The University of Akron Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship

The University of Akron Alumni Association established the Legacy Scholarship program in 2001 through its governing body, the National Alumni Board of Directors. The Legacy Scholarship assists as many full-time undergraduate students as possible - with limited funds - who are the children, grandchildren or under legal guardianship of a University of Akron alumnus/a. 
 
The scholarship symbolizes the University’s commitment to community and student support and recognizes the importance of providing funds to retain students and assist them towards earning a college degree. 

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this competitive scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Parent, grandparent or guardian must be a University of Akron alumnus/a.
2. Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate student for the following academic year.
3. Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better.
4. Demonstrate leadership abilities and community activities with a minimum two years of community service required.
5. Possess high standards of character as evidenced by letters of recommendation

Financial need may be considered. Preference will be given to the well-rounded student (includes good academic performance, extracurricular activities and volunteer experience).