Philip and Barbara Kaplan Scholarship
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 up to $5,000 to defray tuition costs at the university.
Eligibility:
1. Be a graduating senior (May, 2018) 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 (international law, diplomacy, non-governmental organization, etc.)
Application:
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.
The letter of recommendation can be delivered to the Office of National Scholarships & Fellowships, c/0 Marlene Coughlin, Room 421, Rowe Center for Undergraduate Education or submitted via email to: marlene.coughlin@uconn.edu
Application is available HERE
For more information, contact: LuAnn Saunders-Kanabay, Assistant Director, ONS&F at luann.saunders-kanabay@uconn.edu