UWM Retirees Association Scholarship

Intended to encourage degree completion and reduce loan debt for academically successful and engaged students with junior or senior standing in the upcoming fall term. Minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA, full-time enrollment and demonstrated financial need. The scholarship may be renewed for a second year if eligibility criteria continue to be met and funding is available.

Award
$2,500 - $3,000 (renewable)
Anticipated Total

Anticipated total amount over the full term of this award.

$6,000.00

Schools, Colleges, Departments, and Areas
Need-Based Scholarships, University-Wide Scholarships, UWM Foundation Scholarships
Deadline
02/01/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Indicate your expected UWM graduation date (month and year).
  2. If applicable, describe in more detail any co-curricular activity you have been involved in while attending UWM that has been meaningful for you or has enhanced your overall experience as a student (seminars, research, apprenticeships, internships, presentations, publications, volunteer and/or leadership opportunities, etc.). Include the dates and/or number of hours, and the name of your faculty mentor, partner organization, etc. Discuss the significance of the activity. You may touch on why you chose to participate and the impact on your current or future academic endeavors and professional goals.
  3. What more do you plan to accomplish as a UWM student before you complete your undergraduate degree? If you will be pursuing a minor and/or certificate program alongside your academic major, please list these here and indicate how these choices will help you reach your future goals.
  4. Suggested Letter of Recommendation: Provide the name and email address of an individual who will provide a letter of recommendation on your behalf for this scholarship opportunity. (This person should not be related to you).