Oliver Hill Scholars
By-invitation scholarship for students selected from the Richmond Scholars finalist pool at the University of Richmond (USA), recognizing commitment to social justice; adds ~50% tuition to the Presidential Scholarship.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
United States
Funding
Combines with the Presidential Scholarship (~50% tuition) for a total near or full tuition scholarship. Also up to $5,500 enrichment fund.
Eligible applicants
By invitation from Richmond Scholars finalist pool; entering freshmen at University of Richmond; demonstrated commitment to social justice and public service; December 1 initial deadline
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Overview
Oliver Hill Scholars is offered by University of Richmond for Undergraduate study in United States. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionMust apply for University of Richmond admission and the Richmond Scholars program by December 1; Oliver Hill nomination comes from Richmond Scholars finalist process
- Richmond Scholars application (initial step)Required
What this scholarship covers
Near or full tuition (Oliver Hill + Presidential Scholarship combined)
Included
Up to $5,500 enrichment fund
Included
Combines with the Presidential Scholarship (~50% tuition) for a total near or full tuition scholarship. Also up to $5,500 enrichment fund. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
Conditional
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Eligible Richmond applicants.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Must be a Richmond Scholars finalist; strong academic record and demonstrated commitment to social justice/public service
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- United States
Official eligibility summary
Open to: By invitation from Richmond Scholars finalist pool; entering freshmen at University of Richmond; demonstrated commitment to social justice and public service; December 1 initial deadline. University of Richmond also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- By invitation from Richmond Scholars finalist pool; entering freshmen at University of Richmond; demonstrated commitment to social justice and public service; December 1 initial deadline
Study route
- Undergraduate study in United States
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: By invitation from Richmond Scholars finalist pool; entering freshmen at University of Richmond; demonstrated commitment to social justice and public service; December 1 initial deadline. University of Richmond also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Apply to the University of Richmond and the Richmond Scholars program by December 1
- 2
If selected as a Richmond Scholars finalist, you may be invited to apply for the Oliver Hill Scholars program
Application timeline
Application cycle
Linked to the Richmond Scholars selection timeline: initial deadline December 1, finalist interviews in January–February. 10 scholars selected per year.
The listed deadline is December 1, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of Richmond
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is December 1, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.