Explore More Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by University of Utah
Overview
The Explore More Scholarship supports students pursuing an exciting career in STEM. It is intended for students beginning their studies at the University of Utah. Qualified applicants from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Designed to support students pursuing STEM studies.
- Encourages applications from qualified individuals from historically underrepresented groups.
Who Can Apply
Applicants may be incoming freshmen, whether Utah residents or nonresidents, or community college transfer students starting their first semester at the University of Utah. They must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on their most recent academic transcript. Applicants should also have a strong background in mathematics, physics, and chemistry; leadership and extracurricular activities are additional considerations.
- Must be starting at the University of Utah.
- Requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
- Considers STEM preparation, leadership, and extracurricular involvement.
Award Amount and Availability
Recipients receive a one-time award of $10,000, paid as $5,000 per semester; the scholarship does not renew. Approximately four scholarships are available each year to incoming students, and applications are available online. After one year, students who earn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.4 and follow the approved curriculum are invited to transition to the Browning Scholarship by completing the application section only.
- $10,000 total, distributed over two semesters.
- Approximately four awards are offered annually.
- Eligible continuing students may be invited to apply for the Browning Scholarship, which awards $7,500 annually.
Award Requirements
Receiving the scholarship is contingent on admission to the University of Utah. Recipients must declare Mining Engineering as their major and follow the program of study. Students may not hold the Explore More Scholarship and the Browning Scholarship at the same time.
- Admission to the University of Utah is required.
- Recipients must major in Mining Engineering and follow the program of study.
- The Explore More and Browning scholarships cannot be held concurrently.