Albert Tzong-Jyn Chan Memorial Endowment at Lurie College of Education 2025

Eligibility:

• This scholarship is available to students who meet specific criteria within the Communicative Disorders & Sciences (CDS) program in the Connie L. Lurie College of Education.

To be considered for this award, you must meet the following conditions:

• Major Requirement:
• You must be enrolled as a student in the Communicative Disorders & Sciences (CDS) program.
• This program is designed for students pursuing careers in speech-language pathology, audiology, or related fields that focus on diagnosing and treating communicative disorders.

Good Academic Standing:

• To be eligible for this scholarship, you must maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0.
• This ensures that recipients are performing well academically and are committed to their studies within the CDS program.

Demonstrable Financial Need:

• This scholarship is specifically designed for students who have a financial need.
• Financial need may be determined through your financial aid application or other methods of demonstrating the costs associated with your education.
• This helps ensure that the scholarship is awarded to students who may require financial assistance to continue their studies.

Enrollment in the College of Education:

• As this scholarship is offered through the Connie L. Lurie College of Education, you must be enrolled within this specific college, focusing on communicative disorders as your field of study.

Award Value:

• The value of the scholarship varies depending on the available funds and the number of recipients chosen.
• Since the award amount is not fixed, it can fluctuate each year based on the total funding available for distribution.

Possible Range of Award:

• While the exact amount is not specified, the scholarship is typically designed to assist students with a meaningful sum that can be applied toward their educational expenses, including tuition, textbooks, or materials specific to the CDS program.

Financial Support:

• Even though the value varies, the scholarship provides vital financial relief for students who need assistance in completing their education.
• For students with limited financial resources, this award can help ensure they are able to continue their studies without the added stress of financial instability.

Application Process:

The process for applying for this scholarship is designed to be simple and efficient, so you can focus more on your studies:

Automatic Consideration:

• You will be automatically considered for this scholarship once you complete your General Application through the university’s scholarship portal.
• This means that there is no need to fill out a separate application specifically for this award, streamlining the process for students.

General Application:

• The General Application will ask for your academic details, personal information, and possibly some details about your financial need.
• Ensure that your application is fully completed and accurate, as this will determine your eligibility for the scholarship.

Financial Need:

• To ensure that your financial need is considered, make sure that your financial aid information is up-to-date.
• This will help determine the extent of your financial need and ensure you meet the scholarship's criteria for need-based support.

Deadline:

• The application must be completed by April 1, 2025.
• Make sure to submit your General Application before this deadline to ensure you are included in the selection process for the scholarship.