Sunnybrook Scholarship for Direct Connect Students

The Sunnybrook Scholarship for Direct Connect Students was established 2019 to support students participating in the Direct Connect Dual Admission partnership between The University of Akron and Stark State College. The scholarship is for students demonstrating financial need, with first consideration given to non-traditional students.

The donors recognize the unique challenges, financial and otherwise, of non-traditional students seeking re-education and training for ever-changing work environments. They also welcome and applaud unique, innovative ways for institutions to partner and improve students’ educational experiences. The Sunnybrook Scholarship for Direct Connect Students was established to reflect the donors’ values and support of educational attainment.

The Sunnybrook Scholarship for Direct Connect Students shall be awarded to students participating in the Direct Connect Dual Admission partnership between The University of Akron and Stark State College. The scholarship will be applied to the recipient’s student account at The University of Akron for tuition and fees. Candidates should have demonstrated financial need, with first consideration given to non-traditional students. Selection of recipients will be made by The University of Akron Scholarship Committee.