Gerontology Scholarships
The Field is Growing and Americans are Living Longer
Gerontology is the field of medicine and medical study related to aging. Now that more and more Americans are living longer and more active lives, there are increasing demands for qualified individuals who are specialists in the aging process.
Gerontology professionals may specialize in such aspects of the field as public service or long-term housing. Others may be nursing or medical professionals specializing in geriatrics.
Scholarships
California State University's Gerontology Scholarships include:
- The Beverly and Arnold Miller University Scholarships in Gerontology spearheads the university's program and contributes to its import.
- The Gerontology Programs Council Award goes to outstanding students in the Masters program who can also prove significant financial need. Applicants must be members of the Student Association for Gerontology Education.
Over a dozen valuable scholarships in Gerontology are offered through the University of North Texas. Here are a few:
- Asbury Methodist Services Scholarship is designed for Masters level gerontology students studying long term care of the aging adult. Awards up to $2,500.
- The Clarence Ball Scholarship Fund is similar to the Asbury, but is expressly awarded to an African American gerontology student. Up to $2,000 depending on current funding.
- Rapoport Friedsam Scholarship goes to students pursuing a comprehensive gerontology program with an emphasis on "community services" for the aging adult population. Up to $1,000 possible.
Sigma Kappa Foundation, like all organizations, is dedicated to helping fund the education of its members. The Alzheimer's/Gerontology Scholarship offers $1,000 to a graduate student in gerontology, particularly one studying Alzheimer's.
The Association for Gerontology in Higher Education regularly sponsors scholarships for students studying gerontology and programs related to aging.
The Donovan Scholarship from the University of Kentucky may offer up to $2,000 or more to qualified students in gerontology. Applicants must write an essay and include letters of reference.
Western Michigan University's College of Health and Human Services provides the following scholarship in gerontology:
- Leonard and Frances Gernant Gerontology Scholarship awards a deserving student in the program with up to $500. Outstanding academic record required.
University of Nevada-Reno includes attractive scholarships for gerontology students:
- The Sanford Center for Aging awards up $10,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students.
Students pursuing gerontology may qualify for the Illinois State University Gerontology Scholarship. Applicants may be in any level of study to be considered.
The Gerontology Institute at Georgia State University provides numerous scholarships, among them:
- The Ann Eaton Scholarship targets non-traditional students pursuing gerontology. Students must be graduates and over 40 to qualify.
- The Gerontology Alumni Club funds two scholarships for graduate students.
- Minority or under-represented students may qualify for the Carol Rowe and Waymon Jones Scholarship. Up to $500 awarded.
