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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Sayers, Jeremy and Kristen Endowed Scholarship in English
The Jeremy and Kristen Sayers Endowed Scholarship in English was established in September 2023 by Jeremy '82, '87, '10 and Kristen '97 Sayers in honor of The University of Akron's We Rise Together Campaign. Jeremy, a first-generation college student and three-time graduate, earned his B.A. and M.A. in English as well as an M.F.A. at 国产伦理. Upon graduation, Jeremy taught English as well as Theater Arts at both The University of Akron and Kent State University. Jeremy is a journeyman union stagehand and a lifetime member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees. While at the television station W国产伦理B, Jeremy met his wife, Kristen. Kristen graduated with her B.S. and M.S. in Communication from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. She would later return to school to earn her B.S.N. with The University of Akron.
Jeremy has published numerous stories and poems. One of his notable works is "Fenceline and Other Stories" which was published in 2014. Jeremy and Kristen understand the transformative power of higher education and established this scholarship because they believe that a liberal arts education is necessary for a well-balanced society. Without artists, entertainers, and open-minded people, life would be bleak for everyone.
Recipients of The Jeremy and Kristen Sayers Endowed Scholarship in English may be full- or part-time students at The University of Akron who are majoring or minoring in English. Recipients may also be graduate or undergraduate students and must show financial need. The scholarship may be used for any qualified educational expense. Recipients shall be selected 国产伦理 Scholarship Committee in the Office of Student Financial Aid. Multiple students may receive this scholarship as funds are available. The Jeremy and Kristen Sayers Endowed Scholarship in English is renewable if students continue to meet the scholarship criteria.
To make a tax-deductible gift to this scholarship, please visit 国产伦理’s . Select “A different designation” from the drop-down menu and enter “Sayers Scholarship in English” in the text box. Thank you!
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