Undergraduate Scholarships
Thanks to the generous philanthropy of our donors, you are able to extend your opportunities when you apply for a scholarship. Besides the degree-specific scholarships available through our school, we encourage you to explore other scholarships available at ASU.
General Scholarships
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Scholarships
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers a wide range of scholarships and awards to support our students. These may be based on merit, financial need, or specific academic achievements.
Explore funding opportunities that include major-specific awards, study abroad support, and undergraduate research scholarships.
National Scholarships
The Lorraine W. Frank Office of National Scholarship Advisement, administered by Barrett, The Honors College, helps students apply for prestigious national and international awards such as the Rhodes, Fulbright, and Marshall scholarships.
This resource is available to all ASU students—not just those enrolled in Barrett—and provides guidance throughout the competitive scholarship application process.
Hugh Downs School Scholarships
Eligibility Requirements
- Female undergraduate pursuing a career or studies in public relations
- Must be a full-time resident of Arizona
- Must demonstrate financial need as defined by ASU Financial Aid and Scholarship Services
- Must be a full-time student in the Hugh Downs School for the duration of the award
- If no eligible female student is identified, the scholarship may be awarded to a male or female student from Arizona pursuing public relations
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Preference for juniors and seniors
- Must be a full-time student in the Hugh Downs School for the duration of the award
Award split between semesters
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.5 cumulative ASU GPA
- Junior or senior status during the award period
- Must be a full-time student for the duration of the award with an emphasis on interpersonal or intercultural communication
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Preference given to juniors and seniors; however, outstanding freshmen and sophomores may be considered
- Must be a full-time student in the Hugh Downs School for the duration of the award
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Preference given to juniors and seniors; however, outstanding freshmen and sophomores may be considered
- Must be a full-time student in the Hugh Downs School for the duration of the award
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Preference given to juniors and seniors; however, outstanding freshmen and sophomores may be considered. All majors with membership on the Forensics team will be considered.
- Must be a full-time student in any major for the duration of the award
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Preference given to juniors and seniors; however, outstanding freshmen and sophomores may be considered
- Must be a full-time student in the Hugh Downs School for the duration of the award
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Preference given to juniors and seniors; however, outstanding freshmen and sophomores may be considered
- Must be a full-time student in the Hugh Downs School for the duration of the award
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Preference given to juniors and seniors; however, outstanding freshmen and sophomores may be considered
- Must be a full-time student in the Hugh Downs School for the duration of the award
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be pursuing a degree in Group Communication, Organizational Communication, or a related area associated with the Center for Strategic Communication
- Preference given to students demonstrating special needs such as a physical disability, returning to school after a significant absence, a renewed commitment to education, or other circumstances at the discretion of the selection committee
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative ASU GPA
- Full-time or part-time student pursuing any major or minor, enrolled in performance studies classes in the Hugh Downs School, and demonstrating significant contributions to performance through creative activity, scholarship, and/or community service
Hugh Downs School Awards and Recognition Ceremony
Our Spring 2025 Awards and Recognition Ceremony was held on April 12 at the historic Carson Ballroom inside Old Main on ASU’s Tempe campus.
Congratulations to all our student award recipients, and a heartfelt thank you to the generous donors who make these scholarships possible.
The 2025 program can be viewed here.
Pictured: our 2025 student award recipients, donors, Sun Devil 100 honorees, and supporters following the ceremony.
Additional Scholarship Resources
Explore university-wide opportunities beyond the Hugh Downs School to expand your funding options: