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 °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ 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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Waltermire, Emma Barack Scholarship in Education
The Emma Barack Waltermire Scholarship in Education was established in January 2023 by her son and University of Akron Trustee, Thomas A. Waltermire, as part of the We Rise Together Campaign for The University of Akron (°µºÚ±¬ÁÏ).
Emma graduated from The University of Akron in 1932 as secretary of her class and a member of The Mortar Board Honor Society with a degree in physical education. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Emma was the daughter of Olga and Nicholas Barack, Serbian immigrants who made their way to Columbus after arriving to the United States through Ellis Island. Understanding the importance of education, Emma was determined to achieve hers and encouraged the same passion among her children. Through this scholarship, Emma's dedication will continue to inspire current and future °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ students to reach their full potential.
The Emma Barack Waltermire Scholarship in Education shall be awarded to full- or part-time students in °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ's LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education. First preference will be given to students who are first-generation U.S. Citizens or resident aliens or are the children of first-generation U.S. Citizens or resident aliens. Recipients shall be selected by The University of Akron Scholarship Committee in the Office of Student Financial Aid and funds may be used to cover tuition and fees as well as on-campus room and board and meal plans.
To make a tax-deductible gift to this scholarship, please visit °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ’s . Select “A different designation” from the drop-down menu and enter “Emma Barack Waltermire Scholarship” in the text box. Thank you!
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