UCLA Economics
Departmental Scholarships
We appreciate the generous contributions of our donors who make these scholarships possible.
The application cycle for the 2026–2027 academic year is now open.
Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. PDT
Follow These Steps to Apply
Review scholarships, complete your application, and submit by the deadline.
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REVIEW
Review available scholarships offered by the Department of Economics.
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LOG IN
Sign in to AcademicWorks using your UCLA Logon to begin your application.
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COMPLETE
Complete the UCLA general application, then search for Economics on the platform.
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SUBMIT
Submit your application by April 17, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.
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UCLA Economics
Eligibility & Award Details
Before you apply, review who is eligible and how Department scholarships are awarded and distributed.
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Important Notes Before You Submit
Not officially declared yet?
Add a note at the bottom of your personal statement explaining why and when you anticipate being officially declared. This is especially relevant for Business Economics applicants this Spring and for double majors.
Accounting or Entrepreneurship
If you are not yet officially in the Minor in Accounting or Minor in Entrepreneurship, but expect to be by this Spring, indicate that at the bottom of your personal statement.
Incoming students
Students newly admitted for the upcoming Fall quarter are not yet eligible to apply for Department scholarships.
Application Details
- Please wait to submit your application until all Winter Quarter grades have been posted to your DAR.
- You must have submitted an application to declare the major officially by the application deadline.
- When uploading files, title them using your last name and first initial. Example: Bruin-J
- Award recipients are required to write a thank-you note to the donor and complete post-acceptance information.
- Scholarships are for the upcoming academic year. Receiving a scholarship one year does not guarantee or preclude receiving one in a future year.
Ready to Apply?
Review available scholarships, complete your application, and submit by the deadline to be considered for Department of Economics funding opportunities.
