Richard S. Spada & Robert G. Childers Scholarship

Provides scholarships to support undergraduate students who are matriculated and in good standing, and have demonstrated resilience in overcoming significant personal, financial, societal or other challenges in accessing and succeeding in higher education at the University. Preference will be given to students who:
• Have experienced hardship due to social or economic situations that has impacted their ability to attend the University.
• Demonstrate a commitment to furthering their education at the University.
• Have engaged in leadership, service, or advocacy related to creating a welcoming environment for all students at the University.

Award
Varies
Deadline
12/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Write about a time that you demonstrated resilience in the face of adversity. You may choose to share experiences of financial, personal, societal, or other challenges to accessing higher education. Reflections on how your experiences have shaped you and how you plan to use your degree from Central are welcome. Maximum length 1,000 words.