Interested in pursuing an academic passion project? Join our information session for the 2026 Plastino Scholars Awards on October 13 at 4:30 p.m. in McDowell Hall Room 205/206.

With monetary awards of up to $6,000, the Plastino Scholars Program supports undergraduate students in self-designed, off-campus learning experiences. Plastino Scholars have traveled to over 30 countries to realize their dreams. Attend our information session to learn about the application process and become the next Plastino Scholar!

Requirements

This program is open to any full-time undergraduate student at the University of Delaware who has not completed more than five semesters.

Learn More

Learn more at the Plastino Scholars Program webpage.

To apply, please use the 2026 Plastino Scholars Application.

For questions, please reach out to the Director of the Plastino Scholars Program, Patricia Sloane-White.