Alison L. Des Forges Memorial Scholarship for First-Year Students

Established in 2012 in honor of Alison L. Des Forges, this scholarship is awarded to graduates of Buffalo Public or Charter Schools who are newly admitted to UB as first-year students. Must have strong academic credentials and a commitment to human rights and social justice. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study, provided the recipient maintains a minimum overall UB GPA of 3.00. Finalists will be invited to participate in an interview.

For more information, please visit the FAQ’s – Alison L. Des Forges Memorial Committee.

Donor
Dr. Alison L. Des Forges
Award
$5,000.00
Scopes
Financial Aid Office, Financial Need
Deadline
01/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Submit a personal statement of 500-800 words demonstrating your awareness of the life and work of Alison L. Des Forges; your intent to study issues related to human rights and social justice; and an explanation of how this award would make a difference in your life and in the lives of others.
  2. List your current extracurricular activities. Describe your involvement and any positions held.
  3. Upload your high school transcript that reflects your GPA.
  4. Upload your SAT/ACT scores, if applicable.
  5. Reference Request - Teacher, Alison L. Des Forges Scholarship
  6. Reference Request - Coach, Mentor, Unrelated Adult, Alison L. Des Forges Scholarship
  7. An interview is required for applicants of this scholarship. Are you willing to interview with the committee via Zoom? If so, the committee will contact you using the email address listed in HUB.
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