University of Akron Scholarships (2026–2027)
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Last Updated on June 3, 2026
What This Page Covers:- Tuition, housing, and average family net price
- Automatic merit ranges and qualifier benchmarks
- Flagship and hidden-gem awards
- Honors and stacking strategy
📊 Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance Rate: ~85%
- Middle 50% ACT: 22
- Middle 50% SAT: 1105
- Average GPA: 3.55
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📌 University of Akron at a Glance
🏆 Full tuition available (Lisle M. Buckingham/Owen O. & Della M. Orr Honors Scholarship & Jean Hower Taber Prestigious Honors Scholarship)
Average Net Price
$17,492/year (in-state estimate)
Average paid for residents.
Automatic Merit
$1,000–$7,500/yr
No separate application.
Scholarships Tracked
22 opportunities
5 automatic · 11 hidden gem · 6 honors
Typical Qualifiers
GPA 3.2+; ACT TBD+ / SAT TBD+
Benchmarks for top-tier awards.
Testing Policy
Test-optional
Superscores ACT/SAT.
Key Deadlines
Priority: Jan 31 • FAFSA: Dec 1
Full-Tuition / Full-Ride
Lisle M. Buckingham/Owen O. & Della M. Orr Honors Scholarship & Jean Hower Taber Prestigious Honors Scholarship
Honors College
Honors Program Available
Akron is one of those schools where the value comes from consistency. The automatic scholarships are clearly laid out, renewable, and fairly predictable—which makes it easier for families to estimate real costs early. Add in regional discounts for nearby states, and this can quietly become a strong financial option without a lot of guesswork.
The key is understanding the tiers. Most students will land somewhere in the automatic merit range, but the biggest awards—especially through the Honors College—are competitive. If your student is solidly in that 3.3–3.8 range and wants a practical, career-focused school with a clear pricing path, Akron is one that’s easy to build into a smart, balanced list.
FAQ
Is this college test-optional? Yes — University of Akron is test-optional.
What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT? ACT: 22; SAT: 1105.
Average net price? About $17,492/yearyear after aid.
Does this school use waivers/reciprocity?
Yes — participates in msep.
💰 Cost of Attendance at University of Akron 2026-2027
📅 2026–2027 Planning Note: The costs below reflect the most recently published figures (2025–2026). Universities typically finalize the next year’s rates in the spring, and we’ll update this page once official 2026–2027 numbers are released.
Planning tip: At large public universities, tuition, fees, and housing usually increase modestly each year (often in the 2–5% range). For early budgeting, families may want to plan for roughly $1,000–$1,500 more in-state or $2,000–$3,000 more out-of-state in total direct costs once new rates are published.
| Category (2026–2027) |
In-State |
Out-of-State |
| Tuition & Mandatory Fees (2 semesters) |
$13,740 |
$21,650 |
| Housing & Meals (typical) |
$13,162 |
$13,162 |
| Total (Direct Costs) |
$26,902 |
$34,812 |
Average Federal Net Price: $17,492 — this is what families actually paid after grants and scholarships (no loans), based on the most recent federal data. Your specific cost could be significantly lower or higher depending on your financial aid eligibility and merit scholarships. New to Net Price & SAI? Read our guide.
Reciprocity & Regional Discounts: University of Akron participates in the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP). Eligible out-of-state students from participating states may pay a reduced tuition rate (about $15,500/year) plus qualify for additional merit scholarships.
FAQ
Who qualifies for in-state tuition?
Ohio residents who meet state residency requirements.
Does Akron offer regional discounts like WUE or NEBHE?
No — Akron does not participate in WUE or NEBHE, but it does participate in MSEP for eligible out-of-state students.
How do most families lower these costs?
Through automatic merit scholarships, competitive awards, and need-based grants.
✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships
Akron automatically considers admitted students for merit scholarships based on GPA and (if submitted) test scores. No extra application is required—just apply for admission by the priority deadline.
Automatic
Out-of-State Merit Consideration
📅 Deadline: April 1
✓ Renews (2 GPA, 4 yrs)
Holistic / Status Based
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Stacking & Combining
Nonresident students receive the same core Merit Scholarship Awards as in-state students based on GPA and curriculum, and may also be eligible for additional institutional grants and special programs; institutional aid is generally capped at cost of attendance.
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Strategic Detail
UA no longer publishes a separate named grid for an "Out-of-State Merit Award" — nonresident students are automatically considered for the same Merit Scholarship Awards available to all new undergraduates. No separate form, no extra hoops.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Non-Ohio residents with solid college-preparatory backgrounds and strong high school GPAs will find UA's automatic merit review works in their favor — test scores are considered if submitted but are not required. If your student has the grades, UA will notice.
Automatic
Merit Scholarship Awards
📅 Deadline: April 1
✓ Renews (2 GPA, 4 yrs)
Holistic / Status Based
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Stacking & Combining
Merit Scholarship Awards are guaranteed for up to eight consecutive semesters for students who maintain full-time enrollment and a 2.0 GPA. The name on your award letter may change over the years as donor-funded scholarships flow through — but the committed dollar amount stays the same. No surprises.
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Strategic Detail
UA's Merit Scholarship Awards are a variable, four-year commitment tied to GPA and curriculum strength. A specific dollar grid is not published — actual amounts vary by applicant profile. The university has confirmed these awards are renewable through eight semesters as long as students remain full-time and in good academic standing.
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Who Actually Wins
Incoming first-year and transfer students with strong academic records and solid college-preparatory coursework. Awards scale with GPA and curriculum rigor, and test scores may be factored in if submitted. Essentially every admitted student is in the running — UA's merit aid is broad by design.
Automatic⚠ All Undergrad Only
UA Institutional Grants
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (2 GPA, 4 yrs)
🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Institutional grants stack with Merit Scholarship Awards and external aid up to cost of attendance; amounts may adjust if other aid changes.
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Strategic Detail
Listed on UA's scholarship page as variable institutional grants awarded based on FAFSA data. Amounts are not published — they depend on individual financial circumstances. Filing FAFSA promptly using school code 003123 is the only step required.
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Who Actually Wins
Students who file the FAFSA and demonstrate financial need. This is UA's need-based complement to their merit awards — filing FAFSA early maximizes both your federal aid and your shot at these institutional dollars.
Automatic⚠ Transfer Only
Provost's Scholarship for Transfer Students
📅 Deadline: Apply by August 1 for fall semester consideration
✓ Renews (2 GPA, 4 yrs)
$1,000–$5,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🎓 Transfer
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Stacking & Combining
Stackable with other UA scholarships including the Phi Theta Kappa scholarship, Williams Honors College scholarships, and institutional grants, subject to cost of attendance limits. Transfer students at UA can build a strong stacked aid package — the Provost's Scholarship is the foundation layer.
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Strategic Detail
Automatic consideration at the time of transfer admission — students simply need to apply to UA from a regionally accredited school. Renewable for up to eight consecutive semesters (four years) as long as the student maintains full-time enrollment and a 2.0 GPA. Can be stacked with the PTK Scholarship ($2,000/yr) for Phi Theta Kappa members.
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Who Actually Wins
Transfer students from any regionally accredited institution who apply for admission to UA. The award range of $1,000–$5,000 per year scales with academic record — the stronger your college GPA, the higher your award is likely to be. No essay, no application, no extra work.
Automatic
UA Merit Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (2.5 GPA, 4 yrs)
$1,000–$7,500/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.2+ GPA
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Stacking & Combining
Four‑year merit total is guaranteed at the time of admission and can be funded under different named UA scholarships; can be combined with other institutional and external aid up to cost of attendance.
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Strategic Detail
Commonly quoted range is $1,000–$7,500 per year for four years; exact tier cutoffs vary each year based on applicant profile and funding.
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Who Actually Wins
Admitted freshmen with at least about a 3.2 high‑school GPA, with larger awards going to students around a 3.7+ GPA and strong optional ACT/SAT scores.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
*Estimates based on published ranges and prior award data. Exact cutoffs can shift each year depending on applicants and funding.
FAQ
Do I need to apply separately?
No—every admitted student is automatically considered. Just meet the priority deadline.
Does Akron superscore ACT/SAT?
No—Akron does not superscore. Only your best single test date is considered.
Can I stack merit with MSEP?
Yes, some out-of-state students can combine both, though the exact award may be capped so the total does not drop below the in-state rate.
What happens if my GPA drops in college?
You must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and stay enrolled full-time to renew.
Sources:
https://uakron.edu/admissions/undergraduate/cost-scholarships/
https://uakron.edu/financialaid/scholarships/
🏆 Competitive Scholarships
Akron’s university-wide competitive scholarships (open to the entire incoming class, not tied to a specific college/major and not part of Honors) are limited. Most high-value opportunities are either automatic merit, Honors-specific (covered in the Honors section), or department/identity/ROTC awards (covered in Hidden Gems). If the university publishes a new all-student competition, we’ll add it here in the next pass.
This institution does not offer designated Competitive scholarships at this time.
Note: Honors-only awards will appear in the Honors College section. Major-specific, identity-based, ROTC, research, and study-abroad funds will appear in Hidden Gem Scholarships.
FAQ
Does Akron have university-wide competitions like “Trustee/Presidential” that require essays/interviews?
As of this cycle, Akron’s most visible awards for all freshmen are automatic merit. Competitive awards are primarily Honors-only or college/department-specific; we’ll recheck before publishing the final pass.
Can I stack a department/identity/ROTC award with automatic merit?
Often yes, but stacking rules vary by fund. We’ll note caps and exclusions in the Hidden Gems section.
Where should I look for new opportunities?
The University Scholarship portal and departmental pages update throughout the year. We’ll monitor and add any true all-student competitions here.
Sources:
https://uakron.edu/admissions/undergraduate/cost-scholarships/
https://uakron.edu/financialaid/scholarships/
💎 Hidden Gem Scholarships
Beyond automatic merit, Akron students can tap into special scholarships tied to identity, service, ROTC, research, the arts, or academic departments. These awards aren’t always well-publicized, but they can make a real difference for the right student.
Automatic
Innovation Generation Scholarship (IGS)
📅 Deadline: May 1 · 📢 Results: Spring of senior year
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
🏫 3.0+ GPA
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Stacking & Combining
IGS is a last-dollar scholarship — it covers remaining tuition and the general service fee after all other grants, Pell, and UA scholarships are applied. Students may not exceed the combined cost of tuition and the general service fee across all awards. Does not cover course fees, book bundles, engineering infrastructure fees, or room and board.
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Strategic Detail
The IGS is a partnership between Akron Public Schools and UA — students don't apply for it directly. Eligible APS seniors are identified through the admissions process and notified by their school counselor in spring of senior year. The scholarship posts to the student account by mid-summer. IGS students who fall into the 2.80–2.99 GPA range are presumed to want to continue and may remain eligible at UA's discretion; below 2.79 is automatic disqualification. Award covers tuition plus up to $428.40 of the general service fee per semester after all other aid is applied.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Akron Public Schools graduates who've attended APS for four consecutive years and hit either a 3.5 GPA (test-optional) or a 3.0 GPA with college-ready ACT benchmarks (English 18, Math 22, Reading 22). This scholarship quietly covers what's left of tuition after every other award has been applied — for many APS grads, that's a full tuition ride with zero extra paperwork.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Undergraduate Student Leadership Scholarship
📅 Deadline: April 6
✓ Renews
$1,000–$2,500/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Limited number of business leadership awards each year. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Can typically be combined with UA Merit and other college or departmental awards, subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Submit an application through the College of Business or UA Scholarship Portal including an essay and resume documenting leadership and involvement.
Selection criteria: College-level review of leadership impact, academic performance, and engagement.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Award amounts vary by year and applicant pool; CRP table cites a range of about $1,000–$2,500.
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Who Actually Wins
Finance majors or minors, and related business students, who hold leadership roles in student organizations or community groups.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Marching Band Scholarships
📅 Deadline: January–March (School of Music audition timeline).
✓ Renews
👥 ~Dependent on School of Music budget and ensemble needs each year. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Band and ensemble awards stack with academic scholarships and can significantly reduce tuition and fee costs; full-tuition awards are possible for top talent in high-need areas.
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How to Apply
Audition with the School of Music and join the UA Marching Band; complete any required scholarship forms for marching or ensemble-based awards.
Selection criteria: Faculty assessment of musical skill, potential, and reliability in ensembles.
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Strategic Detail
CRP table reflects a range from small stipends around $500 up to full tuition, depending on instrument, ensemble needs, and donor-specified awards.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Talented musicians—both majors and non-majors—who audition successfully and commit to marching band participation.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Choose Ohio First (STEM) Scholarship
📅 Deadline: January 31
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$1,500–$5,200/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.3+ GPA👥 ~Limited by state funding allocations for UA’s Choose Ohio First cohorts. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Intended to supplement other aid for Ohio STEM majors; may stack with institutional merit and need-based aid up to cost of attendance.
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How to Apply
Submit the Choose Ohio First or department-level STEM scholarship application, declaring an eligible STEM major and providing academic information and short essays.
Selection criteria: Evaluation of academic performance, STEM interest, and alignment with program goals.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Award amounts vary by cohort and program; typical ranges for UA STEM cohorts are approximately $1,500–$5,200 per year.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Ohio residents in approved STEM majors (engineering, computing, health, and related fields) who have strong grades and interest in research or workforce engagement.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Departmental Donor Scholarships
📅 Deadline: Generally February–April, varying by department and fund.
✓ Renews
👥 ~Dozens of small to mid-sized awards across colleges each year, determined by donor funds. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Can often be layered on top of UA Merit and other awards, as long as total does not exceed cost of attendance.
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How to Apply
Complete the UA Scholarship Portal general application and any additional departmental applications or forms required by specific colleges and programs.
Selection criteria: Departmental committees evaluate GPA, major-specific performance, and alignment with donor criteria.
✎ Essays💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
Examples include Dr. Charles C. Rogler (Sociology) and Dilley Family Endowed (Economics) scholarships; some departmental awards can reach full tuition, though many are in the $500–$3,000 range.
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Who Actually Wins
Students who show strong academic performance and engagement within their majors and apply directly through their departments or the UA Scholarship Portal.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Diversity & Inclusion Scholarships
📅 Deadline: Typically February–March, depending on individual funds.
✓ Renews
$1,000–$3,000/yr
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Varies by donor fund each year. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Intended to supplement general merit and need-based aid; generally stackable within cost-of-attendance rules.
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How to Apply
Complete the UA Scholarship Portal application and any specific diversity-focused scholarship questions for individual donor-funded awards.
Selection criteria: Committees consider personal statements about identity, leadership, and adversity alongside academic performance.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
CRP aggregates a range of donor-funded diversity-related scholarships with typical awards between $1,000 and $3,000 per year, each with their own detailed criteria.
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Who Actually Wins
First-generation, underrepresented, or underserved students who demonstrate leadership, resilience, or engagement with identity-based communities.
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Driving Opportunity Scholarship
📅 Deadline: April 1
✓ Renews (5 yrs)
Full Tuition
full tuition and fees scholarship
✔ Stackable
⚠ Competitive cohort for first‑gen, low‑income students in specific STEM majors that pays full tuition and fees for up to five years.
👥 ~Limited number of new recipients selected each year. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Covers tuition and fees for up to five years and can be combined with need-based aid; other institutional merit may be adjusted so total gift aid does not exceed cost of attendance.
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How to Apply
Submit an application via the UA Scholarship Portal, including essays and financial information, and participate in Goodyear-sponsored mentoring if selected.
Selection criteria: Holistic review of need, first-generation status, academic promise, and drive for career development.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Structured as a multi-year, full-tuition program with an embedded corporate mentoring component.
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Who Actually Wins
First-generation, socioeconomically disadvantaged first-year students with financial need and strong motivation for career readiness, who also benefit from Goodyear mentorship.
Full TuitionApp Requiredgeographicneed_based
Making Akron Possible (MAP) Grant
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
last-dollar tuition and fees grant
✔ Stackable
⚠ Income‑limited guarantee for local/Ohio students that fills remaining tuition and general‑fee costs after grants and scholarships.
👥 ~Limited by institutional funding allocated to MAP each year. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Acts as a last-dollar grant that fills remaining tuition and fee costs after Pell, state, and institutional aid for eligible local students.
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How to Apply
File the FAFSA and complete the UA Scholarship Portal application; meet county and income eligibility for MAP and enroll as a full-time first-year student.
Selection criteria: Primarily need-based with geographic eligibility; must also meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards to renew.
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Strategic Detail
MAP is targeted at making tuition and mandatory fees fully covered for qualifying local students; students may still owe housing, meals, and personal expenses.
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Who Actually Wins
Low-income first-year students from Summit, Stark, Medina, Portage, Cuyahoga, or Wayne counties who demonstrate financial need and file the FAFSA on time.
Full TuitionApp Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Army & Air Force ROTC Scholarships
📅 Deadline: Varies by ROTC program and national board cycles.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
ROTC tuition scholarship plus stipend
✔ Stackable
👥 ~Set annually by the Army and Air Force for UA’s host and crosstown units. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Can usually be combined with some institutional and outside aid up to cost of attendance, subject to Department of Defense and UA rules.
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How to Apply
Apply through Army ROTC or Air Force ROTC national and campus-based scholarship boards; contract as a cadet and meet ongoing academic, fitness, and service requirements.
Selection criteria: Branch-specific evaluation of academic record, leadership potential, physical fitness, and commitment to service.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
Covers full or partial tuition and fees plus a monthly stipend; some awards may also provide book allowances.
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Who Actually Wins
Students committed to military service who show strong academics, leadership, and physical fitness and are selected by ROTC boards.
Full TuitionApp Required⚠ All Undergrad Onlymajor_specific
Percussion Scholarships
📅 Deadline: January–March (School of Music audition season).
✓ Renews
Full Tuition
percussion performance scholarship
✔ Stackable
⚠ Music/percussion awards with variable amounts. Multiple scholarships available with the Morgan Endowed Scholarship offering full tuition
👥 ~Small number of high-value awards each year, based on endowed fund earnings and studio needs. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
High-value music awards that can reach up to full tuition for outstanding percussion majors; may be combined with academic merit awards.
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How to Apply
Apply and audition as a percussion major for named scholarships such as the Dr. Larry D. Snider and Stanley L. & Eloise M. Morgan Endowed Percussion Scholarships.
Selection criteria: Studio faculty evaluation of technical skill, musicality, and potential for professional-level performance.
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Strategic Detail
CRP table notes that some endowed percussion funds can provide awards up to or near full tuition, especially for top students.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Exceptional percussionists—typically incoming or continuing percussion majors—with outstanding auditions and faculty recommendations.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Study Abroad & International Education Grants
📅 Deadline: Varies by term and program; usually several months before departure.
Non-Renewable
👥 ~Limited by international and institutional funding in a given year. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Designed to offset program fees, housing, or travel; stackable with institutional merit and federal aid as long as total does not exceed the specific study abroad cost of attendance.
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How to Apply
Apply through UA’s Education Abroad Office or scholarship portal after being accepted into an approved study abroad or exchange program.
Selection criteria: Review of academic preparation, alignment of program with student goals, and quality of written application.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
CRP table cites typical award ranges of $500–$2,000 per term for qualified study abroad students.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Undergraduates who plan international experiences, maintain good academic standing, and submit compelling statements of purpose.
App Required
Summer Leadership Academy Award
📅 Deadline: Spring (varies by program cycle)
Non-Renewable
👥 ~Limited to students selected into and completing the Summer Leadership Academy. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
One-time award applied to first-year costs; can be combined with UE merit and other aid.
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How to Apply
Apply to and complete the UA Summer Leadership Academy program; eligible participants are then considered for the associated scholarship for their first year.
Selection criteria: Program selection based on leadership potential and first-generation status; scholarship tied to successful completion of the academy.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Typical maximum award is around $2,500 for the first year only.
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Who Actually Wins
First-generation students from Northeast Ohio who successfully participate in the Summer Leadership Academy and demonstrate leadership potential.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
*Award ranges and GPA bands are estimates where the university lists “varies.” Criteria and deadlines change each year; check the UA portal and departmental sites for the latest info.
FAQ
Do ROTC scholarships cover full tuition?
Yes, most ROTC awards cover full tuition plus a monthly stipend—but students must commit to military service after graduation.
What is Choose Ohio First?
A state-funded STEM initiative that provides scholarships and research opportunities to keep talented students in Ohio’s workforce.
Are study abroad or marching band awards stackable with other aid?
Yes, in most cases. They offset program fees, housing, or travel but don’t replace automatic merit scholarships.
How do I apply for donor or diversity scholarships?
Most are listed in the UA Scholarship Portal, where you complete a general application and are matched to eligible awards.
🎖️ Honors College
The Dr. Gary B. and Pamela S. Williams Honors College at the University of Akron gives motivated students the chance to dive deeper into their education. Admission is selective, with priority given to strong GPAs, rigorous coursework, and students who submit early. Being part of the Honors College is more than academics—it’s about mentorship, research, and a close-knit community inside a large public university.
What a Typical Akron Honors Student Looks Like:
High school GPA of 3.6+, strong college prep/IB/AP classes, leadership in activities, and a commitment to service. ACT/SAT scores are optional, but successful admits often score 27+ ACT / 1280+ SAT.*
Perks that Matter:
Priority registration • Honors housing • Small, discussion-based seminars • Faculty mentorship & research funding • Dedicated advising • Senior Honors Project/Thesis
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Williams Honors College Scholarships
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (3.3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$1,500–$2,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.6+ GPA✎ ~27 ACT✎ ~1280 SAT🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Honors scholarships stack on top of UA Merit Awards and other institutional aid, subject to cost of attendance limits. This is genuinely additive funding — your student's merit scholarship doesn't shrink when they join the Honors College.
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How to Apply
Apply to UA for admission, then complete the Williams Honors College application. Every admitted WHC student is automatically awarded an Honors Scholarship on top of any UA merit aid — no additional scholarship form required. Apply by Feb 1 to be considered for the prestigious Buckingham/Orr and Hower Taber scholarships; apply by Apr 1 for general Honors scholarship consideration.
Selection criteria: Holistic review based on four components — minimum 3.6 GPA, written essay, extracurricular involvement, and ACT or SAT score. All admitted students receive the base Honors Scholarship; strongest applicants are considered for the prestigious named awards.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Awards range $1,500–$2,000 per year. Renewal GPA thresholds are tiered — students must maintain a 3.25 after year one, 3.30 after year two, and 3.40 after year three onward. No reapplication needed for renewal as long as GPA thresholds are met. The Feb 1 priority deadline is specifically for prestigious scholarship consideration (Buckingham/Orr and Hower Taber); the standard Apr 1 deadline covers general Honors admission and scholarship consideration.
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Who Actually Wins
Every student admitted to the Williams Honors College receives an Honors Scholarship — it's not a competition among admitted students, it's a benefit of admission. Freshmen with a 3.6+ GPA, strong test scores (27 ACT / 1280 SAT), and evidence of intellectual curiosity and involvement are the typical admits. Transfer students under 64 credit hours with a 3.6+ college GPA are also eligible and reviewed case by case.
Full RideAutomatic
Lisle M. Buckingham/Owen O. & Della M. Orr Honors Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 · 📢 Results: Mid-January (interview invitations sent to finalists)
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Ride
full-ride honors scholarship
✘ Not stackable
👥 ~Approximately 6 per entering class winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Covers tuition, fees, and room and board for up to eight semesters — essentially a complete full-ride package. Because it's comprehensive, it typically replaces other institutional merit awards, though the Honors College manages final award composition at their discretion.
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Strategic Detail
Originally established in 1982; now supported by two funds — the Lisle M. Buckingham Memorial Endowment (funded by a $1M GAR Foundation gift in 1993) and a bequest of more than $5 million from Della M. Orr in 2005. More than 150 students have received this award since inception. Covers tuition, fees, and room and board for up to four academic years (eight semesters). About six new awards are made each year.
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Who Actually Wins
UA's most prestigious undergraduate scholarship, awarded to roughly six incoming freshmen per year out of the entire WHC applicant pool. Recipients are exceptionally well-rounded — strong academic records, high test scores, and meaningful leadership or service — but the selection is holistic, not formula-driven. If your student is in the top tier of their class and genuinely passionate about something beyond grades, it's worth applying by Feb 1 just to stay in the running.
Full TuitionAutomatic
Jean Hower Taber Prestigious Honors Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1 · 📢 Results: Mid-January (interview invitations sent to finalists)
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
prestigious honors scholarship
✘ Not stackable
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
Covers tuition and general fees for up to eight semesters; room and board may be included depending on fund availability in a given year. One of UA's top two prestigious Honors awards alongside the Buckingham/Orr.
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Strategic Detail
Provides tuition and general fees for up to eight semesters; room and board may also be included depending on the year. Like the Buckingham/Orr, no separate application is required — consideration is automatic for all WHC applicants who apply by Feb 1 and are invited to interview. Award amount varies by year based on fund performance.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Top-tier incoming WHC applicants who go through the mid-January interview process. The Hower Taber is the second of UA's two prestigious Honors scholarships — awarded to outstanding freshmen who bring the full package of academic achievement, leadership, and character. If your student is being considered for Buckingham/Orr, they're likely being considered for this one too.
App Required⚠ Upperclassmen Only
Honors Project/Research Funding
📅 Deadline: Rolling; consult the Honors College Dean's office each academic year
Non-Renewable
🏫 3.3+ GPA👥 ~Total pool approximately $9,000 per academic year; anticipated ~$300 per project winners/yr🎓 Upperclassmen
✚
Stacking & Combining
One-time grant to offset direct research expenses — covers supplies, travel, or limited project costs. Can be layered with departmental or external research funding up to project cost.
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How to Apply
Upper-division Honors students submit a project proposal and budget through the Williams Honors College, with endorsement from a faculty sponsor. All students with unfunded research expenses are encouraged to apply.
Selection criteria: Committee evaluation of project quality, feasibility, alignment with Honors learning outcomes, and faculty sponsor support.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Grants are awarded to offset direct expenses tied to the Honors Research Project — supplies, travel, or related costs. Anticipated award around $300 per project; total annual pool is approximately $9,000. Only one grant per project even if multiple Honors students are involved. Department/college cost-sharing is strongly encouraged. Current UA students ineligible for new awards outside their active HRP.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Juniors and seniors in the Williams Honors College who are actively completing their Honors Research Project with a faculty sponsor. These grants are specifically designed to remove the financial barrier from doing serious undergraduate research — if your student has a real project and a faculty mentor behind them, the bar to receive support is accessible.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Williams Honors Travel/Study Abroad Grants
📅 Deadline: Contact the Honors College Dean's office for current cycle deadlines
Non-Renewable
🏫 3.3+ GPA👥 ~Varies annually based on available donor fund income winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
✚
Stacking & Combining
One-time support that stacks with UA merit aid, need-based aid, and external study abroad scholarships up to the cost of the program.
📄
How to Apply
Current WHC students submit an application describing their planned international experience, budget, and academic objectives through the Honors College Dean's office. The Jacobson Fund specifically supports women in engineering — eligible students should mention that focus in their application.
Selection criteria: Honors review considering academic merit, relevance of travel to the student's goals, quality of proposal, and available fund balance.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Two named funds exist under this umbrella — the Drs. Gary and Pamela Williams Study Abroad Grant (open to all WHC students) and the Jacobson Study Abroad for Women in Engineering Scholarship (restricted to women in engineering). Both are administered through the Honors College Dean's office. Award amounts vary by year based on fund performance; prior records noted a typical range of $500–$2,000 but this is not confirmed on the current live page.
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Who Actually Wins
Honors students with well-defined study abroad plans backed by clear academic or professional goals and faculty support. The Jacobson Fund is specifically for women in engineering — a genuinely underused award for that population.
App Required⚠ Senior Only
Hunter Award (Graduating Senior)
📅 Deadline: April 1
Non-Renewable
🏫 3.5+ GPA👥 ~One recipient per graduating class winners/yr🎓 Senior
✚
Stacking & Combining
One-time recognition award for graduating seniors; any accompanying stipend supplements prior aid in the final term only.
📄
How to Apply
Students or faculty submit nominations for graduating Honors seniors through the Williams Honors College; nominees may provide supporting statements and letters of recommendation.
Selection criteria: Honors leadership committee assesses cumulative impact, leadership trajectory, and service contributions among nominated graduating seniors.
✎ Essays💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
Presented annually to a single graduating Williams Honors College senior who demonstrates extraordinary leadership, commitment, and service to humankind. A modest cash stipend may accompany the award but the amount is not publicly disclosed and can vary year to year. The 2025 recipient was Cassidy Kuhar (Psychology).
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: One outstanding Honors senior per graduating class — recognized for extraordinary leadership, service, and impact on the Honors community and broader campus. This is a capstone honor, not a financial windfall, but it's a meaningful distinction that stands out on a resume and graduate school application.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
*Estimates based on prior student profiles and published Honors data. Exact GPA/test expectations may shift depending on applicant pool.
FAQ
Is Honors admission automatic with a high GPA?
No. Students must submit a separate Honors application and often an essay; admission is competitive.
Does joining Honors add time to my degree?
No—courses integrate into your major. The only extra requirement is a senior project/thesis.
When should I apply?
By the priority deadline (December 1) for the best shot at scholarships and housing.
Are there extra costs for being in Honors?
No. Honors perks (housing, seminars, advising) are included, and many students receive extra funding.
⭐ College Specialties
The University of Akron is best known for its real-world innovation and industry-centered excellence. As a research university—classified as an R1 institution—Akron stands out especially in materials and polymer science, while also offering top-tier professional and creative programs that open doors across fields.
Flagship Program: Polymer Science & Plastics Engineering — #1 in the world according to EduRank, and consistently ranked #1 in North America. The University of Akron hosts one of the largest concentrations of polymer R&D and patent generation — plus UA is officially classified as an R1 research university.
(Source: UA News, EduRank, Carnegie R1 Classification)
- Part-time MBA (College of Business): Ranked among the top part-time MBA programs in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report, 2025 rankings) .
- School of Law – IP Law specialization: One of only two LL.M. programs in Intellectual Property in Ohio; historically ranked among top programs nationally.
- Industrial & Occupational Psychology, Nursing, Counseling: The university has received national recognition for high-quality programs in psychology, nursing, and counseling.
- Corrosion Engineering: UA is the only university in the nation offering a bachelor’s degree in corrosion engineering .
- Archives of the History of American Psychology: An affiliate of the Smithsonian—unique among universities}.
- NEOMFA (Consortium MFA in Creative Writing): A regional creative writing graduate program shared with CSU, Kent State, and YSU, with competitive graduate funding and distinguished visiting writers.
- Value Ranking (Ohio): UA ranked in the top 10 Ohio colleges for value (SmartAsset, 2025).
Final Thoughts
Paying for college doesn’t have to feel impossible. At the University of Akron, families can mix automatic merit, local need-based grants, hidden gems like ROTC or band awards, and Honors perks to bring the sticker price way down. Whether your student is a first-gen achiever, a future engineer, or a marching band standout, Akron has options to match. The key is applying early, keeping grades strong, and stacking awards wisely—so you can focus less on the bill and more on helping your student thrive.
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