We have a long tradition of working individually with the families of our students to customize a financial aid award that ensures cost does not stand in the way of a Washington University education. About 60 percent of undergraduates receive financial assistance. A typical financial assistance award may include a combination of scholarships, federal grants, student loans, and part-time employment.
The University annually awards nearly $64 million in undergraduate scholarships. Students who receive financial assistance come from a broad range of economic backgrounds. Washington University is working to eliminate need-based loans as part of its undergraduate financial aid awards to students from low- and middle-income families.
This new initiative, and its goal of helping families with the most need, will not lessen our desire, responsibility, or ability to work with all of our families to ensure they have the financial resources they need. We remain committed to a flexible and independent approach to delivering financial aid to those who need it most.
Scholarships
Through the Engineering Academic Fellowship Program, the School of Engineering offers merit-based fellowships to freshmen with exceptional promise. These awards are based solely on merit. Awards are for four years of undergraduate study, provided the recipient maintains a satisfactory academic record.
These fellowships include:
- Alexander Langsdorf Fellowships (full tuition)
- Calvin M. Woodward Fellowships (half tuition)
In addition to being able to apply for the Engineering Academic Fellowship Program, students are also eligible to apply for:
- James M. McKelvey Undergraduate Research Scholar Award to be used to support working with a faculty member on a research project
Other Academic Scholarships
Students may apply for the John B. Ervin Scholars Program and be considered for the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Scholars Program, as well as apply for the Annika Rodriguez Scholars Program — all of which enhance the overall quality and diversity of the student body. Engineering students may also apply for the Summer Scholars Program in Biology and Biomedical Research. Engineering applicants with an entrepreneurial spirit and vision may apply for the Entrepreneurial Scholars Program, a renewable annual scholarship of $3,000.