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COLLEGE
OF ARTS & SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships and awards are for students enrolled in the College of Arts & Sciences.
The application deadlines and processes in the College of Arts and Sciences vary due to the number of different majors within the College. For detailed information on specific scholarships, contact your department chairperson.
Note: All need-based scholarships require that a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) be on file by April 1. Students may complete the FAFSA on the web at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or students may contact the Office of Student Financial Aid at 419.530.8700. The University of Toledo school code for completing the FAFSA is 003131. Information provided on each scholarship is subject to change.
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General Scholarships |
Betty J. Lapp Scholarship Fund
Contact: Lee Heritage, Interim Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences, 3160 University Hall, 419.530.5506, lee.heritage@utoledo.edu
France Stone Foundation College of Arts & Sciences Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded to part or full-time UT students who have declared a major in a program or department in the College of Arts and Sciences, including students who have transferred from Quest into A&S. The scholarship is based upon financial need in accordance with FAFSA criteria and requires that the A&S student be enrolled 6 credit hours or more and maintain a 3.0 GPA. A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is to be completed annually and on file in the Office of Student Financial Aid by April 1 of each year. This one-year award is renewable, as long as the A&S student making application demonstrates financial need and maintains enrollment status and a 3.0 overall GPA.
Contact: Lee Heritage, Interim Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences, 3160 University Hall, 419.530.5506, lee.heritage@utoledo.edu
Art
Art Interest, Inc. Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for an outstanding entering freshman studio art or art education major that recognizes talent and academic achievement. A portfolio review and a minimum GPA of 2.5 are required.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for
the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Athena Art Award
Scholarship for female art students. Recipient is recommended by faculty to the Athena Art Society Committee. Student must conduct independent portfolio, transcript, and application reviews.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for
the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Susanna L. Clement Scholarship
Scholarships for entering freshmen majoring in studio art, art history, or art education, as well as to two additional upper-class awards are made annually upon submission of transcripts and portfolio review. Students must show exceptional promise of creative ability and/or academic excellence.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for
the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Sara Jane Dehoff Art Scholarship
Scholarship for entering female freshman at UT who is majoring in the visual arts. Candidates shall submit a portfolio, slides or video. Scholarship is based on financial need and is offered for a four-year period with the provision that the recipient maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Contact:
Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for the Visual
Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Matthew K. Morgan Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for a sophomore, junior or senior majoring in the fine arts with preference given to a drawing and/or painting major. Must be a U.S. citizen and be enrolled regularly at UT.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for
the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Mark Palmer Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship to support travel necessary for a junior or senior student undertaking an independent research project in the history of art or architecture.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for
the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
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William L. Rabideau Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for junior or senior students majoring in fine arts. First preference will be given to drawing majors. Recipients shall be superior students who demonstrate financial need and have GPA's of 3.0 or higher in their major. Scholarship may be renewed.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
James G. Southworth Art Scholarship
Scholarship for an outstanding undergraduate studio fine arts major who is involved in the creation of ceramics. Non-renewable.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for
the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Toledo Artists Club Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for a full or part-time junior or senior majoring in art education, art history or studio art. This non-renewable scholarship rotates through three programs every three years. Overall 2.5 GPA and 3.0 GPA in the major are required.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for
the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Sinclair Walbridge Scholarship
Scholarships for entering freshmen pursuing studies in studio art, art history, or art education. Non-renewable.
Contact: Donna Hunt, Department of Art, 419.530.8300, Center for the Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place, Toledo, OH 43620.
Biology
Dr. Peter C. Fraleigh Memorial Scholarship
Recipient shall be an undergraduate at UT who is majoring in biology or earth, ecological and environmental services. Recipient must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipient shall be interested in a career in ecology or biology and shall have submitted a 500 word essay to describe why they are interested in the field.
Contact: Department of Biology and Department of Earth, Ecology and Environmental Services
Fred O. Hartman Scholarship
Scholarship for incoming freshmen or current undergraduate students majoring in biology at The University of Toledo. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 grading system. The scholarship is automatically renewable if the recipient continues to meet the criteria.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Biological Sciences, 1025 Bowman Oddy, 419.530.2066.
C.V. Wolfe Scholarship in Natural Sciences
Scholarship for an entering freshman student majoring in geology, environmental sciences, or environmental studies. Student must be an Ohio high school graduate and rank in the top 15% of graduating class. Scholarship is based on financial need, academic promise and is renewable if student maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Earth, Ecological and Environmental Sciences, 3042 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.4572.
Chemistry
George A. Abood Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for a junior or senior chemistry or chemical engineering major. Scholarship is based on academic achievement and leadership.
Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid/Scholarship Services, 1200 Rocket Hall, 419.530.8700 (A special application form is required).
Arthur H. & Virginia R. Black Academic Scholarship
Scholarship for a sophomore or junior chemistry major who is pursuing a career as a professional chemist. A minimum GPA of 3.0 overall and 3.5 in chemistry is required. Juniors may reapply for senior year.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
Arthur H. Black Award in Analytical Chemistry
Undergraduate chemistry major who has shown outstanding ability in the area of analytical chemistry.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
CAI - NWO Scholarship
Recipients must be full-time, undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens majoring in Chemistry or Biology. Recipients must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. First preference will be given to CAI - NWO member dependents.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2022 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109 OR Chairperson, Department of Biology, 1025 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2065.
Chemistry Faculty Scholarship Fund
Scholarship established by faculty of Chemistry Department to be awarded to chemistry majors. Recipients will be selected by Academic Achievement Committee.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman Oddy, 419.530.2109.
Dr. Alfred Foster Chemistry Award
Scholarship for a sophomore, junior, or senior student with outstanding performance in last year’s class of Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1210-1220.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
David R. Hostetler Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for a sophomore student in the Chemistry program in the College of Arts & Sciences. This scholarship is based on academic achievement and the student is expected to maintain a minimum 2.5 overall GPA and a 3.0 GPA in chemistry courses.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
Henry R. Kreider Scholarships in Chemistry
Scholarships for junior and senior chemistry majors based on merit, financial need and character.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
James A. Poure Scholarship
Scholarship for juniors, seniors or graduate students in the chemistry department. Recipients shall meet the minimum academic requirements for acceptance to or retention within the Department of Chemistry. Recipients are selected on the basis of merit and a formal application to the Department of Chemistry Academic Achievement Committee including an essay. Financial need will only be considered if necessary. The scholarship is renewable upon application of any current recipient.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
William B. Silverman Chemistry Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate chemistry majors at the University of Toledo. Scholarships are based on financial need and are renewable if the recipient reapplies.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
David Turnbull Scholarship in Materials Science
Scholarship for graduate level students with majors in Physics, Chemistry, Geology, and/or Engineering who are pursuing a Materials Science option as part of their degree program. Award is based on academic and research excellence and not based on financial need. Renewable.
Contact: Dr. Alvin Compaan, Director, Center for Materials Science, 419.530.4906.
C.V. Wolfe Scholarship in Natural Sciences
Scholarship for an entering freshman student in chemistry. Student must be an Ohio high school graduate and rank in the top 15% of graduating class. Scholarship is based on financial need and academic promise and is renewable if student maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, 2002 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.2109.
Communication
Buckeye Cable System Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for a full-time junior or senior undergraduate student. Recipient shall be a major in the department with a concentration in broadcast services. Home address must be in the same franchise area as the Cable System. A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required. Based on financial need.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
William Day Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for a full-time junior news media major who is a member of the Independent Collegian staff. A minimum GPA of 2.8 is required.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
Department of Communication Pre-Professional Excellence Award
Award for outstanding Department of Communication student.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
Minnie & Shakee Lacey Scholarship
Scholarships for undergraduate journalism students. Scholarship is based on GPA, extracurricular activities, and employment experience.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
Terry L. Marti Scholarship
This scholarship is available to juniors and seniors majoring in the communication area. Recipients must have a 3.0 GPA. Selection is also based on extra-curricular activities and community service.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005
Margaret Patterson Memorial Scholarship
The Department of Communication faculty awards a stipend of varying amounts to one or more students. Eligibility includes national merit scholars who are planning careers in Journalism and if funding allows, other communication majors. The award is based upon GPA and Junior standing.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libby Hall, 419.530.2005.
Richard Cadwell Pheatt Scholarship
Scholarships for students in the College of Arts and Sciences, with first preference given to students majoring in communications, particularly those in the area of journalism. Recipient shall be a citizen of the United States and shall have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libby Hall, 419.530.2005.
Doug Sinn Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for a student in the Department of Communications majoring in broadcast services at The University of Toledo. Based on academic achievement. Recipients may reapply annually for renewal.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
Christopher States Scholarship Award
Scholarships for full-time junior or senior radio or TV production broadcast majors.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
Wilbur Lee Taylor Storyteller Scholarship
The Wilbur Lee Taylor Storyteller Scholarship is for a minority student who is enrolled full-time at The University of Toledo, has sophomore standing, and has a GPA of 2.5 or higher. The recipient will be chosen based on his/her writing ability, financial need, academic merit and community involvement. Applicants must be enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences and have a major that focuses in the fields of English or Communication. Applicants must also have a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file in the Office of Student Financial Aid by April 1.
Contact: MIchelle Harvey, College Relations Coordinator, 3020 University Hall, 419.530.7805.
Toledo Press Club Award
Scholarship for an outstanding junior or senior journalism student.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, 400 Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
Ethel Wilcox Scholarship
Recipients must be full-time juniors in the Department of Communication. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be active in campus or community activities.
Contact: Patricia Damschroeder, Department of Communication, Libbey Hall, 419.530.2005.
Earth, Ecological and Environmental Sciences
Jeffrey A. Black Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for full-time students entering their junior or senior year, majoring in environmental sciences in the College of Arts & Sciences. Must have and maintain a 3.5 or higher GPA in their major and must maintain a 3.0 GPA overall. Applicants must also submit an essay describing how they plan to become stewards of the environment. May be renewed based on the aforementioned criteria however, current recipients must reapply.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Earth, Ecological, and Environmental Sciences, 3042 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.4572.
Dr. Peter C. Fraleigh Memorial Scholarship
Recipient shall be undergraduates at UT. Majoring in biology or earth, ecological and environmental services. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipient shall be interested in a career in ecology or biology and shall have submitted a 500 word essay to describe why they are interested in the field.
Contact: Department of Biology and Department of Earth, Ecology and Environmental Services.
Thomas A. Hogan Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for sophomore, junior, senior student majoring in geology or exercise science who has maintained a 3.0 minimum GPA and who holds a part-time job.
EEES awards their scholarship for summer field work. Awarded in alternating years by the Department of Earth, Ecology, and Environmental Sciences or by the College of Health & Human Services. Check with respective college.Contact: Chairperson, Department of Earth, Ecological and Environmental Sciences, 3042 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.4572.
Dr. Lon Ruedisili Hydrogeology/Environmental Geology Fund
Award for geology majors specializing in hydrogeology or environmental geology in support of either senior year thesis research or graduate research costs.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Earth, Ecological, and Environmental Sciences, 3042 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.4572.
Toledo Gem and Rockhound Club Scholarship
Scholarship for a full-time junior or senior geology major who is a U.S. citizen and preferably from Northwest Ohio or Southeast Michigan. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in the major and 2.0 overall.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Earth, Ecological and Environmental Sciences, 3042 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.4572.
Dr. Elliot J. Tramer Environmental Science Scholarship
Recipients shall be full-time students, having attained at least sophomore status at UT, and shall be majors in Environmental Science with a 3.2 or higher GPA.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Earth, Ecological, and Environmental Sciences, 3042 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.4572.
C.V. Wolfe Scholarship in Natural Sciences
Scholarship for an entering freshman student majoring in geology, environmental sciences, or environmental studies. Student must be an Ohio high school graduate and rank in the top 15% of graduating class. Scholarship is based on financial need, academic promise and is renewable if student maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Earth, Ecological and Environmental Sciences, 3042 Bowman-Oddy, 419.530.4572.
Economics
Edward Shapiro Economics Scholarship II
Recipients shall be entering, undergraduate or undergraduate students at UT, majoring in economics. The scholarship supports scholarship and research endeavors including, but not limited to, conference fees and related travel expenses. Award is based on financial need and/or academic merit. May be renewable.
Contact: Dept. of Economics, 4140 University Hall, 419.530.5156 or 419.530.2801.
English
Brand Composition Fellow
A scholarship to attract and support of superior candidate for a Master's degree in English with an emphasis on teaching composition.
Contact: Chair, Department of English Language and Literature, 5040 University Hall, 419.530.2318.
Brand English Department Award
Scholarship for promising full-time undergraduate student pursuing a degree in the Department of English Language and Literature, with preference given to students in creative writing or drama.
Contact: Chair, Department of English Language and Literature, 5040 University Hall, 419.530.2318.
Brand Senior Scholarship
Scholarship for the senior year of study for outstanding undergraduate student in the Department of English Language and Literature, with preference given to students interested in creative writing, drama or seeking admission to graduate school.
Contact: Chair, Department of English Language and Literature, 5040 University Hall, 419.530.2318.
Brand Summer Fellowship
Scholarship to support participation by a full-time English major undergraduate or graduate student in summer research or writing program.
Contact: Chair, Department of English Language and Literature, 5040 University Hall, 419.530.2318.
Helen M. Fields Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for a graduate student with an excellent academic record in the field of English or education.
Contact: Associate Dean for Graduate Studies, Graduate School, 3240 University Hall, 419.530.4723.
Fern R. Kalmbach Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship will awarded annually to two male students in the junior class who are majoring or minoring in English. Recipients must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and must exhibit great skill in creative writing. Scholarship will cover all tuition and fees for both students senior year.
Contact: Dr. Rane Arroyo, Director of Creative Writing, Department of English Language and Literature, 6080 University Hall, 419.530.2014.
Alvin J. Preis Scholarship Fund
Scholarship offered to first-generation full-time students at UT. Shall be majors in history and/or English, who are most qualified in their department, and who have a 3.0 or higher GPA based on a 4.0 scale. Each year this scholarship alternates between the History and English departments. The scholarship is based on financial need and is renewable.
Contact: Chair, Department of English Language and Literature, 5040 University Hall, 419.530.2318
Edward Shapiro English Composition
For undergraduate winners of an annual essay contest conducted by the Department of English.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of English Director of Freshman English 5040 University Hall, 419.530.2318.
Edward Shapiro Fund for English Composition II
Three scholarships are offered from this fund:
Two-year scholarship for A&S non-transfer first-year student
This scholarship is based on an essay competition and is open to all accepted, matriculating A&S students who want to participate the student does not need to declare as an English major to be eligible. May be renewed for one additional year, provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA.
Senior Writing Scholarship
Students may apply for this scholarship in the spring of their junior year. Requires submission of a writing sample and two professor recommendations – one from a UT English Department Faculty member, and one from a faculty member from another UT department. Candidates must be English Department majors in good standing to be eligible for this award.
Senior Writing (Runner-up) Scholarships
The winners of these scholarships will be the four runners-up from the Senior Writing Scholarship competition.
Contact: Chair, Department of English Language and Literature, 5040 University Hall, 419.530.2318.
Foreign Languages
Marianne Bigney Scholarship Award in German Studies
Scholarship for any first year student entering The University of Toledo who has completed three years of German study in high school or abroad and maintained a B average in those German courses may apply for financial assistance on the basis of merit. Preference will be given to the student who has declared a major or minor in German. Recipients must register for an average of one German course per term during the award year and must maintain a B average in their college German classes. Any undergraduate student who is enrolled in a German class above the intermediate level is eligible to apply for financial assistance on the basis of need. Preference will be given to students who declare a major or minor in German. Recipients must register for an average of one German course per term during the award year.
Contact: Dr. Debra Stoudt, Professor of German, 3160 University Hall, 419.530.5506.
Herbert Schering Exchange Program & Award in German Studies
Scholarship for any undergraduate student taking part in the UT-Darmstadt Exchange Program who has completed the basic German requirement at The University of Toledo before traveling to Darmstadt may apply for financial assistance to participate in program. Support will be based on merit and need. Any undergraduate student seeking financial assistance for other German programs must have completed two German courses at the advanced level and have at least sophomore standing at the time of the award. Preference will be given to students who have declared a major or minor in German. Students receiving an award of study outside The University of Toledo are expected to return to UT to complete their undergraduate degree. Any graduating UT student who has majored in German may apply for financial assistance to pursue a graduate degree in German.
Contact: Dr. Debra Stoudt, Professor of German, 5190A University Hall, 419.530.2649.
History
Randolph I. Downs Award
Scholarship awarded to an outstanding junior or senior history major.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of History, 1142 Tucker Hall, 419.530.2845.
Llyod & Betty Lapp Merit Award
Scholarship for graduate students majoring in history.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of History, 1142 Tucker Hall, 419.530.2845.
William H. Leckie Graduate History Fellowship Fund
Scholarship to recognize the academic excellence of graduate students who currently have and are maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.75 in the graduate courses. First preference will be given to history graduate students who are fully admitted PhD candidates and second preference will be given to M.A. candidates. This fellowship is renewable for an additional year to recipients who maintain the academic requirements of the fellowship and continue to progress without interruption towards the completion of a dissertation. Nominations for this fellowship are by faculty only.
Margaret Williams Nachtreib
Scholarship awarded to an outstanding female junior or senior student majoring in history.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of History, 1142 Tucker Hall, 419.530.2845.
Andrew Townsend
Scholarship awarded to an outstanding male junior or senior student majoring in history.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of History, 1142 Tucker Hall, 419.530.2845.
C.V. Wolfe Scholarship in History
Scholarship for an entering freshman student in history. Student must be an Ohio high school graduate and rank in the top 15% of graduating class. Scholarship is based on financial need, academic promise and is renewable if student maintains a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of History, 1142 Tucker Hall, 419.530.2845.
Humanities
Paul Block Endowed Scholarship Fund
Recipients must be full-time undergraduate students with financial need, studying one of the following disciplines: art, art history, classics, English, foreign languages, history, humanities, music, philosophy or theater. Scholarship is renewable as long as recipients maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2.
Contact: Director, The Humanities Institute, 419.530.2329, cblatz@utoledo.edu.
Ernest W. Dewey Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the College of Arts & Sciences. Student may be majoring in philosophy, classics, English, economics, foreign languages and literature, linguistics, history or political science. Scholarship is based on merit but financial need may also be a consideration. Must be a U.S. citizen and have a minimum GPA of 3.2. Scholarship is renewable.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Philosophy, 1006 Sullivan Hall, 419.530.6185.
Humanities Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for an established undergraduate humanities major demonstrating academic achievement. Student must have a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file by April 1 deadline. Application deadline is April 1.
Contact: Director, Humanities Institute, 419.530.4525.
James G. Southworth Scholarship
Scholarships for full-time students majoring in one or more fields of the humanities (English, history, foreign languages, philosophy, music, theater/film, art or art history, interdisciplinary humanities, as well as other interdisciplinary programs) and demonstrating academic achievement.
Contact: Director, The Humanities Institute, 419.530.2329, cblatz@utoledo.edu.
Mathematics
Dr. Wayne Dancer Memorial Scholarship
Recipients shall be in math or engineering, with preference given to alternating the scholarship between the majors. Must have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 with minimum of 3.5 in the major. For full-time students only.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Violet B Davis Scholarship
Recipients shall be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in mathematics and should maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA and 3.5 GPA in the math major.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Edward D. Ebert Merit Scholarship
First priority will be given to a Math major, then any Arts & Sciences major of junior or senior rank. Recipient should maintain a GPA of 3.0 overall and a GPA of 3.5 in major. A junior recipient may renew this scholarship for the senior year.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Dr. Chidambaraswamy Jayanthi Memorial Scholarship
Recipients shall be full-time students major in Mathematics who have attained junior status. The recipients shall have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GPA of 3.5 in their major. The scholarship is based on financial need and is renewable if the recipient continues to meet the specified criteria.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Saraswathi Jayanthi Memorial Scholarship
Recipients shall be math majors in their junior or senior year. Recipients will be the best students in math, based on academic achievement as determined by the math department. When there is more than one candidate who is equally qualified, financial need shall be the deciding factor. The scholarship is renewable if the student meets the above stated criteria.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Nand Kishore Mathematics Award
Award to a graduating senior in mathematics who shows the greatest promise for a career in math.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Fern Welker Mervos Math Scholarship
Available to undergraduates and graduates who will be enrolled full- or part-time. Applicants must be majors in Math, who have taken courses beyond Calculus I and have a 2.5 GPA or higher in Math based on a 4.0 grading scale. The scholarship is not based on financial need but need may be considered. The Mervos Scholarship is renewable upon reapplication..
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Charles Nichols Memorial Scholarship
For a student majoring in math with an overall minimum GPA of 3.2 and a 3.5 in mathematics. Based on merit.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall 419.530.2568.
C.V. Wolfe Scholarship in Natural Science
Recipients of the undergraduate scholarships shall be Ohio high school graduates who rank in the top 15% of their graduating class. Recipients of all scholarships shall be selected based on financial need and high academic promise as determined by appropriate officials of The University of Toledo Office of Student Financial Aid. Scholarships shall be renewable provided recipients maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.o grade point average scale.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, 2040 University Hall, 419.530.2568.
Music
Automatic Handling/Pienta Music Scholarship
Scholarship for students who are majoring in music at The University of Toledo.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1004 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.5062.
Norman & Helen Baer Scholarship Fund
Scholarships for sophomore, junior or senior piano students who show exceptional promise and ability.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Band Scholarship
Scholarships for sophomore, junior or senior members of the marching and/or concert bands who demonstrate need and superior talent.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Jean Menzies Bennett Music Award
Scholarship awarded to a music major in piano entering his/her junior year.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Dils-Beatrice Gardner Scholarship
Scholarship for an undergraduate dance student and a faculty member to participate in a dance program of the caliber of the American Dance Festival. Preference is given to third year students.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Theatre and Film, 1032 Center for Performing Arts, 419.530.2202.
Dorothy Kittle Ebert Voice Scholarship
Students majoring in music with an emphasis on voice. May be awarded to undergraduate students. Made on the basis of merit to recognize high potential in the area of voice. Scholarship may be renewable.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Leona Taft Eckels Fund
Scholarships for sophomore, junior or senior music majors.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
O. E. Hassensall Scholarship
Special recognition awards for sophomore, junior or senior music students.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Beatrice S. Jacobson Memorial Fund
Scholarship for a member in good standing of the American Guild of Musical Artists, whose total period of paid up membership has been no less that two years duration, or a former member of the AGMA who is on Honorable Withdrawal and whose total period of paid up membership has been no less than two years. May be part-time or full-time, graduate or undergraduate students. Must have financial need. Application deadline is April 1.
Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid/Scholarship Services, 1200 Rocket Hall, 419.530.8700 (A special application form is required).
Mu Phi Epsilon Scholarship
Scholarships for sophomore, junior or senior music majors who are members of the Mu Phi Epsilon Fraternity. Awarded by audition in the spring of each year.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Music Department Scholarship Fund
Scholarship awarded to talented music majors.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Dorothy MacKenzie Price Music Scholarship
Scholarship awarded to undergraduate and graduate music majors. Recipients may be full-time or part-time students. Awards are based primarily on performance skill and musicianship. Academic preparation and achievement will also be considered. Not based on financial need. Scholarships are renewable for up to three additional years.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Barbara Rondelli-Van der Merwe Scholarship
Scholarship to be awarded to a student who will study vocal performance in either the College of Arts and Sciences or in the College of Education for music education.
Contact: Professor Barbara Rondelli-Van der Merwe, 2020 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.4189.
Art Tatum Scholarship Fund
Undergraduate scholarship awarded to musically gifted African-American music majors.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building, 419.530.2448.
Key to the Sea Music Scholarship
Scholarships for sophomore, junior or senior students exhibiting talent in either brass or percussion instruments.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building 419.530.2448.
Sue S. and James F. White, Jr. Scholarship Fund
University of Toledo students who are voice or theater majors may be eligible. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship is renewable.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Theater and Film, 1032 Center for Performing Arts, 419.530.2202.
Fred Wood Music Scholarship
Scholarship for beginning freshman majoring in music at the University of Toledo. This scholarship is based on financial need and is renewable for four years.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Music, 1002 Performing Arts Building 419.530.2448.
Philosophy
Ernest W. Dewey Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the College of Arts & Sciences. Student may be majoring in philosophy, classics, English, economics, foreign languages and literature, linguistics, history or political science. Scholarship is based on merit, but financial need may also be a consideration. Must be a U.S. citizen and have a minimum GPA of 3.2. Scholarship is renewable.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Philosophy, 1011 Scott Hall, 419.530.6190.
George P. Guthrie Scholarship in Philosophy
Scholarship for undergraduate or graduate students majoring in philosophy. Recipients shall have completed at least one course in ancient philosophy. Awarded on the basis of merit to recognize superior achievements in the study of philosophy.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Philosophy, 1011 Scott Hall, 419.530.6190.
Gardner Williams Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to an outstanding junior philosophy major.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Philosophy, 1011 Scott Hall, 419.530.6190.
Physics and Astronomy
Elmer R. & Gertrude M. Brigham Scholarship - Arts & Sciences
Merit scholarship for a full-time science or math major in the College of Arts Sciences. Scholarship is merit based. Each year this scholarship rotates among the five departments. The 2007-2008 award will be given to a Physics and Astronomy major.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Physics and Astronomy, 2017 McMaster Hall, 419.530.2241.
Elgin C. Brooks Memorial Astronomy Scholarship
Sophomores, juniors and seniors majoring in astronomy are eligible for this scholarship. Students must be nominated by the astronomy faculty and be considered an outstanding, committed astronomy student.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Physics and Astronomy, 2017 McMaster Hall, 419.530.2241.
A. Jackson and Sally K. Smith Endowed Scholarship Fund
Scholarships for U.S. citizens residing in the State of Ohio or Indiana or the counties of Lenawee, Hillsdale or Monroe in the state of Michigan. Applicants must be junior, senior, or graduate level students majoring in physics and astronomy. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate responsible citizenship, who are active in community affairs and who participate in minor sports at UT. Renewable.
Robert & Noreen Stollberg Award Fund
Awarded to undergraduate and graduate students in the Department of Physics & Astronomy, or a physics and astronomy major who is majoring in science education. Based on GPA, creativity, leadership, integrity and service to UT and the community.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Physics and Astronomy, 2017 McMaster Hall, 419.530.2241.
David Turnbull Scholarship in Materials Science
Scholarship for graduate level students with majors in Physics, Chemistry, Geology, and/or Engineering who are pursuing a Materials Science option as part of their degree program. Award is based on academic and research excellence and not based on financial need. Renewable.
Contact: Dr. Alvin Compaan, Director, Center for Materials Science, 419.530.4906.
C.V. Wolfe Scholarship in Natural Sciences
Scholarship for an entering freshman student in physics and astronomy. Student must be an Ohio high school graduate and rank in top 15% of graduating class. Scholarship is based on financial need, academic promise and is renewable if student maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Contact: Chairperson, Department of Physics and Astronomy, 2017 McMaster Hall, 419.530.2241.
Political Science
Please note that all scholarships offered by the Political Science Department at The University of Toledo are for students majoring in political science and attending The University of Toledo. All majors will be automatically considered for all departmental scholarships therefore, no formal application is necessary.
Jon M. & Edward W. Binder Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for an undergraduate student in political science entering his/her junior or senior year. Applicants should have a GPA of at least 3.0, demonstrate sustained interest and success in other academic disciplines, and be a good University citizen as reflected in substantial commitment to intercollegiate athletics, student government, or other significant extracurricular activities.
Albin Czerniakowski Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for a junior or senior political science major who demonstrates financial need. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.
Michael V. DiSalle Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships for junior or senior political science students interested in government or public service who demonstrate financial need and academic excellence.
Sharron E. Doerner Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for juniors or seniors majoring in political science who have high academic standing. Award can be based on need and is renewable.
Draghici European Scholarship in Political Science & Public Administration
Scholarship for students in public administration masters program, or students majoring in political science. Scholarship is based on merit. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
O. Garfield Jones Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships for sophomore, junior, or senior political science majors.
Edgar T. Kilbride Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for a sophomore, junior, or senior political science major who has demonstrated academic achievement and has completed a substantial research paper on community politics or local elections.
Daniel G. McNamara Memorial Award
Scholarship for a graduate student in public administration with high academic achievement and an interest in community service. Financial need is not a consideration.
Barney Quilter Good Government Scholarship Fund
Incoming junior or senior meeting a majority of the following criteria: (a) graduated from an Ohio public or private high school in the metropolitan Toledo area (b) major in political science (c) be interested in pursuing a career in government service (d) preference given if in need of financial assistance (e) eligible for membership in political science honor society (f) maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 overall and in political science (g) involved in student government.
Joseph Tomasi Scholarship Fund
Scholarships for senior political science majors with a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrated financial need.
David Stevens Wilson Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate political science majors at the University of Toledo. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA. This scholarship is renewable and is not based on financial need.
Pre-Medical
Ariss Family Pre-Med Fund
Recipients shall be juniors or seniors in the College of Arts & Science. Students shall be biology majors in pre-med in the honors program. Recipients must have a 3.8 GPA or higher. This scholarship is not renewable.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Howard H. M. Bowman Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships for undergraduate students in pre-med. Based on academic achievement.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Dr. Edward l. and Norma R. Doermann Scholarship
Scholarship for junior honor students majoring in pre-med or taking the four-year nursing course at UT. The scholarship will be for each of two years and will alternate between the College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Nursing (i.e., a pre-med student will get it in year one, have it renewed for year two then, a nursing student will get it in year three and have it renewed for year four). The scholarship is based on academic achievement, leadership and citizenship, career objectives, community activities, and financial need.
Contact: Kelle Repinski (A&S), 1005B Driscoll Center, 419.530.8477 or Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Catherine Rudolph Foster Scholarship
Scholarships for undergraduate pre-med students. Based on academic achievement and financial need.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Franklyn & Hilda Hawkins Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to deserving pre-medical students with financial need. Amounts are variable awards are made to freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior ranked students the scholarship is renewable as long as the student maintains a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Elizabeth H. Miller Trust Fund
Scholarship for undergraduate pre-med majors. Based on academic achievement and financial need. Scholarship is renewable.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Dr. Willmarth R. Paine Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for a student enrolled in the pre-dental program. Based on financial need and academic achievement.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Kenneth "Doc" Pawlicki Scholarship
Scholarship for incoming or current undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences enrolled in the pre-dental program. Recipient shall have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Based on financial need.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Dr. Sonja & Theodore Pinsky M.D. Pre-Med Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for pre-medical students. Based on merit.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Robert W. Pocotte M.D. Award
A scholarship for a varsity athlete with good standing in the pre-medical program. Preference will be given to a graduating athlete. Both males and females may apply.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Pre-Medical Scholarship Fund
Scholarships for undergraduate pre-med students. Based on academic achievement and financial need.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Walter John Ryan Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for highest junior and senior academic achiever enrolled in The University of Toledo's pre-med program.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Dr. and Mrs. A.H. Steinberg Scholarship
Applicants should be freshmen through senior ranking, maintaining full-time status in UT's pre-med/pre-dental program. Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Contact: Pre-med Advisor, 3000 University Hall, 419.530.2102.
Dr. Lance and Diana H. (Dee) Talmage Scholarship
Recipients shall be juniors at UT in the College of Education or the College of Arts and Sciences. Each recipient will hold the scholarship for two years alternating between the majors of Pre-Med and Education. Recipients shall have been involved in campus activities and specifically community activities. A minimum GPA of 3.25 is required. Scholarship is based on financial aid.
Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid/Scholarship Services, 1200 Rocket Hall, 419.530.8700 (A separate application form is required).
Psychology
Robert J. & Anne Evans Burns Scholarship
Preference shall be given to psychology students who have demonstrated an interest in Adult Development or Industrial/Organizational Psychology. If no candidate is eligible, the scholarship shall be made available to any University student regardless of college affiliation, who demonstrated interest in gerontology. The renewable award shall be available to full-time students of the sophomore level or higher with a of 3.00 GPA or higher.
Contact: Harvard Armus, Department of Psychology, 1360 University Hall, 419.530.8479.
Samar EL-OKDI Memorial Scholarship
Recipients shall be UT students with a preference given to juniors or seniors and to students studying psychology with an interest in anthropology and/or women's studies. Recipients shall be students who have overcome financial, emotional or cultural barriers in their lives. Recipients shall be active in community service and very open minded in the areas of race, religion, gender and politics. Recipients shall maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA with