Driving Opportunity Scholars Program

This exclusive program has been made possible through a generous gift from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.

Up to five scholarships will be offered in 2025.

The scholarship covers undergraduate tuition and fees for up to five years or a bachelors degree, whichever occurs first. Recipients will receive training, a corporate mentor and an academic mentor to help ensure a successful experience.

Recipients will have the opportunity to interview for an internship or co-op at Goodyear. Recipients may be placed at an out of state Goodyear plant, inclusive of traveling and relocation assistance. Examples of Goodyear plants include:

• Danville, VA
• Texarkana, AR
• Topeka, KS 
• Tupelo, MS
• Fayetteville, NC
• Lawton, OK 

Eligibility

A (preferred) 3.0 or higher grade point average in high school with other factors considered that impact GPA.

ACT or SAT score optional.

Come from a socioeconomically disadvantaged background.

Be the first generation in one’s family to attend college.

Be a new domestic first-year student.

Accepted to The University of Akron with the intended major of:

• Automated Manufacturing Technology
• Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering Technology 

To apply

• Applicants will be asked to submit an application and an essay describing their interest in the program and complete an interview.
• Deadline to apply is April 1.

Apply here

Questions?

Contact UA Admissions at admissions@uakron.edu or 330-972-7100.