Foundation Scholarships
A page within UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation
Empowering Students, Inspiring Donors
Through the generosity of alumni and friends, the UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation provided over $1.9 million in student scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. These scholarships reduce financial barriers and empower students to focus on achieving their academic and career goals. This continued support represents a meaningful investment in the next generation of UWL leaders.
2027-28 Scholarship Application Portal is Currently Open
To apply, visit the UWL scholarship application portal and log in using your UWL NetID credentials.
Application period: Oct. 1, 2026–Jan. 15, 2027
Please note: Incoming first-year and transfer students must be accepted to UWL before applying for scholarships.
Resources
Students
It Make$ Cents!
It Make$ Cents! is a resource for students who are focused on finding alternative funding for their education. The IMC is committed to helping students locate scholarships, grants and cash awards that fit their unique qualifications, educate them on submitting high quality applications and ultimately, see them further their education by receiving funds to fund that education.
UWL Financial Aid
Do you have questions about how pay for college? You'll find information on financial aid and how to manage money at the Financial Aid Office.
Faculty
- Scholarship Coordinator
- 142 Cleary Alumni & Friends Center
- csmith4@uwlax.edu
- 608.785.8760