Nationally Competitive Awards

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The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards assists students in applying for scholarships and fellowships funded by sources independent of the University of Kentucky. Our office administers the campus nomination process for 12 awards that require institutional endorsement. We also provide guidance to students applying for awards that allow direct application.

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Angela Jones accepting Astronaut Scholarship

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UK Opened Doors for Actor-Turned-Teacher & Fulbrighter Courtney Hausman

Amanda Nelson Sep 25, 2023

2023 Fulbright Award Recipient Courtney Hausman was living in New York City and pursuing a musical theater career when the COVID-19 pandemic changed her life’s trajectory.

grid of headshots: Bridan Braun, Emmanuel Dhemby Moussabou, Odalys Garcia

3 Students Earn Gilman Scholarships To Study Abroad

Jul 21, 2023

Three UK students were awarded Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to support their education abroad goals.

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UNIVERSITY ENDORSED AWARDS: Learn about the 12 awards that require university endorsement
PREPARING TO APPLY: Resources for preparing a competitive application
VIEW PAST INFORMATION SESSIONS: View past information sessions on our YouTube channel
HAVE YOU RECEIVED AN AWARD?: Help us recognize your achievement and celebrate your hard work!
REFER A STUDENT: Know a student we should contact about competitive awards?
CONTACT US: Meet our team and contact us to set up an appointment

134 Fulbright student recipients

12/6 Goldwater Campus Deadline

12 University Endorsed Awards