Partially funded

WashU Signature Scholar Programs (Rodriguez, Ervin, Danforth)

Washington University in St. Louis, United States

Scholarship overview

The Signature Scholar Programs give exceptional undergraduates enriched academic experiences, significant financial support and a close-knit community of peers and mentors. The Rodriguez Scholars Program recognizes students with a passion for community service and celebrating cultural differences. The Ervin Scholars Program rests on academic excellence, leadership, community service and diversity. The Danforth Scholars Program honors students with a passion for helping others.

Award Information

  • First-year applicants who apply with the Common Application or Coalition Application by the priority deadline.
  • Ervin Scholars Program: only U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented or DACA students living in the U.S.
  • Rodriguez Scholars: multiple full-tuition and partial-tuition scholarships.
  • Ervin Scholars: multiple full-tuition and partial-tuition scholarships.
  • Danforth Scholars: multiple full-tuition and half-tuition scholarships.
  • Priority consideration: December 16, 2026 (Common Application or Coalition Application).
  • Finalists notified by the end of February; virtual events and interview in early March.
  1. Submit the Common Application or Coalition Application by December 16, 2026.
  2. In the WashU Pathway, answer a 250-word short-answer question for each program.
  3. Counselor and teacher recommendations submitted with the application are reviewed; an optional third letter may be added.
  4. Finalists attend the virtual events and interview.

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How selection works

Scholarship committees review complete applications, select finalists and interview them; finalists must attend all events to remain eligible.

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