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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Collins, Bonnie College of Business Fund
The Bonnie Collins College of Business Fund was established in June 2024 upon receiving a generous gift from the estate of Bonnie Collins.
Mrs. Bonnie L. (Mullens) Collins (12/06/1930 - 01/02/2024) was an Akron native, graduating from South High School (1949) and The University of Akron, receiving her associate degree in secretarial science (1964) and bachelor's degree in science in business education (1971). Bonnie worked at Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. from 1950 until her retirement in 1981. During her time there, she held many positions, including Statistical Analyst, Human Resources Specialist and Employee Communications Specialist, and she traveled extensively in the U.S. for work. In 1968, Bonnie represented Firestone in the National Alliance of Business, an organization dedicated to providing economic opportunities to the disadvantaged. In 1977, Bonnie received the Firestone Award of Excellence from Consumer Affairs for her dedication to the company and her outstanding customer service.
After her retirement from Firestone, Bonnie was a substitute teacher for Akron Public Schools.
On March 1, 1958, Bonnie married her husband, Eunice E. Collins (11/16/1933 - 07/07/2013). Eunice attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from Garfield High School in 1952. During his career, Eunice worked for the Akron Beacon Journal from 1952 until his retirement in 1990.
Throughout their lives, The University of Akron was very dear to Mrs. Collins and her husband.
The Bonnie Collins College of Business Fund was established as part of We Rise Together, the Campaign for The University of Akron.
The Bonnie Collins College of Business Fund is dedicated to supporting the needs and priorities of the College of Business. Funds shall be used at the discretion of the Dean of the College of Business or his/her designee.
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 “Bonnie Collins Business Fund” in the text box. Thank you!
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