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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School of Education Unrestricted Endowment
The School of Education Unrestricted Endowment is established through a generous gift from Mary T. Hranilovich (05/04/1932 - 11/25/2023), a 1954 alumna of the School of Education, who designated The University of Akron as the beneficiary of her life insurance policy. This enduring legacy reflects her commitment to the future of education and supports the ongoing mission of The University of Akron and the School of Education. The fund will continue to grow over time with additional gifts from alumni and friends of the University that provide unrestricted support to the School of Education.
The Lebron James Family Foundation School of Education at The University of Akron is a dynamic learning and teaching community, dedicated to preparing educational professionals who serve across diverse organizations. Committed to diversity, equity, and excellence, the school fosters an environment where research, scholarship, leadership, and collaboration thrive. Through inclusive education, innovation, and professionalism, The Lebron James Family Foundation School of Education empowers future educators to shape the field of education and create meaningful change.
This endowment serves as a lasting resource to support these efforts, ensuring that the School of Education continues to lead in preparing educators who are dedicated to making a difference in their communities and beyond.
The School of Education Unrestricted Endowment was established as part of We Rise Together, the Campaign for The University of Akron.
The School of Education Unrestricted Endowment is designed to provide flexible financial resources to promote and enhance the LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education at The University of Akron. Funds shall be used at the discretion of the Director of the Lebron James Family Foundation School of Education or his/her designee to meet emerging needs, invest in new opportunities, and support initiatives aligned with the school's mission.
To make a tax-deductible gift to this fund, please visit °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ’s . Select “A different designation” from the drop-down menu and enter “School of Education Unrestricted Endowment” in the text box. Thank you!
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