Banneker/Key Scholarship

• Can cover up to the full cost of tuition, mandatory fees, housing and food and a book allowance.
• Includes admission to the Honors College.

November 1 early action deadline for fall freshman applicants; scholarship notifications by April 1.

Semifinalists are invited to an interview in late February or early March, with the interview invitation by March 1 and final scholarship amount notified by April 1.

1. Submit the UMD freshman application (Common App or ApplyWeb) by the November 1 early action deadline.
2. Complete all required application materials by the same date.
3. No separate scholarship application is needed; students are reviewed automatically.

Semifinalists then attend an interview.

• Application essay, activities and awards list or resume, two letters of recommendation and official transcripts as required for admission.

The selection committee reviews the entire application of each early action applicant. Semifinalists are invited to an interview before the final award is made.