University of Miami Stamps Scholarship

The University of Miami Stamps Scholarship, established in partnership with the Stamps Scholars Program, is UM's most prestigious merit scholarship available to exceptional incoming first-year students. The award recognizes academically extraordinary students who embody leadership, perseverance, scholarship, service, and innovation, providing them with comprehensive financial resources and specialized enrichment opportunities to realize their full potential.

Who it's for

The scholarship is open to first-year undergraduate applicants of all nationalities, including international students, who apply to the University of Miami under Early Decision I or Early Action. Candidates are evaluated holistically based on rigorous high school curricula, top-tier academic grades, outstanding extracurricular and community leadership, and intellectual creativity. No separate scholarship application form is required.

What it covers

The Stamps Scholarship covers the full cost of attendance for four years of undergraduate study. This includes 100% of tuition and mandatory fees, on-campus room and board, student health insurance, textbook allowances, and a new laptop allowance. Furthermore, scholars receive access to a $12,000 enrichment fund to support study abroad, undergraduate research, unpaid internships, or leadership conferences.

• Applying as a first-year undergraduate to the University of Miami.
• Application must be submitted by the Early Decision I or Early Action deadline of November 1, 2026.
• Open to both international students and U.S. citizens/residents.
• Exceptional academic record in a rigorous high school curriculum.
• Demonstrated commitment to leadership, service, and innovation.

• Full tuition and mandatory fees covered for four years (eight semesters).
• On-campus room and board covered for the entire undergraduate program.
• University student health insurance policy provided at no cost.
• Textbook allowance and a one-time laptop stipend.
• $12,000 enrichment fund for research, study abroad, internships, or conferences.
• Membership in the national Stamps Scholars network and leadership conventions.

1. Submit your completed Common Application for admission to the University of Miami before November 1, 2026.
2. Select either Early Decision I or Early Action as your admission plan.
3. Ensure all secondary school transcripts and recommendation letters are submitted by your school.
4. No separate scholarship application is needed; all Early applicants are automatically considered.
5. Semifinalists are invited to submit brief supplemental video responses, followed by finalist interviews in spring 2027.