The Lew Wasserman Scholarship Program assists children of UMG employees in pursuing undergraduate degrees at accredited schools in the U.S. The scholarship program was established in recognition of Lew Wasserman’s more than sixty years of leadership at Universal (formerly MCA) and in the entertainment industry.

Who’s Eligible

• Regular full-time U.S. employees with at least one year of service
• Combined family income of less than $300,000

Scholarship Amount

• Starts at $500/year
• Renewable yearly if eligibility is maintained
• For accredited 2- or 4-year colleges and vocational/technical schools

How to Apply

• Please have your eligible student apply at Scholarship America
• For a step-by-step tutorial, please use this link

Application Period

April 12 – May 23 each year

Selection Criteria

Scholarship America evaluates applicants based on:

• Academic performance
• Community involvement and leadership
• Career goals and aspirations
• Personal statements and recommendation letters