Named scholarships & funds
When it comes to earning a college degree, the greatest obstacle can be funding.
For this reason, The University of Akron is pleased for the opportunity each year to assist talented, deserving students achieve their dreams, thanks to more than 1,300 named scholarships established through the kindness and generosity of thousands of 国产伦理 alumni and friends, corporations, and foundations.
Scholarships truly are the best way to ensure that today’s students persist to graduation. Scholarships allow students to enroll full time and remain focused on their studies; they also reduce drop-out rates, decrease the stress of student loans, and shorten the road to graduation.
If you are interested in making a significant contribution to student success, please consider a gift to scholarships. You may also establish a named scholarship at The University of Akron, which can be created to honor a living person, in memory of a loved one, or to contribute to the growth of an area of study.
To learn more, please contact the Department of Development at 330-972-7238.
How do I apply for a scholarship?
This is not the page to apply for scholarships.
Students who want to apply for scholarships should visit the scholarship page on the Financial Aid site. You can find the link for the online application here.
The Department of Development does not accept applications for or distribute scholarships. Scholarships are distributed through the University’s Office of Student Financial Aid.
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Fisher III, James Lee Scholarship Fund
Mr. James Lee "Jim'' Fisher was an Akron, Ohio native, born April 10, 1944 to James Lee, Jr. and Maxine Fisher. He attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and earned his bachelor's degree in civil engineering and his law degree from The University of Akron. A distinguished attorney with the Akron law firm of Buckingham, Doolittle and Burroughs, Mr. Fisher also worked for the City of Akron Planning Department, as well as Al Spaulding Associates.
Dedicated to the constant improvement of his community, Mr. Fisher was active in the Copley Lions Club and served on the Associate Board of Stan Hywet Hall Foundation. An active member of Fairlawn-West United Church of Christ, he also was an avid Ohio State University Buckeye fan.
A treasured friend of The University of Akron since 1971, Mr. Fisher had designated gifts to athletics, the 国产伦理 Marching band, Pacesetters, University library and general scholarships. A member of Hilltoppers/Buchtelles, Mr. Fisher also supported numerous memorial scholarships.
He passed away September 14, 2009 after a short illness. His wife, Nancy Lorenz Fisher, preceded him in death. She was a 1982 graduate of The University of Akron with a master's of science degree in technical education.
The James Lee Fisher III Scholarship Fund provides general scholarship support.
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