Named scholarships & funds
When it comes to earning a college degree, the greatest obstacle can be funding.
For this reason, ÉðÊ¿Âþ» 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 UA 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 ÉðÊ¿Âþ», 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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Kleffman, John I. Scholarship Fund
The John I. Kleffman Scholarship Fund was established in 1996 with a gift from Mr. John I. Kleffman in appreciation for the education he received at ÉðÊ¿Âþ». Mr. Kleffman attended evening classes at the University for 9-1/2 years while working full time during the day. He earned his B.S.B.A. from the College of Business Administration in 1955. Mr. Kleffman recognizes the demands students attending evening classes must face and wishes to offer financial assistance through this scholarship to part-time students attending evening classes. Preference will be given, but not limited to, students majoring in business administration or education. Recipients may apply for renewal of this scholarship. Selection of recipients by the University Scholarship Committee. Additional contributions are welcome from alumni and friends who wish to support the purpose of this scholarship.
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