The University of Missouri’s premier scholarship program.

MU is a proud partner in the Stamps Scholars Program. The MU Honors College joined the Stamps Scholars Program in 2016, and the ongoing relationship has had a lasting and positive impact on our campus and honors communities.

Award Amount and Expectations

Stamps Scholars at the University of Missouri 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. MU Stamps Scholars must be enrolled in the Honors College for all four years, working toward 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 Requirements

To be eligible to apply for the Stamps Scholars Program at the University of Missouri, a student must have at least a 32 ACT (or 1420 SAT), hold at least a 3.5 core GPA, and have applied to MU and the Honors College by December 1st. The program is open to students of any nationality and who are enrolled in any accredited US or international high school.

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, asylees, refugees, or on a nonimmigration visa are welcome to apply.

How to Apply

• Apply to MU
• Apply to the Honors College
• 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.
  • 2024-2025 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 December 1st deadline.

Deadlines and Notifications

• Stamps Scholars Application December 1st
• In mid-December, approximately 100 applications will be invited to submit a video interview
• In mid-January, 20 semi-finalists will be invited to Stamps Interview Weekend
• Stamps Interview Weekend: February 8-10, 2024
  • All semi-finalists are required to attend this on-campus event. 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. The University will pay for all food and event-related expenses.
• Finalist Nomination: March 1st

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For More Information

If you have any questions regarding the Stamps application process please contact Jess Soete, Honors Admissions and Events Specialist.
For questions about the program please contact our Scholarship & Research Coordinator, Ava Drayton or contact the Honors College at 573-882-3893.