Flinn Foundation

Improving the quality of life in Arizona to benefit future generations.

Flinn Scholars

Providing world-class undergraduate education in partnership with Arizona’s public universities.

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Tuition. Housing. Study Abroad. Community. And much more at an Arizona university.
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Learn about what it takes to qualify for the Flinn Scholarship, valued at more than $135,000.
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Flinn Scholars begin in Arizona. Their journeys take them throughout the world.
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Browse profiles of Flinn Scholars and a searchable database from 1986 to today.
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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 Scholarshipvalued at more than $135,000covers 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 communityincluding 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. 


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Top Arizona students to receive prestigious 2025 Flinn Scholarship

Twenty Arizona high-school seniors have been awarded the 2025 Flinn Scholarship, the state’s most prestigious merit-based award that provides a full ride to an Arizona public university.    

The 40th class of Flinn Scholars receives a comprehensive package valued at more than $135,000 over four years, including the cost of tuition, fees, housing, meals, and at least two study-abroad experiences.

The 20 Flinn Scholars representing 20 high schools will be attending Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona starting this fall. [Read more]


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2021 Flinn Scholars graduate from Arizona universities, join alumni community

The Class of 2021 Flinn Scholars shared experiences and moments that made the Flinn Scholarship special to them during the annual Recognition Luncheon on Saturday, May 3, in Scottsdale.

Some stories from the graduating class centered on the group’s travel to France for a summer seminar after freshman year, while others fondly remembered the annual summer retreat or time on campus. The event also featured a keynote from Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee and introduced the new Class of 2025 Flinn Scholars.

The Scholars graduating this year from Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona have a wide range of majors and future pursuits. [Read more]


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2025 Flinn Scholars express gratitude to Arizona educators

As Teacher Appreciation Week approached, the Class of 2025 Flinn Scholars expressed gratitude for educators who have made a significant impact on their academic and life pursuits. 

The Distinguished Educators were honored Saturday, May 3, during the annual Flinn Scholarship Recognition Luncheon in Scottsdale. They taught a wide range of subjects including AP Calculus, Honors Microbiology, Art, AP English Language and Composition, AP Chemistry, and Rock & Roll History. The teachers included a community college physics professor and Jobs for America’s Graduates specialist. 

More than 1,100 high-school seniors applied for the 2025 Flinn Scholarship. The 20 selected Scholars join a supportive community and network of nearly 750 current and alumni Flinn Scholars. [Read more]


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A May 13 conversation with Flinn Scholar and author Michelle Yang 

The Flinn Foundation hosts 1999 Flinn Scholar Michelle Yang and 1997 Flinn Scholar Naomi Jorgensen in conversation about Yang’s new memoir, Phoenix Girl: How a Fat Asian with Bipolar Found Love. The free in-person and online event, which is open to the public, is 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, May 13.

Yang, who has five scheduled stops on her ‘Phoenix Girl’ book tour to promote her debut work, is an advocate whose writings focus on the intersection of Asian American identity, body image, and mental health. Books will be available for purchase and signing.  Jorgensen is the chief administrative officer of the law firm Coppersmith Brockelman PLC in Phoenix, where she manages the firm’s financial, operational, and human resources functions. [Register]


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Flinn and SAACA unveil Flinn Scholars-themed art exhibition  

The Flinn Foundation and Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance have partnered on the exhibition, Art of Achievement: Celebrating 40 years of Flinn Scholars, to display their journeys, evolution, and achievements. 

Twenty-one Flinn Scholars were profiled by the artists—nine of which were also Flinn Scholars—who created visual, literary, or musical pieces interpreted by their conversations. 

The gallery at the Flinn Foundation will be open to the public through 2025 to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Flinn Scholars Program. [Read more]


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Flinn Scholars find community and perspective at Life Hack Day 

For Flinn Scholars, the journey through college is filled with ambition, challenge, and growth. But just as important as academic and professional success is the ability to pause, reflect, and seek guidance from those who have walked a similar path. That’s exactly what Life Hack Day is all about.  

A signature event of the Flinn Scholars Program, the annual Life Hack Day on Feb. 1 brought together Scholars studying at Arizona’s three public universities and nine alumni who provided meaningful connections and mentorship.

The event provided a glimpse into one of the most valuable aspects of the Flinn Scholars Program—a lifelong network of support among the more than 725 current and alumni Scholars. [Read more]


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Applicants

A great Flinn Scholarship application has many components. But we only select students we believe we really know. Be yourself.

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Parents

There are a number of specific ways throughout your student’s high-school years to help ensure a strong application and candidacy.

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Teachers & Counselors

In addition to student-submitted materials, the application requires two teacher recommendations and a high-school academic counselor’s report.

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News and Updates

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2021 Flinn Scholars graduate from Arizona universities, join alumni community

The Class of 2021 Flinn Scholars shared experiences and moments that made the Flinn Scholarship special to them during the annual Recognition Luncheon on Saturday, May 3, in Scottsdale. The event also celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Flinn Scholars Program. Some stories from the graduating class centered on the group’s travel to France for […]

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2025 Flinn Scholars express gratitude to Arizona educators

As Teacher Appreciation Week approached, the new class of Flinn Scholars expressed gratitude for educators who have made a significant impact on their academic and life pursuits.  The Distinguished Educators were honored Saturday, May 3, during the annual Flinn Scholarship Recognition Luncheon in Scottsdale. The event introduced the Class of 2025 Flinn Scholars and honored […]

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40 years of Flinn Scholars: Meet the Class of 2025

Top Arizona students to receive prestigious 2025 Flinn Scholarship Twenty Arizona high-school seniors have been awarded the 2025 Flinn Scholarship, the state’s most prestigious merit-based award that provides a full ride to an Arizona public university.     The 40th class of Flinn Scholars receives a comprehensive package valued at more than $135,000 over four years, […]

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Memoir and meaning: A May 13 conversation with Flinn Scholar Michelle Yang 

The Flinn Foundation hosts 1999 Flinn Scholar Michelle Yang and 1997 Flinn Scholar Naomi Jorgensen in conversation about Yang’s new memoir, Phoenix Girl: How a Fat Asian with Bipolar Found Love. The free in-person and online event, which is open to the public, is 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, at the Flinn Foundation in Midtown […]