Scholarship Opportunity

UNR Graduate Dean's Merit Scholarship

Offered by University of Nevada, Reno Graduate School

A nomination-based merit scholarship for incoming and continuing domestic or international master's and doctoral students in eligible UNR graduate programs.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelGraduate Student, Incoming Graduate Student

AI Use Policy

No AI policy is stated

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026 Nomination Cycle

OpensJanuary 28, 2026
DeadlineAugust 10, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be fully admitted to an eligible UNR master's, MFA, Ph.D., or doctoral program.
  • Enroll in at least six units during fall and spring.
  • Be nominated by the Graduate Program Director.
  • Meet satisfactory academic progress requirements.

Requirements

  • Secure program-director nomination.
  • Current students must complete the annual MyNEVADA scholarship application.
  • Meet the program and Graduate School eligibility rules.

How to Apply

  1. 1Ask the graduate program about its internal nomination process.
  2. 2Provide academic, research, work, and program-fit information.
  3. 3The Graduate Program Director submits the nomination.