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 »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ 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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Gray, Dean V. Ruth and Mr. William A. Scholarship in Nursing

The Dean V. Ruth and Mr. William A. Gray Scholarship in Nursing was established in 1993 by Dr. V. Ruth and Mr. William A Gray. Dr. V. Ruth Gray was the fourth dean of the College of Nursing. As administrative leader of the College, Dr. Gray brought to her position the required compassion, creativity, and strong belief in nursing education. To address a major concern of the College (now the School of Nursing), the scholarship provides assistance to undergraduate or graduate nursing students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (exceptions will be made on an individual basis). Selection of recipients is based on merit and need as determined by the School of Nursing Office of Student Affairs Committee.

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