Huntsman Scholar Program - FAQ
How many Huntsman Scholar students are there?
The program plan is to have 400 students. Due to deferments and leaves of absence, that number may be smaller during any one semester.
How many students get in to the Program?
Our plan is to admit about 120 freshman each year. Due to deferments, we average 80-85 open slots for each Fall. We average three to four times as many applicants as open slots. Each year, there may be a few (less than 15) slots open for sophomores.
Does it help me to apply early?
No. We review all applications after the January 10 deadline and decisions will be released on or before April 1.
Can I defer my acceptance?
Yes. It is common for students to defer for up to two years either before they start or even once in the program due to religious, military, internship, personal health, or study abroad reasons.
What is the gender split in the Program?
58% of the incoming Fall 2023 class identify as male, bringing the program total of female Huntsman Scholars to 42%.
How many Huntsman Scholars are from out-of-state?
18% and growing.
What is the internship/job and graduate school placement rate of Huntsman Scholar students?
Completion of an internship is a requirement of the program, and many students complete multiple internships. Scholars place into some of the most selective firms and graduate schools. We track internship and placements carefully throughout a student’s tenure in the program.
Do many Huntsman Scholars double major?
Yes! 34% of our 2022-2023 graduating class graduated with dual degrees. Most double major within the Huntsman School but many have outside double majors (e.g., sciences, communication, education, art, mathematics, engineering, etc).
How much is the stipend?
Huntsman Scholars are provided a scholarship stipend of $1,000 for each semester enrolled in the program, for up to eight semesters ($8,000 total). This investment represents Jon Huntsman’s belief that Huntsman Scholars, when provided opportunities to grow, will be able to compete with the best and the brightest students anywhere. Students may use this “investment” to cover educational expenses and professional development opportunities they otherwise would not have. The financial stipend is supplemented with Scholars-only classes, professional development opportunities, mentoring by faculty and professionals, customized travel experiences, leadership development, high caliber peer interactions/networking, and internship/job placement coaching.
What "extra" is required of a Huntsman Scholar?
The Huntsman Scholar Program contract follows the curriculum requirements found here. The 10 required courses for the Scholar Program are courses required of all business students. The co-curricular labs are exclusive to Scholars. The Program also requires an internship prior to the end of the junior year, as well as other listed activities.
What is mentoring like in the Program?
From Day 1, scholars in groups of 15 - 20 are paired with a professional mentor and a student leader. Cohorts of 15 - 20 scholars share an assigned mentor.
What is the average GPA of a Huntsman Scholar?
Huntsman Scholars have an average high school GPA of 3.90 and an average college GPA of 3.83.
Once admitted, are students guaranteed to be in the program for the full four years?
No. Scholars are evaluated annually for academic and program standards. Those who do not meet required standards are provided the opportunity to meet requirements through a probation semester. Scholars receive a reduced stipend (50%) during the semester they are placed on probation. Those who do not meet requirements through that probation semester are dismissed from the program.
What is expected of Huntsman Scholars?
Scholars are expected to understand and to exemplify the values and principles espoused by the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, to be leaders among their fellow students, and to fully engage in the classroom and in program activities. Graduates of the program are expected to compete with the best and brightest anywhere in the world.
Can I participate in the Huntsman Scholar Program remotely?
The Huntsman Scholar Program provides a one-of-a-kind undergraduate educational opportunity, combining classroom instruction with experiential activities. As such, a core tenet of the program is community and experience - the ability and opportunity to develop relationships with faculty, fellow students, and business professionals. Therefore, the Huntsman Scholar Program will continue to be an in-person program, offered through the Logan campus of Utah State University.
While emerging technologies, largely put into wide use through the Covid-19 pandemic, have demonstrated that learning can take place remotely, our experience has been that remote learning cannot entirely replace in-person learning. We believe students have a better chance to achieve the type of outcomes we envision for this program if they are on campus mingling with other ambitious students, attending club meetings and career fairs, meeting with career specialists, networking, and taking advantage of student leadership opportunities.
We want all students to succeed, and will continue to work with students on an individual basis to resolve extenuating circumstances. We will also incorporate new and innovative methods of learning and teaching through the use of technology, but we are committed to an in-person experience for the Huntsman Scholar Program.