Financial Literacy Scholarship Application

Eligibility Criteria:  

• Current UW Tacoma Students or Community College students planning to transfer to UW Tacoma to start Winter Quarter 2027 (Scholarship will be applied towards Winter Quarter 2027 tuition)
• Must be enrolled at UWT Winter Quarter 2027
• Attend minimum of 1 Financial Confidence workshop/Speaker series organized by the Center for Financial Wellness
• Demonstrated commitment to Financial Literacy Education
• Financial aid eligible 

How to Apply:

• First and Last Name (per UW registration)
• UW Email
• Intended Major and Anticipated Graduation Date
• CFW Event Attended (Be specific: Date, Event Name, Speaker)
• Video topic and reason why you chose this topic
• Upload your one-minute video via Google, OneDrive, YouTube or Vimeo link
• Create a 1-minute educational/informational video on building Financial Confidence on a personal finance topic of your choice. (If you need assistance, please contact us at financialwellness@uw.edu)
• Ensure both the application and videos are submitted by the application deadline. 

Selection Process:

• Our scholarship committee will review applications and select the most dedicated and enthusiastic candidate who demonstrates a clear understanding of financial literacy concepts and their importance. The scholarship recipients will be notified by December 20, 2025
• Scholarship recipients will be required to meet with the selection committee, scholarship sponsor, and/or others.
• Scholarship recipients will release their right to the video to the Center for Financial Wellness for publication on the website and other social media platforms.
• For any questions or additional information, please reach out to us at: financialwellness@uw.edu