Fund your passion and develop your competitive edge.
Applying for competitive scholarships and fellowships is more than just a pursuit of funding; it's a transformative experience that cultivates resilience, curiosity, confidence and self-reflection.
We understand the application process can seem complex and overwhelming, but you're not alone. The Office of Fellowships and Scholarships is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way—from identifying the right opportunities and refining their applications to securing strong letters of recommendation. Start by exploring the Find Funding page, checking out our advice on Building a Winning Application, or learning from the experiences of Our Scholars.
The Boren Awards
Boren Scholarships (undergraduate students) and Fellowships (graduate students) provide funding for semester and year-long study abroad programs with a language study component. Applicants must demonstrate interest in government service.
- University deadline: A campus nomination is not required, but prospective applicants are encouraged to consult with our office in advance of the deadline.
- External deadline: Jan. 22 (Fellowships), Jan. 29 (Scholarships).
The Udall Scholarship
The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is for sophomores and juniors who are: future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields OR future Native American leaders in healthcare, government or public policy.
- University deadline: Dec. 1.
- External deadline: March 5.
Leah Cabarga, one of UB's recent Fulbright winners, discusses finding her passion by overcoming isolation and becoming the teacher-mentor she never had.
Nominate a Student
The Office of Fellowships and Scholarships strives to identify undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic ability. If you are a faculty member, you are well positioned to identify some of our most outstanding students here at UB.