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Dyann Fergus and Peter K. Wirth Breakthrough Scholars Award

University of Wisconsin - Madison
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About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/15/2026
Closes: 5/1/2027

The Dyann Fergus and Peter K. Wirth Breakthrough Scholars Award supports students planning to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Incoming freshmen from Wisconsin who are first-generation college students with financial need are welcome to apply.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Resident of Wisconsin
  • High school senior
  • Seeking a professional certification or bachelor's degree
  • Planning to attend University of Wisconsin Madison
  • Firstgeneration college student
  • Demonstrate financial need

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: WI
    Situation
    First-Generation College Student

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