UWRA Scholarships & Fellowships in Aging

Up to four scholarships of $4,000 each will be awarded to UW students studying toward a career in aging-related research or provision of services to older adults.

Who is eligible:

• Currently enrolled UW undergraduate, graduate or professional students with a career emphasis on aging, regardless of major. Applicants should have completed the first year of their programs before applying
• UW Bothell, Seattle, and Tacoma students are welcome to apply
• International and HB1079 students are welcome to apply

What to submit:

• Application (use the ‘Apply’ link at uw.edu/uwra/scholarships-fellowships-in-aging), including unofficial transcript
• A 2015-2016 FAFSA must be on file in the Student Financial Aid office

Evaluation criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in and commitment to paid or volunteer work benefiting older adults
• Academic performance
• Communication skills
• Financial need (as determined by the FAFSA)

Deadline for online receipt of all application materials is 3:00 p.m., Thursday January 28, 2016
Graduate students: The UWRA also sponsors a Fellowship in Aging. For information and application, contact the Graduate School Office of Fellowships and Awards at gradappt@uw.edu