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Eugene McDermott Scholars

Scholarship Overview

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Dec. 20, 2024: At the conclusion of the McDermott Scholars Program selection process, all applicants will be notified by email (personal and UTD) of their status.

The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program (EMSP) is a four-year, full-ride undergraduate merit scholarship program for domestic and international students in all majors. Scholars join a community of peers dedicated to academics, service, and leadership, working hard to improve themselves and UT Dallas.​

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Frequently Asked Questions About the EMSP

Is there a separate application?

Yes, the McDermott Scholars Program Application is accessible on the Apply page of our website.

Do I have to apply to UT Dallas before applying to McDermott?

Yes, you must submit a UT Dallas application to receive your UT Dallas NetID, which is required to start your McDermott Application. You will receive an email with your NetID and instructions for its first-time account setup a few days after you apply to UT Dallas.

Do I have to complete the FAFSA?

Not for the McDermott Scholars Program*; the McDermott award is a merit scholarship and financial need is not a selection criterion. (*Completing the FAFSA is a good idea in general.)

Do I have to be from Dallas, Texas, or the U.S. to apply?

No, the Program is open to international and domestic students.

I am a transfer student. Can I apply to the McDermott Scholars Program?

Regrettably, no. The McDermott Scholars Program is a four-year program and not currently available to transfer students.

May I take a gap year and still apply to be a McDermott Scholar?

No. A McDermott Scholar must be admitted to UT Dallas as a first-time first-year applicant for the fall semester immediately following high school graduation.

How many McDermott Scholars are selected each year?

Around 16-20 McDermott Scholars are selected each year.

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