About the Udall Scholarship

The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship Program identifies future leaders in environmental, Tribal public policy, and health care fields and honors the legacies of Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall. An estimated 65 scholarships of $7,500 will be awarded in 2027. The Udall Foundation is committed to its core values of integrity, civility, consensus, public service, and nonpartisanship and is looking for applicants with that same commitment.

 

The Udall Scholarship offers three categories for applicants to choose from based on their interests and eligibility: Tribal Policy, Native Health Care, and Environment. 

Udall Scholarship Categories

Tribal Policy

For Native Americans or Alaska Natives working on public policy issues in Indian country

Native Health Care

For Native Americans or Alaska Natives pursuing health-related careers

Environment

For all undergraduates interested in conservation & environmental issues

Interested in Applying?

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • be US citizens, nationals, or permanent residents 

  • be a current sophomore or junior at UNL 

  • intend to pursue a career in one of the three scholarship categories 

 

Applicants for the Tribal Policy and Native Health Care categories must also be an enrolled member of one or more of the Federally Recognized Indian Tribes. 

UNL's Udall Scholarship Advisor

Udall Campus Nomination Timeline

  1. January 11, 2027

    Complete URAF Interest & Consent Form 

    Contact Dr. Frankie Antillon

  2. By February 16, 2027

    Required: Draft 1 Advising Appointment with Dr. Frankie Antillon

  3. February 17-24, 2027

    Final Draft Revision Advising Appointments

  4. February 25, 2027

    Campus Deadline: Students' final Udall application materials and reference due for nomination

  5. March 4, 2027

    External Deadline: URAF Director submits nominated applications