Scholarships
At SAFS, we recognize that financially secure students are able to take full advantage of their learning opportunities. To help SAFS majors attain financial security to pursue their academic goals, we have provided some guidance and information about scholarships, financial aid, and other financial resources available to you.
SAFS Academic Scholarships
SAFS is very fortunate to have a large number of generous scholarship donors. Peruse our donors, scholarships, and recipients honored in our endowment plaques. Scholarships are awarded to students who exhibit exceptional academic achievement, demonstrated by overall GPA and other measurable academic merit. In some cases, financial need may also be considered.
The School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences (SAFS) scholarship application period is now closed for the 2025-26 academic year. Applications will open again in spring 2026.
Scholarships for Prospective SAFS Majors
Application information will be posted in early 2026
Scholarships for Current SAFS Majors
Application information will be posted in early 2026
SAFS Travel Scholarships
SAFS has some travel funding available to support SAFS undergraduate majors who are attending professional conferences to present their SAFS-related research.
SAFS Travel Scholarship Application
Eligibility
- Matriculated UW student pursuing a BS degree in SAFS
- Presenting first-authored research (oral or poster) at a professional conference
- Travel must be within 2–6 months after application date and must take place while student is active at UW (i.e., not on-leave or after graduation)
Funding
- Up to $500 for conference travel expenses—students are encouraged to seek additional funding from other sources (i.e., Undergraduate Research Program, College of Environment Student Travel Fund, faculty adviser, etc.)
- SAFS Student Travel Funds may be used for: conference registration fees, airfare, ground transportation, lodging
- SAFS Student Travel Funds may not be used for: meals, alcohol, stipends/salary, membership dues
- Students are limited to one award per fiscal year, at a maximum of $500. The fiscal year begins on July 1 and ends on June 30.
How to Apply
To apply, submit a completed application form to SAFS Student Services, safsadv@uw.edu. Electronic applications are preferred, but paper form will be accepted in FSH 116.
SAFS Travel Scholarship Application Form
Deadline
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and should be submitted at least two months ahead of departure date, when possible. Funding is for future travel—applications will not be accepted for travel that occurred prior to submission.
UW Office of Student Financial Aid
We recommend all students consider applying for financial aid, even if not sure of eligibility. Some scholarships may require submission of the FAFSA. For more information, contact the UW Office of Student Financial Aid. SAFS is unable to advise on financial eligibility.
UW Short-term Loan Program
The Office of Student Financial Aid has funds available for short-term loans to assist students with temporary cash flow problems. For more information, review eligibility, borrowing amounts, and terms here. Students should be sure to familiarize themselves with the terms of the loans before borrowing. For more information, contact the UW Office of Student Financial Aid.
Childcare Assistance Program
The Childcare Assistance Program is designed to assist UW Seattle Campus students in covering the costs of licensed childcare for their children (ages birth – 12 years old) while enrolled in an eligible program of study. The website also provides a list of other resources student parents may find useful.
UW Scholarships
- College of the Environment Scholarships and Funding, of special note:
- Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards
- Search the Scholarship Database
- Subscribe to the Scholarship Newsletter
- Read Scholarship Guides for specific identities and fields of study
- Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for transfer students from WA community colleges
- Undergraduate research funding
- Study Abroad Funding
- Bonderman Travel Fellowship