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P.O. Box 210066, Adminstration Bldg., Room 313
Tucson , AZ 85721
520-621-1858
Website: https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships/
UA Scholarship Program
Description: Various scholarships are available for different groups of students. The following is a listing of student groups and the website links to find scholarship information for each:
Arizona Assurance Program:
https://financialaid.arizona.edu/assurance/default.aspx
Any scholarship listing is not comprehensive, and instead serves as a representation of some of the scholarships you may be able to obtain.
To obtain any need-based award, you must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually.
Eligibility Criteria (e.g., GPA, majors, full-time or part-time enrollment, specific populations, schools or geographic areas): Varies based on scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Award Value: Varies
Award Type (i.e., merit- or financial need-based): Depends on the scholarship program or eligibility criteria
Application Due Date: The UA admission application serves as the application for some scholarships. Therefore, it is critical that students submit the admission application on or before the deadline. Go to https://admissions.arizona.edu/dates for a complete listing of admission application deadline dates.
In addition, some scholarships may require a specific deadline date. For more information on these deadlines, go to https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships.
Application Process (e.g., on-line, PDF download, etc.): For more information, please go to https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships.
Support during first year of college and/or beyond (e.g., mentoring, workshops, etc.): Yes
If yes, please describe: Depends on the scholarship.
Website link for more information and/or the application: https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships
Contact Person: Akhtar Parvez
Address: P. O Box 210066
City: Tucson State: AZ Zip Code: 85721
Phone: 520-621-1858
Fax: 520-621-9473
Email: askaid@email.arizona.edu
UA Foundation Scholarships
Description: The UA Foundation Office of Scholarship Development works with private donors to raise money for various scholarships which are designed to provide access to college, bring the best and brightest minds to Arizona, energize the economy through internships and research, enhance our community through service learning, and train new generations of leaders with broad, global perspectives. Scholarships may be given in honor or in memory of an individual, colleague or family loved one. Scholarships can also be given in the name of an organization, foundation or corporation. The UA Foundation Office works closely with the UA Scholarship Office and various UA colleges/departments to coordinate the application and distribution of these private donor scholarships. For more information about the UA Foundation Office go to http://www.al.arizona.edu/foundation.
Eligibility Criteria (e.g., GPA, majors, full-time or part-time enrollment, specific populations, schools or geographic areas): Varies based on scholarship criteria set by the donor.
Number of Awards: Varies
Award Value: Varies
Award Type (i.e., merit- or financial need-based): Varies based on scholarship criteria set by the donor.
Application Due Date: Varies
Application Process (e.g., on-line, PDF download, etc.): The UA Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships can provide information on the application process. Go to https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships.
Support during first year of college and/or beyond (e.g., mentoring, workshops, etc.): Yes
If yes, please describe: Depends on the scholarship.
Website link for more information and/or the application: https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships
Contact Person: Akhtar Parvez
Address: P.O. Box 210066
City: Tucson State: AZ Zip Code: 85721
Phone: 520-621-1858
Fax: 520-621-9473
Email: askaid@email.arizona.edu
UA Financial Aid Programs
Description: The UA Office of Student Financial Aid offers a variety of federal and state financial aid programs consisting of grants, scholarships and loans. The following are examples of grant programs:
ARIZONA ASSURANCE: A new need-based financial aid program to make the UA accessible to all qualified students. Called the Arizona Assurance, this program is aimed at supporting students most in need, and would assure them that they could attend the UA free from the burden of tuition and fees.
ACADEMIC COMPETITIVENESS GRANT (ACG): Awarded to US citizens in their first or second year in a postsecondary institution (you graduated after 2005) you are eligible for a Pell Grant and have completed a rigorous program of student, you may be eligible for this grant.
COLLEGE WORK STUDY: The Federal College Work Study Program allows students to defray part of their cost of education through work experience. Many job placements are career related, offering both valuable experience and income to the student. The recipient may work up to 30 hours per week in an on-campus or off-campus placement.
PELL GRANTS: The Federal Pell Grant Program is funded by the federal government in order to provide primary access for students for their undergraduate degrees. Eligibility is established by the federal government and students are funded appropriately to their dependency status, living accommodations, and enrollment.
NATIONAL SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS TO RETAIN TALENT (SMART): Awarded to US citizens, who are in their junior or senior year, eligible for a Pell Grant with minimum UA GAP of 3.0 and are enrolled in one of the majors specified by the grant. For more information on the majors, go to https://financialaid.arizona.edu/grants/smart.
SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY GRANTS: The Federal SEOG Program is a direct grant to undergraduate students demonstrating exceptional financial need. Eligibility is determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Eligibility Criteria (e.g., GPA, majors, full-time or part-time enrollment, specific populations, schools or geographic areas): Specified by federal and state government.
Number of Awards: Varies
Award Value: Varies
Award Type (i.e., merit- or financial need-based): Varies
Application Due Date: Go to https://financialaid.arizona.edu
Application Process (e.g., on-line, PDF download, etc.): Go to https://financialaid.arizona.edu
Support during first year of college and/or beyond (e.g., mentoring, workshops, etc.): Yes
If yes, please describe: Depends on the financial aid program criteria.
Website link for more information and/or the application: https://financialaid.arizona.edu
Contact Person: UA Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Address: P.O. Box 210066
City: Tucson State: AZ Zip Code: 85721
Phone: 520- 621-1858
Fax: 520-621-9473
Email: askaid@email.arizona.edu |
