PLEASE NOTE: THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 29, 2015, 11:45 PM!
The Philip and Barbara Kaplan Scholarship has been established by Ambassador Philip S. Kaplan and Barbara Kaplan to support a student of exceptional academic achievement with a demonstrated commitment to pursuing a career in international public service. The scholarship awards $5,000 to defray tuition costs at the university.
Eligibility:
1. Be a graduating senior (May, 2016) or a graduate student
2. Be enrolled in the University’s Honors Program or participate in Enrichment Programs at the Storrs, CT campus
3. Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement
4. Demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a career in international public service
Deadline: October 29, 2015 at 11:45 pm. Application is available here.
Application materials include a 500-word personal essay explaining the candidate's career objectives, an unofficial transcript, a resume, and one letter of recommendation from a faculty member.
For more information, contact: LuAnn Saunders-Kanabay, Assistant Director, ONS&F at luann.saunders-kanabay@uconn.edu