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University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Alumni Association Scholarships
Eligibility

The Alumni Forever Scholarship will be awarded to nine recipients in the amount of $2,500 to be used for tuition only.

The Trojan Collegiate License Plate Scholarship will be awarded to three recipients in the amount of $2,500 to be used for tuition only.

Who is eligible for these Scholarships?

  • Rising seniors, on track to graduate in one or two semesters.
  • A least a GPA of 2.75 for all hours earned at UALR.
  • Must have earned their last 30 hours at UALR.
  • Financial need will be strongly considered.
  • Have no or minimal scholarship aid.

Alumni Association Book Awards (4 awards of $500 each)

  • Non-recipients of the Alumni Forever (3 awards) and the Trojan Collegiate (1 award).
  • Will be awarded in order of scores.

The Bailey Family Leadership Scholarship is a $2,500 award covering any educational related expenses.

  • Sophomores, juniors, or seniors who have demonstrated leadership on campus and in the community.
  • Academic accomplishment will be strongly considered.
  • Financial need will be strongly considered.

The E. Grainger and Frances B. Williams Endowed Scholarship ($750)

  • A full or part-time student in the College of Business.
  • Preference will be given to “middle of the road” sophomore and junior level students with a 2.25 -2.5 GPA or higher.
  • Financial need will be strongly considered over academic accomplishment.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Alumni Association Scholarships
Requirements

Following are application requirements for The Alumni Forever and The Trojan Collegiate Scholarships:

  1. An essay explaining how you plan to use your UALR degree, maximum 1,000 word count.
  2. A separate statement explaining your financial need.
  3. A recommendation letter from a UALR professor or staff member.
  4. A recommendation letter from a person familiar with your character (no family members please).
  5. A list of specific courses needed to complete your degree.

Following are requirements for The Bailey Family Scholarship:

  1. A maximum 1,000 word essay that addresses how you
    have demonstrated your leadership skills on campus and in
    the community.
  2. A separate statement explaining your financial need.
  3. A recommendation letter from a UALR professor or staff member.
  4. A recommendation letter from a person familiar with your
    character (no family members please).
  5. A list of specific courses needed to complete your degree, by fall and spring semesters.

Following are Requirements for The E. Grainger and Frances B. Williams Endowed Scholarship:

  1. An essay outlining how you plan to use your UALR degree. Maximum 1,000 word count.
  2. A recommendation letter from a UALR professor or staff member.
  3. Recipients shall write a letter of appreciation to the Donors,serving as their official notice of acceptance.
  4. A separate statement explaining your financial need.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Alumni Association Scholarships
General Instructions

  1. A separate application must be submitted for each of the following: (a)  The Alumni Forever or Trojan Collegiate Scholarships; (b)  The Bailey Family Leadership Scholarship; (c)  The E. Grainger and Frances B. Williams Endowed Scholarship.
  2. Your application, and supporting items must be typed, and double spaced.
  3. Gather your recommendation letters early.  Give your professors and character references sufficient time to write about your character, integrity, persistence, and     self-discipline.
  4. Submit your recommendation letters in a sealed envelope with you application.
  5. Proof read your application and essays.
  6. Be sure to SIGN YOUR APPLICATION.  If not signed, it will not be considered.

FAQs

  1. When will my application be reviewed?  A panel of alumni will review applications during the 2012 Spring Semester.
  2. Will I be asked to partcipate in an interview*?  Yes.  If you are a finalist for a Alumni Forever scholarship*, you will receive a phone call to schedule an interview with  a panel of alumni.
  3. How will I be notified of my application status?  
Letters will be mailed to recipients and those not chosen by June 15, 2012.
  4. When will scholarships be awarded?
  Funding is applied to a recipient’s account on the eleventh day of class for Fall and Spring semesters.
  5. Are Alumni Association Scholarships available to undergraduates only?  
Yes.  Although, the UALR Alumni Association welcomes donations to help establish   scholarships for UALR Grad Students.  Please call Christian O’Neal (501) 569-3142 for more information.

The deadline for application for the 2012-2013 year has already passed. Please check back next spring!

Updated 3.28.2012