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Marriott Foundation Scholarship


Name: Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation Scholarship

Award Amount: At least $1,000 annually; amount may vary based on cost of attendance, financial need, and other resources

Information and Eligibility:
The Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation Scholarship supports deserving undergraduate students in achieving their educational goals. Awards are based on academic ability, personal goals, community involvement, financial need, recommendations, and a student essay. Scholarships are granted annually and are renewable for up to three additional years or until the undergraduate degree is completed, whichever comes first.

Eligibility criteria include:

  • Enrollment: Must be attending or planning to attend within one year one of the following universities:
    • BYU – Idaho
    • BYU – Hawaii
    • BYU – Provo
    • Southern Virginia University
    • The University of Utah
    • Utah State University
    • Utah Valley University
    • Weber State University
  • Degree Program: Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree on a full-time basis with at least one year remaining.
  • Academic Performance: Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Reapplication: Must submit a renewal application each year to continue receiving the award.

Application requirements include:

  • Completed scholarship application form
  • Typed essay (maximum 500 words) describing a past experience that had a significant influence
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Current academic transcript
  • Copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA
  • Participation in a phone interview if selected as a semi-finalist

Deadline: See program website for current application dates.

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Request to Update or Remove This Scholarship. The CollegeWhale ID number for this Scholarship is #12530. This Scholarship was added in December 2010 and last reviewed by a member of our staff on August, 2025.

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