Scholarships
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Scholarships
These are scholarship opportunities available to undocumented students with and without DACA, and Non-FAFSA Eligible Students.
TheDream.US National Scholarship
Weber State University is a TheDream.US partner institution!
This scholarship is for highly motivated Dreamers (undocumented) students with significant, unmet financial need. While GPA is considered, there is great emphasis placed on demonstrated commitment to community service and ability to overcome the barriers and challenges that undocumented students face each and every day.
The National Scholarship award will cover tuition and fees up to a maximum of $33,000 for a bachelor's degree. Some scholarship recipients (scholars) may receive an additional stipend for books, suplies, and transportation for up to $6,000.
The award follows students through the completion of a bachelor's degree and is renewable each year - Recipients must meet the continuing eligibility criteria and renew the award each year.
TheDream.US is a project of New Venture Fund, a 501(c)(3). International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS) administers the program. Awards are granted without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disability or national origin. TheDream.US reserves the right to make changes to the conditions and procedures of this scholarship program at any time, including termination of the program.
Qualifications
- Dreamers (Undocumented) students with or without DACA or TPS who came to the U.S. before before November 1, 2018 and have continuously lived in the United States since then;
- Students are not eligible to apply for FAFSA;
- Came to the United States before the age of 16;
- Have significant unmet financial need;
- Have graduated or will graduate from a Utah high school (or have earned or will earn a Utah high school equivalency diploma) before Fall (August) 2024;
- Graduated or will graduate with a Utah high school GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale or have cummulative college GPA of 2.5 or better;
- Intend to enroll full-time in an associate or bachelor’s degree program at Weber State University in the Fall 2024 or Spring 2025; and
- Are eligible for in-state tuition at Weber State University.
2024-2025 National Scholarship Application Guide
Deadline: February 29, 2024
The Sonora Grill Scholarship Endowment
The Sonora Grill Scholarship Endowment is established to promote college opportunities for students who are not eligible to apply for FAFSA. The scholarship fund is intended to remove financial barriers for students who demonstrate the dreams, goals, and aspirations of attending Weber State University and becoming first-generation college graduates.
Qualifications:
Preferential consideration will be provided to students who meet the following criteria:
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First-generation college students, low-income, and those not qualified for federal financial aid.
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Ogden, Weber, or Davis school district high school graduate who attended high school in Utah for three or more years.
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Incoming freshman or undergraduate student at Weber State University.
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Enrolled/plans to be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester.
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Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.
Deadline: Closed
InFaith Community Foundation Scholarship
First preference is given to first-generation students or Ogden School District high school graduates.
Qualifications:
- Must be from a low-income family and NOT eligible for any federal financial aid.
- Must be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time (12 credits and above/semester).
- Must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA, but preference is given to higher GPAs.
- Incoming freshman or undergraduate student at Weber State University.
Deadline: Closed
The Oportunidad Scholarship Fund
The Oportunidad Scholarship Fund is established to promote college opportunities for students. The scholarship fund is intended to remove financial barriers for students who demonstrate the dreams, goals, and aspirations of attending Weber State University and becoming first-generation college graduates.
Qualifications:
Preferential consideration will be provided to students who meet the following criteria:
- First-generation college students, low-income, and not FAFSA eligible.
- Ogden, Weber, or Davis school district high school graduate who attended high school in Utah for three or more years.
- Incoming freshman or undergraduate student at Weber State University.
- Enrolled/plans to be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester.
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Deadline: Closed
The Phyllis Heart Guerts Memorial Scholarship
Phyllis "Heart" Geurts left a legacy of love and kindness through her passion and commitment to serving her family, friends, and many others in her community. Phyllis was recognized by the nickname "Heart” throughout her life because of the way she treated and supported those that she loved and served. Similar to how the heart pumps blood, she pumped motivation and words of encouragement to all those who felt her constant impact. Like the oxygen provided by the heart, she supplied her family and others with a constant flow of devotion and support. She filtered out the adverse effects of life with her sacrifice and love. Giving a glimpse into what she cherished the most, she was a mother of 9 children, a grandmother of 25 grandchildren, and a great grandmother to 19 great grandchildren. "Giving" was her motto in life and a source of fulfillment in every action and contribution she made. This scholarship reflects "Heart's” dedication and desire to live life through the promise to serve others in hopes of creating a positive impact on the world.
Qualifications:
Preferential consideration will be provided to students who meet the following criteria:
- Low-income and not FAFSA eligible students.
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
- Must qualify for in-state resident tuition.
- Preference will also be given to those individuals who participate in regular community involvement or volunteerism.
- Applicants will need to submit an essay outlining their academic, professional, and personal goals along with an explanation of adversity, financial need, and the significance of receiving this scholarship.
Deadline: Closed