Scholarships

Thousands of dollars are awarded to HPS students each year thanks to generous support from HPS donors.

Some scholarships are open to all HPS students while others are available only to specific majors through the college’s academic departments.

Applications are now accepted year-round. Recipients are generally notified in late Spring.

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College of Health & Public Service

Gail Rola Memorial Service Learning Scholarship

Open to undergraduate students enrolled full time in the College of Health and Public Service with a 2.5 GPA or above and who can demonstrate financial need. Considered applicants must also participate in service to the community through either their own volunteer efforts or in service-learning courses. The completion of two short essays is also required as part of the application.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

HPS Advisory Board Scholarship

Created by the HPS Advisory Board this scholarship is open to undergraduate students enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service with a 3.0 GPA or above. The completion of two short essays is required as part of the application.

Typical scholarship awards are $1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Joyce Ann Brown/Popo Gonzalez Scholarship

Open to undergraduate students enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service with a 2.5 GPA or above. The completion of two short essays is also required as part of the application.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The William A. Luker Scholarship

In honor of Dr. William A. Luker, Dean of HPS from 1982-1991, this scholarship is open to graduate student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service with a 3.0 GPA or above. The completion of two short essays demonstrating an exceptional record for human service and recommendation letters attesting to the integrity and potential of the applicant are also required. No awardee may work more than 20 hours per week, including work as a teaching fellow, a research assistant, or in the college Work Study Program.

Typical scholarship awards may not exceed $10,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The Melissa Michele Whittemore Memorial Scholarship

Created in honor of Melissa Michele Whittemore and to provide scholarships for non-traditional students at the University, this scholarship is open to applicants who meet the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the College of Health and Public Service in effect at the time of any award. They also must have completed 59 hours of college course work at a community college and/or obtained an associate degree or 59 hours of college course work at a four-year university. Preference will be given to a student who has earned an associate's degree or completed two years at UNT and is in good standing academically. The candidate must commit to completing a bachelor's degree at UNT and must have graduated from high school at least 17 years prior to application date. In the event that no applicant meets this criterion, then students enrolling full-time at the University will be eligible for consideration.

Typical scholarship awards are $1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The UNT Foundation Endowed Fund for College of Health and Public Service Scholarships

The UNT Foundation Endowed Fund for College of Health and Public Service Scholarship is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least 30 credit hours and are enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Typical scholarship awards are $1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

HPS Scholarship

Originally created as the School of Community Service Scholarship Fund from the President's Council Award in 1989, the HPS Scholarship is open to students enrolled full time in the College of Health & Public Service who meet the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the University and demonstrate eligibility for need-based financial assistance as determined by completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

One-time scholarship awards up to $1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The Friedsam Applied Interdisciplinary Research Fellowship

The Friedsam Applied Interdisciplinary Research Fellowship supports original student research that advances the health and welfare of people by addressing pressing social problems from an interdisciplinary perspective.

All HPS students in good academic standing who are enrolled at least half-time are eligible to apply. One fellowship of up to $5,000 is awarded annually.

Friedsam Fellows are expected to disseminate their research as a journal article, dissertation, or thesis.

To apply, students must complete the Friedsam Applied Interdisciplinary Research Fellowship Application. Submit the application and all required materials to HPSScholarships@unt.edu.

Behavior Analysis

Donald L. Whaley Memorial Scholarship

Open to graduate student’s enrolled in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a master’s degree in Behavior Analysis. Recipients must be enrolled for a minimum of 6 semester credit hours any semester they receive scholarship funds.

Typical scholarship awards are $1,000, distributed equally across fall and spring semesters.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Douglas P. Field Scholarship for Graduate Student Research

Open to graduate student’s enrolled in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a master’s degree in Behavior Analysis and in the process of completing an experimental thesis.

Awards vary depending on the costs of the student's thesis and the amount of money available for scholarships in a given year.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Grace of a Miracle Scholarship

Established by the generosity of Behavior Analysis Alumni, Tammy Lynn Cline Soza, this scholarship is open to graduate and undergraduate student’s enrolled in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a degree in Behavior Analysis, with a 2.5 GPA or above. Preference shall be given to students pursuing a career in behavior analysis committed to helping children with autism and their families with an emphasis on parent training, sibling involvement, interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Criminal Justice

J. Edgar Hoover CJUS Student Scholarship

Open to undergraduate student’s enrolled in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, who have completed 75 credit hours toward their undergraduate degree, with at least 15 of those credit hours completed at the University of North Texas as well as have a 3.0 GPA or above. Completion of a 500 word or less essay is also required as part of the application.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Jacob Andrew Fritsch Memorial Scholarship

Open to undergraduate student’s enrolled in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a 2.5 GPA or above. Completion of a 500 word or less essay is also required as part of the application.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Tory J. Caeti Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of Tory J. Caeti, an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at the University of North Texas, this scholarship is open to graduate students enrolled in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a master’s degree in Criminal Justice with a 3.0 GPA or above. Completion of an essay is also required as part of the application.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The Dr. Daniel M. Stewart Undergraduate Memorial Scholarship

Created in memory of Dr. Daniel M. Stewart who joined the UNT faculty in 2007 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and to provide scholarships for undergraduate students working towards a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice at the University, this scholarship is open to applicants who meet the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the College of Health and Public Service in effect at the time of any award. In the event that no applicant meets this criterion, then students enrolling full-time the College of Health and Public Service will be eligible for consideration. Typical scholarship awards are $1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Alpha Phi Sigma, Iota Theta Chapter, Undergraduate Scholarship

Open to undergraduate student’s enrolled in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, who have completed 75 credit hours toward their undergraduate degree, with at least 21 of those credit hours in Criminal Justice. The applicant must also be a member in good standing of the Iota Theta Chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma as well as have a 3.2 GPA or above. A letter of recommendation from a Criminal Justice instructor is required, and applicants must complete a 500 word or less essay describing their anticipated course of study within the Criminal Justice program.

Typical scholarship awards range up to $1,000.

Rehabilitation & Health Services

Cora A. Martin Scholarship Fund

Established in honor of Cora A. Martin, co-founder of the Center for Studies in Aging, at the time of her retirement in 1991, this scholarship is open to graduate student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a master’s degree in Applied Gerontology.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The Dan Minahan Memorial Scholarship

In honor of Dan Minahan III, a graduate of the Rehabilitation Studies program and a longtime supporter of the University of North Texas intercollegiate athletics programs this scholarship is open to undergraduate student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a degree in Rehabilitation Studies, with a 3.0 GPA or above. Incoming freshman may qualify for this scholarship if they have ranked in the top quarter of their graduating high school class and have a minimum score on the SAT of 1,000 or a 24 on the ACT.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Fort Worth Area Texas Rehabilitation Association Scholarship

Open to graduate and undergraduate, junior or senior, student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a degree in Rehabilitation Studies or Rehabilitation Counseling, with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Grace Ann Dudney Memorial Scholarship

Established in 1986 by University of North Texas alumna Linda Dudney and her husband, Philip Dudney, in memory of Grace Ann Dudney, this scholarship is open to graduate student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service, with a 2.5 GPA or above, and working towards a master’s degree in Applied Gerontology.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Jennifer Wells Memorial Scholarship

Jennifer Wells was a committed community volunteer and strong advocate for individuals with disabilities. Please describe in 2000 words or less, how you have been involved in the community and how you plan to use your degree to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.

To be eligible for consideration, an applicant for the Scholarship must possess the following characteristics:

Full-time Rehabilitation Counseling Major maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or better
Demonstrate eligibility for need-based financial assistance

Ken Miner Scholarship

In honor of Ken Miner, chair and faculty member of the department, who provided many year of professional leadership this scholarship is open to undergraduate juniors and seniors and graduate rehabilitation majors enrolled full time in the College of Health and Public Service, who are clearly outstanding in terms of academic performance, with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Typical scholarship awards are $200.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Mary Jane Dowse Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2002 with a bequest from University of North Texas alumna Mary Jane Dowse, this scholarship is open to graduate student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service, with a 2.5 GPA or above, and working towards a degree in Applied Gerontology.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Rapoport/Friedsam Scholarship

Established by Bernard and Audre Rapoport in 1994, in honor of Hiram J. Friedsam, co-founder of the Center for Studies in Aging, this scholarship is open to graduate student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service, working towards a master’s degree in Applied Gerontology, with a 2.5 GPA or above, and who are pursuing careers in services to the aging population.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The Carson Brock Endowed Scholarship in Support of UNT ENGAGE

Jean Ann Brock, the donor who established this endowment, is a passionate advocate for neurodiverse students pursuing higher education. It is her deeply held wish that supporting UNT ENGAGE through this scholarship will enable student success through increasing awareness of self and the provision of support mechanisms for neurodivergent students. Jean Ann chose to create this scholarship in honor of her son, Carson Brock and his life spent diligently working to be the best he can be. It is Jean Ann’s passionate hope that through this scholarship, others can follow in his footsteps.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

To be eligible for consideration, an applicant for the Scholarship must possess the following criteria:

Enroll as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in any degree-granting major at the University;
Be a participant in the UNT ENGAGE program within the Department of Rehabilitation and Health Services at the University.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full-time enrollment. Students also must the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the University.

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

Brenda L. Petersen Scholarship

Open to undergraduate student’s enrolled fulltime in the College of Health and Public Service, who are interested in pursuing a degree in Audiology within the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Typical scholarship awards range from $250-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Rebecca Riegler Yates Endowed Scholarship

Open to graduate students enrolled fulltime in the Speech-Language Pathology program in the College of Health and Public Service, with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Typical scholarship awards range from $250-$1000. The number of competitive awards given each year is dependent on the number of applicants.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

The Marjorie Murray Lane Audiology Endowment

Created in honor of Marjorie Murray Lane and to support full-time audiology graduate students at the University, this scholarship is open to applicants who meet the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the Department of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology in effect at the time of any award. In the event no applicant meets this criteria, students enrolling full-time in Speech-Language Pathology will be eligible.

This scholarship may be awarded to a previous recipient on an annual basis if the recipient reapplies and continues to meet eligibility requirements.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Emergency Management & Disaster Science

Tom Joslin Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of Tom Joslin, one of the first faculty members of the Emergency Administration and Planning program at the University of North Texas, this scholarship is open to students who are at least a sophomore at the time the award is made, who are enrolled full time in the College of Health and Public Service with a 3.0 GPA or above and who are committed to a career in emergency management. Applicants should demonstrate leadership qualities and involvement in community service activities. The completion of an essay as well as two letters of reference from sources outside of the EADP program are required as part of the application.

Scholarships are awarded each year in the amount of $1,000 payable in two installments ($500 in the fall and spring semesters).

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

For instructions on how to apply, please click here.

The Michael A. Penaluna Endowed Scholarship in Emergency Administration and Planning

The Michael A. Penaluna Endowed Scholarship in Emergency Administration and Planning is open to emergency management students with a 3.0 GPA or above enrolled full time in the College of Health and Public Service Department of Emergency Management and Disaster Science. Established by Michael A. Penaluna, a career emergency management professional, 1988 graduate of the Emergency Administration and Planning (EADP) program at the University of North Texas, and strong supporter of UNT and its EADP program, the scholarship is open to students who demonstrate eligibility for need-based financial assistance as determined by completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Recipients also must join and be active members of the International Association of Emergency Managers Student Chapter.

This scholarship may be awarded to a previous recipient on an annual basis if the recipient reapplies and continues to meet eligibility requirements.

For instructions on how to apply, please click here.

Alyssa Carrier Emergency Management Scholarship

Established in honor of Alyssa Carrier, whose hope is for this scholarship to give back to an industry that furthers her passion for helping others, the Alyssa Carrier Emergency Management Scholarship provides scholarships for students pursing a major in emergency administration and planning in the Department of Emergency Management and Disaster Science in the College of Health and Public Service who demonstrate eligibility for need-based financial assistance as determined by completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Recipients must also must meet the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the University.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full-time enrollment.

Public Administration

Charldean Newell Award

One year scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $12,000. Deadline for applications is March 21^st, but the review process begins on February 1^st and awards are given until funding is exhausted. Applicants must be first-term students in the MPA program for Fall semester. Preference is given to students with a minimum GPA of 3.0. GRE scores are NOT required. Completion of the general scholarship application is sufficient for consideration. Recipients must be full-time students.

Clarence E. Ridley Scholarship

Sponsored by the Texas City Management Association, the Ridley scholarship provides $3,500 for one year of study. Applicants should be in their second year of graduate study and be either a full or part-time student. Applicants should have a strong career interest in municipal management. The application deadline is usually mid-December and is made to TCMA.

Debra Brooks Feazelle Internship Award

Established to provide support to MPA students in the Department of Public Administration who are completing a 440 hour internship with a qualifying small city or nonprofit organization. This scholarship is open to graduate students enrolled full-time in the MPA program in the College of Health and Public Service.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000. Award will be distributed as hourly compensation during the duration of employment.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

E. Ray Griffin Scholarship

One time award of $1,000. Deadline for applications is February 1^st. Applicants must have completed 30 hours in the UNT MPA program by the deadline. The recipient of this award is named the Outstanding MPA Student as selected by the faculty and announced at the annual alumni luncheon. Preference is given to students with a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the UNT MPA program. Completion of the general scholarship application is sufficient for consideration.

Lynn F. Anderson Fellowship

Sponsored by the Government Finance Officers Association of Texas, an annual one-year award of $4,000 to a student interested in financial management. The application deadline is usually March or April and is made to GFOAT.

MPA Alumni Scholarships

One year scholarship worth $1,000 that is given for the subsequent Fall/Spring semesters ($500 each). Deadline for applications is June 1^st. Applicants must have completed 18 hours in the UNT MPA program by June 1^st. Preference will be given to applicants with a minimum program GPA of 3.5. Got to the Eagle Scholarship Portal for consideration. Recipients must be full-time students.

Wib and Nancy Kamp Scholarship

One year scholarship worth $1,000 that is given for the subsequent the Spring/Summer semesters. Deadline for applications is November 1^st. Applicants must be first-term students in the MPA program for Spring semester. Preference is given to students with a minimum GPA of 3.0. GRE scores are NOT required. Completion of the general scholarship application is sufficient for consideration. Recipients must be full-time students.

The Gordon R. Carpenter Endowed Scholarship in Public Service

The Gordon R. Carpenter Endowed Scholarship in Public Service provides scholarships for full-time graduate students majoring in Public Administration at the University of North Texas who meet the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the Department of Public Administration. Established to honor Gordon R. Carpenter, 1940 graduate of UNT with a Bachelor of Science degree in Government and Economics, for his public service to the North Texas region and the nation, the scholarship is open to MPA students in good academic standing and who demonstrate a commitment to public service.

This scholarship may be awarded to a previous recipient on an annual basis if the recipient reapplies and continues to meet eligibility requirements.

The Jennifer Cowley Endowed Scholarship in Urban Planning

Established to provide support to students studying urban planning, this $1,000 scholarship is open to full-time students in the Urban Policy and Planning degree program. In the event no applicant meets this criteria, students enrolled full-time in the Department of Public Administration will be eligible for consideration.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Social Work

Fannie Belle Gaupp Scholarship

Established in honor of Fannie Belle Gaupp, the founding social work Director at the college of Health and Public Service, this scholarship is open undergraduate students enrolled fulltime in the Department of Social Work who currently are working towards a BSW degree with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Typical scholarship awards range from $500-$1,000.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

Social Work/Title IV-E Child Welfare Scholarship

Established to provide financial support to qualified social work students who are preparing for careers in Child Protective Services (CPS), this scholarship is open to undergraduate students who have successfully completed SOWK 4700 as well as other social work degree requirements. To be eligible for consideration, an applicant must also attend the Title IV-E Orientation Seminar, be eligible to graduate after field placement, complete Title IV-E application packet, pass the required background checks, pass the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS) pre-employment screening test and contract with TDFPS Child Protective Service for employment upon graduation from UNT.

Typical stipend is $5500 and up to eight of these training stipends are awarded each year.

For more information please contact Kayla Whitworth.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

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