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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Hlivko, Barbara P. Athletic Fund
Established in 2004 by Barbara P. Hlivko, a 1978 graduate of The University of Akron, The Barbara P. Hlivko Athletic Fund will provide financial assistance for various men’s and women’s athletic programs. As a young girl, Barbara was inspired by her father’s love and devotion to Zips athletics when she often accompanied him to games at Buchtel Field. Through the years, the spirit of athletics at The University of Akron grew to be an integral part of her own life as she became a devote supporter and advocate for many of the University’s athletic programs. A fixture at Zips sporting events, Barbara’s knowledge of and dedication to the Zips truly makes her one of the most endearing fans and supporters to The University of Akron.
It is Ms. Hlivko’s intention that The Barbara P. Hlivko Athletic Fund be used for athletic programs for the purposes of supporting and building quality Division I programs, including, but not limited to, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, women’s tennis, men’s and women’s track and cross county, women’s volleyball, and riflery. In the event that additional athletic teams are added to The University of Akron’s athletics programs, support for said teams will be at the fund advisor’s discretion.