Nutmeg Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by University of Connecticut

The Nutmeg Scholarship is a prestigious award that recognizes the outstanding achievements of Connecticut high school seniors. To be considered, candidates must exhibit superior academic prowess, have a record of significant contributions to their school and community, and embody the characteristics of a responsible citizen and leader.

Given the competitive nature of the selection process and the high volume of applications received, not all applicants will be awarded a scholarship. Candidates may be considered for the Nutmeg Scholarship, Stamps Scholarship, or Day of Pride Scholarship, but not for all three simultaneously.

For those applying under the Early Decision scheme, please note that Nutmeg Scholarship recipients will not be informed of their award status at the time of admission. The selection for the Nutmeg Scholarship will be finalized in early February.

Eligibility Criteria and Application Guidelines:

Eligibility and Selection Process for the Nutmeg Scholarship

• Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. Permanent Resident Alien (proof of alien registration card or immigration status in the USA is required), or an undocumented student who has lived in Connecticut for at least two years
• Applicants must be Connecticut residents who are currently enrolled in a Connecticut secondary school and are expected to graduate and enroll at the University of Connecticut in the fall semester of 2026
• Applicants must have participated in leadership activities in high school and/or their community
• Applicants must have shown a dedication to community service
• Submission of standardized test scores is optional for Nutmeg Scholarship eligibility. If choosing to submit, applicants should have a minimum combined SAT Score of 1370 or an ACT composite score of 30.
• Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale and, if available, rank in the top 10% of their graduating class

The selection process will evaluate the following:

• Academic performance (including class rank, if available; GPA; and optional standardized test scores)
• Letters of recommendation
• Responses to short answer questions
• Leadership roles in school and community
• Interview (as determined by the Scholarship Selection Committee)

Important Dates:

Applicants must complete either the Common Application or Coalition Application by November 1, 2025.

The deadline for the Nutmeg Supplemental Application is November 8, 2025.

Within two days of submitting the Common Application or Coalition Application, applicants will receive an email with instructions on how to access the applicant portal where the Nutmeg Supplemental Application can be found. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions must receive the Nutmeg Supplemental Form and all required documents by November 8, 2025.