Scholarship Award: one academic year’s worth of tuition and fees (Fall, Winter, and Spring 2009-10; up to $18,000) minus any scholarships or other funding the student may already be receiving. 

Eligibility

• Undergraduate or graduate student in the College of Commerce
• Undergraduate -  must be full time junior with at least a 3.0 GPA
• Graduate - must have completed at least one semester of work and be full time

Requirements

• Completed registration form
• Cover page with your full name and contact information.
• Written recommendation from at least one faculty member in the College of Commerce.
• 2 Essays

Deadline is 5:00 pm, Friday, April 3, 2009.  Winners will be announced Monday, April 13, 2009. 

Download information packet and registration form: McGowan scholarship information packet.pdf

About the William G. McGowan Scholars Program

The McGowan Charitable Fund has established a program, the McGowan Scholars, to provide selected colleges and universities with scholarships to help students who wish to pursue a business education. The Program is based on the experience of William G. McGowan during his college days. Though admitted to Harvard Business School to study for an MBA degree, he did not have sufficient funds to complete his studies. However, he won Harvard's Baker Scholars award that provided the funds necessary for him to earn his degree and launch a successful business career.

The McGowan Scholars program recognizes the academic achievements and excellence of students pursuing a major offered by an accredited business school. It is designed to encourage leadership ability, interpersonal skills, and a significant involvement in academic, campus and community activities. It also recognizes excellence of character, a spirit of innovation and entrepreneurial potential.