As a Catholic, Jesuit university located in an urban environment, Marquette University is committed to educating talented students from its surrounding community. Inspired by this commitment, the university proudly sponsors the Marquette University Urban Scholars Program, which provides up to forty (45) full-tuition scholarships to high school graduates from the Milwaukee area. 

The award is renewable for four years (eight semesters), provided that the student remains in good academic standing, meets the program expectations and files the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Net Price Calculator annually. A limited number of housing and food plan awards may be available through the Equity in MKE fund for a student's first two years on campus (up to four semesters). Federal Pell Grant and the Wisconsin Grant funds may eligible for student and can to be applied towards room and meals. Please contact Marquette Central for questions regarding individual financial aid options, marquettecentral@marquette.edu.

The Urban Scholars Program seeks but is not limited to first-generation college students with financial need who show great academic promise and commitment to enhancing their community through intentional action and involvement. Citizenship is not a factor in the awarding of this scholarship.

Award Criteria:

  • Demonstrated academic excellence with minimum 3.00 GPA (unweighted)
  • Live and/or attend a high school in the City of Milwaukee
  • Preference will be given to first-generation college students
  • Demonstrative history of leadership and service in and/or outside of school
  • Demonstrated financial need based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Net Price Calculator
  • Added consideration is given to students who participated in college preparatory programs connected to Marquette University

Admitted students who meet the award criteria will find the scholarship in their admitted student portal.

Questions? Contact us! 414.288.7787 | muurbanscholars@marquette.edu 

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