UMass Amherst

Scholarships and Financial Support


Research Grants & Fellowships
Application Deadline October 2

Sophomores: Research Assistant Fellowships
Juniors: Research Grants      Research Assistant Fellowship
Seniors: Honors Research Grants

 

Incoming First-Year Students

UMass Amherst offers both merit and need-based scholarships to incoming first-year students who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in a variety of scholarly, extracurricular, and leadership activities. As an academically talented student, you may qualify. Your application for admission to the University serves as your application for these scholarships. No separate application form is needed. If you are selected, you will be notified in writing by the University. More information on UMass scholarships for entering students is available through the University Admissions website.

In addition, Commonwealth College provides other scholarships to entrants whose SAT and GPA profiles are especially strong. For further information on these scholarships as well as UMass Amherst scholarships, follow the Financial Support link for Incoming Students.

Currently Matriculated Students

Once you are a matriculated student, you may qualify for other scholarships available from Commonwealth College. You must be enrolled at the University, having attended at least one semester, and also be a member of Commonwealth College to apply for these scholarships and fellowships. For more information, follow the Financial Support link for your class.

Additional Scholarship Information

The Office of National Scholarship Advisement (ONSA), located among Commonwealth College offices in 408 Goodell, offers advice and information on nationally competitive scholarships, fellowships, and awards. Follow the Financial Support link for ONSA to visit their website.

photograph from the UMass Amherst website


Commonwealth College
and UMass Amherst
work together to ensure
that all academically talented
students can afford the education they deserve.

See the UMass Amherst Financial Aid website for more information on financing your education.