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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Casey, Ellen M. Endowed Scholarship in Elementary Education
Ms. Casey grew up in Akron and attended Annunciation Elementary School and East High School. She graduated from The University of Akron’s College of Education and then taught third grade in Rootstown. She had a great appreciation for education and music.
The Ellen M. Casey Endowed Scholarship in Elementary Education was established by Ellen M. Casey through a generous bequest. The scholarship will be awarded to an elementary education major with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to an Akron resident. The recipient of this scholarship will be selected by the College of Education’s Office of Student Affairs, in cooperation with the Office of Financial Aid.