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ActiveWestern Governors University (WGU) · 2026

WGU AI Edge Scholarship

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Agency: Western Governors University (WGU)
Funding: Up to $5,000 ($1,250 per six-month term, renewable for up to four terms)
Deadline: December 31, 2026 (94 days remaining)
Status: Active
Eligibility: New students or returning graduates pursuing eligible AI-related technology degree programs at WGU, including B. S. in Computer Science, B. S. in Software Engineering, B.

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WGU AI Edge Scholarship is sponsored by Western Governors University (WGU). This scholarship is for new students or returning graduates pursuing AI-related technology degree programs at WGU. It aims to help individuals develop skills in designing, building, and leading AI systems, making earning an AI-related degree more affordable.

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SCHOLARSHIPS\n<h1>WGU AI Edge Scholarship</h1>\n"}}" id="text-2aa0ebb5eb" class="cmp-text"> Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry—creating a demand for professionals who can design, build, and lead the systems behind it.

The WGU AI Edge Scholarship is here to help you do just that. \nWe’re investing in future-ready talent by offering up to $5,000 for new students pursuing AI-related technology degree programs. Whether you’re starting fresh or leveling up your career, this scholarship can help make earning your degree more affordable so you can focus on building the skills that power tomorrow.

\n"}}" id="text-2d340fa533" class="cmp-text"> Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry—creating a demand for professionals who can design, build, and lead the systems behind it. The WGU AI Edge Scholarship is here to help you do just that. We’re investing in future-ready talent by offering up to $5,000 for new students pursuing AI-related technology degree programs.

Whether you’re starting fresh or leveling up your career, this scholarship can help make earning your degree more affordable so you can focus on building the skills that power tomorrow.

Scholarship Details</h2>\n"}}" id="text-7fd3beb8b7" class="cmp-text"> Scholarship (valued up to):</h3>\n$5,000\n Students will receive scholarships, credited to their account at the rate of $1,250 per six-month term, renewable for up to four terms.

\n Interested in this scholarship? \n The first step is to apply for admission. \n"}}" id="text-70af94fb30" class="cmp-text"> Scholarship (valued up to): Students will receive scholarships, credited to their account at the rate of $1,250 per six-month term, renewable for up to four terms.

Interested in this scholarship? The first step is to apply for admission. Deadline (per 2026-27 aid year):</h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">12/31/26</h3>\nBefore you can apply for this scholarship, you must first apply for admission.

\n Already applied for admission? Apply for scholarships on the Scholarship Portal. \n \n"}}" id="text-eb40130c16" class="cmp-text"> Deadline (per 2026-27 aid year): Before you can apply for this scholarship, you must first apply for admission.

Already applied for admission? Apply for scholarships on the Scholarship Portal. Additional Opportunities: </h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">80+</h3>\nThis scholarship is one of many.

Through the generosity of donors and institutional funding, WGU maintains a robust program of scholarships made available to qualified students. \n"}}" id="text-909000779d" class="cmp-text"> Additional Opportunities: This scholarship is one of many. Through the generosity of donors and institutional funding, WGU maintains a robust program of scholarships made available to qualified students.

For new students or returning graduates pursuing the following degree programs:\nUndergraduate \n<ul>\n<li>B. S. in Computer Science (BSCS) </li>\n<li>B.

S. in Software Engineering (BSSWE) </li>\n<li>B. S.

in Data Analytics (BSDA) </li>\n</ul>\nAccelerated Programs\n<ul>\n<li>Software Engineering Bachelor's and Master's Degree (MSSWEUG)</li>\n<li>Computer Science Bachelor's and Master's Degree (MSCSUG) \n \n</li>\n</ul>\nGraduate \n<ul>\n<li>M.

S. in Data Analytics (MSDA) </li>\n<li>M. S.

in Master of Science in Data Analytics (MSDADS)</li>\n<li>M. S. in Master of Science in Data Analytics - Data Engineering program (MSDADE)</li>\n<li>M.

S. in Master of Science, Data Analytics - Decision Process Engineering (MSDADPE)</li>\n<li>M. S.

in Software Engineering (MSSWE) </li>\n<li>M. S. in AI & Machine Learning Computer Science Master's Degree (MSCSAIML)</li>\n<li>M.

S. in Computer Science Master's Degrees (MSCSCS)</li>\n<li>M. S.

in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science Master's Degree (MSCSHCI)</li>\n<li>M. S. in Master of Science in Software Engineering - Domain Driven Design program (MSSWEDDD)</li>\n<li>M.

S. in Master of Science in Software Engineering, AI Engineering concentration (MSSWEAIE)</li>\n<li>M. S.

in Master of Science in Software Engineering - DevOps Engineering (MSSWEDOE)</li>\n</ul>\n"}}" id="text-53d7e26b6e" class="cmp-text"> For new students or returning graduates pursuing the following degree programs: B. S. in Computer Science (BSCS) B.

S. in Software Engineering (BSSWE) B. S.

in Data Analytics (BSDA) Software Engineering Bachelor's and Master's Degree (MSSWEUG) Computer Science Bachelor's and Master's Degree (MSCSUG) M. S. in Data Analytics (MSDA) M.

S. in Master of Science in Data Analytics (MSDADS) M. S.

in Master of Science in Data Analytics - Data Engineering program (MSDADE) M. S. in Master of Science, Data Analytics - Decision Process Engineering (MSDADPE) M.

S. in Software Engineering (MSSWE) M. S.

in AI & Machine Learning Computer Science Master's Degree (MSCSAIML) M. S. in Computer Science Master's Degrees (MSCSCS) M.

S. in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science Master's Degree (MSCSHCI) M. S.

in Master of Science in Software Engineering - Domain Driven Design program (MSSWEDDD) M. S. in Master of Science in Software Engineering, AI Engineering concentration (MSSWEAIE) M.

S. in Master of Science in Software Engineering - DevOps Engineering (MSSWEDOE) Multiple scholarships will be awarded. However, this is a competitive program and scholarships will be awarded based on a candidate’s academic record, financial need, readiness for online study at WGU, and current competency, plus other considerations.

</div>\nBefore monies are distributed, the scholarship recipients must read the WGU Student Handbook and agree to and understand the academic progress, tuition, and refund policies. The student will also be required to agree to the WGU Scholarship Terms and Conditions before monies will be awarded.

The student must also meet the university’s On Time Progress requirements to maintain scholarship eligibility. Each student can only be awarded one scholarship that is funded or administered through WGU during their degree program. \n<div>This scholarship can be used in addition to any tuition discounts for which you may be eligible.

</div>\n"}}" id="text-41ff56a92d" class="cmp-text"> Multiple scholarships will be awarded. However, this is a competitive program and scholarships will be awarded based on a candidate’s academic record, financial need, readiness for online study at WGU, and current competency, plus other considerations.

Before monies are distributed, the scholarship recipients must read the WGU Student Handbook and agree to and understand the academic progress, tuition, and refund policies. The student will also be required to agree to the WGU Scholarship Terms and Conditions before monies will be awarded. The student must also meet the university’s On Time Progress requirements to maintain scholarship eligibility.

Each student can only be awarded one scholarship that is funded or administered through WGU during their degree program. This scholarship can be used in addition to any tuition discounts for which you may be eligible.

Get Started in Two Simple Steps</h2>\n"}}" id="text-fc3444a3df" class="cmp-text"> Get Started in Two Simple Steps Step 1: Apply for Admission</h3>\r\nTo be considered for WGU scholarships, you must be provisionally accepted as a WGU student1.

Please complete the admissions application and work with your Enrollment Counselor to move through the admissions process. \r\n"}}" id="text-0fc14c5634" class="cmp-text"> Step 1: Apply for Admission To be considered for WGU scholarships, you must be provisionally accepted as a WGU student 1 . Please complete the admissions application and work with your Enrollment Counselor to move through the admissions process.

Complete New Student Application Step 2: Apply for Scholarships</h3>\nTo access the scholarship application, you will need your MyWGU student portal credentials, which will be sent to you after Step 1. You are eligible to apply for scholarships 90 days before and up to 30 days after your degree start date.

2\n"}}" id="text-7994af8496" class="cmp-text"> Step 2: Apply for Scholarships To access the scholarship application, you will need your MyWGU student portal credentials, which will be sent to you after Step 1. You are eligible to apply for scholarships 90 days before and up to 30 days after your degree start date.

2 Complete Scholarship Application 1 Returning WGU graduates should complete the <a href=\"https://my. wgu. edu/\" title=\"Returning Graduate Application\">Returning Graduate Application</a>.

\r\n\r\n2 Completing a current aid year FAFSA is required if eligible to submit the <a title=\"FAFSA eligibility for non-US citizens\" href=\"https://studentaid. gov/understand-aid/eligibility/requirements/non-us-citizens\">FAFSA</a>.

If you are ineligible to receive federal aid via the FAFSA, you will still have opportunity to be considered for WGU scholarships. \r\n"}}" id="text-8309d87e35" class="cmp-text"> 1 Returning WGU graduates should complete the Returning Graduate Application . 2 Completing a current aid year FAFSA is required if eligible to submit the FAFSA .

If you are ineligible to receive federal aid via the FAFSA, you will still have opportunity to be considered for WGU scholarships.

Other Featured Scholarships</h2>\n"}}" id="text-2f25c3168b" class="cmp-text"> Other Featured Scholarships Application Deadline: June 30th, 2027 Military Appreciation Scholarship Application Deadline: June 30, 2027 Application Deadline: June 30, 2027 Common Questions About Scholarships</h2>\n"}}" id="text-a0817762a4" class="cmp-text"> Common Questions About Scholarships Who is eligible for scholarships?

Most scholarships are for new students and returning graduates (unless otherwise noted). Eligible students beginning a new degree program must complete the scholarship application 90 days before and up to 30 days after the program start date.

Current students who are at least 30 days past their program start date may apply for funding they are eligible for at any time after their first term is completed at <a href=\"https://www. wgu. edu/scholarshipapplication\">www.

wgu. edu/scholarshipapplication</a>. WGU employees and family members who are eligible for the WGU employee discount are not eligible for WGU scholarships.

<a href=\"http://www. wgu. edu/scholarshipapplication\"></a>\n"}}" id="text-067b11f70a" class="cmp-text"> Most scholarships are for new students and returning graduates (unless otherwise noted).

Eligible students beginning a new degree program must complete the scholarship application 90 days before and up to 30 days after the program start date. Current students who are at least 30 days past their program start date may apply for funding they are eligible for at any time after their first term is completed at www. wgu.

edu/scholarshipapplication . WGU employees and family members who are eligible for the WGU employee discount are not eligible for WGU scholarships. Can I receive multiple scholarships?

An eligible student beginning a new degree program may receive one WGU-funded scholarship award. In the event that a student qualifies for multiple WGU scholarships, the scholarship committee will consider each opportunity and select which scholarship to award (if any).

Current students who are at least 30 days past their program start date may apply for additional WGU-funded scholarships by completing an application at <a href=\"https://www. wgu. edu/scholarshipapplication\">www.

wgu. edu/scholarshipapplication</a>. Students can learn more about WGU's scholarship policies at: <a href=\"https://cm.

wgu. edu/t5/WGU-Student-Policy-Handbook/Scholarship-Terms-and-Conditions/ta-p/67\">https://cm. wgu.

edu/t5/WGU-Student-Policy-Handbook/Scholarship-Terms-and-Conditions/ta-p/67</a>. \n"}}" id="text-3727c26eb0" class="cmp-text"> An eligible student beginning a new degree program may receive one WGU-funded scholarship award. In the event that a student qualifies for multiple WGU scholarships, the scholarship committee will consider each opportunity and select which scholarship to award (if any).

Current students who are at least 30 days past their program start date may apply for additional WGU-funded scholarships by completing an application at www. wgu. edu/scholarshipapplication .

Students can learn more about WGU's scholarship policies at: https://cm. wgu. edu/t5/WGU-Student-Policy-Handbook/Scholarship-Terms-and-Conditions/ta-p/67 .

How do you select scholarship awardees? It depends on the specific criteria for the scholarship fund.

In general, we award scholarships based on the following factors:\n<ul>\n<li>Meeting the basic eligibility requirements</li>\n<li>The quality of your scholarship application responses</li>\n<li>Financial need is also a strong consideration for most of our scholarship funds</li>\n</ul>\nSome scholarships are also based upon evaluations of prior college transcripts and other academic history.

We encourage you to apply. \n"}}" id="text-367fb677b5" class="cmp-text"> It depends on the specific criteria for the scholarship fund.

In general, we award scholarships based on the following factors: Meeting the basic eligibility requirements The quality of your scholarship application responses Financial need is also a strong consideration for most of our scholarship funds Some scholarships are also based upon evaluations of prior college transcripts and other academic history. We encourage you to apply. When will I find out if I'm selected?

WGU evaluates scholarship applications on a continual basis because we start new students in their programs every month. Often we are able to make an award decision within 3-5 weeks of receiving your application. You will also need to have applied for admission and been accepted to the university.

An <a title=\"enrollment counselor\"></a><a></a><a href=\"https://inquiry. wgu. edu/#!

/inquiryLoad\" title=\"inquire at WGU\">Enrollment Counselor</a> can help explain the process. \n"}}" id="text-aa6e1569e5" class="cmp-text"> WGU evaluates scholarship applications on a continual basis because we start new students in their programs every month. Often we are able to make an award decision within 3-5 weeks of receiving your application.

You will also need to have applied for admission and been accepted to the university. An Enrollment Counselor can help explain the process. Do I get the scholarship all at once?

No. New and returning student scholarship awards are divided into a set amount per term. This amount is credited against your tuition due for each term. The details are explained in the description for each scholarship.

\n"}}" id="text-b87da75918" class="cmp-text"> No. New and returning student scholarship awards are divided into a set amount per term. This amount is credited against your tuition due for each term. The details are explained in the description for each scholarship.

Can I also apply for financial aid? Yes, you should also apply for federal financial aid by filling out a FAFSA. Most scholarships at WGU require a FAFSA on file unless you are not eligible to apply for federal aid.

If awarded a scholarship, that amount will likely only cover a portion of your school expenses, and financial aid can help pay for the rest. You can apply for financial aid while you are waiting for a decision about your scholarship application. <a>Here is the </a><a href=\"https://www.

wgu. edu/financial-aid-tuition/financial-aid. html\" title=\"financial aid information\">full information on financial aid.

</a>\n"}}" id="text-e38ca128ca" class="cmp-text"> Yes, you should also apply for federal financial aid by filling out a FAFSA. Most scholarships at WGU require a FAFSA on file unless you are not eligible to apply for federal aid. If awarded a scholarship, that amount will likely only cover a portion of your school expenses, and financial aid can help pay for the rest.

You can apply for financial aid while you are waiting for a decision about your scholarship application. Here is the full information on financial aid. What is ScholarshipUniverse?

Still have questions? More info can be found here:\n"}}" id="text-6bcba81276" class="cmp-text"> Still have questions?

More info can be found here: Watch Scholarships Webinar Thank You to Our Donors\nScholarship opportunities are made possible in part by the generous support of many companies, foundations, partner organizations, and individuals, including WGU alumni, faculty, and staff. Learn how donors can make a difference at WGU.

\n"}}" id="text-1acaf41a81" class="cmp-text"> Scholarship opportunities are made possible in part by the generous support of many companies, foundations, partner organizations, and individuals, including WGU alumni, faculty, and staff. Learn how donors can make a difference at WGU. When you complete the FAFSA, be sure to list WGU’s school code.

\nCode: 033394\n"}}" id="text-0135e2d3d9" class="cmp-text"> When you complete the FAFSA, be sure to list WGU’s school code.

Financial Aid Is Also Available</h2>\nYou may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your degree through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based on financial need. Federal Direct Student Loans are available to most students.

Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans. \n"}}" id="text-4d745d2d1d" class="cmp-text"> Financial Aid Is Also Available You may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your degree through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based on financial need.

Federal Direct Student Loans are available to most students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans.

See More Financial Aid Info Four Schools, One Purpose\n"}}" id="text-41d2fa0df7" class="cmp-text"> Four Schools, One Purpose State Licensure Information

Eligibility Requirements

New students or returning graduates pursuing eligible AI-related technology degree programs at WGU, including B. S. in Computer Science, B. S. in Software Engineering, B.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for WGU AI Edge Scholarship?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: New students or returning graduates pursuing eligible AI-related technology degree programs at WGU, including B. S. in Computer Science, B. S. in Software Engineering, B. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does WGU AI Edge Scholarship offer?

The current listing shows up to $5,000 ($1,250 per six-month term, renewable for up to four terms). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

When is the deadline for WGU AI Edge Scholarship?

Applications for WGU AI Edge Scholarship are due December 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.

Who funds WGU AI Edge Scholarship?

WGU AI Edge Scholarship is funded by Western Governors University (WGU). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for WGU AI Edge Scholarship?

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ActiveWestern Governors University (WGU) · 2026

WGU AI Edge Scholarship

Quick Facts

Agency: Western Governors University (WGU)
Funding: Up to $5,000 ($1,250 per six-month term, renewable for up to four terms)
Deadline: December 31, 2026 (94 days remaining)
Status: Active
Eligibility: New students or returning graduates pursuing eligible AI-related technology degree programs at WGU, including B. S. in Computer Science, B. S. in Software Engineering, B.