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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Day, Sally Steele Endowed Scholarship in Elementary Education
The Sally Steele Day Endowed Scholarship in Elementary Education was established in 2007. Mrs. Day grew up in Akron, graduated from Kenmore High School, and is a 1972 graduate of The University of Akron’s College of Education. She began her career as an elementary school teacher in Florida and became magnet director for Gibbs High School in 1994. Mrs. Day retired after 31 years as an educator. Through her scholarship, Mrs. Day wishes to give deserving students the opportunity to pursue their goals of careers in teaching.
The Sally Steele Day Endowed Scholarship in Elementary Education will be awarded to an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in elementary education. A strong record of community service/involvement is required, along with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Decisions will be made by the Office of Student Financial Aid in consultation with the College of Education.