"Continuing our long history of academic investment, our department has awarded nearly $100,000 in graduate scholarships since 2016 alone."

 

Scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 Academic Year are closed. The 2027-2028 applications will be available in November, 2026.

This scholarship is specifically for:

  1. Current UNT graduate students in the Department of Economics.
  2. Current UNT undergraduate Economics majors newly admitted to the Master's program in Economics.

By submitting this single application, students will be considered for all graduate scholarships awarded by the Department of Economics at the University of North Texas; students do not need to specify a scholarship for which they are applying.

Eligibility

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Grades of A or B in all Economics graduate courses
  • Have completed at least 9 hours of Economics graduate coursework by the end of fall 2025 OR
  • Be a UNT undergraduate entering the graduate program in Fall 2026 AND intend to enroll as a full-time graduate student in the Master's program in Economics during fall 2026.
  • Full Time Enrollment Status: Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 9 hours of graduate coursework for full time enrollment status.

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Download and complete the application. (Click Here for the Application form and more information.)
  2. Save the file using YOUR LAST NAME as the filename - example "SMITH.pdf".
  3. If you have taken any graduate courses outside of UNT, include a copy of your transcripts from those institutions along with your application. (Unofficial transcripts are fine; you do not need to submit UNT transcripts.)
  4. Submit your application via email to the department (Adriana.Martinez2@unt.edu) by the deadline. 
We look forward to receiving your application!

Economics Department Scholarships

The Department of Economics is proud to offer a variety of scholarships that recognize academic excellence, honor the legacy of our faculty and students, and support the next generation of economists. These scholarships are made possible through the generosity of alumni, faculty, and other supporters. The number of scholarships awarded each year depends on available funding. The Economics Department Scholarship Committee, which includes both graduate and undergraduate advisors, carefully reviews all applications. Scholarship amounts vary annually based on funding, with most awards ranging from $500 to $1,000.  Explore our scholarship opportunities below.

Alumni, faculty members, and other friends of the Department fund our scholarships. Availability of funds within a given academic year determine how many can be awarded. The Economics Department Scholarship Committee is comprised of graduate and undergraduate advisors who review all applications. The dollar value of each scholarship varies from year to year, depending upon the availability of funds. In most cases, awards range from $500 to $1,000.

Descriptions and Past Recipients

Faculty Scholarship in Memory of Karla Lynch (Rising Eagle Scholarship)

Honoring the life and legacy of Karla Lynch, beloved faculty member and alumna, this scholarship celebrates her dedication to students and education. Funded by colleagues and friends, it supports undergraduate students who embody her commitment to learning and mentorship.

This scholarship is designed for students who are graduating with a BA, BS, or BBA in Economics and continuing into the UNT Economics Master’s program the following fall.)

Past Recipients

  • 2026-2027                          Kutay Isik Orhan
  • 2026-2027                         Gavin Weaver
  • 2025-2026                          William Higdon
  • 2024-2025                          Isaac Hunter
  • 2023-2024                          Nguyen Nguyen
  • 2023-2024                          Jingwa Asonganyi
  • 2022-2023                          Edgar Orozco
  • 2021-2022                          Jordan Lopez
  • 2020-2021                          Samuel Eckert
  • 2019-2020                          James Crowe
  • 2018-2019                          Richard Webber
  • 2017-2018                          Dressel Cruz Ruiz
  • 2016-2017                          Schuyler Rougeau
Aaron Wuensch Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of Aaron Wuensch, a former graduate student, this scholarship honors his excellence and the positive impact he made on the department. Created by Aaron’s family, friends, and faculty.

Past Recipients

  • 2026-2027                       Shaquer Tazware
  • 2025-2026                       Isaac hunter
  • 2024-2025                       Samed Awudu
  • 2023-2024                       Ryan Meister
  • 2022-2023                       Liza Inaba
  • 2021-2022                       Rumian Reza
  • 2020-2021                       Wes Nichols
  • 2019-2020                       Gabriel Abeyie
  • 2018-2019                       Himani Sharma
  • 2017-2018                       Chang Jae Lee
  • 2016-2017                       Christopher Carlyle
  • 2015-2016                       Hedieh Tajali
  • 2014-2015                       Mofioluwasademi Odunowo
  • 2013-2014                       David Dansby
  • 2012-2013                       Ryan Dansby
  • 2011-2012                       Zachary Koerner
  • 2010-2011                       Eddie Hockenberger
William H. & Virginia W. Wallace Graduate Scholarship

This scholarship honors Dr. William H. Wallace, a distinguished economist and former Federal Reserve leader, and his wife, Virginia. Open to new and continuing full-time graduate students in Economics. Applicants must maintain a 3.5 GPA.

Past Recipients

  • 2026-2027                        Munachim Ohuoha
  • 2025-2026                        Kawasr Hosan
  • 2024-2025                        Tayllor Matthys
  • 2023-2024                        Cyrus Figiel
  • 2022-2023                        Jordan Lopez
  • 2021-2022                        Gloria Echun
  • 2020-2021                        Sarah Krisa
  • 2019-2020                        Jenny Aigbike
  • 2018-2019                        Umesh Jaiswal
  • 2017-2018                        Kassi Hill
  • 2016-2017                        Andreas Parides
  • 2015-2016                        John Kelsey
  • 2014-2015                        Holly Parmelle
  • 2013-2014                        Tyler J. Odegaard
Economics Alumni Advisory Council Scholarship

Established by the Alumni Advisory Council (click here for information on the AAC). The purpose of the fund is to provide support to further the mission of the Department of Economics (or its successor), including but not limited to support for departmental research and excellence activities and Economics Alumni Advisory Council (or its successor) operations.

Past Recipients

  • 2026-2027                       Mehebuba Ferdous 
  • 2025-2026                       Opeyemi Oyekanmi
  • 2024-2025                       Ishtiaq Miraj
Graduate Scholarship for Academic Excellence

Awarded to outstanding graduate students in the Economics Master’s program who are making strong academic progress. Multiple awards may be available, depending on funding.

Past Recipients

  • 2026-2027          Anuva Haq
  • 2026-2027          Nujhat Nabila
  • 2026-2027          William Higdon
  • 2026-2027          Delita Noel Mejia
  • 2025-2026           Adana Al Nahian
  • 2025-2026           Samardth Salim
  • 2024-2025           Ahsan Habib
  • 2024-2025           Sakir Inteser
  • 2024-2025           Nguyen Nguyen
  • 2024-2025           Advaitha Kallu
  • 2023-2024           Fatima Bankole
  • 2023-2024           Radia Tabassum
  • 2022-2023           Alyceson-Grace Eke
  • 2022-2023           Selorm Blagogee
  • 2022-2023           Hunter Boswell
  • 2022-2023           Miles Shoaf
  • 2022-2023           Jacob Wambede
  • 2022-2023           Yueyue Yu
  • 2021-2022           Alyceson-Grace Eke
  • 2021-2022           Alejandra Heyn Jacquier
  • 2021-2022           Selorm Blagogee
  • 2021-2022           Edgar Orozco
  • 2021-2022           Miles Shoaf
  • 2020-2021           Ekemini Usuah
  • 2020-2021           Gloria Echun
  • 2020-2021           Alejandra Heyn Jacquier
  • 2020-2021           Morris Obiri
  • 2019-2020           John Pass
  • 2019-2020           Valerie Wells
  • 2019-2020           Abiokpoyanam Batubo
  • 2018-2019           Karely Jaramillo
  • 2018-2019           Schuyler Rougeau
  • 2018-2019           Dressel Cruz Ruiz
  • 2017-2018           Erick Cordero
  • 2017-2018           Steven Nelson
  • 2016-2017           Adetayo Ige
  • 2015-2016           Christopher Carlyle
  • 2014-2015           Brandon Norton
  • 2013-2014           Suzanne Beltran
  • 2012-2013           Jason Lin
  • 2011-2012           Taylor Bon
  • 2010-2011           Megan Dorman
  • 2009-2010           Aaron Wuensch
  • 2008-2009           Charlinda M. Santifort
  • 2007-2008           Jamein Cunningham
Department of Economics Chair’s Award

Past Recipients

  • 2026-2027           Pujari Nath
  • 2024-2025           Tyler Rodriguez
  • 2023-2024           Letitia Wangoya
  • 2020-2021           Miriam Garcia
  • 2019-2020           Begüm Özdemir Oluk
Susan Dadres Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of former faculty member Susan Dadres ('84, '86 MS), who passed away on May 19, 2022. Susan Dadres dedicated her professional life to education. At a time when single mothers were often unable to pursue college, she earned her master's degree from UNT and her doctorate from Southern Methodist University. She went on to teach economics as a lecturer at UNT and other universities for more than 30 years, as well as co-writing widely used economics textbooks and workbooks. She was an early pioneer of online education and developed UNT's first online economics courses, increasing educational opportunities for countless students. Throughout her life, she inspired her students and her colleagues with her commitment to teaching.

Past Recipients

  • 2023-2024 - Taylor Matthys
Faculty of the Department of Economics Scholarships
Supported by the contributions of current faculty, this merit-based scholarship is open to undergraduate or graduate Economics majors with exceptional academic records (minimum 3.0 GPA).

Full Time Enrollment Status:
Undergraduate students must have at least a 12-hour academic load to achieve full time enrollment status. Graduate students must be enrolled in 9 hours of graduate coursework (5000-level or higher) to be considered full time.