4 University of Chicago Scholarship Winners

Strong applicants to Chicago may still need to decide which part of their record best supports a funding request. University of Chicago scholarships can place different demands on your academic case, personal statement, and explanation of future goals.

Winners take you through the choices behind their submissions, including what they left out as well as what they emphasised. Their preparation shows how a selective application can become more persuasive when every example serves a purpose.

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Jefferson Rodríguez Nájera

June 26, 2026

My name is Jefferson Rodríguez Nájera. I was born and raised in a rural area in the mountains of San José, Costa Rica. Fr .... Read more

Swathi Pottabathini

February 26, 2026

I'm Swathi Pottabathini, and I'm currently working for an upcoming impact fund in the US. I completed my Master's in Public .... Read more

Fraz Ahmed

November 12, 2025

My name is Fraz Ahmed, and I am from Pakistan. I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Public Policy and Management ( .... Read more

Zohha Sheikh

Zohha Sheikh

May 6, 2025

My name is Zohha Sheikh, and I am a Pakistani national currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration at Columbia Univ .... Read more