First-Year Global Wildcat Award

University of Arizona
Amount
$4,000 - $20,000 USD
Auto applied
Yes
Last updated
June 6, 2025
Source
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Overview

The First-Year Global Wildcat Award is a merit-based scholarship designed for first-year students at the University of Arizona. This award recognizes academic excellence by offering financial support based on your grade point average (GPA), converted to the US GPA system during the admission process. It provides an excellent opportunity for international and domestic students to receive funding for their undergraduate studies.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a first-year student admitted to the University of Arizona
  • GPA is calculated by converting your academic grades to the US GPA system during admission
  • Automatic consideration upon admission; no separate application required

Scholarship Value

The scholarship amount varies according to your GPA as follows for the Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 academic year:

  • GPA 3.90–4.00: $20,000
  • GPA 3.75–3.89: $16,000
  • GPA 3.50–3.74: $12,500
  • GPA 3.25–3.49: $7,500
  • GPA 3.00–3.24: $4,000

Important Notes

  • The award amount is a one-time scholarship for the first year of study
  • No separate application is necessary; all admitted first-year students are automatically evaluated
  • GPA conversion to the US system is handled by the University during the admission process

This scholarship is an excellent way to support your academic journey at the University of Arizona. If you are a high-achieving student seeking scholarships for international students or academic excellence awards, the First-Year Global Wildcat Award offers significant funding based on your academic merit. Apply now by submitting your admission application and check your eligibility through your GPA conversion.

Eligible nationalities

All nationalities

Eligible program levels

  • 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
  • 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
  • 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • 3-Year Undergraduate Advanced Diploma
  • 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • Integrated Masters
  • Top-up Degree
Transfer Global Wildcat Award
University of Arizona
Amount
$2,500 - $10,000 USD
Auto applied
Yes
Eligible nationalities
All nationalities
Eligible program levels
1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate, 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma, 3-Year Bachelor's Degree, 3-Year Undergraduate Advanced Diploma, 4-Year Bachelor's Degree, Integrated Masters, Top-up Degree
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