The University of Connecticut offers a broad range of merit scholarship programs rewarding students who have established outstanding academic records and have made significant contributions to their school or community through leadership, service, special talents, and experiences that may enhance our campus environment.

Special Application Scholarships
The Nutmeg and Day of Pride Scholarships are available to Connecticut residents only and require a special application and/or additional materials.

The Nutmeg Scholarship
The Nutmeg Scholarship is for first-time freshman and honors the exceptional accomplishments of Connecticut high school seniors. All semifinalists and finalists in the National Achievement Scholarship Program, the National Hispanic Recognition Program, and the National Merit Semifinalist Competition are welcome to apply. In addition, one outstanding student from every Connecticut high school may also be nominated to apply. Applications will be distributed by the Guidance Counselor's Office at each local high school. Selection is highly competitive. Valued at $14,600.00 per year.

The Day of Pride Scholarship
Day of Pride Scholarships is for first-time freshman and is awarded to outstanding Connecticut high school seniors from disadvantaged backgrounds who have proven academic ability as demonstrated through high school grades, test scores, class rank, and letters of recommendation. In addition to a commitment to diversity and multiculturalism, demonstrated leadership, and contributions to their community, students should have documented financial need. Applications will be distributed by the Guidance Counselor's Office at each local high school. Awards are based upon a very competitive selection process. Valued at $14,600.00 per year.

Automatic Application Scholarships
The Achievement Scholarship, Leadership Scholarship, and Presidential Scholars Award: For Valedictorians and Salutatorians are available to In-State and Out-of-State students and do not require a special application: (students will be notified of their scholarship award (eligibility) at the time of their acceptance to the University.)

The Achievement Scholarship
The Achievement Scholarship is for first-time freshman students who rank in the top 10% of their graduating class and have achieved a minimum of 1350 on the SAT will be considered for an Achievement Scholarship. Priority consideration will be given to students who apply for admission by December 1. Valued at $2,800 - $8,700 per year.

The Leadership Scholarship
The Leadership Scholarship is for first-time freshman students who have demonstrated a commitment to multicultural diversity programs and initiatives through leadership, special talents, and achievements in school and/or community will be considered for a Leadership Scholarship. Students should have a minimum score of 1100 on the SAT and rank in the top 15% of their class. Priority consideration will be given to students who apply for admission by December 1. Valued at $5,700 - $8,700 per year.

Presidential Scholars Award: for Valedictorians and Salutatorians
Presidential Scholars Award: for Valedictorians and Salutatorians is a one-half tuition scholarship (renewable for 4 years) - Students who rank number one or two in their graduating class will automatically qualify for the Presidential Scholars Scholarship. Plus a one-time $2,500 Undergraduate Research Fellowship - An additional one-time Fellowship is made available to allow the Presidential Scholar to engage in a research experience with faculty in an area of his/her interest. Valued - $2,800 - $8,700 per year.