The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid has announced the opening of the University Scholarship Application process for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Current and newly admitted students are encouraged to visit the UNCW Scholarship Manager platform to learn more about application eligibility, requirements, and deadlines – noting the priority deadline is March 1 and the final deadline is June 1.
Annually, the university awards more than 600 donor-funded scholarships – including 16 scholarships supported by the UNCW Alumni Association (UNCWAA) and the addition of more than 280 new scholarships during the Like No Other campaign.
A listing of scholarship descriptions, categories, and awards available through each college and academic unit is available for applicants to explore online. Additionally, need-based, merit, fellowship, and school-specific scholarships are also available.
For additional information or questions regarding the scholarship application, contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. Learn more about donor-funded scholarships, or creating your own scholarship, by visiting giving.uncw.edu.