Brigham Young University Russell M. Nelson Scholarship

Amount:
$292,320
Deadline:
December 16, 2025
Awards Available: 50

Scholarship Description

The Russell M. Nelson Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship offered at Brigham Young University. Recipients are among the most academically gifted students who enter the university.

Scholarship Details

  • Awarded to 50 entering freshman.
  • Recipients must demonstrate academic excellence as well as strong character, leadership, and adherence to Church standards.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be an entering freshman student at Brigham Young University.
  • Must exemplify the values in the "For the Strength of Youth" pamphlet, including character, leadership, integrity, and devotion to the Church.

Application Process

  1. Complete the scholarship application at Brigham Young University.
  2. The scholarship committee will review your scholarship application essay.

If you are a high-achieving student who also demonstrates strong character and devotion to the values of the Church, the Russell M. Nelson Scholarship provides a significant opportunity to support your education at Brigham Young University.

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