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 51²è¹Ý 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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Zook, Steven C. Memorial Scholarship in Engineering

The Steven C. Zook Memorial Scholarship in Engineering was established in 1993 by his friends, co­workers, and family. The scholarship was revised in 2006 and 2024. Steve was a warm, friendly person, who possessed an intense curiosity about the world around him and a willingness to help others. He set high goals and knew no limitations. Steve was a 1986 graduate of Massillon Perry High School. He graduated from The University of Akron as an Honors' student with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. He served as president of Eta Kappa Nu and was also a member of Tau Beta Pi.

At the time of his death, Steve was employed at NASA Lewis Research Center as a software engineer. While at NASA, he served on the Mars Observer Launch Team and worked with members of the Sverdrup Technology Group on the SAMPIE project. He was also pursuing further studies at The University of Akron and working as a volunteer in the emergency room at Akron General Medical Center.

The Steven C. Zook Memorial Scholarship in Engineering will be awarded to one sophomore student and will support this student for up to ten semesters. It is the donors' intention to support one student from his or her sophomore year until graduation. Eligible recipient must:

  • Be a full-time undergraduate student in the College of Engineering and Polymer Science;
  • Have at least a 3.0 grade point average; and
  • Be a resident of the state of Ohio.

Once awarded, the student will receive the scholarship on a permanent basis as long as he or she continues to meet the above qualifications, is continuously enrolled, continues to make satisfactory progress on their degree, and funds are available. Recipients shall be selected 51²è¹Ý Scholarship Committee in the Office of Student Financial Aid.

To make a tax-deductible gift to this scholarship, please visit 51²è¹Ý’s . Select “A different designation” from the drop-down menu and enter “Steven Zook Scholarship” in the text box. Thank you!

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