Ruth Powers Graduate Scholarship Application

The Ruth Powers Endowed Scholarship for Graduate Studies aims to support graduate students at Clarke University. This is one of 3 scholarships established by Ruth Powers Gamwell Perkins, a Dubuque native and 1941 Clarke alumna who pursued a successful career in the airline industry and real estate in the state of Washington. The scholarship amount awarded may be up to $13,000.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicants must have been accepted into a graduate program at Clarke University.
2. Applicants must demonstrate financial need as determined by completion of the Renewal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Only applicants who have filed a FAFSA may apply.
3. Applicants must not be employed by an organization that provides tuition/education benefits.
4. For current students, applicants must have a minimum Clarke graduate GPA of 3.0 or above.
5. Preference will be given to applicants who:

Belong to one or more groups that have traditionally been underrepresented in their field of study.
Demonstrate a commitment to principles of diversity. (Evaluated through the personal statement described in criteria
Will be enrolled as a fulltime graduate student.

6. Applicants must provide a personal statement (300-word max) addressing “Your Commitment to Diversity”. Provide examples of how you have actively promoted diversity, equity, and inclusion within your community, place of employment, academic pursuits, or extracurricular activities.

Instructions: Complete the following application.

First Name*

Last Name*

Graduate Program*

Email Address*

Anticipated Credits for Application Year (list the number of credits you will complete during the scholarship academic year. If unsure, leave blank)

Have you completed a FAFSA for the Application Year?*

Yes

Are you employed by an organization that provides tuition/education benefits?*

Yes

Are you currently a student at Clarke?*

Yes

What is your current cumulative GPA?*

If you are comfortable, please indicate any traditionally under-represented groups to which you belong:
(Hold down Ctrl and click each selection to choose more than one option)

Please write in the box below or upload a short personal statement explaining Your Commitment to Diversity. Provide examples of how you have actively promoted diversity, equity, and inclusion within your community, place of employment, academic pursuits, or extracurricular activities. Please limit your personal statement to 300 words or less.*