UWRA Scholarship in Aging announcement

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

 UW Bothell, Seattle, and Tacoma students are welcome to apply

 International students are welcome to apply

What to submit:

 Application (use the ‘Apply’ link at uw.edu/uwra/scholarships-fellowships-in-aging)

 A 2014-2015 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., Tuesday February 3, 2015