Greater Milwaukee Foundation Patricia Smith Wilmeth Scholarship

Awarded to degree-seeking students in a course of study leading to a career related to science, the environment, or education. Eligibility criteria:

  • Undergraduate student who has achieved sophomore status
  • Cumulative GPA greater than 2.5
  • Demonstrates Financial Need
  • Wisconsin Resident

Preference will be given to:

  • Students from Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, or Waukesha Counties
  • Returning students who started a degree program, had their education interrupted for a period of time, and who are now returning to complete their degree.

Additional preference will be given to students whose education has been interrupted in order to provide care for one or more family members (including children or elders) or for a student whose time away from higher education included significant volunteer community service.

Donor
Greater Milwaukee Foundation Patricia Smith Wilmeth Fund
Award
$8,000
Schools, Colleges, Departments, and Areas
Need-Based Scholarships, University-Wide Scholarships, UWM Foundation Scholarships
Deadline
02/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you enrolled in a course of study leading to a career related to science, the environment, or education?
  2. Are you a returning student that experienced an interruption in your education? If Yes, Please describe the circumstances that led to the interruption in your education.
    • Are you a returning student that experienced an interruption in your education? If Yes, Please describe the circumstances that led to the interruption in your education.