Will you be part of our next cohort of scholars?

Recruitment for Cohort 10 of the MKE Scholars Program has begun!

Please review the information below for more details! 


We would like to extend the opportunity to join the next cohort of the MKE Scholars Program. Please note that students accepted under the UWM First-Year Bridge Program are not eligible for the MKE Scholars Program. Please continue reading the application information below for a better understanding of the program benefits and expectations.

As a member of the MKE Scholars Program, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) are pleased to provide you with the following special benefits: 

Learn about the Benefits of MKE Scholars Program

A renewable $1000 scholarship toward UWM tuition and fees for up to four years, covering fall & spring semesters ONLY  

Progress towards the completion of Cultures and Communities Certificate, a distinguishing accomplishment to complement your undergraduate degree 

Added support through academic advising and peer mentorship for advanced development opportunities within the UWM community 

Social and educational programs to build a strong peer community   

Early access and notification to some on and off campus scholarships, internships, and service opportunities 

To receive these benefits and maintain membership in the program, you must agree to: 

Learn about the Expectations of the MKE Scholars Program

Prospective students must be admitted to UWM as New Freshman. Currently enrolled UWM students, students admitted to the UWM First-Year Bridge Program, re-entry, and transfer students are not eligible for this program

As an admitted, Bachelor’s degree seeking undergraduate student attending UW-Milwaukee – Main Campus you must:

Complete/submit the MKE Scholars Program Application no later than Tuesday, May 15th, 2025 (Available starting Sunday, December 1st, 2024). 

Complete/submit MKE Scholars Program Confirmation no later than Friday, June 13th, 2025 (Available starting Thursday, May 1st, 2025).

Complete/submit required enrollment “To-Do” list items outlined in the Admissions Portal and PAWS. 

Attend a New Student Orientation (NSO) session during the summer of 2025. Please remember that you may not schedule your New Student Orientation session the same week as the MKE Scholars Summer Experience.

Actively participate in a week-long, in person, MKE Scholars Program Summer Experience (June option or August option) and attend the Fall 2025 MKE Scholars Program Kickoff (late August 2025)

Connect with your success coach at least two times during Summer 2025 outside of the week long summer experience (these meetings can be virtual).

Meet bi-weekly with your assigned MKE Scholars Program Success Coach during the academic year. 

Maintain regular engagement with your Academic Advisor and Peer Mentor during the academic year.

Participate in offered MKE Scholars events throughout the summer and academic year.

Successfully complete cohort courses towards the completion of the Cultures & Communities certificate program throughout your academic career at UWM, starting Fall 2025.

Complete & Submit a FERPA form permitting UWM to share information about your enrollment and progress with your college readiness program staff and external funding program partners. 

Represent the University as a student leader and serve as an ambassador for the MKE Scholars Program 

MKE Scholars Program Application Process

  1. Review 2025 MKE Scholars Program Application

    Before completing the electronic application form, please review the 2025 MKE Scholars Program Application PDF Version

  2. Submit the 2025 Program Application


    Please remember to review the 2025 MKE Scholars Program Application PDF Version before you have submitted the online application. The program application is due no later than Tuesday, May 15th, 2025. Please Reach out to mkescholars-program@uwm.edu if you have any questions!  

    The MKE Scholars Program Application will be available on Sunday December 1st, 2024.

  3. Submit the Program Confirmation

    The program confirmation form will be available on Thursday May 1st, 2025. Please check back in May 2025!