Scholarships

Each year, The University of Akron distributes approximately $17 million in scholarships to students, thanks to more than 1,300 funds established through the kindness and generosity of thousands of UA friends, alumni, corporations, and foundations.

The University of Akron, in fact, has the largest endowment of any public university in northern Ohio and is pleased for the opportunity to give talented, deserving students the chance to study – and improve their lives.

All scholarships are distributed through the University’s Office of Student Financial Aid. Students interested in applying for a scholarship may visit the Financial Aid webpage, call 330-972-7032, or e-mail finaid@uakron.edu.

Please note: The Department of Development does not accept applications for or distribute scholarships.

Scholarship categories:

Select Category Academic Awards Academic Chairs & Professorships Athletics Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences College of Business Administration College of Education College of Engineering College of Fine & Applied Arts College of Health Professions College of Polymer Science & Polymer Engineering General Scholarships Honors College Lectureships Scholarships for Excellence School of Law Special Funds Summit College Wayne College

Note for students interested in applying for a scholarship: The Department of Development at The University of Akron does not accept applications for, or distribute, scholarships.

For information on how to apply for a scholarship, please visit UA's Office of Student Financial Aid page. You may also call the Financial Aid Office at 330-972-7032 or email them at finaid@uakron.edu.