SCHOLARSHIPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: When the award parameters of a scholarship state “demonstrated financial need,” what do I need to submit to meet this requirement?
A: There are no specific documents. However, some examples of what students have used in the past are: a) a copy of documentation from the Student Financial Aid Office, b) included specific information in the one-page essay, and c) in some cases students have provided both.
Q: What is the application/nomination deadline?
A: 5:00 p.m. on February 15th. If the deadline falls on either a Saturday or Sunday, the due date will be moved to the following Monday.
Q: Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
A: Yes, you can apply for as many scholarships as you want, so long as you include the required application form and supporting material for each scholarship.
Q: What do I do if I am interested in a scholarship that says “Awarded by nomination only, NO applications accepted?”
A: For a nomination only scholarship, you are encouraged to express your interest to your advisor or another faculty member who can submit your name for consideration if they so choose.
Q: How will I know if I have been selected to receive a scholarship?
A: You will be notified by letter, followed by an invitation to the Neag School of Education’s Honors Celebration.
Q: What is the Honors Celebration?
A: It is an evening event recognizing the Neag School’s scholarship recipients from the past academic year. The scholarship donors are also invited to this event, so this allows a wonderful opportunity for donors and recipients to meet.
Q: How will I receive my scholarship monies?
A: The Bursar’s Office directly transfers the scholarship funds into the student fee accounts. If a student has completed his/her program, they can contact the Bursar’s Office directly to request a check.
Q: Are there any expectations associated with receiving a scholarship?
A: After the Honors Celebration, recipients will be asked to write a thank you letter to the donor(s). A week or so after the celebration, a letter containing donor and mailing information will be sent to each recipient.
Q: Who do I contact if I have questions?
A: Christine North at (860) 486-6186 or by e-mail at christine.north@uconn.edu
