The University of Missouri’s premier scholarship, the Stamps Scholarship is open to students who are enrolled in any accredited U.S. or international high school.

Stamps Scholars receive a four-year, full scholarship (covering up to the total estimated cost of attendance for fall and spring semesters), plus an additional $16,000 enrichment fund to be used during the student’s four years to enhance their studies and academic pursuits. Stamps Scholars must be enrolled in the Honors College for all four years, working toward the completion of the Honors Certificate.

Stamps Scholars will also have unique opportunities, including a dedicated mentor, contact with campus leadership, alumni networking, funding for study abroad and connection to other students in a larger Stamps Scholarship network.

Eligibility

• Have at least a 32 ACT (or 1420 SAT)
• Hold at least a 3.5 core GPA
• Apply to MU and the Honors College by Dec. 1

Due to the requirements of an in-person interview and the time constraints of the visa application process, we are not currently considering international applicants for the Stamps Scholarship. Individuals lawfully in the United States as permanent resident aliens, asylums, refugees or on a non-immigration visa are welcome to apply.

How to Apply

Step 1: Apply to Mizzou

Step 2: Apply to the Honors College

Step 3: Submit the Stamps Scholars Application via your Application Status Page. This application includes:

• All components of the Honors College application.
• An additional essay of 500-750 words in response to the following prompt:
  • What problem do you want to address or what questions do you want to explore in your college studies? If you are undecided, think about a problem or question you care deeply about.
• 2024-25 Honors College application guidelines regarding AI programs like ChatGPT:
  • You may use generative AI to help generate ideas and brainstorm.
  • Material generated by these programs may be inaccurate, incomplete, or otherwise problematic.
  • Be aware that use may also stifle your own independent thinking and creativity which can result in an incomplete picture of your candidacy.
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak directly to your academic abilities, achievements, and character. They should be teachers, school counselors, coaches, supervisors; one letter must be written by a teacher or counselor.
  • Your writers/references will be sent a link to submit their letters of recommendation. Recommendation letters must be submitted by the Dec. 1 deadline.

Deadlines and Notifications

Dec. 1 – Stamps Scholarship deadline

Mid-December – 100 finalists invited to submit video interview

Mid-January – 20 semi-finalists invited to Stamps Interview Weekend

• With the recent winter weather, responses may be delayed

Feb. 6-8, 2025 – Stamps Interview Weekend on Mizzou campus

All semi-finalists are required to attend. The weekend will include a formal reception, in-person interview, meeting of current Stamps Scholars, lunch with key faculty and administrators, a tour of campus, sessions with campus resources, a session for parents, and several other campus activities. Semi-finalists are responsible for their own travel costs and arrangements. MU will pay for all food and event-related expenses.

March 1 – Finalist nomination

Current and past Stamps Scholars