Dean's and President's Scholars

Congratulations on being admitted to the College as a Dean's or President's Scholar! You are a part of a prestigious group of students that were recognized for their impressive academic achievements and intellectual pursuits.

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Request your summer funding through the Merit Award Disbursement Form

Summer Funding Awards

Dean’s Scholars receive $5,000 in funding for one summer opportunity.

President’s Scholars receive $10,000, which can be split across two summers for internship or research opportunities or used during one summer to enroll in multiple summer courses.

Internship Funding

Dean's and President's Scholars can use their funding to pursue summer research or internship opportunities! Learn more about eligible experiences.

Employer Funded Opportunities

If you are interested in using your funds for an internship that comes with a small stipend, contact Brennan Rudy at brudy@uchicago.edu to discuss whether it is eligible for your Dean’s or President’s funds.

Summer Course Funding

Dean’s or President’s Scholars can also use their summer funding for UChicago summer courses. Students are responsible for any tuition and fees beyond their award amount. To request your Dean's or President's funding for a summer course at UChicago, please submit the course title, instructor’s name and title, and confirmation of course registration.

Taxable Income

Both Dean’s and President’s Scholar funding is considered taxable income in the year you use it for an opportunity, similar to Metcalf internship stipends.

While the University cannot offer individualized tax advice, please visit the “taxes” section of the Metcalf Internship Program FAQ page for more information.