognizes outstanding achievement and contribution to the music program during the student's undergraduate career. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application, making it a recognition-based award for exceptional music students completing their degree.
Frank Prentice Rand Scholarship in Drama
The Frank Prentice Rand Scholarship in Drama was established to provide one or more scholarships for undergraduate or graduate drama students in the Department of Theater at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are chosen primarily based on exceptional scholarship and achievement in dramatic arts and secondarily on the basis of financial need. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Frank Prentice Rand Fund
The Frank Prentice Rand Fund is a scholarship established to support students majoring in Theater or Art at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship awards are made to students who demonstrate both academic merit and documented financial need. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship platform, making the application process streamlined for eligible students.
Excellence in Art
The Excellence in Art Scholarship is awarded by the Art Department at the University of Massachusetts Amherst to undergraduate art majors who demonstrate dedication and passion for the studio arts. This scholarship recognizes outstanding students pursuing their artistic education and development. The award provides financial support to help offset educational costs for students committed to excellence in the visual and studio arts. Applicants are automatically considered based on their completed General Application, though submission of a portfolio is required as part of the application materials.
Environmental Justice Fund
This scholarship supports undergraduate students with a demonstrated commitment to creating change in the context of environmental racism and related social justice issues. Rising juniors and seniors must have an existing commitment to activism through writing for a public audience and other ways of raising awareness, including through academic, campus, or community involvement. Preference will be for a student in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts with a GPA of 3.5 or more. The award provides $1,000 to support students who are actively engaged in environmental justice advocacy and social change efforts.
English Opportunity Fund
The English Opportunity Fund provides grants for undergraduate English majors to pursue opportunities that will augment and enhance their academic experience. This funding supports various activities designed to enrich students' educational journey and professional development. Approved funding opportunities include purchasing books and computer supplies, participating in study abroad programs, securing internships, and attending conferences off-campus. The fund aims to help English majors expand their academic horizons and gain valuable experiences that complement their classroom learning.
English Faculty Award
The English Faculty Award is a prize that honors the best essay written for an English course by an undergraduate English major during the current academic year. The award recognizes exceptional writing on any subject, with the exception of literature written between the years 1558 and 1667. Eligible essays must originate from a course taken in the English Department from the current or prior two semesters. Essays from College Writing courses (Englwrit 111 or 112) do not qualify for this prize as they are not English Department courses. The award amount varies and is selected based on the quality of the submitted essay.
Ellsworth and Mary Barnard Scholarship
The Ellsworth and Mary Barnard Scholarship is a scholarship opportunity designed to support full-time students in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is available to rising juniors or seniors who are pursuing their undergraduate education within the college. The award amount varies and students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal. This opportunity provides financial support to help students in humanities and fine arts disciplines continue their academic pursuits.
Ellert Brauner Scholarship
The Ellert Brauner Scholarship was established to support one or more students whose major is in German at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Recipients are selected on the basis of academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship gives special recognition in the selection process to students participating in the Baden-Wuerttemberg Program, which is an exchange program between UMass Amherst and universities in the Baden-Württemberg region of Germany. This scholarship provides financial support to help German language and culture students pursue their educational goals.
Ed Golden Acting Scholarship
The Ed Golden Acting Scholarship honors the exemplary teaching career of Professor Emeritus Edward J. Golden by recognizing and fostering students with exceptional acting talent through scholarship awards. This scholarship is designated for Theater majors who are either sophomores or juniors and have demonstrated outstanding promise and commitment to the art of acting. Demonstrated financial need will be considered in the selection process. Final award decisions are made by a departmental awards committee, which considers all nominations in consultation with the Chair and Theater faculty and staff. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Dr. Judith Barter Scholarship
The Dr. Judith Barter Scholarship provides financial support for students pursuing the Graduate Certificate in Public History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship is specifically designed to facilitate unpaid or underpaid internships in the public history field, helping to offset the financial burden students may face when taking on internship positions that offer limited or no compensation. Students who wish to be considered for this award must apply to the Charles Hyde Internship Award. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Dr. Jean E. Ferson Memorial Scholarship
The Dr. Jean E. Ferson Memorial Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students enrolled in the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) program, or its successor, at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This scholarship honors the memory of Dr. Jean E. Ferson and aims to support students pursuing studies in gender, sexuality, and related fields. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Dr. Charles K. Hyde Public History Program Fellowship
The Dr. Charles K. Hyde Public History Program Fellowship provides support for students pursuing the Graduate Certificate in Public History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This fellowship is designed to facilitate unpaid or underpaid internships for students whether they are in the History Department or an allied department. The award helps students gain practical experience in public history through internship opportunities while offsetting the financial burden of unpaid or low-paid positions.
Dr. Alex Deschamps Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Alex Deschamps, a vital and vibrant faculty member of the University of Massachusetts Amherst community. She joined the faculty of Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies in 1995, before moving to the Commonwealth Honors College as a full-time Associate Dean in the fall of 2018. This award is for current UMass students majoring or minoring in WGSS and doing work preferably but not exclusively on black feminisms or women of color feminisms. The work could be related to current or planned coursework, internships, jobs, or activist projects. Recipients are required to write a half page reflection paper about their research project or creative inquiry experience to be submitted by September 2026.
Department Chair's Award for BFA Project
The Department Chair's Award for BFA Project is awarded by the Art Department Chair to undergraduate art majors who demonstrate dedication and passion for the studio arts. This scholarship recognizes students who have successfully completed ART402: BFA Degree Project and requires submission of a portfolio. The award is available to students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and provides variable financial support to outstanding undergraduate art students who have demonstrated excellence in their BFA degree project work.
Dennis Goeckel and Karen Skolfield Poetry Award
The Karen Skolfield and Dennis Goeckel Poetry Award is a biennial award made in even years to support students enrolled to study Poetry at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award recognizes students who are in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.2. This scholarship supports creative writing students with a focus on poetry, providing financial assistance to help them pursue their studies in this literary art form.
Delaney Fellowship
The Delaney Fellowship is established to provide financial support for a non-traditional student pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Preference is given to women returning to pursue their graduate degree several years after completing undergraduate work. The award may be made for recruitment purposes or for matriculated students to recognize need or merit, and the fellowship is renewable. Selection is based on application and review consistent with other awards, as determined by the program director in consultation with faculty.
Deborah Slosberg Memorial Award in Poetry and Writing
The Deborah Slosberg Memorial Award in Poetry and Writing was established in memory of Deborah Slosberg by her mother to provide one or more yearly prizes to Master of Fine Arts (MFA) students enrolled in the Master of Fine Arts Program for Poets and Writers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The MFA Scholarship Committee evaluates eligible students whose work demonstrates substantial and worthy achievement throughout their entire career in the program. This memorial award recognizes excellence in poetry and writing among graduate students in the MFA program, honoring the legacy of Deborah Slosberg while supporting creative writers in their academic pursuits.
Deborah Fennessy Memorial Endowment
The Deborah Fennessy Memorial Endowment was established to provide one or more awards annually to provide scholarship aid for recognition of outstanding undergraduate or graduate students who are currently enrolled full-time as majors as determined by an Art Department selection committee. This scholarship recognizes academic excellence in the arts and requires the submission of a portfolio as part of the application process. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the University of Massachusetts Amherst scholarship system.
David W. Briggs Scholarship in Memory of Jean S. Briggs
The David W. Briggs Scholarship in Memory of Jean S. Briggs is established to support students with demonstrated financial need and a cumulative GPA of no less than 3.5 whose major is in Music. The scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated a continuous record of community service to their home community, Amherst and its environs, and/or to the University community. This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Jean S. Briggs by supporting academically excellent music students who are committed to serving their communities.
David J. Lane German Fund
The David J. Lane German Fund provides scholarship support to undergraduate or graduate students who are majoring in German at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This fund helps students pursuing their academic studies in the German language and related fields. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
David H. MacDonnell Fund
The David H. MacDonnell Scholarship is awarded to a rising junior with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who is a declared history major, with a preference for a student specializing in Irish or British History. If no student is found with this specialization, then the scholarship will be awarded to a student with an American History specialization. The scholarship may be renewed for the senior year if the recipient maintains the 3.0 GPA. This scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing history degrees at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, providing financial assistance to help defray educational costs. The award amount varies based on available funds and is intended to recognize academic achievement in the field of history.
Daniel and Merrily Glosband MFA Fellowship in Poetry
The Daniel and Merrily Glosband MFA Fellowship in Poetry is a prestigious fellowship established to recognize and support a student in the Masters of Fine Arts (MFA) English/Poetry Program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This fellowship is awarded to a student of exceptional merit and promise who demonstrates outstanding achievement in poetry. The fellowship provides financial support to help the selected student pursue their graduate studies in poetry and develop their craft. Recipients are chosen based on the quality and promise of their creative work in poetry.
Cleo Zoukis Ploussios Memorial Scholarship
The Cleo Zoukis Ploussios Memorial Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate English majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is based on academic achievement and financial need. Recipients are automatically considered through the General Application process and do not need to submit a separate application for this specific scholarship. The award amount varies depending on available funds and the number of qualified applicants.
Class of 1976 Humanities Scholarship
The Class of 1976 Humanities Scholarship is awarded to University of Massachusetts Amherst Bachelor's degree candidates who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.7 and plan to continue their education in a Master's degree program within the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. This scholarship recognizes outstanding undergraduate students transitioning to graduate studies in humanities disciplines. The award ranges from $3,000 to $4,000 and supports students' educational advancement in the humanities. Applicants must have applied to or been accepted into a graduate program in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at UMass Amherst.
Class of 1945 Merit Scholarship Fund
The Class of 1945 Merit Scholarship Fund was established to provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This merit-based scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate strong academic performance and achievement. Recipients must maintain good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.5 or higher. The scholarship particularly aims to support students who are members of the Minuteman Marching Band, though this is stated as a preference rather than a strict requirement. The award amount varies and students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship portal.
Class of 1940 Creative Writing Awards
The Class of 1940 Creative Writing Awards are established to recognize and reward creative writing achievements by undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This award supports undergraduate students who have taken creative writing courses and demonstrated excellence in poetry and/or fiction writing. The award provides financial recognition for outstanding unpublished creative works in these literary genres.
Class of 1933 Scholarship Fund
The Class of 1933 Scholarship Fund is a scholarship opportunity at the University of Massachusetts Amherst for undergraduate students majoring in foreign languages. This scholarship is awarded to rising juniors or seniors who demonstrate academic achievement in language studies. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship upon completing the General Application through the UMass Amherst scholarship system. The award amount varies based on available funds and is intended to support students pursuing foreign language education at UMass Amherst.
Charles A. Peters Prize (Undergraduate)
Established in memory of Dr. Charles A. Peters, Class of 1897, by the College Shakespearean Club to encourage and aid students with high academic standing at the Amherst Campus of the University of Massachusetts in the undergraduate and graduate level who are specializing in Shakespeare or his contemporaries in the Elizabethan Period (1558-1603). The prize is awarded to the best essay on English literature written between 1558 and 1625. Essay must be at least 2,500 words long and must have originated from courses taken in the English department from the current or prior two semesters. This competitive prize recognizes outstanding scholarly work in Renaissance literature and encourages deep engagement with the works of Shakespeare and his contemporaries.
Charles A. Peters Prize (Graduate)
The Charles A. Peters Prize is a graduate-level award established in memory of Dr. Charles A. Peters, Class of 1897, by the College Shakespearean Club. This prize encourages and aids graduate students with high academic standing at the Amherst Campus of the University of Massachusetts who are specializing in Shakespeare or his contemporaries in the Elizabethan Period (1558-1603). The prize is awarded to the best essay on English literature written between 1558 and 1625. To qualify, the essay must be at least 2,500 words long and must have originated from courses taken in the English department from the current or prior two semesters. This award supports scholarly excellence in English Renaissance literature studies.
Celeste M. and John F. Loughman Memorial Scholarship in English
The Celeste M. and John F. Loughman Memorial Scholarship in English was established to provide a scholarship of at least $4,000 to English majors in their sophomore, junior, or senior year. Scholarship recipients will be selected by the Chair of the Department of English, taking into consideration academic achievement and financial need as determined by their application with the Financial Aid Office. Scholarship recipients should have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. This scholarship is a one-time award and is not renewable. Students have the option to reapply for the award each year.
Cara Parravani Memorial Award in Fiction
The Cara Parravani Memorial Award in Fiction is a memorial scholarship established by the family of Cara Parravani (MFA '07) to recognize excellence in fiction writing among students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The award honors the legacy of Cara Parravani, a distinguished graduate of the MFA program, and supports emerging fiction writers pursuing their studies at UMass Amherst. Applicants are required to submit one PDF document containing up to 20 pages of unpublished fiction for consideration. All submissions must be original, unpublished work, and should not include the author's name on the document to ensure blind review. The award provides a monetary prize of $250 to recognize outstanding achievement in creative fiction writing. This opportunity is designed for students who demonstrate exceptional skill and promise in fiction writing. If applicants are submitting to multiple awards with identical submissions, only one set of documents is required. However, if submissions vary for different awards, a cover sheet should be included listing the titles of each piece and indicating which awards each work should be considered for. The award serves to encourage and celebrate creative excellence in the literary arts at the university.
Caldwell Writing Prize
The Caldwell Writing Prize is awarded through the Caldwell Endowment to recognize excellence in academic writing by MA students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Two prizes are awarded annually for the best article-length research papers written by MA students in the previous calendar year. Awards can also be given to an MA thesis. This prize provides recognition and financial support for outstanding graduate student research writing across disciplines.
Best New Poets Anthology
The Best New Poets Anthology is a nomination opportunity for poets to be considered for publication in the Best New Poets anthology the following year. Submissions are judged by the University of Massachusetts Amherst for nomination consideration. This is a publication opportunity that recognizes emerging poetic talent and provides poets with the opportunity to have their work published in an anthology collection. Poets submit their work for review, and selected nominees are considered for inclusion in the upcoming year's anthology.
Bauer-Gordon Graduate Summer Research Fellowships
The Bauer-Gordon Graduate Summer Research Fellowships are awarded annually to support graduate students conducting summer research. Preference is given to students engaged in Russian, German, or military history. The fellowship provides financial support for summer research activities including travel to sources, libraries, and archives. Applications must be between 3 and 10 pages in length and include a research plan, travel itinerary listing sources and archives to be used, a detailed budget covering travel, room and board, and incidentals, a selected bibliography, and an explanation of how the proposed research fits into the dissertation or thesis. Applicants who have received previous travel awards should explain how an additional award would allow them to further pursue their research.
Arnold Friedmann Architecture Scholarship
The Arnold Friedmann Architecture Scholarship was established to provide support to the Design Program within the Department of Architecture to advance the study of interior architecture through lectures, scholarships, travel, and teaching. Fund expenditures will be determined by the Fund Administrator in consultation with the faculty. Priority will be given to uses that augment the interior architecture curriculum of the Design Program. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application.
Alexis Kuhr Memorial Scholarship
The Alexis Kuhr Memorial Scholarship supports MFA students in Art who are in their second or third year of the program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need as determined by the University. Recipients must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate excellence in their art practice. Preference is given to graduate students who are the first in their family to attend college, making this an opportunity particularly supportive of first-generation graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in the visual arts.
Alexander T Bentley Endowed Scholarship
The Alexander T Bentley Endowed Scholarship provides scholarship support for in-state, undergraduate students in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Preference will be given to students who graduated from Gloucester High School in Gloucester, MA. It is the Donor's wish that fewer awards be made to make the greatest impact possible based on the available distributions. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years as long as recipients remain enrolled in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts.
Academic Achievement Award
The Academic Achievement Award is granted to graduating seniors in the History of Art and Architecture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in recognition of their outstanding work in the major. This scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence throughout their academic career in the field. Selection is based on GPA, quality of research in upper-level classes, and promise in the field of Art History. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application, requiring no separate application process.
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