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UMass Amherst Merit Scholarships (Flagship, Dean's and Chancellor's Awards)

University of Massachusetts Amherst, United States

Scholarship overview

Incoming first-year undergraduates are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships through admission: the UMass Amherst Flagship Award, Dean's Award and Chancellor's Award. They recognise academic achievement and other accomplishments.

Award Information

  • First-year undergraduate applicants admitted to UMass Amherst

Merit awards are included in the financial aid package when applicable.

Considered with the admission application; Regular Decision deadline January 15, Early Action November 5.

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Complete the FAFSA if eligible.
  3. Review the financial aid offer, which includes any admissions scholarship.

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How selection works

No separate application is required for many admissions-based awards.

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