Presidential Scholars Enrichment Award

The University of Connecticut established the Presidential Scholars Program for Valedictorians and Salutatorians. Presidential Scholars are awarded a one-time $2500 grant for educational enrichment.

Scholars may use these funds for a variety of enrichment activities, including study abroad, research, internships, and travel to professional conferences any time during the scholar’s four years as an undergraduate at the University of Connecticut.

Questions about any aspect of the Presidential Scholarship other than the $2500 Enrichment Award should be directed to the Office of Financial Aid.

How to Access Your Funds

Study Abroad: Apply to use your Enrichment funds for Study Abroad as part of the Study Abroad online application.

All other Enrichment activities: please use this Online EnrichmentAward Application.

• Enrichment Award Guidelines and Budget Worksheet
• Enrichment Award Examples

Effective September 15, 2011, students may receive their Presidential Enrichment Award only ONCE during their 4-year eligibility period. Students may request the full amount of $2500 or a partial amount.

Scholars who entered the University of Connecticut in 2008, 2009, and 2010 who have already partially accessed their enrichment awards may submit one additional application.

Workshop Information:

We encourage recipients of the Presidential Enrichment Award to attend a workshop. We'll provide you with information you need to access your funds, and be available to answer questions. The next Presidential Workshop will be held:

Friday, September 30, 2011
1pm - 2pm
Storrs Campus CUE, 134

Interesting Student Experiences Through Research & Study Abroad

• University Scholar Wins Scholarship to Study in Russia
• Study Abroad students head to Armenia for archeological dig
• Student takes classes with Indian guru
• Twice as much success for twins
• Giving back to her hometown