Udall Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Udall Foundation
Overview
The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship seeks to recognize emerging leaders working in the environment, Tribal public policy, and health care sectors. Candidates are selected through a highly competitive process: students must first win their institution’s internal competition before being reviewed by the Udall Foundation. Recipients are required to participate in a multiday Scholar Orientation as a condition of accepting the award.
Award information
For 2026, the Foundation expects to grant 55 scholarships, each worth $7,000.
Purpose and legacy
The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship commemorates Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall, honoring their influential contributions to Native American self-governance, improvements in health care, and the protection and management of public lands and natural resources.
Application components
Your Udall submission should include:
- The 11-question application form
- An 800-word essay addressing the Udall Foundation’s core values
- Official transcripts covering all college coursework
- Three letters of recommendation that address your leadership, public service, and academic accomplishments
- Any additional documentation required for candidates applying in Tribal public policy or health care fields, and for eligible U.S. permanent residents
Note: Participation in the Foundation’s scholar orientation is mandatory for awardees.