PRIVATELY FUNDED

2020-2021SCHOLARSHIPS

TABLE OF CONTENTSFOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS 4

ALUMNI ASSOCATION SCHOLARSHIPS 13

COLLEGE, DEPARTMENT & PROGRAM SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

College of Business 16

College of Education 21

College of Fine Arts & Communication 25

College of Health & Behavioral Sciences 28

Norbert O. Schedler Honors College 32

International Engagement 32

College of Liberal Arts 33

College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics 35

SPECIAL INTEREST SCHOLARSHIPS

UCA Staff & Dependent Scholarships 38

Veteran Services 39

Other Special Interest Scholarships 39

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FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPSTo apply for Foundation and Alumni Association scholarships, visit uca.edu/go/foundation-scholarships. Applications are available January 6, 2020; deadline to apply is March 13, 2020. For questions and additional information, contact foundation@uca.edu or (501) 450-3650.

KENNETH W. ABRAMS/PAUL W. KIMBROUGH ENDOWMENTFor full-time African-American students majoring in political science or business with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

ALG (ARKLA/CENTERPOINT) SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who are children of present or former Arkansas Louisiana Gas (Arkla/CenterPoint) employees. Selection based on academic record and financial need. Requires a high school GPA of 3.0 or college GPA of 2.5 or above.

D. RICHARD ARNOLD/CONWAY CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who graduated from a high school in the city of Conway (Arkansas) or, if home schooled, resided in the service area of Conway Corporation at the time of graduation and have an ACT of 21 or above and high school GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need. Children of Conway Corporation Board of Directors are ineligible for consideration.

DR. BOB AND JANIS PURTLE BANISTER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in music or science. Selection shall be based on financial need and academic performance.

CURTIS AND KAREN BARNETT ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor first-generation students who have completed 30 hours or more by the end of their freshman year. Preference shall be given to students who have graduated from a high school in Pulaski County (Arkansas) and financial need.

CHARLES AND NADINE BAUM SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen, transfer, or non-traditional students who demonstrate financial need. Entering freshmen criteria: GPA of 2.75 or above and ACT score of 21-23 (24 or above if not receiving a UCA academic scholarship). Transfer student criteria: satisfactory completion of 30 hours or more from another institution and GPA of 3.0 or above. Non-traditional student (age 25 or above) criteria: satisfactory completion of 12 hours or more and GPA of 3.0 or above.

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BAXLEY FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPFor UCA freshman students who will complete 30 hours by the end of their freshman year. Student shall demonstrate financial need and good character with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Student must be a resident of Arkansas and have graduated from an Arkansas high school. Student must be ineligible for Federal Aid and rely upon student loans and/or family for financial assistance.

ELIZABETH BAILEY BENTON SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students majoring in mathematics or natural sciences with a GPA of 3.0 or above. First preference given to active members (two year minimum) of Conway First Presbyterian Church.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who are, or have been, active participants in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas program and who are in good academic standing. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

HERBY BRANSCUM, JR. SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students from Arkansas with preference given to first-generation college students from Perry or Stone County. Selection based on a high school GPA of 2.5 or above, with preference given to entering freshmen and students receiving no other scholarships.

BURDICK/MCALISTER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in geography or business who are U. S. citizens and demonstrate financial need. Selection based on ACT of 24 or above and GPA of 2.75 or above.

TOM BURNETT LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection based on leadership and academic performance. Consideration may be given to financial need.

GLADYS CHASEY LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen with leadership skills and a high school GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

CONQUE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.5 or above and who demonstrate financial need. First preference shall be given to business majors.

CONWAY CANCER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. First preference given to students who have been a patient or who have a family member treated by Conway Hematology Oncology. Second preference given to students pursuing a degree within the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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ELIZABETH WIGGS CARTER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students with a GPA of 2.5 or above. First preference shall be given to descendants of Elizabeth Wiggs Carter. Consideration may be given to financial need.

WILL COUNTS JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in journalism who have completed 60 hours or more with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

MELISSA A. COURTWAY SCHOLARSHIPFor students who are single parents with a GPA of 2.5 or above. If no such eligible student is found, then this scholarship may be awarded to a non-traditional student. Consideration may be given to financial need.

TOM COURTWAY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor students attending UCA. Selection based on UCA Foundation Scholarship Committee criteria, to be determined annually.

CROW/WHITE EDUCATION AWARDFor full-time undergraduate students with a high school GPA of 2.0 or above or a college GPA of 2.5 or above; financial need may be considered. First preference shall be given to descendants of the John D. and Flora Boyd Crow family or the William C. and Mary Seay White family. Second preference shall be given to students who reside in Phillips or Faulkner County (Arkansas).

MARSHALL DEAN DAVIS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time freshmen students who are graduates of Booneville (Arkansas) High School pursuing a degree in English, history or journalism. Preference shall be given to students with financial need.

JAMES R. AND ELIZABETH STOUT DAILEY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who demonstrate financial need with a GPA of 2.5 or above. First preference given to students who plan to major in education and teach.

G. A. AND JEAN DAVIDSON SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who are U. S. citizens born in Arkansas with an ACT of 26 or above and a high school GPA of 3.0 or above. First preference given to entering freshmen from Jacksonville High School who plan to major in early childhood education or business education and teach. Leadership and participation activities shall also be considered.

FRANKLIN L. DICKEY SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENTFor full-time undergraduate or graduate students who are U. S. citizens with a declared major in mathematics or science. Students must have completed 30 hours or more prior to applying, demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above.

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DIXIE BAND CAMP SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who are members of the UCA band and have attended the Dixie Band Camp. Preference may be given to music majors. Consideration may be given to financial need.

GRAYDON AND BONNIE BEARDEN DODSON SCHOLARSHIP For sophomore, junior or senior students who demonstrate strong financial need and are in good academic standing. Recipient shall be a student who has completed the requirements from an Arkansas high school or if home schooled is a resident of Arkansas.

DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need and academic performance.

JIMMY AND CLEDA DRIFTWOOD SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who demonstrate financial need. Preference (in descending order) given to the following majors: music, poetry or history.

FAYDEAN DUNEVANT SCHOLARSHIP For full-time female African-American students who are residents of Faulkner County (Arkansas) and majoring within the College of Fine Arts and Communication. The recipient shall be an active member of their church with preference given to a student involved in the church’s music program. Selection shall be based on financial need and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

BILL AND BENEVA FARRIS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen from Faulkner County (Arkansas) with a high school GPA of 2.75 or above who manifest academic seriousness and discipline; demonstrate sound moral character and personal maturity. Consideration may be given to financial need.

H. M. FIRESTONE & FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need and academic performance.

JOHN M. AND BOBBIE GARNER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with preference given to Wynne High School, Cross County High School or a high school in one of these Arkansas counties: Cross, Greene, Poinsett, St. Francis, or Woodruff. Selection based on ACT of 24 or above and a high school GPA of 3.0 or above, with preference given to entering freshmen and students receiving no other UCA funded scholarships.

ARCH FORD ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time rising sophomore students who are in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Students must have graduated from an Arkansas high school and be PELL grant eligible. Preference shall be given to first generation college students.

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DONIS W. FORD MEMORIAL BOOK SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior African-American students majoring in English, African-American Studies or Writing with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

FOUNDATION GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need and academic performance.

ROBERT W. “BOB” GATES SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students currently employed within the University of Central Arkansas Public Safety and/or working as an Emergency Medical Technician in Faulkner County (Arkansas). Must be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need. For more information, contact (501) 450-3111.

BETTY SUE COWGER GEORGE SCHOLARSHIPFor students from Yell County (Arkansas). First preference given to music majors. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

DR. WILLIE HARDIN SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students who are Arkansas residents with first preference given to African-American students. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

H. B. HARDY, JR. SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who have completed 60 or more hours with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Student must be a member in good standing of the Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity and have demonstrated leadership to the fraternity and the university. Preference may be given to financial need.

JUDGE W. M. HARPER AND SARAH “SALLY” REYNOLDS HARPER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need and academic performance.

HARVEY/MITCHELL-FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a high school or college GPA of 3.0 or above. Selection based on academic performance, financial need, and being active in worship and work of a Christian congregation. Preference shall be given to qualifying applicants who are members of the First Presbyterian Church of Conway.

VIRGINIA LOVELL HIGHTOWER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection based on financial need and academic performance.

JIM AND KAY HINKLE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students from a Stone County (Arkansas) high school. Selection based on ACT of 24 or above and GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

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ANGELA FRENCH HOFFMANS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor students in good academic standing majoring in education at UCA and who graduated from Bryant (Arkansas) High School.

HOLLOWAY/HICKS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen with first preference given to African-American students from Monroe County (Arkansas). Second preference given to Arkansas African-American students. Selection based on high school GPA of 2.5 or above and financial need.

ROSAMOND HUGHES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who plan to major in education and teach. Selection shall be based on financial need and GPA of 2.5 or above.

CARROLL D. JONES SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Selection based on financial need and academic performance.

ALLEN AND MARYLOU KILGORE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time rising sophomore students in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference shall be given to students who have lost one or both parents, PELL grant eligible and have minimal academic support.

DON KING/SIGMA TAU GAMMA SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students who have completed 60 or more hours with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Student must be a member in good standing of the Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity and have demonstrated leadership to the fraternity and the university. Preference may be given to financial need.

JOHN AND REBECCA LUSK SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students from Union County (Arkansas) with an ACT of 24 or above and high school GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

AARON B. MACKEY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time African-American students who have been accepted into the athletic or communication program at UCA. Requires a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above and ACT of 18 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

JOSEPH NORMAN MANLEY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time African-American students with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

CAROLYN MANN SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen who are graduates of a high school in Lonoke County (Arkansas) in good academic standing. Preference shall be given to graduates from Carlisle High School. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

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CAROLYN MANN ENDOWED MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen who are Arkansas residents and in good academic standing. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

CAROLYN MANN “EAST” INITIATIVE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen with first preference given to Arkansas residents who participated in a high school EAST Initiative program and who exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit. Consideration shall be given to financial need. A letter of recommendation from your EAST facilitator is required.

ROBERT M. MCLAUCHLIN GRADUATE EDUCATION MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who are U. S. citizens and enrolled in a graduate program at UCA. Preference shall be given to Arkansas residents. Selection based on academic performance, financial need, school and community involvement.

XZIN MCNEAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students enrolled in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Selection based on financial need and GPA of 2.5 or above.

MEMORIAL ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection may be based on financial need and academic performance.

BILL AND JOYCE MILLER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with preference given to students who have been a member of the Boys and Girls Club of their respective community. Second preference given to students pursuing a degree in the College of Liberal Arts. Requires an ACT of 24 or above and a high school cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

HOWARD R. AND EMILY MONTGOMERY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen who are graduates of Arkansas High School in Texarkana (Arkansas). Preference shall be given to students from Arkansas High School. Second preference shall be given to any high school student from Texarkana (Arkansas). Selection based on ACT of 24 or above and high school GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

PAUL MOORE SCHOLARSHIPFor entering freshmen or non-traditional students with a GPA of 2.5 or above. First preference shall be given to full-time entering freshmen students and second preference shall be given to non-traditional students who are registered for a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

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ROBIN NIX SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who are members of the UCA tennis team or band. Consideration may be given to financial need.

MISS EUGENIA M. OLIVER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior female students under the age of 23 with 60 hours or more completed at UCA. Preference given to St. Francis County (Arkansas) graduates. Selection shall be based on financial need, potential and academic performance.

W. E. AND IRENE K. PENNINGTON SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection may be based on financial need and academic performance.

FRED AND LILLIAN PETRUCELLI SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in writing, journalism or theatre with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need, potential and academic performance.

PHI LAMBDA CHI/CASEY KECK SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference given to Phi Lambda Chi members. Selection based on academic performance, student activities and financial need.

DELMA JO PRINCE SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students who are U. S. citizens with a high school GPA of 3.3 or above and in the top 15% of his/her graduating class. Financial need shall be considered.

MARIE AND WALTER SCHAFFHAUSER SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students who are graduates of a Phillips County (Arkansas) high school. First preference given to graduates of Marvel Academy.

JAMES W. AND PEGGY SCHNEIDER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection may be based on financial need and academic performance.

PAM SNIDER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time female, junior, senior or graduate students with financial need and a GPA of 2.5 or above. First preference shall be given to students of American Indian descent. Second preference shall be given to students majoring in elementary education and third preference given to students majoring in psychology or counseling.

JAMES TAYLOR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor students who demonstrate financial need with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need and academic performance.

TEMPLETON SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

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JOHN AND BETTY WARD SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in journalism. Requires completion of 60 hours or more and cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need, potential and academic performance.

UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S BOOK SCHOLARSHIPFor non-traditional female students in a degree program. Consideration may be given to financial need.

MAURICE WEBB ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students majoring in history or education who have completed 30 hours or more with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

EUGENE AND HAZEL WEIR EDUCATIONAL TRUSTFor full-time students with preference given to Pope County (Arkansas) graduates. Selection shall be based on financial need.

FARRIS W. AND ANN BRANDON WOMACK SCHOLARSHIPFor Arkansas residents from one of the following counties: Calhoun, Cleburne or Dallas. Requires ACT of 24 or above and high school GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPSFor more information, contact (501) 450-3130 or (501) 450-3377.

HANK ADAMS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students in good academic standing, with a declared major, who are U. S. citizens. Must be a resident of Arkansas or be the child/grandchild of a former student completing 60 or more hours at UCA or a graduate of UCA. Preference is given to students who do not qualify for or receive other academic scholarships or grants and demonstrate financial need.

AFRICAN-AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time African-American first-year students who graduated from a high school in Ashley, Drew, Union, Desha, Phillips, Chicot, St. Francis, or Jefferson County (Arkansas), have an ACT of 21 or above and a high school GPA of 3.25 or above. Proof of financial need and a 200-300 word essay explaining the impact the recipient will have on African-American culture at UCA are required.

MARVIN BISHOP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who have completed 30 or more hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above, and who are residents of the state of Arkansas. Preference is given to Cherokee descendants. Consideration may be given to financial need.

HARVEY A. BUFFALO SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students with 12 hours or more completed at UCA and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration will be given to applicants with 24 or more hours completed at UCA. Applicant must demonstrate dependence upon their own efforts, in whole or in part, to fund their education.

KATHY CARROLL GENERAL ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students with 60 or more hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be given toward a child or grandchild of a graduate of UCA, financial need, and demonstrated leadership and service at UCA.

DAVID AND LAURA GRIMES SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen and current UCA students who are graduates of Conway or Springdale Public Schools with a high school GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference is given to descendants of David and Laura Grimes and their siblings. Consideration may be given to financial need.

B. A. LEWIS GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who have been accepted into graduate school or who have completed 6 or more graduate hours at UCA with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above.

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GREGORY HUNT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPFor undergraduate students who have competed 30 or more hours with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Preference given to African-American males from Lonoke, Arkansas. Consideration may be given to financial need.

DOROTHY M. LONG SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who are majoring in mathematics or within the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics who have completed 60 or more hours with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

MELISSA METHENY SCHOLARSHIPFor undergraduate students majoring in business, music, nursing or education who are from Faulkner County (Arkansas) with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above. Preference given to relatives of the Melissa Metheny family.

H. L. MINTON SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who have completed 60 or more hours at UCA. Must be a resident of Arkansas or be the child/grandchild of a former student completing 60 or more hours at UCA or a graduate of UCA.

JAN A. NEWCOMER AFA ENDOWMENTFor undergraduate students who are current members of the Association of Future Alumni (AFA) and are in good academic standing. Consideration may be given to financial need.

JOHN C. ROHWEDER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who have completed 30 or more hours with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above. Preference is given to non-traditional students, students majoring in writing, or students pursuing a degree within the College of Fine Arts and Communication. Consideration may be given to financial need.

SILAS AND MARY SNOW SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who have completed 60 or more hours at UCA, with a declared major, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or above. A 250-300 word essay explaining the recipient’s choice of major is required.

SULLARDS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who have completed 60 or more hours with at least 30 hours completed in the College of Education at UCA, have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above, and is a child or grandchild of a graduate of UCA. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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UCA LICENSE PLATE PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students or full or part-time graduate students. Consideration may be given to financial need, academic performance, demonstrated leadership at UCA, and graduates of UCA who are pursuing a graduate degree at UCA.

DR. JOE AND CHARLENE WALTHALL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students who are pursuing a degree in special education or early childhood education, have completed 60 or more hours, and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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COLLEGE, DEPARTMENT & PROGRAM SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPSSee below for application criteria.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESSFor more information, visit uca.edu/business/cobscholarships.

ACCOUNTINGFor more information, contact (501) 450-3108.

BKD, LLP ACCOUNTING EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time Master of Accountancy students with a GPA of 3.0 or above in the program with no grades below a B.

FROST, PLLC SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time Master of Accountancy students with a GPA of 3.2 or above in the program with no grades below a B. Recipient shall be a U. S. citizen.

HOGAN TAYLOR, LLP SCHOLARSHIPFor junior or senior students majoring in accounting who plan to become a CPA. Requires completion of 12 or more hours of accounting courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and a GPA of 3.2 or above in accounting.

HUDSON, CISNE & COMPANY LLP SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior students pursing a degree in accounting with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Recipient shall be a U. S. citizen.

LANDMARK PLC/BLAKE PAYNE MEMORIAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students pursuing a degree in accounting with a GPA of 3.2 or above. Recipient shall be a U. S. citizen.

J. LAVON MORTON & BRENDA YELVINGTON SCHOLARSHIPFor students majoring in accounting that are in good academic standing. Consideration may be given to financial need.

FRED AND LOUISE MALPICA SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students majoring in accounting who plan to become a CPA. Requires a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above.

DONNA S. STEPHENS ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students in the College of Business who are majoring in accounting and showing progress towards a degree. Recipient shall be from Faulkner County (Arkansas) and must be in good academic standing.

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STEPHENS BELL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students pursuing a Master of Accountancy and showing progress towards a degree in the College of Business. Students must provide a personal statement.

FINANCEFor more information, contact (501) 450-3109.

CENTENNIAL BANK ENDOWED FINANCE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time rising junior or senior students majoring or minoring in finance with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Recipient shall have a minimum of 24 hours left to complete degree. Preference shall be given to students who are residents of Arkansas with first preference given to Faulkner County residents.

FIRST ARKANSAS BANK AND TRUST SCHOLARSHIPFor junior or senior students with a declared major in finance and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Recipient shall have a minimum of 30 hours of coursework remaining for graduation.

JENNIFER J. WESTPFAHL WOMEN IN FINANCE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior female students with a declared major in finance and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Recipient shall have a minimum of 24 hours left to complete degree. Preference shall be given to students who are not receiving any other financial assistance through UCA.

INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENTFor more information, contact (501) 852-2360.

ARKANSAS INSURANCE HALL OF FAME SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in insurance and risk management with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above.

BRUMBELOW INSURANCE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who have been accepted into the Insurance/Business program at UCA. Requires an ACT of 18 or above and a high school GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

COB INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in insurance and risk management with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

WILLIAM AND SUSAN FARRIS INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students with a declared major in insurance and risk management and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Recipient shall be a U. S. citizen, with preference given to residents of Faulkner County (Arkansas) and contiguous counties. Preference given to students who are not receiving other financial assistance through UCA via academically or privately funded scholarships.

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STEPHEN L. STRANGE, SR. EXCELLENCE IN INSURANCE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students accepted into the Insurance/Business program at UCA with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENTFor more information, contact (501) 450-3149.

BRUCE OAKLEY INC. EXCELLENCE IN LOGISTICS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen, current and transfer students with a declared major or minor in logistics and supply chain management in the College of Business. Entering freshmen shall have an ACT of 24 or above and a high school GPA of 3.0 or above. Current/transfer students shall have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above, be enrolled full-time with 24 hours or less remaining for graduation.

C. H. ROBINSON EXCELLENCE IN LSCM SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students with a declared major or minor in logistics and supply chain management in the College of Business. Entering freshmen shall have an ACT of 24 or above and a high school GPA of 3.0 or above. Current/transfer students shall also be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or above and have completed 12 hours or more the previous semester and must be showing progress towards a degree in the Marketing and Management department.

MARKETING & MANAGEMENTFor more information, contact (501) 450-3149.

BARTOS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in marketing with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

BLANKENSHIP/HUMPHREY FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR BUSINESSFor entering freshmen who plan to pursue a degree in marketing with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.25 or above. Student shall be unconditionally admitted to UCA.

FIRST SERVICE BANK MARKETING SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students majoring in marketing with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Student must have at least 30 hours of coursework remaining for graduation. Preference given to students who graduated from a Faulkner County (Arkansas) high school.

GREENWAY EQUIPMENT CULTIVATING SUCCESSFUL SCHOLARSHIPFor junior or senior students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the College of Business. Recipient shall have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above and a minimum of 30 hours of coursework remaining for graduation.

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WENDELL FLEMISTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students majoring in marketing with 60 or more hours and a GPA of 3.0 or above. Preference may be given to financial need.

JEFF AND LORI STANDRIDGE INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCHOLARSHIPFor junior or senior students pursuing a degree in the College of Business with a major or minor in innovation and entrepreneurship. Students shall have a GPA of 2.5 or above, be in good academic standing and have at least 30 hours of coursework remaining for graduation. Preference will be given to students who are active in the Entrepreneurship ecosystem or currently operating a company.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPSFor more information, contact (501) 450-3106.

ARCH FORD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in business. Consideration may be given to financial need.

DR. LINDA L. BEENE TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPFor students transferring from an Arkansas community college to UCA that have completed a minimum of two community college semesters. Preference will be given to students who are members of Phi Beta Lambda at the community college and who also joins the business student organization at UCA. For full-time students majoring in business at UCA with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be financial given to need.

GRANGER AND JAN DAVIS EMERGING LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP For full-time junior or senior students who are U. S. citizens majoring in business with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference shall be given to students receiving no other UCA or privately-funded scholarships and to students who are residents of Faulkner County (Arkansas) and its contiguous counties. A one-page personal statement describing leadership roles on-campus and off-campus and a letter of reference from a professor at UCA that speaks of their exhibiting leadership is required.

DREW MARSHALL GAINOR SCHOLARSHIP For full-time junior or senior students who are in a degree program within the College of Business with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference given to students majoring in finance, insurance & risk management or innovation & entrepreneurship. Preference will be given to current Northwestern Mutual interns and to Hispanic minority students. Application requires a completed resume.

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GRANGER AND JAN DAVIS EMERGING LEADERS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students who are U. S. citizens majoring in business with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference shall be given to students receiving no other UCA or privately-funded scholarships and to students who are residents of Faulkner County (Arkansas) and its contiguous counties. A one page personal statement describing leadership roles on-campus and off-campus and a letter of reference from a professor at UCA that speaks of their exhibiting leadership is required.

DREW MARSHALL GAINOR SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students who are in a degree program within the College of Business with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference given to students majoring in finance, insurance & risk management or innovation & entrepreneurship. Preference will be given to current Northwestern Mutual interns and to Hispanic minority students. Application requires a completed resume.

VICTOR GREEN SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time African-American students who have been accepted into the Insurance/Business program at UCA. Requires an ACT of 18 or above and a GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

WILLIAM H. AND JANE GRIGSBY ARTHURS SCHOLARSHIPFor undergraduate or graduates students pursuing a degree in the College of Business with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above. First preference given to current members of the Delta Zeta Sorority.

HERBERT AND LORENE KORDSMEIER MBA SCHOLARSHIPFor undergraduate or graduate students with a GPA of 3.0 or above who have or will complete their bachelor degree and who have also been accepted into the Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree program at UCA. Existing students in the MBA program must have 12 hours or more of coursework left to complete and GPA of 3.0 or above to be eligible to apply.

HOMER LEE SAUNDERS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in business with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Selection based on academic performance. Consideration may be given to financial need.

J. LAVON MORTON & DR. BRENDA YELVINGTON SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen and sophomore students with a declared major in the College of Business who are enrolled in a course of study. Entering freshmen criteria: ACT of 24 or above and high school GPA of 3.0 or above. Current/Transfer student criteria: GPA of 2.5 or above and satisfactory completion of 12 hours or more the previous semester and must be showing progress toward a degree in the College of Business.

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COLLEGE OF EDUCATIONFor students pursuing education degrees and/or licensure. Go to uca.edu/education/scholarships or visit the Dean’s office in Mashburn. For more information, contact (501) 450-5401.

TEACHER EDUCATION CANDIDATESFor more information, contact (501) 450-5400. Visit uca.edu/go/foundation-scholarships to apply.

ROBERT A. AND EDNA BANDY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who have been accepted into the teacher education program. Selection shall be based on financial need and the demonstration of an interest and capacity for becoming a successful teacher. Requires a GPA of 2.5 or above and an acceptable record of conduct.

BETTY J. COURTWAY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students from Faulkner County (Arkansas) who have been accepted into the College of Education majoring in education. Requires a GPA of 3.0 or above and consideration may be given to financial need.

CRAFTSMAN’S GUILD SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in the College of Education who will be enrolled in Internship II in the fall. Selection based on GPA of 2.5 or above and consideration shall be given to financial need.

FRANK AND HATTIE HARRIN SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in the College of Education who will be enrolled in Internship II in the fall. Selection based on GPA of 2.5 or above and consideration shall be given to financial need.

AUDIE LYNCH AND SALLIJANE JONES LYNCH SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time or part-time undergraduate students pursuing a teaching degree in the College of Education with a GPA of 2.8 or above. Preference shall be given to students who are from Van Buren County, Lonoke County or Faulkner County (Arkansas). Consideration may be given to financial need.

CLARENCE AND FRANCES PERKINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students majoring in education who plan to teach. Preference will be given to students from Jefferson County (Arkansas). Requires a GPA of 2.75 or above and consideration shall be given to financial need.

HANK AND PATTY PHELPS EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students with a GPA of 3.0 or above who have been admitted to the teacher education program at UCA. Recipients shall serve or have served on the Student Orientation Staff (S.O.S.) during the academic year of the award.

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HAZEL WARD PHILLIPS SCHOLARSHIPFor an entering freshmen female student under the age of 21 majoring in the College of Education who will pursue a course of study to become a teacher. Requires ACT of 24 or above and high school GPA of 3.25 or above. Selection shall be based on academic performance and consideration shall be given to financial need.

MYRTLE LEE SELIG SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who have been accepted into the College of Education majoring in secondary education and who graduated from Conway High School. First preference shall be given to junior or senior students. Requires a GPA of 2.5 or above and recipient shall demonstrate financial need.

TEMPLETON EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who have been accepted into the College of Education majoring in teacher education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

KATRINA REED WILCOX SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time entering freshmen who is majoring in education and plans to teach. Recipient shall be from a Conway Arkansas high school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

ELEMENTARY, LITERACY &SPECIAL EDUCATION (ELSE)For more information, contact (501) 450-3172. Visit uca.edu/education/scholarships for specific criteria and to apply.

ROSE A. BERRY SCHOLARSHIPFor a junior or senior majoring in the Department of Elementary, Literacy and Special Education with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

HOWARD AND HELEN GROTH, CATHY MAXEY GROTH SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor rising junior or senior students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Education with a major in special education. Preference will be given to students with financial need.

FATHER LACHOWSKY/FOURTH DEGREE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIPFor students majoring in special education with priority given to students currently enrolled in the Special Education Master’s program. Selection based on academic performance.

VERNA LEOLA HARRIS LAMKIN SCHOLARSHIPFor undergraduate or graduate students majoring in special education or pursing a teaching license in special education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

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HAROLD AND SUE LOVE SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor undergraduate and graduate students majoring in special education or pursuing a teacher license in special education. Students must be accepted into the College of Education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

MIGNON NEWBERN SCHOLARSHIPFor a female elementary education major who is fully admitted to the teacher education program at UCA. Selection based on academic performance.

LEADERSHIP STUDIES

For more information, contact (501) 450-3282. Visit uca.edu/education/scholarships for specific criteria and to apply.

MARY JANE FORTIER DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARS FUNDFor a student seeking a doctorate in Interdisciplinary Leadership. Eligible student must have begun their career in the field of K-12 education and should exemplify excellence in educational leadership and a commitment to promoting innovation and improvement in the field of K-12 education. GLADYS SACHSE SCHOLARSHIP For a student who is majoring in education and has been admitted into the Graduate School and who plans to become a school library media specialist. Student shall have a minimum GRE score of 1000 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

TEACHING AND LEARNINGFor more information, contact (501) 852-2963. Visit uca.edu/education/scholarships for specific criteria and to apply.

JOSEPH V. ARN BUSINESS TEACHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor a student in the Masters of Arts in Teaching program with a GPA of 2.70 or above who is preparing to be a business technology teacher.

TOMMIE SUE ANTHONY FELLOWSHIP FOR THE EDUCATION OF THE GIFTEDFor students pursuing graduate studies leading to the gifted and talented teaching endorsement. Fellowship will be used to support tuition, travel to national conferences, books, and/or other relevant student support.

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OTHER SCHOLARSHIPSFor more information, contact (501) 450-3650. Visit uca.edu/go/foundation-scholarships to apply.

BETTY MARTIN ANDERSON AND ILA ROGERS BLACKWELL BOOK AWARDFor full-time undergraduate students with a declared major in Elementary Education K-6 with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Preference will be given to students from Mississippi County (Arkansas) and second preference given to a students from any county in the state of Arkansas. Consideration may be given to financial need.

LYNN C. TOMLINSON SCHOLARSHIPFor undergraduate students majoring in education with plans to teach. Preference given to non-traditional students and consideration shall be given to financial need.

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COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS & COMMUNICATION

ARTWith the exception of the Windgate Scholarship for entering freshmen, recipients of the scholarships listed below are nominated by individual art faculty members and selected by vote of the full-time faculty. For more information, contact (501) 450-3113.

DORRIS CURTIS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in art.

YVONNE DISTERHEFT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students majoring in art. Selection based on academic and studio performance.

GEORGE HARROD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor “Outstanding Art Student” of the year.

GENE HATFIELD ART SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in art that are in good academic standing.

WINDGATE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP• For incoming freshmen students majoring in art. Selection based

on talent and financial need. Application form is available on the Department of Art website. Go to uca.edu/art, select Students, then select Prospective Students and scroll down to Windgate Scholarship.

• For junior or senior students majoring in art. Selection based on financial need, academic and/or studio performance. Recipients of the junior/senior Windgate Foundation Scholarship are nominated by individual art faculty members and selected by vote of the full-time faculty.

FILM, THEATRE, AND CREATIVE WRITINGFor more information, contact (501) 450-5092.

JAMES BRIDGES PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in film, theatre or creative writing. Applicants must have 45 hours or more completed at UCA with a GPA of 2.5 or above and must have an intense interest in writing, directing or acting for the stage, television or motion pictures.

WILLIAM C. PLUMMER SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time seniors majoring in theatre. Applicants must have 90 hours or more completed with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

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JOURNALISMFor more information, contact (501) 450-3232.

JERRY OVERTON SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior or senior students majoring in journalism with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above in both major and academic studies. Selection based on academic performance, demonstrated journalism development as shown by working in news, radio, TV internships/jobs and other related journalism activities. Student must have a strong desire to make journalism their profession.

MUSICAll music department scholarships must be auditioned for in order to be eligible. For more information, contact (501) 450-5750.

NADINE BAUM MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in music or who are members of the UCA Choir.

HOMER A. BROWN BAND SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen enrolled in the UCA band. Selection based on instrumental performance audition, leadership skills, ACT score, high school GPA, financial need, and recommendation from the student’s high school band director.

SAM DRIGGERS PIANO SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time piano majors.

VIRGINIA SUE EVANS MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in elementary music education.

CARL FORSBERG ORCHESTRA SCHOLARSHIPFor an outstanding orchestra member.

GRIFFITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor outstanding piano majors in the Department of Music.

HOWARD GROTH AND HELEN GROTH, CATHEY MAXEY GROTH VOCAL PERFORMANCE AWARDFor a rising junior or senior in the Bachelor of Music in vocal performance or a student in the Master of Music with a concentration in vocal performance. Selection based on auditions conducted during the spring semester.

GINI INGRAM SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students enrolled in both choir and band ensembles, with first preference given to non-music majors (students majoring or minoring in music are also encouraged to apply). Consideration may be given to financial need.

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BRANDON KYLE HAWK SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time outstanding instrumental performance music major. Selection based on talent, GPA of 2.75 or above and financial need.

CLITUS E. IVIE MEMORIAL BAND SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in instrumental music with a GPA of 2.5 or above. First preference shall be given to students who plan to become a band director. Second preference shall be given to band students. Students shall demonstrate financial need, good character and be in good academic standing.

DENIS WINTER LOW BRASS SCHOLARSHIPFor a junior student enrolled full-time in an undergraduate music program at UCA with emphasis in low brass (i.e., trombone, euphonium or tuba). Preference given to students whose major instrument is the trombone or euphonium and to students with financial need. Requires a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and a major GPA of 3.25 or above.

PAUL AND VALERIE KLIPSCH MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP For full-time students majoring in music. Preference given to students who play the piano and who demonstrate outstanding potential as a performer or a teacher. RUSSELL LANGSTON BAND SCHOLARSHIP For an outstanding UCA band student.

STELLA BOYLE SMITH PIANO SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time undergraduate students majoring in piano with a GPA of 2.5 or above. First preference shall be given to students who are residents of Arkansas.

ELLEN THOMAS MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP For students majoring in music.

FRANCES BURKE THOMAS TRUMPET SCHOLARSHIPFor students majoring in music.

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COLLEGE OF HEALTH & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERSFor more information, contact (501) 450-3176.

MARTHA ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIPBook scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students who are an active NSSLHA member. Selection based on cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above (3.25 in major) and financial need.

EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCEFor more information, contact (501) 450-5704.

DR. BETTY SWIFT SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time female students who are Arkansas residents and seeking a degree within the Department of Exercise and Sport Science. Requires a GPA of 2.5 or above.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCESFor students pursuing a course of study within the Family & Consumer Sciences department. Visit uca.edu/facs/scholarships for specific criteria and to apply. For more information, contact (501) 450-5950 or visit the department office in McAlister Hall.

• Adams/Lindsay/Webb (A.L.W.) Endowed Scholarship

• Georg Andersen Interior Design Scholarship

• Cecily Coffelt-Bullard Endowed Scholarship

• Grace Phelps Dupree Endowed Scholarship

• Martha Stone Harding Endowed Scholarship

• Dr. Mary Harlan Scholarship

• Mary Ann and Andrew Hiegel Endowed Scholarship

• Dr. Roy C. and Dollie Randleman Holl Endowed Scholarship

• National Wallcovering Interior Design Scholarship

• Emily Oates Scholarship

• Dr. Nina Roofe Nutrition Scholarship

• Nina Russ Endowed Scholarship

• Suellen Ward Endowed Scholarship

• Connie Westbrook Scholarship

HEALTH SCIENCESFor more information, contact (501) 450-3194.

ARVIL W. BURKS HEALTH EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time senior or graduate students enrolled in a health education degree program. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

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DR. EMOGENE WALMSLEY FOX SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time senior or graduate students enrolled in a health education degree program. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

NURSINGFor more information, contact (501) 450-3119.

ASHCRAFT NURSING SCHOLARSHIPFor current UCA BSN Level 4 students, Year 2 or RN to BSN students from an underrepresented minority (racial, ethnic, and/or gender) with financial need. Must be a U. S. citizen and in good academic standing in the School of Nursing. RN to BSN student applicants must be enrolled in 6 or more hours in the nursing curriculum.

DUSTIN BAILEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time undergraduate student majoring in nursing who is a resident of Arkansas with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Preference will be given to students with financial need.

ELIZABETH BLANKENSHIP FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR NURSINGFor students who are pursuing a degree in nursing and who are fully admitted to the UCA School of Nursing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Preference shall be given to students who are single parents and to students who display financial need.

BONIN-MEAUX ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR NURSE EDUCATORSFor students accepted into the MSN Nurse Educator program. Requires a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Preference will be given to students who show financial need. Special consideration may be given to applicants who serve as adjunct faculty for the UCA School of Nursing.

CLARA M. FORSBERG NURSING SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time rising Level 2 or Level 4 nursing student. Student displays professionalism in the classroom and clinical areas; displays academic ability beyond the majority of the class. Undergraduate faculty nominate. Selection committee will make final decision.

CRYSTAL V. CRAWFORD SCHOLARSHIPFor female students majoring in nursing with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must have graduated from an Arkansas high school and financial need shall be considered.

SUZANNE HARVEY NURSING GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPFor graduate nursing students enrolled in graduate clinical courses, with clinical experience as a BSN nurse. Preference is given to Nurse Practitioner students, though others may apply. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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HAWK-MCCASLIN SCHOLARSHIPFor graduate students enrolled in at least two graduate courses and not receiving another scholarship or traineeship. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

LINDA VAIL HOLBERT SCHOLARSHIPFor a junior or senior nursing student enrolled full time in required nursing courses and in good academic standing. Requires a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and that recipients will have completed at least one academic year of the nursing major when the award is received. In addition, it recognizes nursing students who demonstrate high professional standards, meaningful engagement in learning activities and quality nursing care.

JOHNELLE DEBUSK HUNT NURSING FELLOWSHIP For graduate nursing students enrolled in the Nurse Educator Clinical Specialty (NECS) program and currently working as a nurse educator or clinical instructor. CNL or NP students may be considered if no qualified NECS apply. Preference will be given to MSN students who teach or serve as clinical faculty.

DR, LAURETTA KOENIGSEDER NURSING SCHOLARSHIPFor a rising Year 2 or Level 4 student. Student must display quality nursing care and professionalism. Financial need shall be considered.

BETTY MARTIN NURSING SCHOLARSHIP For nursing students (one BSN (Year 1, Year 2 or Level 4) and one graduate awarded) enrolled in UCA nursing program with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

BARBARA HARPE NABHOLZ NURSING SCHOLARSHIPFor rising Level 2 or Level 4 student who is a single parent in financial need. Student must be enrolled in all required nursing courses for that academic year. Must be in good academic standing in the School of Nursing.

RIGGS ASHCRAFT NURSING SCHOLARSHIPFor a Year 1 UCA BSN nursing student from an underrepresented minority (racial, ethnic, and/or gender) with financial need. Recipient must be a U. S. citizen and in good academic standing in the School of Nursing. RN to BSN student applicants must be enrolled in 6 or more hours in the nursing curriculum.

PHYSICAL THERAPYFor more information, contact (501) 450-5548.

CHARLOTTE MILLS FANT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in physical therapy and in their first year of DPT program. Requires a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and completion of 60 or more hours at UCA and an undergraduate degree from UCA. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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JOE C. FINNELL PHYSICAL THERAPY SCHOLARSHIPFor students majoring in physical therapy who are in good academic standing. Selection based on need, academic performance, cooperation and potential.

MADELINE ANN GRUBBS SCHOLARSHIPFor physical therapy students in good academic standing who are entering the third year doctoral program. Selection based on financial need and demonstrated service, leadership, and cooperation.

THOMAS M. MEADOWS SCHOLARSHIP For students majoring in physical therapy with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

PSYCHOLOGY AND COUNSELING For more information, contact (501) 450-5410.

RICHARD ALLEN SCOTT PSYCHOLOGY/COUNSELING SCHOLARSHIPFor outstanding senior students majoring in psychology. Selection based on application to faculty committee.

DRS. BILLY AND TERRY SMITH OUTSTANDING GRADUATE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPFor outstanding graduate students majoring in psychology and counseling. Selection based on application to faculty committee.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS

LEE B. AND WILLA BELLE SPENCER SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time junior or senior majoring in physical education or psychology in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. Selection based on academic excellence, leadership, community service, and involvement in school activities. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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NORBERT O. SCHEDLER HONORS COLLEGE

These scholarships are for students enrolled in or accepted into the UCA Honors College. Selection based on criteria specific to each. For more information, contact (501) 450-3198.

• Michael Bell Honors College Scholarship

• Charles Blachly Memorial Honors College Scholarship

• James E. and Madge Wade Clayton Scholarship

• Clifton Scholarship

• Evelyn Schaffhauser Duff Scholarship

• Jeff and Patsy Farris Honors College Scholarship

• Ferguson-Robins Honors College Scholarship

• Virginia Guffey Honors College Scholarship

• Honors College Scholarship

• Monica Luebker Memorial Scholarship

• McCastlain International Studies Scholarship

• Bob McCormack Scholarship

• Glenda Middleton Scholarship

• Dr. Norbert O. Schedler Memorial Honors College Scholarship

• Schedler Honors College Scholarship

• Simmons First National Bank Student Assistance

• Jack Strickland Memorial Honors College Scholarship

INTERNATIONAL ENGAGEMENT

NICOLE WABLE HATFIELD INTERNATIONAL STUDY SCHOLARSHIPFirst preference given to students wishing to study abroad in France with 60 or more hours at UCA. Requires cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. For more information, contact (501) 450-3646.

STUDENTS OF MEXICO SCHOLARSHIPFor international students from Mexico who will be freshmen or transfer students attending UCA for the first time. Recipient must have demonstrated ability to perform college level work in the English language according to the University’s English Proficiency Standards.

DAMBER SINGH TOMER AND MEENA SINGH TOMER INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPFor male or female international students or children of U. S. immigrants, and female U. S. citizens. Students must be in junior standing and have a positive recommendation from the chair of their respective departments. Preference given to computer science majors with a GPA of 3.0 or above. For alternate award possibility, undergraduate and graduate students (meeting the above nationality/citizenship/gender guidelines) who are majoring in computer science, mathematics, information systems, biology, chemistry or physics are also encouraged to apply. For more information, contact (501) 450-3445.

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COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS

ENGLISHFor more information, contact (501) 450-5100.

EUGENE NOLTE SCHOLARSHIPFor the “Outstanding Student in English.” Awarded to a junior with a GPA of 3.0 or above for senior year.

WILLIAMS/ARNOLD SCHOLARSHIPFor junior or senior students with a GPA of 3.25 or above and who are pursuing a degree in English with teaching licensure.

HISTORYFor more information, contact (501) 450-3158.

HARRY W. READNOUR SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time graduate students who have been accepted into the history graduate program with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need and academic performance.

LANGUAGES, LINGUISTICS, LITERATURES & CULTURESFor more information, contact (501) 852-2064.

ADCOCK STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students, who wish to engage in study abroad activities to achieve their educational goals. All applicants must have completed at least one year of modern language study at UCA or have an equivalent experience. Preference shall be given to students who have a declared major or minor in foreign language at UCA. Students may be enrolled in another institution with the understanding that the student will return to UCA for at least one term or to graduate after completing the course of study.

ROBERT AND CAROL ADCOCK SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students to study outside the U. S. who are majoring or minoring in a foreign language with plans to teach. Students must be enrolled in an academic course of study during time of their travel.

PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION

MEHL PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time seniors majoring in philosophy and/or religious studies with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need. For more information, contact (501) 450-3179.

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PRE-LAW

JUDGE WOODY MURRAY MEMORIAL PRE-LAW SCHOLARSHIP For a full-time UCA graduating senior who plans to attend law school. Selection based on academic achievement and commitment to the profession of law as a vocation of service to humanity. Preference shall be given to students who intend to practice law in the State of Arkansas. Consideration shall be given to financial need. For more information, contact (501) 450-5136.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS

PAUL L. REVIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time sophomore, junior or senior student pursuing a degree in history, political science or an area of public service. Recipient shall have completed 24 hours at UCA with a minimum GPA of 3.3 and must be currently enrolled at UCA. Preference shall be given to students who have demonstrated service as a veteran and/or demonstrated service in another area of public service. Preference will be given to students in the Honors College with a need gap.

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COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS

CHEMISTRYFor more information, contact (501) 852-8282.

E. E. CORDREY SCHOLARSHIP For entering freshmen planning to major in chemistry.

COMPUTER SCIENCEFor more information, contact (501) 450-3401.

COMPUTER SCIENCE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in computer science. Consideration may be given to financial need.

RICHARD AND TERRI HARPER JORDAN SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time female students pursuing a degree in computer science with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. First preference shall be given to students who graduated from an Arkansas high school with ties to Arkansas. Second preference shall be given to a female student from Arkansas who is majoring in a science-related field.

MATHEMATICSFor more information, contact (501) 450-3147.

CHARLES AND LURENE JOLLY SCHOLARSHIPFor a full-time graduate student (first preference) or undergraduate junior or senior student who is majoring in mathematics education and plans to teach in Arkansas. Students must be a U. S. citizen with preference given to Arkansas residents. Selection also based on financial need and cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above.

LAWRENCE AND JAYNETTE HUFF SCHOLARSHIPFor current UCA full-time sophomore, junior or senior students on campus, pursuing a major offered by the Department of Mathematics. Students must have a GPA of 3.25 or above in classes offered by UCA and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above in courses taken on campus through the UCA Department of Mathematics. All students shall have completed the minimum requirement of taking Calculus I and II on the UCA campus. Consideration may be given to financial need.

O. L. HUGHES MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen majoring in mathematics. Selection based on integrity, character and academic seriousness. Preference given to Camden High School graduates.

JACK STAGGS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in mathematics who plan to teach. Requires ACT of 24 or above and high school GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMYFor more information, contact (501) 450-5900.

O. M. PRINCE FAMILY PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPFor students majoring in physics with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Selection based on academic performance. Priority given to prize winners in the Arkansas State Science Fair in the physics category.

HEATHER WOOLVERTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time female students majoring in physics. Selection based on ACT of 24 or above and a GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

PRE-DENTALFor more information, contact (501) 852-2342.

JOE E. AND VADA RUSSELL PRE-DENTAL SCHOLARSHIP For pre-dental students with a college GPA of 3.2 or above. Selection based on scholarly ability. Consideration given to financial need. Entering freshmen applicants must have a high school GPA of 3.2 and ACT of 24 or above.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPSFor more information, contact (501) 450-3199.

DEREK LEWIS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time African-American students with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Preference shall be given to African-American students from Hughes, Arkansas or the Delta area. If no eligible student is found, then the recipient shall be an African-American student majoring in pre-med and/or biology. Consideration shall be given to financial need.

EMMETT AND JUDIETH PREUITT SCHOLARSHIP For students pursuing a course of study in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Requires ACT of 24 or above and high school GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

H. FRED DALSKE SCIENCE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time junior, senior or graduate students majoring in the sciences at UCA (other than pre-med) with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and interested in pursuing either a MS or Ph.D. degree.

WILBUR OWEN ENDOWED LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPFor junior or senior students majoring in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Preference shall be given to students in the Department of Biochemistry, chemistry or biology.

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JACK A. STOTTS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students majoring in or planning to major in mathematics or science with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Selection shall be based on financial need.

WILLARD & PAT WALKER BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students pursuing a degree in the life sciences or physical sciences leading to K-12 teaching licensure. For entering freshmen, selection based on an ACT of 24 or above and a high school GPA of 2.75 or above. Current and transfer student selection based on a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

RESEARCH AWARDSFor more information, go to uca.edu/cnsm/research-awards or call (501) 450-3199.

ADVANCEMENT OF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH IN THE SCIENCESFor undergraduate research in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Students perform original research with a faculty mentor and may present their research at local, regional and national professional meetings and are coauthors on publications about their research. For more information, go to aursfund.org.

SOUTHWESTERN ENERGY ENDOWED FUND FOR STUDENT RESEARCHFor undergraduate and graduate student research in the fields of Environmental Science, Geography and Physics. Requires a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

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SPECIAL INTEREST SCHOLARSHIPSSee below for application criteria.

UCA STAFF & DEPENDENT SCHOLARSHIPS

JEREMY DUPLESSIS UCA POLICE DEPARTMENT STUDENT ASSISTANCE SCHOLARSHIP Applicants shall either be a full-time or part-time employee of the UCA Police Department or be a legal dependent of a full-time employee of the UCA Police Department. Requires a high school or college GPA of 2.25 or above. Consideration shall be given to financial need. For more information, contact (501) 450-3111.

LILLY HARMON STAFF SENATE SCHOLARSHIPOne Lilly Harmon Staff Senate Scholarship will be awarded by the UCA Staff Senate to assist a full-time staff employee in pursuing a degree at UCA. The Lilly Harmon Staff Senate Scholarship was established in memory of long-time UCA employee, Lilly Harmon. Preference will be given to full-time staff pursuing a degree in technology, math, computer science or MIS. Requires a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. To apply, visit uca.edu/staffsenate/scholarships.

STAFF SENATE EMPLOYEE SCHOLARSHIPThe Staff Senate Employee Scholarship was established by the UCA Staff Senate to assist full-time UCA staff employees pursuing a degree at UCA. A GPA of 2.5 or above is required for current students. Visit uca.edu/staffsenate/scholarships to apply.

STAFF SENATE SCHOLARSHIP FOR DEPENDENTS OF UCA STAFFThis scholarship is awarded for dependents of full-time UCA staff employees who meet the eligibility criteria for the staff fee waiver as outlined in the staff handbook and are pursuing a degree at UCA. Dependent must be a full-time student in good academic standing and with 30 hours or more and a GPA of 2.5 or above. Visit uca.edu/staffsenate/scholarships to apply.

JOE A. AND VELMA STELL EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPFirst preference given to full-time students who work a minimum of 5 hours per week in the Physical Plant on the UCA campus. Requires a high school GPA of 2.25 or above. Second preference given to part-time students (minimum 6 credit hours) who work 5 hours anywhere on the UCA campus. Consideration shall be given to financial need. For more information, contact (501) 450-3650.

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VETERANS SERVICESTo apply, go to uca.edu/go/foundation-scholarships. For more information, contact (501) 852-2999.

TIDWELL VETERANS SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who have served in any branch of the U. S. military with a GPA of 2.75 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.

VETERAN’S DAY SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who have served in any branch of the U. S. military with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Students must be seeking a degree, be in good academic standing and have completed a minimum of one semester at UCA. Selection based on submitted essay and consideration may be given to financial need.

OTHER SPECIAL INTEREST SCHOLARSHIPS

WILLIAM M. CLARK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time entering freshmen with strong preference given to graduating seniors of St. Joseph High School in Conway. Selection based on student’s academic achievements, activities and GPA of 2.5 or above. For more information, contact the St. Joseph High School counselor, (501) 329-5741.

PHI SIGMA EPSILON AND PHI SIGMA KAPPA ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP For students who are members or associates in good standing of the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity. Selection based on academic performance, community service and financial need with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Preference given to undergraduates.

STUDENT ORIENTATION STAFF (SOS) SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time or part-time undergraduate students who are currently serving on the Student Orientation Staff (SOS). Recipients shall have completed one year of service in this program. Requires a GPA of 3.0 or above and special consideration will be given to students with financial need.

TOAD SUCK DAZE SCHOLARSHIPFor full-time students who graduated from a Faulkner County (Arkansas) high school, with preference given to entering freshmen. Selection based on academic performance, activity in providing volunteer community service with non-profit organizations, and financial need. For more information, contact the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce at (501) 327-7788 or toadsuck.org/education.

UCA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

CHANGING LIVES

$1,478,259

771

$13 MILLION

Last year, the UCA Foundation awarded $1,478,259 in scholarships to deserving students.

The UCA Foundation awarded scholarships to 771 students last year.

The UCA Foundation has awarded over $13 million in scholarships to date.

uca.edu/foundation

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