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GEAR UP Utah Scholarship

GEAR UP Utah provides scholarships to support GEAR UP Utah students in pursuing their undergraduate education. Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements, so please review them carefully to determine your eligibility.

Available Scholarships

 

  • Graduating Class of 2025
    GEAR UP Utah Scholarship

    *Applications open May 15, 2025

  • Graduating Class of 2024 or Earlier
    GEAR UP Utah Scholarship

Graduating Class of 2025

GEAR UP Utah Scholarship

*Applications open May 15, 2025

For GEAR UP Utah students graduating in 2025 or later the Class of 2025 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for eligible students to receive financial support for their undergraduate education. This one-time award of up to $740 is available to full-time students (prorated for part-time students) who meet the eligibility requirements.

To be considered for the 2025/2026 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements: 

Eligibility Requirements
  • GEAR UP Participation: You must enroll in GEAR UP by October 1, of your graduation year and participated in at least three GEAR UP activities/services during your graduation year. 
  • Federal Aid Eligible: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal student aid and have the results sent to the school you are attending. 
  • Age Limit: Applicants must be under the age of 22 at the time of award contract. 
  • Enrollment in Undergraduate College/University: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate institution.

 

  

Senior Checklist
  • Participate in at least 3 GEAR UP activities/services 
  • Complete FAFSA and have it sent to the school you will attend or enroll in college courses 
  • Complete the GEAR UP scholarship application (after enrolled in college courses)

 

Class of 2025 Scholarship Application

Graduating Class of 2024 or Earlier

GEAR UP Utah Scholarship

For GEAR UP Utah students who graduated in 2024 or earlier, the Class of 2024 or Earlier GEAR UP Utah Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for eligible students to receive financial support for their undergraduate education. This one-time award of up to $740 is available to full-time students (prorated for part-time students) who meet the eligibility requirements.

To be considered for the 2024/2025 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:

Eligibility Requirements
  • PELL Eligibility: You must qualify for the Federal Pell Grant. Make sure you’ve completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility. 
  • Age Limit: Applicants must be under the age of 22 at the time of award contract. 
  • GEAR UP Participation: You must have been a GEAR UP student during the years 2017-2024 and participated in GEAR UP activities during your senior year.
  • Enrollment in Undergraduate College/University: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate institution.

 

  

How to Apply
  • Complete the FAFSA: If you haven’t already, submit your FAFSA to determine your Pell Grant eligibility.
  • Confirm that you were a GEAR UP student between 2017 and 2024.
  • Apply Early: Fill out this application. The scholarship is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the 2024/2025 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship, feel free to reach out to GEAR UP Utah. We’re here to help you succeed in your educational journey!

Class of 2024 or Earlier Scholarship Application

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