Stamps Scholarship
Eligible Degree
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Undergraduate degree at the University of Miami
Brief Overview
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The most prestigious merit award at UM
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Awarded to exceptional and academically accomplished high school seniors
Details of the Scholarship
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Covers tuition and fees
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Includes on-campus housing, meal plan, and University health insurance
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Provides textbooks and a laptop allowance
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Offers a $12,000 enrichment fund for study abroad, research, unpaid internships, and educational pursuits (subject to approval)
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Membership in Stamps Scholars on-campus and national communities
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Additional funding for academic research, leadership programs, and conferences
Eligibility Requirements
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Open to high school seniors applying for early admission
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Must submit all First-Year Admission Requirements by November 1
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Automatic consideration for Early Decision I and Early Action applicants
Selection Process
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Evaluation based on application and supporting documents
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Semi-finalists interviewed via Zoom in January
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Finalists selected based on admissions review and Zoom interview
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Finalists undergo an additional interview with the Stamps Family Charitable Foundation
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Scholarship announcements made by early March
Scholarship Values
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Full coverage of tuition, fees, housing, meal plan, and health insurance
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Additional funds for educational enrichment ($12,000)
Required Documents
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Completed UM application with all First-Year Admission Requirements
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Supporting documents required for the admissions process
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Participation in interview rounds (if selected)
How to Apply for the Scholarship
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Submit early admission application to UM by November 1
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No separate application required
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Candidates will be selected based on their admission application
Deadline
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November 1 (Early Decision I and Early Action applicants)