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.
Search for a Named Scholarship
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Lois Lee Killings Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1990 by the Akron Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and presented at its 30th Chapter Anniversary celebration. The purpose of the scholarship is to honor Lois Lee Killings, a dedicated member and past chapter president for her exemplary efforts in raising scholarship money for youth. The scholarship was revised in 2024 to update the candidate criteria.
The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Lois Lee Killings Endowed Scholarship will be awarded to members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Applicants must submit their member number when applying. If no members of the sorority apply, then the application will be open to members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
In addition, recipients of The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Lois Lee Killings Endowed Scholarship must have:
- An overall grade point average of 2.5 or greater,
- Completed at least 32 credit hours, and
- Demonstrated financial need.
Selection of the recipient(s) will be determined by the Akron Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Committee of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in conjunction with the Office of Student Financial Aid.
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 “Lois Lee Killings Scholarship” in the text box. Thank you!
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