The Stamps Scholars Program 2027 offers prestigious multi-year scholarship opportunities for outstanding students at partner universities across the United States and, in some cases, the United Kingdom. The program is designed for students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, leadership potential, and exceptional character.
Rather than applying to the Stamps Foundation directly, prospective scholars apply to one or more participating partner universities. The universities select their Stamps Scholars and determine the specific scholarship terms, application process, and deadlines. At many partner institutions, students who meet the scholarship requirements are automatically considered through their regular admission application.
The Stamps Scholars Program provides multi-year financial support along with enrichment funding for opportunities such as study abroad, research, internships, academic conferences, and leadership development. Current official information states that annual awards can range from $20,000 to $98,000, while four-year awards average approximately $80,000 to $392,000.
Degree Level
The Stamps Scholars Program primarily supports:
- Undergraduate degree programs
- First-year undergraduate students at most partner universities
- Selected second- and third-year students through walk-on scholarship programs
- Selected graduate-level programs at certain partner institutions
Most partner universities offer Stamps Scholarships to entering first-year undergraduate students. However, selected institutions also offer Stamps-funded opportunities for graduate students or current university students.
Available Subjects.
The Stamps Scholars Program welcomes students from a wide range of academic disciplines.
Depending on the partner university, eligible fields may include:
- Engineering
- Computer science
- Information technology
- Business
- Economics
- Medicine and health sciences
- Natural sciences
- Mathematics
- Social sciences
- Political science
- International relations
- Law
- Arts and humanities
- Education
- Architecture
- Design
- Music
- Environmental sciences
- Agricultural sciences
- Interdisciplinary programs
The official Stamps program states that it supports students from all backgrounds and areas of study. However, individual universities may establish their own programme-specific eligibility rules.
Benefits.
The exact scholarship package depends on the partner university. Stamps Scholars may receive:
- Multi-year financial support
- Tuition coverage
- Room and board support
- Other educational expenses
- Annual scholarship awards
- Enrichment funding
- Study abroad funding
- Research support
- Internship opportunities
- Academic conference funding
- Leadership development opportunities
- Independent project funding
- Mentorship and advising
- Cross-institutional networking opportunities
The official Stamps Scholars website currently states that annual awards range from $20,000 to $98,000, with four-year awards averaging approximately $80,000 to $392,000.
Because the scholarship is administered in partnership with individual universities, confirm the exact amount and expenses covered on the relevant university’s Stamps Scholarship page.
Is the Stamps Scholars Program Fully Funded?
The Stamps Scholars Program can provide full-cost-of-attendance undergraduate scholarships at participating universities, but it is not accurate to say that every Stamps Scholarship has an identical fully funded package.
The official program states that Stamps Scholarships typically cover up to the full cost of attendance for undergraduate study, depending on the partner institution. Scholarship terms vary from one university to another.
Some partner universities may cover tuition, housing, meals, and other educational expenses, while others may structure their awards differently.
Therefore, applicants should check the specific Stamps Scholarship offered by their chosen partner university before assuming that every expense will be covered.
Eligible Nationalities
The Stamps Scholars Program does not have one universal nationality requirement.
The official program welcomes students from all backgrounds, but international student eligibility varies by partner university. Students should therefore check the requirements of each institution they are considering.
- Depending on the university, applicants may include:
- S. citizens
- S. permanent residents
- International students
- Students from a wide range of countries
International applicants should confirm directly with the selected partner university whether international students are eligible for its Stamps Scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria.
The Stamps Scholars Program looks for students who demonstrate:
- Strong academic achievement
- Leadership potential
- Exceptional character
- Initiative
- Commitment to personal development
- Potential to make meaningful contributions to their communities and society
The official Stamps criteria emphasize academic merit, leadership potential, and character. Financial need is not considered in the Stamps selection process.
Applicants must also meet the admission requirements of the partner university through which they are being considered.
Additional requirements can vary significantly between institutions.
Selection Criteria:
Stamps Scholars are selected by the individual partner universities.
The central Stamps program identifies three important characteristics:
Academic Merit
- Applicants are expected to demonstrate strong academic achievement and intellectual ability.
Leadership Potential
- Leadership development is a central component of the Stamps Scholars experience.
- Applicants should be able to demonstrate leadership potential through activities, initiatives, projects, service, or other achievements.
Exceptional Character
- Partner universities look for students who demonstrate strong character and the potential to contribute positively to their communities.
- The exact selection process differs among partner universities. Many institutions conduct interviews as part of the selection process.
Partner Universities:
The Stamps Scholars Program currently works with partner institutions across the United States and into the United Kingdom.
Current partner institutions listed by the official program include:
- University of Arizona
- Barry University
- College of William & Mary
- Dartmouth College
- Elizabethtown College
- Georgia Institute of Technology
- Georgia State University
- Morehouse College
- Louisiana State University
- Mercer University
- Purdue University
- Ohio State University
- Tulane University
- United States Air Force Academy
- United States Military Academy at West Point
- United States Naval Academy
- University of Chicago
- University of Connecticut
- University of Florida
- University of Georgia
- University of Illinois
- University of Michigan
- University of Mississippi
- University of Missouri
- University of Notre Dame
- University of Oregon
- University of Pittsburgh
- University of South Carolina
- University of Texas at Austin
- Virginia Tech
- Wake Forest University
- Boston College
- Northeastern University
- North Carolina State University
- New York University
- University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine
- Florida State University
The official partner list can change, and not every listed partner is necessarily accepting Stamps applications at a particular time. Applicants should check the current status of their chosen university.
Application Procedure
There is no direct application to the Stamps Foundation.
Students must apply to one or more participating partner universities to be considered for a Stamps Scholarship.
Step 1: Choose a Partner University
- Review the official Stamps partner list and identify universities offering Stamps Scholarships that match your academic interests.
Step 2: Check Eligibility
Visit the selected university’s Stamps Scholarship or scholar program page and check:
- Academic requirements
- Nationality requirements
- Degree eligibility
- Application requirements
- Scholarship deadline
- Interview requirements
- Whether a separate scholarship application is required
Step 3: Apply for University Admission
- Submit your undergraduate admission application to the selected partner university.
- At many institutions, applicants who submit their admission application by the required early or scholarship deadline are automatically considered for the Stamps Scholarship.
Step 4: Submit a Separate Scholarship Application if Required
- Some partner universities require a separate application for Stamps consideration.
- Applicants should not assume that admission automatically means scholarship consideration at every institution.
Step 5: Complete Interviews
- Many Stamps partner universities include one or more interviews in their selection process.
- The number and format of interviews vary by institution.
Step 6: Receive the Scholarship Decision
- Scholarship decisions are made by the individual partner universities. Successful applicants receive the Stamps Scholarship according to the terms established by their university.
Application Deadline:
There is no single Stamps Scholars Program deadline.
The application deadline varies according to the partner university and the specific Stamps-funded program. Many universities use an early or scholarship deadline for automatic consideration, while others have separate scholarship applications.
The official Stamps website currently lists different deadlines among its partner institutions, including dates in October, November, December, January, and later months.
Applicants should therefore check the individual university’s official scholarship page rather than relying on one general Stamps deadline.
Documents Required:
Required documents vary by partner university.
Applicants may commonly need:
- Academic transcripts
- School records
- University admission application
- Personal statement
- Essays
- Leadership activities
- Extracurricular activities
- Awards and achievements
- Letters of recommendation
- Resume or activity list
- Standardized test scores where required or submitted
- Scholarship-specific application materials
- Interview materials
The exact requirements should be confirmed through the selected partner university.
Is Financial Need Required?
No. The official Stamps Scholars criteria state that financial need is not a consideration in selecting Stamps Scholars. The program focuses on academic merit, leadership potential, and exceptional character.
This means students do not need to demonstrate financial hardship to be considered.
Can International Students Apply?
International students may be eligible for Stamps Scholarships at some partner universities.
However, international eligibility is not universal. The official Stamps program specifically advises international students to check directly with the partner institution they are interested in.
International applicants should also check:
- International admission requirements
- English-language requirements
- Visa requirements
- Scholarship eligibility
- Whether the award covers the full international cost of attendance
- Any additional financial requirements
Important Points:
- The Stamps Scholars Program is a multi-year scholarship program.
- It primarily supports undergraduate students.
- Most partner universities offer awards to entering first-year students.
- Selected universities offer walk-on scholarships for second- or third-year students.
- Some Stamps-funded graduate programs also exist.
- Scholarships are awarded by partner universities, not directly by the Stamps Foundation.
- Students cannot apply directly to the Stamps Foundation for a scholarship.
- Many universities automatically consider eligible applicants who apply by their scholarship or early deadline.
- Some partner universities require a separate scholarship application.
- Academic merit is an important selection factor.
- Leadership potential is central to the program.
- Exceptional character is also part of the selection criteria.
- Financial need is not considered.
- International student eligibility varies by partner university.
- Scholarship amounts vary between institutions.
- Current official information lists annual awards ranging from $20,000 to $98,000.
- Four-year awards currently average approximately $80,000 to $392,000.
- Enrichment funding can support study abroad, research, internships, conferences, and leadership activities.
- Scholarship terms are determined by the individual partner universities.
- Stamps Scholarships are not transferable to another college or university.
