To honor the legacies of Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall, whose careers had a significant impact on Native American self-governance, health care, and the stewardship of public lands and natural resources, the Udall Foundation awards scholarships to college sophomores and juniors who are future leaders in environmental, Tribal public policy, and health care fields.
Deadline: December (Internal); March (External)
Value: In 2026, the Udall Foundation anticipates awarding up to 65 scholarships of $7,500 each for tuition, room and board, or other educational expenses; Four-day Udall Scholars Orientation in Tucson, Arizona to meet with other Scholars, elected officials, environmental and tribal leaders
Eligibility: Sophomore and junior level college students
Major: environment; public policy; health care; engineering; science; education; urban planning and renewal; business; justice; economics
Fellowship Type: Undergraduate
Nomination: Yes; Please contact the Office of National Fellowships.
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Udall Application Deadlines
- Internal Deadline: December 15, 2026
- National Deadline: March 4, 2027
Udall Recommended Steps and Timeline
- December 15, 2026: INTERNAL DEADLINE
- Submit nomination application to the Office of National Fellowships for nomination consideration. If selected for nomination, the Udall Faculty Representative, Leigh Pratt, will provide you access to the application.
- By December 22: Nominees notified.
- By January 4: (1) Send first draft of your Programs and Activities responses (D1 – D3) to the Office of National Fellowships for feedback. (2) Nominees confirm recommenders and send names and contact information to the Office of National Fellowships. Please make sure you have confirmed they are willing to write for you before you send their names to us. Letters will be due by February 15.
- By January 11: Send first draft of your Career Goals (B1&B2), research (D4), and clarifying experience (D6) responses to the Office of National Fellowships for feedback.
- By January 18: Send the first draft of your leadership (D5), service (D7), and additional information (D8) responses to the Office of National Fellowships for feedback.
- By February 1: Send first draft of your Udall essay to the Office of National Fellowships for feedback.
- Throughout February: Work on revisions of all responses.
- February 25: Nominees complete & send FERPA form for a copy of your official transcripts.
- March 3, 2027: Applicants should submit materials by 11:59 PM on March 3 to allow sufficient time for upload ahead of the National Application Deadline.
- March 4, 2027 at 11:59 pm MST : NATIONAL DEADLINE
- April 22: Finalists notified via email
Application Element | Description |
A | Your Profile – basic biographical information |
B | Career Goals – what you intend to do in your professional career |
C | Education – details about your academics and any awards you’ve received |
D | Programs and Activities – highlight your commitment to community and your leadership experiences |
Udall Essay | 800-word response to essay prompt |
