Scholarships and Fellowships
The academic aspirations of the typical honors college student extend well beyond their commencement ceremony, and so too does the Honors College's investment in that student. For students seeking to continue their studies after completing their undergraduate degree, the UHC Scholarship Department provides guidance, support, and advice throughout the application process.
Our Focus
The Honors College's scholarship advising efforts are primarily focused upon the following scholarships:
These scholarships are the most prestigious awards in their associated fields; they are also the most competitive. The Honors College prepares students for this challenge by helping to match them with the most appropriate award, reviewing their required application materials, and coordinating mock interviews that draw upon the experience of Pitt faculty members and other scholarship specialists (when applicable).
This preparatory process has been tested and has produced impressive results. The high success rate of University of Pittsburgh students when applying for Marshall Scholarships led to the designation of the University of Pittsburgh as a Marshall Center of Excellence in 2003 by His Royal Highness Prince Andrew, the Duke of York. Because of this tradition of excellence, it is strongly recommended that students seek the advice and guidance of the National Scholarships Office for all awards, including direct-apply opportunities.
Additional Opportunities
Although most of our scholarship advising efforts are directed towards the aforementioned awards, there are countless other award opportunities to help you continue your studies. Before scheduling an appointment, please research the scholarship listings on our site or on the Community of Service Funding Opportunity database to find the right award for you. We are happy to sit down and meet with you to discuss the funding opportunity of their choice and more. Please e-mail us to set up an appointment.