Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in UA Online degree programs or New College LifeTrack.

Application Guidelines

The 2024–2025 UA Online scholarship application opens on March 1, 2024. For priority consideration for Fall 2024/Spring 2025 awards, please apply by June 1, 2024.

To be considered for all UA Online scholarships, you must submit one scholarship application each year and be currently enrolled or admitted to the University before applying. The application is submitted online through myBama. To access the application, log in and select Admissions/Scholarships and navigate to the Scholarships section. Under the All Graduate/Undergraduate Students subheading, select the UA Online scholarship application link.

Award notifications will be sent to your Crimson email according to the following schedule:

  • Fall 2024/Spring 2025 award notices will be sent in late July 2024
  • Summer 2025 award notices will be sent in late November 2024

Scholarships

Review the eligibility criteria for each scholarship. Special Category scholarships (indicated with an asterisk) require supporting documentation of applicable company or organization affiliation. Acceptable forms of documentation may include an employee ID or written certification on company letterhead. Email supporting documents to online@ua.edu.

Robert M. and Muriel R. Barksdale Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student over the age of 25 who graduated from a high school in West Alabama and demonstrates satisfactory academic progress.

Dorothy D. and John J. Boyne Endowed Support Funds

This scholarship is awarded to a UA junior or senior undergraduate student pursuing a degree in a public service area. The applicant must demonstrate leadership qualities and academic excellence with a minimum 3.0 GPA at the time of application and be a resident of Alabama.

William E. Bright Endowment for the Support of Natural Gas Programs (ANGA)*

Applicant must be a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is an employee or the dependent of an employee of a member company of the Alabama Natural Gas Association. Applicant must be a resident of Alabama, demonstrate academic excellence and exhibit outstanding leadership qualities. Demonstration of financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines, may also be a consideration for this award. Supporting documentation is required.

The Campbell–Ellis Endowed Scholarship

Applicant must be a UA undergraduate or graduate student, over the age of 25, and working full-time or part-time while in school. Preference will be given to students who have completed at least 12 credit hours and have earned a 3.0 GPA or higher. Demonstration of financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines, may also be a consideration for this award.

James C. Caldwell Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student. Priority of consideration will be given to applicants from Winston and Marion counties. Demonstration of financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines, may also be a consideration for the award.

General Charles G. Cleveland/Maxwell Air Force Base Endowed Scholarship*

This scholarship is awarded to a UA undergraduate or graduate student who is currently in the U.S. Air Force or other U.S. armed forces. Applicant must be in good academic standing and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to applicants stationed or employed at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama. Supporting documentation is required.

Carolyn and Dennis Dahl Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who exhibits academic excellence. Applicant must demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines.

The Catherine Horton Eisen CPA, BS 1978 and Dr. Stefan Eisen Jr. Col. (Ret.) USAF, DPA 2003 Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled in a field of study that benefits the autism community. Majors/programs may include, but are not limited to, special education, pre-occupational therapy and pre-physical therapy. The recipient must have demonstrated an interest in applying their skills in service to the autism community upon graduation. Priority of consideration shall be given to UA undergraduate students who are considered first-generation college students and who are applying to college later in life. The second priority of consideration shall be given to students applying to college later in life who are enrolled in fields of study that benefit the autism community.

Gladys M. Fernandez Endowed Scholarship for Single Parents

This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student. Priority of consideration will be given to students who are single parents and have primary responsibility for the care of a child under the age of 18.

The Gadsden Center Quasi-Endowed Scholarship

Priority consideration will be given to students enrolled in New College LifeTrack.

Connie G. Glaze Memorial Endowed Scholarship*

Applicant must be a support staff member (clerical) of the Office of Teaching Innovation and Digital Education, working a minimum of 25 hours per week. The recipient must be a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student. Supporting documentation is required.

The Bobbie and Warren Goldstein Endowed Scholarship

Priority consideration will be given to students enrolled in programs with concentrations in science or health-related fields, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and who do not otherwise qualify for academic scholarships.

Thomas S. Graves Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student, with a priority of consideration given to students enrolled in a degree program facilitated through UA Online. The second priority of consideration will be given to applicants in any other academic division. Applicant must be an Alabama resident over the age of 25 who demonstrates academic excellence and has earned a minimum 3.0 GPA, majoring in a science-based curriculum. This scholarship is merit-based; financial need is not required. Priority will be given to residents from Etowah and Cherokee counties.

Lee Allen and Mary Nell Hallman Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a UA undergraduate or graduate student. Preference will be given to applicants who are military veterans.

Joel D. Hammond/Big River Inc. Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to UA students enrolled in New College LifeTrack. The second priority of consideration will be given to students pursuing degrees facilitated through UA Online.

Mark Harry Harrison Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a UA undergraduate student over the age of 23 who is enrolled in a degree program facilitated through UA Online. Preference will be given to applicants who attended a high school in the state of Georgia.

Jack and Audrey Hatmaker Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a UA undergraduate or graduate student who is a resident of the state of Alabama and is pursuing a business degree program facilitated through UA Online.

Kay H. Hodges Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a UA undergraduate or graduate student who is enrolled or accepted for admission to a nursing degree program. Priority of consideration will be given to students from Cobb County, Georgia, and Etowah and Tallapoosa counties in the state of Alabama. Applicant must demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines.

James A. Hood Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship — celebrating the accomplishments of James A. Hood, one of the first African American men to enroll at The University of Alabama — is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is over the age of 25. Priority of consideration shall be given to Alabama residents who graduated from the state’s public school system. The student should be pursuing a degree program facilitated through UA Online and work as a teacher or school administrator.

Elizabeth B. and Ronald C. Howard Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student who is over the age of 25 and enrolled in New College LifeTrack. Preference will be given to students who have completed at least 12 credit hours of graded work under the auspices of New College LifeTrack and have a 2.0 GPA or higher. Demonstration of financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines, may also be a consideration for the award.

The Samuel Howard Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate nursing student who is enrolled in courses facilitated through UA Online.

Alisa Barr Johnson Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate nursing student who is enrolled in courses facilitated through UA Online.

Jerold Kennedy Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is over the age of 25.

King-Blackburn Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to UA undergraduate or graduate students who graduated from high school in Baldwin, Mobile, Escambia or adjacent counties in the state of Alabama. Priority consideration will be given to students who incurred hardships as a result of hurricanes or other natural disasters. Applicants must be in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

William and Sybil Landau Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students over the age of 25 who are currently enrolled in or accepted for admission to New College LifeTrack and are in good academic standing. Priority of consideration will be given to adult students from Jefferson County, Alabama. The second priority of consideration will be given to students in other counties within the state of Alabama. The third priority of consideration will be given to students residing outside the state of Alabama.

Robert Ross MacDonald Memorial Endowed Scholarship*

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student with a 2.5 GPA or higher. Priority of consideration will be given to Alabama residents from families involved directly in the trucking industry who demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines. The second priority of consideration will be given to applicants from families in businesses that indirectly support the trucking industry. This scholarship is renewable annually, contingent upon satisfactory progress. Supporting documentation is required.

Eber Mann Memorial Endowed Scholarship*

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student, with a priority of consideration given to students from Winston or surrounding counties in Alabama, whose high school academic records, college entrance exam results or character indicate a reasonable probability of success. Demonstration of financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines, may also be a consideration for the award. Supporting documentation may be required.

New College LifeTrack Society Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students enrolled in the New College LifeTrack program who are in good academic standing and demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines.

John Cook Nichols Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a UA undergraduate or graduate student who exhibits academic excellence. Applicant must demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines.

Clarice L. Parker Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is an Alabama resident, over the age of 25, and has earned a minimum 2.5 GPA for the previous semester. Priority of consideration will be given to students from Tuscaloosa County. Applicant must demonstrate financial need and complete a FAFSA.

Mary Lois and H. Harrison Parrish Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student who is pursuing a degree in nursing. Applicant must demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Alabama.

Douglas W. Patterson Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is over the age of 25.

William Henry Rhea Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is a resident of the state of Alabama and over the age of 25. Applicant must exhibit academic excellence, have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students who are majoring in engineering or business.

John H. Sellers Sr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship*

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student who is in good academic standing and a resident of Alabama. Priority of consideration will be given to high school graduates who were affiliated with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham, Alabama, and were little brothers or little sisters. The second priority of consideration will be given to students who participated in Big Brothers Big Sisters in surrounding cities. The third priority of consideration will be given to a student enrolled in a degree program facilitated through UA Online. Applicant must demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines. Supporting documentation is required.

The Ruth Davis Smith Endowed Scholarship

Priority of consideration will be given to undergraduate or graduate students who exhibit academic excellence. Applicant must demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily as defined by federal guidelines.

John C. Snider Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is over the age of 25. Applicant must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress.

Tate Thomas and Mary B. Strickland Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is a resident of Alabama. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required for consideration and the applicant must demonstrate financial need.

Hershel Trimm Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student who is a resident of Alabama and over the age of 25. The awardee must have earned a minimum 2.5 GPA for the previous semester of classes and be enrolled in one course administered through UA Online during the semester in which the award is received. Priority of consideration will be given to a student pursuing a degree in a home-building field.

Warrior Roofing/Thomas G. Shurett Memorial Endowed Scholarship*

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student. Priority of consideration will be given to employees and dependents of employees of Warrior Roofing Company Inc. who are pursuing their education at UA. The second priority of consideration may be given to a deserving student from West Alabama enrolled in a degree program facilitated through UA Online. Supporting documentation is required.

Robert L. Williamson Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student over the age of 25 who is majoring in engineering or business. Applicant must demonstrate financial need and academic excellence with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Jerry F. Wilson Sr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student over the age of 25.

Judith H. Wilson Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student who is pursuing a degree in nursing. Priority of consideration will be given to students from Marion and Winston counties in Alabama.