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The Flinn Scholarship
The Flinn Scholarship isn’t about what you get. It’s about who you become and the impact you make. With the world-class education made possible by the Flinn Scholarship, you can become an agent of discovery, creativity and leadership who will make a difference.
The Flinn Scholarship—valued at more than $140,000—covers tuition, fees, housing, and meals at one of Arizona’s public universities, plus study abroad. Each year, about 20 top Arizona high-school seniors are chosen to learn from amazing faculty, business leaders, and civic innovators and join a vibrant, eclectic community—including a powerful alumni network.
What’s the Flinn Scholar blueprint? There is none. Scholars emerge from throughout Arizona and become leaders in every discipline you can imagine.
Class of 2027 Flinn Scholarship application opens
The application for the Class of 2027 Flinn Scholarship is open for Arizona high-school seniors who are seeking the opportunity to travel abroad, conduct research, and pursue creative expression; the support to pursue internships and volunteer experiences; and a talented, welcoming, and driven community of friends to share the journey. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, Oct. 13.
The merit-based Flinn Scholarship—valued at more than $140,000—covers tuition, fees, housing, and meals at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, or the University of Arizona. The Flinn Scholars Program was established in 1986 by the Flinn Foundation in partnership with Arizona’s three public universities. [Apply]
Flinn Scholars share their stories and advice
Flinn Scholars enjoy talking about the Flinn Scholarship and the impact it is making on their college experience. Another trademark of a Flinn Scholar is to offer support and advice, including to those who are eager to join them on a full ride to an Arizona public university.
“It looks like a daunting application, but don’t take the application fully at face value. You use it as an opportunity to reflect about things that you’ve done and then the service that you’ve already committed during high school. Use it as an opportunity to reflect on what you’re passionate about, what you want to do here in Arizona,” Class of 2023 Flinn Scholar Cameron Bautista said. [Meet Flinn Scholars]
Jordan Harb shares experience as Schwarzman Scholar
Jordan Harb, a Flinn Scholar from the Class of 2019 and an Arizona State University graduate, completed a master’s program at Tsinghua University in Beijing as the second Schwarzman Scholar from ASU. He currently works for Analogy Group, a startup that builds research systems for public-affairs organizations, and stays connected with Flinn Scholars around the world.
“I consider myself a change opportunist, and where I see the ability to create the most impact, I go. And this philosophy has led me to many surprising places, both locally and globally.” [Read more]
Flinn Scholar alum Kaya Dickson appointed to Navajo youth council
“Yá’át’ééh shik’ei dóó shidiné’é, my name is Kaya Dickson. I am passionate about creating pathways for our Indigenous communities through research and advocacy, raising awareness of issues that deeply affect our relatives and Mother Earth.”
The 2022 Flinn Scholar, who is from Kaibeto on the Navajo Nation and grew up in Page, is a founding member of the Navajo Nation Youth Advisory Council and a recent graduate from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Science in sociology and a minor in criminology and criminal justice. [Read more]
Flinn Scholar receives prestigious Goldwater science scholarship
Ariana Rahman been named a Goldwater Scholar, awarded to outstanding U.S. college sophomores and juniors who show exceptional promise as future research leaders in the fields of science, engineering, and mathematics.
The Class of 2024 Flinn Scholar, who is studying biological and biomedical sciences and bioinformatics at Arizona State University, said the mentorship built into the Scholars program has helped her navigate demanding research and academic opportunities with more confidence. Rahman shares her reflections on what this recognition means and what she is most looking forward to in the experience ahead. [Read more]
Alum and UA grad Matt Rolland serves as Art State Arizona deputy director
Flinn Scholar alum Matt Rolland from the Class of 2005 has worked at Art State Arizona for the past decade where he’s done a little of everything: nonprofit administrator, festival and event management, public art stewardship, venue management, statewide advocacy, public-facing directory management, gallery management, magazine publisher, booking and cultural programming, and community outreach.
A musician who spent five years travelling the country, Rolland settled in Tucson in arts administration. “A life in the arts is never a straight line, and I have always felt so much encouragement from the Flinn community to embrace that curving arc of discovery.” [Read more]
Study abroad trip to Greece proves life-changing for two Flinn Scholars
Sriya Ramisetty and Taylor Raney, two Class of 2023 Flinn Scholars attending the University of Arizona W.A. Franke Honors College, reflect on their opportunity to travel to Greece as part of a study abroad program that emphasized experiential, personalized, and reflective learning grounded in writing practices.
The three-week trip to Athens, the Cycladic Islands, and Crete was fully funded by the Flinn Scholarship, which provides two study abroad opportunities including a group seminar after the first year. The Scholars visited popular tourist sites, famous for their archaeological and mythological significance, but also took time to experience the more “forgotten” places. [Read more]
Details For
A great Flinn Scholarship application has many components. But we only select students we believe we really know. Be yourself.
There are a number of specific ways throughout your student’s high-school years to help ensure a strong application and candidacy.
In addition to student-submitted materials, the application requires two teacher recommendations and a high-school academic counselor’s report.
News and Updates
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Flinn Scholarship application opens for Class of 2027
The Flinn Scholars Program is seeking high-achieving Arizona high school seniors to apply for the 2027 Flinn Scholarship. The merit-based Flinn Scholarship—valued at more than $140,000—covers tuition, fees, housing, and meals at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, or the University of Arizona, plus at least two study abroad experiences. The scholarship will be awarded […]
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Alumni Voices: Jordan Harb
I started as a Flinn Scholar in the fall of 2019, infamously the academic year COVID-19 rendered classes remote and ended the long-running China trip. However, this past year, my journey took a surprising detour to Beijing, China, where I completed a master’s program at Tsinghua University as the second Schwarzman Scholar to come from Arizona State University.
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August 2026 Flinn Scholars Alumni Newsletter
How do breakthrough scientific discoveries become companies that improve lives? And what does it take to build a career at the intersection of science, business, and investing?
Join us for our next Alumni Hour as Sara Zervos Knutson sits down with fellow Class of 1987 Scholar Shaun Kirkpatrick, president, biotechnologies, of Research Corporation Technologies and a member of the Flinn Foundation Board of Directors.
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July 2026 Flinn Scholars Alumni Newsletter
Kaya Dickson (Class of 2022) named to Navajo youth council “We are taught to hold ourselves strong, stand tall, introduce ourselves, and be kind.” For Kaya Dickson (Class of 2022), that teaching is the foundation for a new chapter of leadership. As a member of the inaugural Navajo Nation Youth Advisory Council, she is contributing […]
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