Quick Facts

Eligible CountriesAny
Host CountryUSA
Area of StudyOthers
Application Deadline1 December 2026
Scholarship TypeUndergraduate
FundingFully Funded
Mode of StudyIn-person
ReferenceRAS-2026-1953
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About This Scholarship

The Jefferson Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded undergraduate scholarship at the University of Virginia for outstanding students demonstrating exceptional potential in leadership, scholarship, and engaged citizenship. The scholarship covers the entire cost of attendance for four years including tuition, room, board, books, and miscellaneous expenses, plus enrichment opportunities such as international travel, career development, and research collaboration.

What This Scholarship Covers

  • Full tuition covered
  • Room and board
  • Books and miscellaneous expenses
  • International travel opportunities
  • Career development and networking
  • Leadership and citizenship programs
  • Research collaboration opportunities
  • Speaker series and alumni connections
  • Explanatory fund access

Who Can Apply

  • 1 Must demonstrate excellence or potential for excellence in leadership, scholarship, and engaged citizenship
  • 2 Must apply to and gain admission to the University of Virginia
  • 3 Must be nominated by their secondary school
  • 4 Must complete required nomination materials and essays
  • 5 Must enroll at the University of Virginia to receive the scholarship
  • 6 Financial need is not considered in selection
  • 7 Open to students from all countries

How to Apply

1
Be nominated by your secondary school
2
Complete required nomination materials and essays
3
Undergo regional review as part of the three-component selection process (Nomination, Regional Review, Final Selection)
4
Apply to and gain admission to the University of Virginia
📅 4 years

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