Jenkins Scholars receive the full cost of attendance for four years of undergraduate study at UM. The award includes tuition and fees, on-campus housing, a meal plan, University health insurance, and a laptop allowance. Students may also receive a stipend for books, transportation, and personal expenses.
With the support of the Office of Academic Enhancement, Jenkins Scholars take part in exclusive programs, benefit from one-on-one advising, participate in group community service efforts, and are personally referred for additional prestigious academic opportunities.
Recipients will be notified of a decision between late January to early February.
How to Apply
1. Guidance counselors must nominate their student via the Counselor Nomination Form by November 1.
2. Nominated students must submit an additional essay through the applicant portal by November 7. In 800 words or less, the essay should address the following, with significant emphasis on the third point:
- Why they wish to attend the University of Miami.
- How receiving the George W. Jenkins Scholarship would impact them.
- Any special circumstances they faced, specifically any history of overcoming significant adversity.
Students must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS Profile no later than November 15.
If any required materials are missing, students may not be eligible for scholarship consideration.
Eligibility Criteria
In addition to the criteria listed below, eligible students are required to submit all First-Year Admission Requirements by the Early Decision I or Early Action deadline of November 1.
Residency
Open only to U.S. citizens who are residents of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, or Virginia, graduating from an accredited high school within their home state.
Academics
Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.75 on a 4.0 scale and a well-rounded college preparatory curriculum are required.
Personal History
Participation in school or community activities, a strong work ethic, and a history of overcoming significant adversity will be considered.
Terms and Conditions
A Jenkins Scholar must complete a full-time undergraduate program of study with no fewer than 12 credit hours during each of the fall and spring semesters for a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year. A minimum of a 3.0 GPA for the academic year must be maintained at the University of Miami, with the initial calculation at the end of the second semester of attendance. The award is subject to revision pending receipt of any grant, scholarship, or prepaid tuition and/or housing aid not anticipated at the time the award is made. Visit our Terms & Conditions page for more information.
Contact Us
Karina Bruce
Assistant Director, Office of Undergraduate Admission
kbruce@miami.edu | PH: 305-284-6000
