Scholarship application opens in May 2025
The Martin Honors opportunity enables community college students of exceptional ability and outstanding achievements to complete their baccalaureate degrees at the US-Seattle. Students are expected to have well-formulated ideas about the direction of future studies and subsequent careers.
Applicant Eligibility:
- Must be a Washington State resident who is either a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible for in-state tuition through HB 1079 qualification.
- Must be currently attending or have attended a community college in the state of Washington.
- Must have earned a minimum of 36 credits at a Washington State Community College by the time they matriculate at the University of Washington. (Students who hold an associate's degree are encouraged to apply)
Please note, Washington State community college transfer students who are currently enrolled at the University of Washington may not have earned more than 18 UW credits by the application deadline.
How to Apply:
- Click here to access the scholarship application and eligibility information.
- Complete all application requirements:
- An online application form, including basic biographical information, educational information, a brief description of career goals and their connection to student's academic plan, and 4 short response answers to the questions in the application.
- An activities resume or curriculum vitae listing honors, awards, scholarships, service, research, work experience, etc.
- Current transcripts from all community colleges/universities attended. Unofficial transcripts are accepted.
- Two letters of recommendation, at least one written by a faculty member addressing the candidate's intellectual curiosity and potential.
For full list of process, or for additional information, click here or see contact information below:
Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards
171 Mary Gates Hall
PO Box 352803
Seattle, WA 98195-2803
Phone: 206-543-2603
Fax: 206-685-7264
email: scholarq@uw.edu
The award will depend on successful admission to University of Washington Seattle as a matriculated student.