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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Carroll, Dr. Harry J. Memorial Scholarship Fund
The annual Dr. Harry J. Carroll Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1994 by Mrs. Olive Carroll in loving memory of her husband, Dr. Harry J. Carroll. Dr. Carroll received his undergraduate degree in 1941 at The University of Akron. Continuing his study of classics, he later received a master's and doctorate at Harvard University. A professor of classics for more than 30 years at Pomona College in California, Dr. Carroll led two groups of Fullbright Scholars, assisted in the creation of the study abroad program "College Year in Athens," and was a member of the American School of Classical Studies in Athens, Greece. Pomona College honored Dr. Carroll's academic achievements four times by awarding him the title of distinguished professor. Income from The Dr. Harry J. Carroll Memorial Scholarship Fund will be awarded to students in the Department of Classical Studies, Anthropology and Archaeology.
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