How much funding does Burke Scholars, Marquette University provide?

Burke Scholars, Marquette University provides Full tuition + living expense stipend based on need in funding.

When is the deadline for Burke Scholars, Marquette University?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around February.

Who is eligible for Burke Scholars, Marquette University?

Eligible applicants: Wisconsin high school senior or entering first-year student following a service gap year; First-year, full-time undergraduate student at Marquette University.

How often is Burke Scholars, Marquette University offered?

Burke Scholars, Marquette University runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected February 1, 2027.

Burke Scholars, Marquette University

The Burke Foundation Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Education Social Justice Grants Youth Leadership Grants

Funding Amount

Full tuition + living expense stipend based on need

Deadline

Expected ~February

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: February 1, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: February

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Wisconsin high school senior or entering first-year student following a service gap year
First-year, full-time undergraduate student at Marquette University

Other requirements

Demonstrated commitment to social justice and community service through leadership, volunteerism, career goals, and a passion to make a difference
Demonstrated academic excellence through high GPA, ACT/SAT and application materials
Applicants applying under the test optional policy are eligible and will be given equal consideration

Overview

Award Type: Four-year undergraduate scholarship

Award Amount: Full tuition scholarship; scholarship recipients may also receive a stipend for living expenses based on financial needs

Number of Awards: 10 annually

Geographic Scope: Wisconsin

Eligibility:

Wisconsin high school senior or entering first-year student following a service gap year
First-year, full-time undergraduate student at Marquette University
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and community service through leadership, volunteerism, career goals, and a passion to make a difference
Demonstrated academic excellence through high GPA, ACT/SAT and application materials
Applicants applying under the test optional policy are eligible and will be given equal consideration

Core Values:

Social justice
Leadership development
Civic engagement

Program Focus:

Students with passion for social justice
Commitment to serve others
Leadership and community involvement
Careers that benefit the public good

How to Apply

Application Process

For more information and to apply, visit the Burke Scholars program page at Marquette University.

Deadline: February 1

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What The Burke Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 11
Total given: $6.1M
Median grant: $450K
Range: $50K–$1.67M

By dollars: Wisconsin 100%. Top recipient cities: Milwaukee, WI; Madison, WI.
27% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
9% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

Marquette University · Milwaukee, WI

Scholarships

$1.67M
Mount Mary University · Milwaukee, WI

Scholarships

$1.2M
Urban Ecology Center · Milwaukee, WI

Operational support

$1M
Historic Haymarket Milwaukee Inc · Milwaukee, WI

Capital campaign

$500K
Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation Incorporated · Milwaukee, WI

Capital campaign

$500K