5 Financial Aid

Swarthmore’s commitment to financial aid and access is at the core of our educational mission. We understand that students are admitted from a variety of economic backgrounds. The College strives to make it possible for all admitted students to attend Swarthmore, regardless of their ability to pay by meeting 100% of institutionally determined financial need for all admitted students. Decisions about financial aid eligibility and admission to the College are made separately for students who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented/DACA students graduating from a U.S. high school. More than 50 percent of our student body received need-based aid from an overall financial aid budget of more than $52 million during the 2022-23 academic year. The average aid award for 2022-23 was $62,570, with awards ranging from $1,000 - $80,479.

Although admission and financial aid decisions are made separately, they are made concurrently. A prospective student should apply for Swarthmore’s financial aid and external financial assistance when applying for admission to Swarthmore. Instructions for completing a financial aid application can be found at www.swarthmore.edu/financial-aid. Our financial aid application process is thorough and requires submission of family information as well as income documentation so that the College can base the financial aid decision on a holistic picture of a family’s economic situation. Once a student submits a financial aid application, our Financial Aid Committee carefully considers all of the family’s detailed financial information, which is used to determine the family’s ability to contribute to the costs of a Swarthmore education.

For 2023-2024, the College’s billed charges, which include tuition, room, board, and a student activity fee, will be $81,376. The activity fee covers admission to all social, cultural, and athletic events on campus, as well as printing and laundry. The Financial Aid Office uses the larger figure of $83,676 as an estimated total cost of attendance for the purposes of determining aid; this figure includes $1,540 for personal expenses and $760 for academic supplies. An allowance to cover the cost of travel for domestic students who live more than 100 miles from the College varies. Although Swarthmore financial aid awards are loan-free, families might choose to borrow loans to pay a portion of the educational expenses (see section 5.2).

The College reviews each student’s family financial situation annually, in keeping with our policy of basing financial aid on determined need. Students who would like to be considered for a financial aid award for the next academic year must submit a new financial aid application each year. Financial Aid eligibility may change from year-to-year. Assistance is available only during a normal-length undergraduate program (eight semesters inclusive of 32 course credits) and only if a student enrolls full-time each semester and makes satisfactory academic progress. These factors also apply in our consideration of a sibling’s undergraduate educational expenses. Students who choose to live off-campus will not receive Swarthmore Scholarship or Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants in excess of their college bills. However, the cost of living off campus will be recognized in the calculation of a student’s financial need, and other outside sources of aid may be used to help meet off-campus living expenses once the college bill is satisfied.

U.S. citizens and permanent residents who have not previously received financial aid may become eligible and may apply to receive aid if their financial situations have changed. A student who marries may continue to apply for aid, though parents are still expected to contribute to the student’s education. Financial support for international students is limited and must be requested during the admission application process. New financial aid applications from international students cannot be considered after admission. Answers to most financial aid questions are available at www.swarthmore.edu/financialaid.

5.1 Scholarships

For the academic year 2022-23, the College will have awarded more than $52 million in Swarthmore Scholarship funds. About one-half of that sum was provided through the generosity of alumni and friends by special gifts and the scholarships listed in section 5.4. Students do not apply for a specific College scholarship. Rather, the College decides who is to receive restricted endowed scholarships or support from general scholarship funds. Although the qualifying criteria for awarding most endowed scholarships remain general, some donors have established explicit guidelines that closely mirror the interests of the individual for whom the scholarship is named. However, financial need is a requirement for all College scholarships except the McCabe Scholarship. Federal Pell Grants and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are also available to eligible students.

5.2 Loan Funds

Some families use loans to pay for part of their college costs. First-year students may borrow up to $5,500; sophomores may borrow $6,500, and juniors and seniors may borrow up to $7,500. The Federal Direct Stafford Loan is a long-term, low-interest educational loan. Eligibility for a Federal Direct Stafford Loan is determined by the College, using federal guidelines. Parents who wish to borrow might consider the Federal Direct PLUS Loan. Parents may borrow up to the full cost of annual attendance minus any financial aid accepted by their student. Repayment of the PLUS loan may be made over a 10-year period. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the Direct Stafford or Direct PLUS loans. For more information about these loan programs or other financing options, go to our website at www.swarthmore.edu/financial-aid.

5.3 Student Employment

Student employment on the Swarthmore campus is coordinated by the Student Employment Office (SEO). Campus jobs are available in such areas as our libraries, Information Technology Services, the student-run coffeehouse, Sharples Dining Hall, Scott Arboretum, most academic and administrative offices, and many other places on campus. Most students apply for campus positions when they arrive in the fall, but some new job openings are posted for the spring semester. On-campus hourly rates of pay are updated annually and can be found on the College’s Student Payroll website. Most students who receive financial aid are offered the opportunity to earn up to just over $2,000 during the academic year, and are given hiring priority; in addition, there are jobs available for non-aided students who wish to work on campus. Students are encouraged to keep a moderate work schedule (no more than about seven or eight hours per week) so that their academic performance remains a top priority. About 1,200 of our 1,620 students choose to work.

5.4 Scholarship Funds

All students who demonstrate financial need are offered scholarship aid, some of which is drawn from the following named funds. However, students should not worry if they do not fit the specific restrictions listed because their scholarships will instead be drawn from other sources not listed here. By completing the aid application process, a student will be considered for the following funds. No separate application is needed.

(Financial need is a requirement for all scholarships except the McCabe Scholarships. No separate application is required to apply for the following:)

The Catherine G. ‘72 and Ernest B. ‘72 Abbott Scholarship, established in 1999 by Catherine and Ernest Abbott, is awarded to a first-year student who shows great promise. This renewable scholarship is for a man or woman who demonstrates financial need and academic excellence.

The Karim Abdel-Motaal ‘90 Egypt Scholarship was established in 2012. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given first to students from Egypt, secondarily to Arab or Arab American students and thence to international students or students from the United States. For each of the preceding preferences, additional preference will be given to women candidates.

The Frank and Alice Adelberg Scholarship was established by Stephen M. Harnik ‘75 in 2010 in his capacity as executor of their charitable estate. The Adelbergs were Holocaust survivors who believed deeply in Jewish causes which promoted peaceful international discourse and who dedicated their benefactions to such endeavors. The scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given to students who have an interest in human rights, conflict resolution, and the promotion of peace and understanding.

The Lisa P. Albert ‘81 Scholarship, established in 1983 by Lisa Albert and her mother, Stella Saltonstall, is awarded to a young man or woman on the basis of scholarship and financial need, with preference given to a student with a demonstrated interest in the humanities.

The George I. Alden Scholarship, established in 1989 as a memorial by the Alden Trust with matching funds from several individual donors, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference given to a student from New England studying in the sciences or engineering.

The Vivian B. Allen Foundation, established in 1969, provides scholarship aid to enable foreign students to attend Swarthmore College as part of the foundation’s interest in the international exchange of students.

The Susan W. Almy ‘68 Scholarship was established by this alumna in 2003. The fund supports financial aid for needy students at Swarthmore College, with preference given to students interested in international careers, especially in developing nations.

The Alumni Council Scholarship, established in 2000 by the Alumni Council of Swarthmore College, is awarded based on academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Alumni Scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of financial need. Established in 1991, it is funded through alumni gifts and bequests to encourage donors who cannot fund a fully endowed named scholarship.

The John R. ‘53 and Joyce B. ‘55 Ambruster Scholarship was created in 2001. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Anadarko Endowed Scholarship was established by Mike Nelson ‘81 and Michelle Murray in 2012. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to students who come from the states of Oklahoma, New Mexico, Nebraska, Kansas or Arkansas.

The Anderson Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for students from Northern Ireland; Plymouth County, Massachusetts; and New York City, and is renewable.

The Janice R. Anderson ‘42 Scholarship, established in 2006, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Smitha Arekapudi ‘99 Scholarship was established in 2006 by Drs. Bapu and Vijayalakshmi Arekapudi. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to a premed student, with a background in the humanities and social sciences, who plans to become a doctor and care for patients. Preference is also given to students who show commitment to socially responsible citizenship, with demonstrated qualities of exceptional character, intellectual curiosity, and leadership.

The Evenor Armington Scholarship, created in 1980 in recognition of the long-standing and affectionate connection between the Armington family and Swarthmore College, is given each year to a worthy student with financial need.

The Paul ‘62 and Catherine ‘60 Armington Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given to students who have plans to or are currently studying in Africa.

The Barclay G. Atkinson Scholarship and Rebecca M. Atkinson Scholarship were established in 1892 by Rebecca M. Atkinson and are now part of the general scholarship fund.

The Frank and Marie Aydelotte Scholarship, established in 1946 by family, friends, and alumni, is awarded to a new student who shows promise of distinguished intellectual attainment based on sound character and personality. The award is made in honor of Frank Aydelotte, president of the College from 1921 to 1940 and originator of the Honors Program at Swarthmore, and Marie Osgood Aydelotte, his wife.

The David Baltimore ‘60 Scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in 2000. This renewable scholarship is awarded with preference given to a junior or senior majoring in biology or chemistry.

The Norman Barasch Scholarship was established in 2006 by Richard Barasch ‘75 in honor of his father. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Philip and Roslyn Barbash, M.D., Scholarship was endowed in 1990 as a memorial by their daughter and son-in-law, Babette B. Weksler, M.D., ‘58 and Marc E. Weksler, M.D., ‘58. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to women with an interest in the sciences and, in particular, in the environment.

The Charles F. Barber Scholarship was established in 2009 by Charles F. Barber, a member of the Board of Managers from 1967 to 1974, in memory of his wife of 62 years, Lois LaCroix Barber. Lois and Charles raised four children, including Robin Barber ‘74. The scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The W. Herman Barcus ‘27 Scholarship, established in his memory in 1982 by his widow, Kate, and his employer, Sun Oil, is awarded to a student with financial need.

The Philip H. Barley ‘66 Memorial Scholarship was established in 1968 in memory of Philip H. Barley by his family and friends and the Class of 1966, which he served as president. The scholarship provides financial assistance for a junior or senior who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities at Swarthmore.

The Franklin E. Barr Jr. ‘48 Scholarship was established in 1984 by Betty Barr to honor her husband’s memory and is awarded to a first-year student who has broad academic and extracurricular interests and shows promise of developing these abilities for the betterment of society. This scholarship, based on financial need, is renewable for three years.

The Robert A. Barr, Jr. ‘56 Scholarship was established by a group of alumni in 2011 in honor of Robert A. Barr, Jr., who served Swarthmore College as Dean of Men from 1962-1970, and as Dean of Admissions from 1977-1994. This scholarship was created to honor Dean Barr for his contributions to the lives of Swarthmore students; as an unfailingly supportive adviser to so many he admitted to the College, and as a role model who taught us how to treat and respect one another. This renewable scholarship will be awarded to a first year student with strong academic credentials who also shows promise of making substantial contributions to the co-curricular life of the campus. When appropriate, preference will be given to sons and daughters of Swarthmore alumni.

The Peter B. Bart ‘54 Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded to deserving students.

The Connie L. Baxter Scholarship was established by Eugene M. Lang ‘38 in 2010 in honor of Connie L. Baxter, in recognition of her extraordinary dedication as a member of the Swarthmore College staff. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given to students who transfer to Swarthmore from a community college, or to students with an interest in classics or theater.

The H. Albert Beekhuis Scholarship in engineering is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need to a first-year student and is renewable through the senior year as long as that student retains a major in engineering. This scholarship was endowed in 1989 through the generous bequest of Dr. Beekhuis, neighbor, friend, and successful chemical engineer.

The Patty Y. and A.J. Bekavac Scholarship. Established in 1997 by their daughter, Nancy Y. Bekavac ‘69, the scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need, with preference given to students from western Pennsylvania.

The Margaret Fraser Bell ‘53 Scholarship, created in 2000 in her memory by her husband, Monroe Bell, is awarded each year to a junior on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to a student majoring in Russian.

The Sherry F. Bellamy ‘74 Scholarship was established in 2003 by Sherry Bellamy. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Belville Scholarship was established in 1882 by Catharine Reading Belville, Class of 1919. Honoring Robert Chambers Belville and Margaret Klein Belville, the scholarship is awarded annually to an incoming student of particular promise.

The Brand and Frances Blanshard Scholarship, established in 1987 by a former student to honor the memory of this philosophy professor and his wife, is given to a deserving student with high academic promise.

The Al and Peggi Bloom Endowment for Advancing Swarthmore’s Global Reach was established in 2005. This endowment supports international student financial aid and supports faculty effort in any discipline or across disciplines that enhances the global reach of the college curriculum.

The Jeanne Cotten Blum ‘40 Scholarship, established in 2003 by Jeanne Cotten Blum, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The scholarship is renewable.

The Frank ‘36 and Benita Blumenthal Scholarship was established in 2006 by Frank Blumenthal. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Curtis Bok Scholarship was established in 1964, the College’s centennial year, in honor of the late Philadelphia attorney, author, and jurist, who was a Quaker and honorary alumnus of Swarthmore. The renewable scholarship is assigned annually to a junior or senior whose qualities of mind and character indicate a potential for humanitarian service such as Curtis Bok himself rendered and would have wished to develop in young people. Students in any field of study, and from any part of this country or from abroad, are eligible.

The Winifred Cammack Bond ‘43 Scholarship was established by Winifred Cammack Bond and her husband, George Cline Bond ‘42, to be awarded to a first-year student who is the first member of his or her family to attend college, with a high school record showing strong academic, athletic, and leadership abilities. Established 2005.

The Book and Key Scholarship was established in 1965 by members of Book and Key, a men’s secret honorary society, when the society was dissolved. The scholarship is awarded to a member of the senior class.

The Anne C. Booth ‘32 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by this alumna who wanted students to be able to share the special educational experience she enjoyed, regardless of financial need. Although Anne died in 2006, her memory lives on through this scholarship.

The Frank R. Borchert Jr. ‘58 and Thomas K. Glennan Jr. ‘57 Scholarship was established in 2002 by T. Keith ‘82 and Kathryn P. ‘82 Glennan in honor and memory of their uncle and father who, from their days as fraternity brothers at Swarthmore, became lifelong friends and brothers-in-law. They shared a common commitment to educational excellence, and each devoted his professional life to this cause. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Edward S. Bower ‘42 Memorial Scholarship, established in 1958 by Mr. and Mrs. Ward T. Bower in memory of their son, is awarded annually to a student who ranks high in scholarship, character, and personality.

The George ‘38 and Josephine Clarke ‘41 Braden Scholarship was established in 1999 by their children in honor of George and in memory of Josephine. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a student with demonstrated need for financial assistance, with preference for a child of immigrant parents or guardians.

The William A. Bradford Jr. ‘66 Scholarship was established in 2000 by William Bradford. The renewable scholarship provides financial assistance to a student who shows great promise and is based on academic merit and financial need.

The Thompson Bradley Scholarship was established in 2016 in honor of Thompson Bradley, Professor Emeritus of Russian. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given to students with a demonstrated passion for social justice.

The Carol Paxson Brainerd ‘26 Scholarship, established in 2001, is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

The Susan Goldman Brandes ‘76 Memorial Scholarship was established in 2008 by her husband, Lee Brandes. The renewable scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to students majoring in chemistry.

The Daniel Walter Brenner ‘74 Memorial Scholarship, established in 1979 by family and friends in memory of Daniel W. Brenner, is awarded to a senior majoring in biology who is distinguished for scholarship and has an interest in plant ecology, wildlife preservation, or animal behavior research. The recipient is chosen with the approval of the biology faculty.

The Leon Willard Briggs ‘17 Scholarship, established in 1979 with a bequest from Ina Carey Diller in honor of her husband, is awarded to a worthy student with financial need.

The John S. Brod ‘34 Scholarship, established in 1984 with gifts from this chemistry major and his employer, Procter & Gamble, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The John G. Brokaw Scholarship was established in 2005 by Lawrence Jean Richardson ‘78 and Jacqueline Brokaw Richardson ‘80. It is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Robert C. Brooks Scholarship was established in 1964 by several of his former students as a memorial to Professor Brooks, who taught political science at Swarthmore from 1912 to 1941. The scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Edna Pownall Buffington, Class of 1898, Scholarship was established by a bequest from Albert Buffington, Class of 1896, during 1964, the College’s centennial year. This scholarship honors a graduate and a longtime resident of Swarthmore and is awarded on the basis of financial need.

The Bushnell Family Scholarship was established in 2005 by the Bushnell family: father Douglas, daughter Rebecca Bushnell ‘74, and brothers Michael and David, in honor of wife and mother, Peggy Meeker ‘45. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Malcolm Campbell ‘44 Unitarian Scholarship, established by Malcolm Campbell on the occasion of his 50th reunion, is awarded to a student who is an active Unitarian Universalist with financial need and a strong academic record. The scholarship is renewable.

The Calvo Resiliency Scholarship was established by Dana Calvo ‘92 in 2018.  The renewable scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need with a preference given to students who have demonstrated resiliency in their lifetime.

The Centennial Scholarship, established in 1964 with gifts from many donors to the Centennial Campaign, is awarded on the basis of financial need.

The Richard N. Chambers ‘48 Scholarship was established by the bequest of Clyde Chambers, father of Richard, in 2012 in memory of Richard N. Chambers ‘48. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Peggy Chan Endowed Scholarship was established in 2017 by Winston Zee ‘07 in honor of his wife. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference shall be given to international students.

The Chang/Hawley ‘58 Scholarship, established in 2003, is named for Rosalind Chang Whitehead and John K. Hawley. Their son, Charles Loy Hawley ‘85, is also an alumnus. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

The Chi Omega Scholarship, established by the sorority and the Swarthmore Chapter of Gamma Alpha, provides an award to a student annually on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Established 1941.

The Elinor Jones Clapp ‘46 Scholarship was established in 2003. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference given to students who are U.S. citizens residing abroad.

The William ‘17 and Eleanor Stabler ‘18 Clarke Scholarships, established in 1985 in their honor by W. Marshall ‘47 and Cornelia Clarke ‘46 Schmidt, are awarded to two worthy first-year students with financial need. Preference for these renewable scholarships is accorded to members of the Society of Friends.

The Class of 1913 Scholarship, established on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion, is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The Class of 1914 Scholarship, established in honor of the class’s 50th reunion, is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The Class of 1915 Scholarship, established in 1940, is awarded to a student with financial need.

The Class of 1917 Scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The Class of 1925 Scholarship, created on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1930 Scholarship was endowed on the occasion of the class’s 60th reunion. The renewable scholarship is awarded alternately to a woman or a man on the basis of sound character and academic achievement, with preference given to those who exercise leadership in athletics and community service.

The Class of 1932 Scholarship was established on the occasion of the class’s 70th reunion. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1938 Harriet and William Carroll Scholarship was established on the occasion of the class’s 65th reunion by their classmates and members of their family in honor of the Carrolls’ long-standing service to the College. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1939 Scholarship was established at the 50th reunion of the class in fond memory of Frank Aydelotte, president of the College from 1921 to 1940, and his wife, Marie Aydelotte. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a worthy student with financial need.

The Class of 1941 Scholarship was created in celebration of the 50th reunion of the class. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1943 Scholarship, established to honor the 50th reunion of that class, is awarded to a student in the sophomore class on the basis of sound character and academic achievement, with preference given to those participating in athletics and community service. The scholarship is renewable through the senior year.

The Class of 1946 Scholarship was established on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion in recognition of the Swarthmore tradition that so influenced its members.

The Class of 1949 Scholarship was established in 1999 in celebration of the class’s 50th reunion. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1950 Scholarship, established on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion, is awarded to one or more deserving students. It is renewable.

The Class of 1952 Evans H. Burn Memorial Scholarship, established on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion in memory of the class’s longtime president, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. It is renewable.

The Class of 1954 Scholarship, established on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. It is renewable.

The Class of 1956 Scholarship, established on the occasion of the class’s 25th reunion, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1957 Gilmore Stott Memorial Scholarship, established on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion, is in memory of Dean Gilmore Stott, who died in 2005. A beloved College professor and dean for 55 years who played the viola in the College orchestra, taught ethics, and counseled thousands of students; he was widely admired for his intelligence, judicial manner, modesty, gentleness, and consideration of others. This renewable scholarship is awarded, on the basis of academic merit and financial need, to a student who shares some of Dean Stott’s wonderful characteristics.

The Class of 1960 Scholarship was created in honor of the 50th reunion of the class. This renewable scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1963 Scholarship, awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, is renewable through the senior year. The scholarship was created in honor of the class’s 25th reunion.

The Class of 1964 Scholarship, established in honor of their 50th reunion, is renewable and awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1965 Scholarship was established in 2015 in honor of the class’s 50th reunion. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Class of 1967 Scholarship was established in 2012 on the occasion of the Class’s 45th reunion. The renewable scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1969 Scholarship was established at the 25th reunion of the class in honor of the contributions made by Courtney Smith, president of Swarthmore College from 1953 to 1969. The scholarship was given with bittersweet memories of the campus turmoil of the 1960s and with confidence in the power of open discussion and reconciliation. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Class of 1976 Scholarship was established in 2013 in honor of the class’s upcoming 40th reunion in 2016. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Cochran Memorial Scholarship, established in 1979 in memory of the Cochran family by the estate of Marie A. Cochran, is awarded annually to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The David L. ‘77 and Rhonda R. ‘76 Cohen Scholarship, established in 2004, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Sarah A. Cole ‘34 Scholarship, founded in 1953 by her parents to celebrate her life and memory, is awarded to deserving students on the basis of academic merit.

The Charles A. Collins, Class of 1912, Scholarship, established in 1974, is awarded every year to a deserving student in need of financial assistance, in accordance with the donor’s will. Charles Collins, a New Jersey farmer, was active in local Quaker affairs and served as a trustee of the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting.

The N. Harvey Collisson ‘22 Scholarship, established in 1965 by his family and the Olin Mathieson Charitable Trust in memory of N. Harvey Collisson, is awarded to a first-year student. Selection places emphasis on character, personality, and ability.

The Gehan Talwatte ‘87 and Keara Connolly ‘87 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2011. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given first to students from Sri Lanka, secondarily to other international students, and thence to students from the United States.

The Marcia Perry Ruddick Cook ‘27 Scholarship is awarded to a junior on the basis of merit and need, with preference given to an English literature major. The renewable scholarship was endowed in 1987 by J. Perry Ruddick in memory of his mother.

The Edward Hanes Cooley ‘43 Endowed Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for a student majoring in engineering.

The Helen Ridgway Cooley, Class of 1907, Endowed Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for a female student majoring in music.

The Stephanie Cooley ‘70 Scholarship was established in loving memory by her parents in 1984 and is awarded on the basis of financial need, with preference for a student from Greece or a student with an interest in the study of classics.

The Sarah Kaighn Cooper Scholarship, founded by Sallie K. Johnson in memory of her grandmothers, Sarah Kaighn and Sarah Cooper, is awarded to the member of the junior class who is judged by the faculty to have had the best record for scholarship, character, and influence since entering the College. Established 1920.

The David S. Cowden ‘42 Scholarship was established in 1977 by David Cowden, who taught English literature at Swarthmore from 1949 until his death in 1983. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need.

The Mark W. Crandall ‘80 International Scholarship was established in 2004. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for international students.

The John ‘41 and Barbara Crowley Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by the Crowleys as a symbol of their long-standing affection for and commitment to the College. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Crum Meadow Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in 2001. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Ellsworth F. Curtin ‘16 Memorial Scholarship was established in 1982 by Margaretta Cope Curtin ‘18 in memory of her husband, with preference for engineering majors.

The Marion L. Dannenberg Scholarship, established in 1978, is awarded to a first-year student with financial need who ranks high in personality, character, and scholarship. This endowment is in memory of Mrs. Dannenberg, who was the mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother of seven students who attended Swarthmore.

The Anna Janney DeArmond ‘32 Scholarship was established by bequest from her estate in 2008. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to a female upper-class student interested in a teaching career at the high school or college level, majoring or expressing an interest in literature in the English language or the history of countries in which the language of literature is ordinarily English.

The Edith Thatcher ‘50 and C. Russell ‘47 de Burlo Scholarship is awarded to Swarthmore College students who are United States citizens whose legal residence is in Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, or Massachusetts and who intend to major either in engineering or the humanities. The renewable scholarship, established in 1986 as the gift of Edith and Russell de Burlo, is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

The Kenneth William DeFontes Jr., Class of 1972, Scholarship was established in 2006 to support a deserving student who expresses interest in pursuing a major in engineering or the physical sciences. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need and may be given to a first-year student.

The Delta Gamma Scholarship, created by the sorority, is awarded to a student who has demonstrated academic merit and financial need. Established 1953.

The William Diebold, Class of 1906, William Diebold Jr., Class of 1937, and John T. Diebold, Class of 1949, Endowed Scholarship was established in 2004 by John T. Diebold in honor of the Diebold family. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for students studying and performing research in Europe.

The Edward L. Dobbins ‘39 Memorial Scholarship was established by Hope J. Dobbins in 1997 in memory of her husband. The Dobbins scholarship is awarded to a worthy student who demonstrates a commitment to the betterment of society through involvement in community or environmental activism. Preference for the renewable scholarship is given to residents of Berkshire County, Mass.

The Patrick A. Dolan Scholarship was established by Patrick D. Dolan ‘83 in 2004. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need to a first-year student who shows great promise.

The Francis W. D’Olier, Class of 1907, Scholarship, created in 1964 in memory of Francis W. D’Olier, is awarded to a first-year student. Selection for the renewable scholarship focuses on character, personality, and ability.

The William Dorsey Scholarship was established in 1906 through the estate of Elizabeth Dorsey, a member of the Board of Managers from 1868 to 1870, in memory of her father, who served on the Board of Managers from 1862 to 1865 and from 1867 to 1874. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need.

The Agnes B. Doty Memorial Scholarship was established in 2000 by her daughter, Christine M. Doty ‘70. The renewable scholarship is awarded each year, with a preference given to students majoring in Asian studies.

The Marcel Dubien Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007 by Jacques Joussot-Dubien ‘49 to honor his father. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to students from Europe who are not U.S. citizens.

The Faith ‘51 and Ross ‘50 Eckler Scholarship was established in 2002 by A. Ross and Faith Woodward Eckler. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to a man or woman with a commitment to community service.

The Marjorie Vandeusen ‘38 and J. Earle ‘36 Edwards Scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in 2000. The renewable scholarship is awarded with preference given to a junior or senior who has demonstrated a commitment to socially responsible citizenship, with a special interest in peace and conflict studies.

The Maurice G. Eldridge ‘61 Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in recognition of outstanding administrators at Swarthmore College. The Eldridge Scholarship was established in 1999 to honor Maurice G. Eldridge, vice president of college and community relations and executive assistant to the president. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a student with merit and need who has demonstrated a commitment to socially responsible citizenship, with a preference for a student from the Washington, D.C., public school system, especially from either the Banneker Academic High School, Duke Ellington School of the Arts, or the Bell Multicultural School.

The George Ellsler, Class of 1890, Scholarship, created in 1943 by a bequest from Mary Ellsler, is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The Ali El-Yassir ‘51 Scholarship was established in 2019. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need. This gift was given to promote the College’s efforts to increase access to a Swarthmore College education for students with demonstrated financial need, and was given with the knowledge that the College is committed to giving students from Palestine or the Palestinian diaspora an equal opportunity to receive assessed financial aid under the College’s policies. This scholarship is renewable.

The Robert K. Enders Scholarship, established by his friends and former students to honor Dr. Robert K. Enders, a member of the College faculty from 1932 to 1970, is awarded annually to a worthy student with an interest in the study of biological problems in a natural environment.

The J. Horace Ervien, Class of 1903, Scholarship, created in 1979 with gifts from J. Horace Ervien and his wife, is awarded to students demonstrating academic merit and financial need.

The European Alumni Scholarship was established in 2006 by gifts from Antoinette Graefin zu Eltz ‘01, Jacques Joussot-Dubien ‘49, and other European alumni. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is for students from Europe who are not U.S. citizens.

The Howard S., Class of 1903, and Gertrude P. Evans Scholarship provides scholarships for worthy students with financial need. Howard Evans majored in engineering at Swarthmore and was a native of the village of Swarthmore. Established 1958.

The Philip Evans Scholarship was established in 1986 by Jerome Kohlberg ‘46 in memory of his longtime friend and classmate, Dr. Phillip Evans ‘48. Dr. Evans was a highly admired physician, faithfully serving patients from all walks of life. Evans Scholars are expected to develop themselves as critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and engaged participants in local and world affairs. They are awarded to students who in their high school years have demonstrated leadership, integrity, intelligence and a commitment to the larger community. The Scholarships are awarded to members of the first year class, are renewable annually, and provide summer opportunity grants that are awarded on the recommendation of the dean of students.

The Michael A. Fedak Scholarship The Michael A. Fedak Scholarship has been established by Michael S. Fedak ‘82 to honor the memory of his son.  The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference given to students from New Jersey majoring in economics or mathematics.

The Samuel and Gretchen Vogel ‘56 Feldman Scholarship was established in 1992 by Gretchen Vogel Feldman and her husband, Samuel. The renewable scholarship, awarded on the basis of financial need, is given to a student interested in pursuing a teaching career. Preference is given to residents of Martha’s Vineyard.

The Samuel M. and Gretchen Vogel ‘56 Feldman Scholarship II was established in 2000. The renewable scholarship, awarded on the basis of financial need, is given to a student interested in pursuing a teaching career after graduating from Swarthmore College. Preference is given to residents of Martha’s Vineyard.

The Jack Fingersh Scholarship was established by Paul Fingersh ‘86 in 2018 in honor of his father, Jack Fingersh. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. The Jack Fingersh Scholarship supports and promotes the College’s efforts to increase access to a Swarthmore College education for students with demonstrated financial need, and is given with the knowledge that the College is committed to giving students, including those juniors and seniors majoring in history or philosophy, an equal opportunity to receive assessed financial aid under the College’s policies.

The Jon Fleischaker ‘67 and Kim Greene Scholarship was established in 2021. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. The Jon Fleischaker, ‘67 and Kim Greene Scholarship supports and promotes the College’s efforts to increase access to a SwarthmoreCollege education for students with demonstrated financial need, and is given with the knowledge that the College is committed to giving students, including those from the state of Kentucky, equal opportunity to receive assessed financial aid under the College’s policies.

The Martin Fleisher ‘80 and Mark Risk ‘78 Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Eleanor Flexner ‘30 Scholarship, established in 1989, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to a student majoring in English literature.

The Margaret Mccain Ford ‘43 Scholarship was established in 2006 in her memory by her husband, Thomas Ford, and their children. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Norma Patz Fox ‘82 and Clifford Fox Scholarship was established in 2006 by Clifford and Norma Patz Fox. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Caroline W. Frame Scholarship was established in 1885 by a bequest from her grandfather, Samuel Willets. The funds, now part of the general scholarship fund, are awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The David W. Fraser Scholarship. This endowed scholarship was established in 1991 by the Board of Managers and friends of David Fraser in honor of his service as president of Swarthmore College from 1982 to 1991. This scholarship is awarded to one student enrolled in an approved program of academic study outside the boundaries of the United States. Preference is given to students studying in Asian, Middle Eastern, and African countries.

The Marianne Durand Frey ‘57 Scholarship, established by Marianne Durand Frey in 2002, reflects the donor’s gratitude for scholarship aid received during her attendance at Swarthmore. This renewable scholarship is awarded based on academic merit and financial need to a woman who has attended a public high school.

The Theodore and Elizabeth Friend Scholarship was established in 1981 and was announced during the closing ceremony for The Program for Swarthmore as an expression of respect and appreciation by board members and others who have been associated with them in the service of Swarthmore College. The scholarship honors this former president of Swarthmore, who served from 1973 to 1982, and his wife. It is awarded each year on the basis of financial need to a worthy student.

The Theodore Friend and Elizabeth Pierson Friend Scholarship was established by him in 2005 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for a student from an Islamic country or a student engaged in Islamic Studies.

The Toge and Mitsu Fujihira Scholarship was created in 2000 by their son, Donald Fujihira ‘69. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a man or woman who shows great promise and assumes both financial need and academic excellence. Preference is given to students of Asian descent.

The John and Gail Gaustad Scholarship was established by friends and students of the Gaustads to honor their many years of service to the College. In 1984, John Gaustad, the Edward Hicks Magill Professor of Astronomy, and his wife, Gail, started the practice of welcoming international students into their home during periods when the dorms were closed. Over the years, they were hosts to about 120 students with many becoming close and lasting friends. This renewable scholarship, expressing appreciation for the Gaustads’ generosity and dedication, is awarded annually to a promising student who demonstrates financial need and academic excellence. Established 2000.

The Martha Salzmann Gay ‘79 Scholarship was created in 2000 by Martha S. Gay. The renewable scholarship assumes both academic excellence and financial need and is awarded to a first-year student who shows great promise.

The David Gelber ‘63 and Kyoko Inouye Scholarship, established in 2004, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a first preference for students from New York or New Jersey majoring in history and a second preference for humanities majors.

The Jeffrey L. Gertler ‘74 Memorial Scholarship was established in 2005 by an anonymous donor. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Joseph E. Gillingham Scholarship was established by a bequest from prominent Philadelphia merchant Joseph E. Gillingham, who died in 1907. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Established 1907.

The Joyce Mertz Gilmore ‘51 Scholarship, awarded to an entering first-year student, is renewable. The recipient is chosen on the basis of mental vigor, concern for human welfare, and the potential to contribute to the College and the community outside. The award was established in 1976 by Harold Mertz ‘26 in memory of his daughter, Joyce Mertz Gilmore.

The Barbara Entenberg Gimbel ‘39 Scholarship was endowed in 1980 in memory of Barbara Entenberg Gimbel by her husband, Dr. Nicholas S. Gimbel. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of need to a worthy student, with preference for a black candidate.

The Chloe and Raoul Glant Scholarship was established in 2005 by their family to honor their zeal for lifelong learning and passion for greater understanding of the issues facing today’s world. The scholarship is awarded based on need and academic achievement, with a preference for a foreign or American student who demonstrates intellectual and personal integrity and a strong commitment to the public good.

The Barbara Nugent Glouchevitch Scholarship was established in 2004 by Michel Glouchevitch ‘77 in memory of his mother, a 1948 Bryn Mawr graduate. Barbara had close ties to Swarthmore and lived her abbreviated life enthusiastically pursuing career, family, intellectual, and sports activities. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit and need to students showing distinction in academics, leadership, and extracurricular activities.

The Marcia and John D. Goldman ‘71 Scholarship was created in 1992 and is awarded on the basis of need to a student with a strong academic record and leadership qualities. Preference is given to students from northern California.

The Berda Goldsmith Scholarship, established in 1991 in memory of Mrs. Goldsmith, is a need based scholarship awarded annually to a music major, beginning in his or her junior year. Mrs. Goldsmith was a music lover and patroness of the Settlement Music School. Preference will be given to a student who has attended the Settlement Music School and shows an interest and proficiency in playing the piano.

The Kermit Gordon ‘38 Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in 2000. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of need, merit, and an interest in public policy.

The Cynthia Norris Graae ‘62 and Stephen L. Bloom ‘62 Scholarship recognizes two dedicated alumni, both members of the Class of 1962. It was created by an anonymous donor in 2007 in recognition of Cynthia Norris Graae, an alumna whose service to the College included serving on Alumni Council and the Board of Managers, and expanded in 2011 in recognition of her late husband Stephen L. Bloom, an alumnus who was a gifted clarinetist who was a member of both the orchestra and the wind ensemble while a student at Swarthmore. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need, with preference given to a student who plays a musical instrument.

The Neil R. Grabois ‘57 Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in 2001. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference for students from urban public high schools who wish to study engineering or science.

The Sarah Maurer Graham ‘77 Scholarship was established in 2003 by Sarah’s husband, Robert B. Graham, after her passing to honor her curiosity, achievements, and passion for Swarthmore. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference given to students interested in classical studies.

The Edward F. Green ‘40 Scholarship, established in 1999 by a bequest from this alumnus, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Walter W. Green Scholarship and the White Open Scholarships Mr. and Mrs. Daniel S. White, Class of 1875, on the occasion of the class’s 50th reunion, established three scholarships in the names of Howard White Jr., Serena B. White, and Walter W. Green. They are awarded annually on the basis of financial need and are tenable for four consecutive years. Established 1925.

The James E. Gregory ‘85 Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is for music majors or students who study or perform music.

The Mary Lippincott Griscom, Class of 1901, Scholarship was established in 1969 by Mary Griscom and her daughter, Mary Griscom Colegrove ‘42, to provide financial aid on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The scholarship honors Mary L. Griscom, who served on the Board of Managers from 1916 to 1967.

The Robert G. Grossman ‘53 and Ellin Grossman Endowed Scholarship, created in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for biology or history majors.

The Pauline and Joseph Guss Endowed Scholarship was established in 2003 by Giles ‘72 and Barbara Guss Kemp. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit, with preference for students from Nebraska or, as a second consideration, students from the Midwest.

The Lucinda Buchanan Thomas ‘34 and Joseph H. ‘37 Hafkenschiel Scholarship was established as a memorial to Lucinda Thomas in 1989 by her husband and sons, Joseph III ‘68; B.A. Thomas ‘69; Mark C. ‘72; and John Proctor ‘75. Lucinda’s father, B.A. Thomas, M.D., graduated with the Class of 1899. This scholarship is awarded to a junior and is renewable, based on need. Preference is given to students who have demonstrated proficiency in water sports or have shown talent in art and who have been outstanding in service to the College.

The Mason Haire ‘37 Scholarship was established in 1986 by his wife, Vivian, in honor of this alumnus, a distinguished psychologist and former member of the Swarthmore College faculty. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student with financial need who is distinguished for intellectual promise and leadership.

The Nicole Alfandre Halbreiner ‘82 Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Margaret Johnson Hall ‘41 Scholarship for the Performing Arts was established in 1991 by Margaret Johnson Hall. The scholarship provides financial assistance based on academic merit and financial need, with preference for students intending to pursue a career in music or dance.

The Merritt W. Hallowell ‘61 Scholarships were established in 2005 by a bequest from Merritt Hallowell, a loyal and generous alumnus with a sincere interest in helping students. These renewable scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Helene and Mark ‘71 Hankin Scholarship was established in 2002 by the Hankins in memory of Mark Hankin’s father, Perch P. Hankin. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The John W. ‘60 and Ann E. Harbeson Scholarship, established by the Harbesons in 2004, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need to a first-year student, renewable through the senior year. Preference is given to a deserving international student, reflecting the donors’ active involvement, careers, and interests.

The Edith Ogden Harrison Memorial Scholarship was created in 2004 by her daughter, Armason Harrison ‘35. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student, with a preference for children of members of the Religious Society of Friends or to Native American students.

The Hartnett Engineering Scholarship was established in 2009 by Thomas ‘94 and Rachel Hartnett. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference for an engineering student who shows great promise.

The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship for Minority Students, established in 1988 by the Hearst Foundation Inc., provides financial assistance to minority students with financial need.

The Bernard B. and Phyllis N. Helfand Scholarship was established by their daughter, Margaret Helfand ‘69, in 2003 to honor their encouragement of nontraditional educational pathways. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to students interested in both art and science and a commitment to improving their communities through their work.

The J. Philip Herrmann Scholarship was established in 1983 by Katharine F. Herrmann ‘14 and Margaret Herrmann Ball ‘24 in honor of their father. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The E. Dyson and Carol Hogeland ‘38 Herting Scholarship was created in 1999 by Eugene M. Lang ‘38. The renewable scholarship is awarded with preference given to a junior or senior woman majoring in political science who plans to attend law school.

The A. Price Heusner ‘32 Scholarship, established in 1976 by his wife, Helen, is awarded to a student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Rachel W. Hillborn Scholarship was established in 1945 by Anne Hillborn Philips, Class of 1892, in memory of her mother, Rachel W. Hillborn, who served on the Board of Managers from 1887 to 1913. The scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior, with preference for a student who is a member of the Religious Society of Friends or who is involved in international service.

The Stephen B. Hitchner Jr. ‘67 Scholarship was established in 1990 by the Board of Managers in memory of Stephen B. Hitchner Jr. with gratitude for his strong leadership of the Student Life Committee and his previous service to the College. Recipients of this need-based, renewable scholarship are selected from the junior class for their interest in a career in the public or nonprofit sectors.

The Betty Stern Hoffenberg ‘43 Scholarship, established in 1987 in honor of this alumna, is awarded to a junior or senior with academic merit and financial need who shows unusual promise, character, and intellectual strength. Strong preference is given to a student majoring in history.

The Hadassah M. L. Holcombe Scholarship, created by a bequest from this member of the board of Managers who served from 1938 until her death in 1978, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to a member of the Religious Society of Friends. Established 1979.

The Holland Family Scholarship was established in 2002 by Jim Holland ‘71 and Nancy Holland ‘72, and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The scholarship is renewable.

The Hollenberg-Sher Scholarship was created in 1998 by Norman Sher ‘52. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student.

The Carl R. Horten ‘47 Scholarship was created in 1985 by the Ingersoll-Rand Company on the occasion of his retirement. Preference is given to students planning to major in engineering or prelaw.

The Doris K. Hourihan Scholarship was established in 2006 by Jenny Hourihan Bailin ‘80 in memory of her mother, Doris K. Hourihan. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Everett L. Hunt Scholarship, endowed in 1973 as a reunion gift by the Class of 1937, honors this beloved emeritus professor and dean and provides an unrestricted scholarship awarded annually by the College.

The Betty P. Hunter ‘48 Scholarship was created in 1977. Betty P. Hunter, one of the first black students to attend Swarthmore College, established this fund by a bequest to provide scholarship aid to needy students.

The Richard M. Hurd ‘48 Scholarship was created in 2000 by this alumnus who served on the Board of Managers for almost two decades and his wife, Patricia. The renewable scholarship is awarded with preference given to a student majoring in engineering.

The Allis Dale and John E. ‘59 Gillmor and Jordan and Sarah Gillmor ‘92 Hymowitz Scholarship was established in 2008 by this family on the occasion of John’s 50th reunion. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need to a first-year student who shows great promise.

The William Y. Inouye ‘44 Scholarship was established in loving memory by his family, friends, and colleagues in recognition of his life of service as a physician. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a worthy junior premedical student with need. Established 1985.

The Aaron B. Ivins Scholarship was established with an annuity given in 1928 by Emma Ivins Gower and is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The William and Florence Ivins Scholarship, created in 1993 by a bequest from Barbara Ivins ‘35, is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The George B. Jackson ‘21 Scholarship was endowed in 1986 by Eugene M. Lang ‘38 in honor of the man who guided him to Swarthmore. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit, with preference given to a student from the New York metropolitan area.

The Howard M. ‘20 and Elsa P. ‘22 Jenkins Scholarship in engineering provides financial assistance to a promising sophomore or junior with need who is interested in pursuing a career in engineering. It was created in 1993 by the gift of Elsa Palmer Jenkins, Swarthmore’s first woman graduate in engineering.

The George K. and Sallie K. Johnson Scholarship, established in 1928 by a bequest from Sallie Kaign Johnson, is awarded to students with financial need. Sallie Johnson was the mother of Howard Cooper Johnson, Class of 1896.

The Howard Cooper Johnson, Class of 1896, Scholarship, established in 1944 by this alumnus who served on the Board of Managers from 1901 to 1952, is awarded with preference given to a member of the Religious Society of Friends.

The Edmund A. Jones Memorial Scholarship was created in 1965, awarding a grant each year to a graduate of Swarthmore High School and, since 1983, to a graduate of Strath Haven High School. In 2004, this four-year, renewable scholarship was designated with preference for graduates of Strath Haven High School, Delaware County high schools, or Pennsylvania high schools, respectively. Edmund A. Jones was the son of Adalyn Purdy Jones ‘40, and Edmund Jones ‘39, longtime residents of Swarthmore.

The Benjamin Kalkstein ‘72 Scholarship, established by his family in 2002, is awarded to a first-year student on the basis of merit and need and is renewable. Preference is given to students with an interest in environmental studies.

The Kappa Alpha Theta Scholarship, established through the generosity of the members and friends of the sorority at Swarthmore College, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Established 1935.

The Kappa Kappa Gamma Scholarship, created by the sorority, is awarded to a first-year student and is renewable. Established 1955.

The Jennie Keith Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in recognition of outstanding administrators at Swarthmore College. The Keith Scholarship was established in 2000 to honor Jennie Keith, professor of anthropology, who served as provost from 1992 to 2001. The scholarship is awarded to a student who shares the donor’s and Jennie Keith’s commitment to the use of intellectual excellence in the service of positive social change.

The Michael and Elizabeth Lavin ‘87 Kelley Scholarship was established in 2004. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Alexander Kemp Endowed Scholarship was established in 2001 by Giles Kemp ‘72 and Barbara Guss Kemp. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

The Kennedy Scholarship is given in honor of the parents and with thanks to the children of Christopher ‘54 and Jane ‘55 Kennedy. The renewable scholarship, created in 1985, is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

The Clark Kerr ‘32 Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in 2000. The scholarship is awarded with preference given to a student entering his or her senior year, who meets the model described by President Aydelotte of the all-around student with strong interests in academic achievement, athletics, and interests in debating and other aspects of student life and community service.

The Florence and Melville Kershaw Scholarship was endowed in 1987 in their honor by their son Thomas A. Kershaw ‘60. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student on the basis of financial need and academic merit, with preference given to those intending to major in engineering.

The Naomi Kies ‘62 Scholarship was created in 2006 in her memory by her family and friends. Naomi Kies devoted herself to community service, pursuing practical idealism and seeking peaceful solutions to political and social problems. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to international students.

The Joseph W. ‘44 and Elizabeth Blackburn ‘44 Kimmel Scholarship was established in 2003 by their son, James B. Kimmel ‘70. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to students from the Delaware Valley area, including eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware.

The William H. Kistler ‘43 Scholarship was endowed in 1986 in his memory by his wife, Suzanne ‘44, his friends, and former classmates. The scholarship is awarded to a needy and deserving student majoring in engineering or economics.

The Floyd C. and Virginia Burger ‘39 Knight Endowed Scholarship, established by a bequest in 2006, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Paul ‘46 and Mary Jane Kopsch Scholarship, established in 1982 through a gift of Paul J. Kopsch, is renewable and awarded each year to a junior premedical student(s) with financial need.

The Jessie Stevenson Kovalenko Scholarship, established in 1944 by Michel Kovalenko in memory of his wife, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Walter W. Krider, Class of 1909, Memorial Scholarship was established by his wife, Anna Hetzell Mulford Krider, and daughter, Elizabeth Krider Snowden ‘36, in 1959. The Krider scholarship is awarded to a student who ranks high in scholarship, character, and personality and has financial need.

The Paul Kuenstner ‘80 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2013. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Kyle Scholarship, established in 1993 by Elena Sogan Kyle ‘54, Frederick W. Kyle ‘54, and Robert B. Kyle Jr. ‘52, is awarded in the junior or senior year to a student who has shown leadership capability, made significant contributions to the life of the College, and demonstrated the need for financial assistance.

The Kyle Endowed Scholarship for Latin America was established in 2016. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given to students who are citizens and residents of Latin America.

The John Lafore, Class of 1895, Scholarship, established in 1956 by his son Laurence Lafore ‘38 and his daughter Eleanor Lafore Gilbert, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Laurence Lafore ‘38 Scholarship was established in his memory in 1986 by family, friends, classmates, and former students. Professor Lafore, author of numerous books and essays, taught history at Swarthmore from 1945 until 1969. This renewable scholarship is awarded to a student showing unusual promise.

The Robert E., Class of 1903, Elizabeth, Class of 1903, and Walter, Class of 1939, Lamb Scholarship was established in 2000 by Walter Lamb, who served on the Board of Managers from 1977 to 2002. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Barbara Lang Scholarship is awarded to a student in the junior class whose major is in the arts, preferably in music, who ranks high in scholarship and has financial need. This renewable scholarship was established in 1984 by Eugene M. Lang ‘38 in honor of his sister.

The Eugene M. Lang ‘38 Opportunity Grants are awarded each year to as many as six sophomore students who are selected by a special committee on the basis of distinguished academic and extracurricular achievement and demonstrable interest in social change. Stipends are based on financial need and take the form of full grants up to the amount of total college charges. Each Lang Scholar is also eligible for summer or academic year community service support while an undergraduate. Projects, which must be approved in advance by a faculty committee, are expected to facilitate social change in a significant way. The program is made possible by a gift of Eugene M. Lang. Established 1995.

The Ida and Daniel Lang Scholarship, established in 1964 by their son, Eugene M. Lang ‘38, provides financial assistance for a young man or woman who ranks high in scholarship, character, and personality.

The Eleanor B. and Edward M. ‘30 Lapham, Jr. Scholarship, established in 1996 by Eleanor to honor her husband’s memory, is awarded to a first year student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for his or her years of study at Swarthmore.

The E. Hibberd Lawrence Scholarship honors the memory of a student who attended the Swarthmore Preparatory School from 1881 to 1882 and is awarded on the basis of financial need. Established 1888.

The Frances Reiner and Stephen Girard ‘41 Lax Scholarship was established in 1989 with preference for minority or foreign students who show academic merit and financial need. This scholarship has been endowed by the family of Stephen Girard Lax, who was chairman of the Board of Managers of Swarthmore College from 1971 to 1976.

The Stephen Girard Lax ‘41 Scholarship was established in 1977 by family, friends, and business associates of Stephen Lax. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need every two years to a student entering the junior year who shows academic distinction, leadership qualities, and a definite interest in a career in business.

The Alfred and Harolyn Lazarus Scholarship was established in 2008 by their son, Lewis H. Lazarus ‘78, in honor of his parents’ boundless curiosity, great respect for intellectual excellence, high moral character, and service to others. The scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic promise and financial need. The renewable scholarship is given with preference for students intending to practice medicine or majoring in history.

The Dorrie ‘44 and Henry ‘45 Leader Family Scholarship was established in 2001 in recognition of their many family members who attended Swarthmore College including their children, Martha ‘71 and Elizabeth ‘73. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Edgar ‘98 and Julie Lee Family Scholarship supports and promotes the College’s efforts to increase access to a Swarthmore College education for students with demonstrated financial need, and is given with the knowledge that the College is committed to giving its students, including women from underrepresented populations, an equal opportunity to receive assessed financial aid under the College’s policies. This scholarship is renewable.

The Thomas L. Leedom Scholarship was established in 1905 by Hannah A. Leedom in memory of her husband, who always had a deep interest in the success of the College. It is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Raphael Lemkin Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005 by John ‘77 and Ann ‘77 Montgomery to honor Raphael Lemkin, a Holocaust survivor who invented the word “genocide” and drafted the Genocide Convention of the United Nations, adopted in 1948. The scholarship is awarded with preference for “upstanders” or students who demonstrate interest in human rights, especially anti-genocide work.

The Gerry and Marguerite Lenfest Scholarship was established in 2008. The renewable scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Walter H. Leser ‘49 Memorial Scholarship was established by his wife, Martha E. Leser, in 2002. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference for students majoring in mathematics.

The Carl M. Levin ‘56 Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in 2000. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a student with merit and need who has overcome obstacles, with a preference for Michigan public high school graduates.

The Beryl and Leonard Levine Scholarship was established by their daughter, Susan Brauna Levine ‘78, in 2005 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Levine Family Scholarship was established by Jay H. Levine ‘55 and Michael A. Levine ‘87 in 2012. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Wilma A. Lewis ‘78 Scholarship was established in 2006 by Wilma A. Lewis. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Lewis-Bill Scholarship was established in 2009 by Robert J. Reynolds, father of Sarah Reynolds ‘09, to honor his wife, Lucinda M. Lewis ‘70, and her parents, Robert B. ‘35 and Margaret Bill ‘38 Lewis. It is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Scott B. Lilly Scholarship, endowed by Jacob T. Schless of the Class of 1914 and offered for the first time in 1950, is awarded annually in honor of a former distinguished professor of engineering. Students who plan to major in engineering are given preference.

The Sarah E. Lippincott Scholarship, established in 1918 by Katherine Lippincott Holden in memory of her mother, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The Lloyd Family Scholarship was established in 2000 by May Brown Lloyd ‘27, G. Stephen Lloyd ‘57, and Anne Lloyd ‘87. The renewable scholarship is awarded with preference given to a student who shows great promise.

The Lloyd-Jones Family Scholarship is the gift of Donald ‘52 and Beverly Miller ‘52 Lloyd-Jones and their children Anne ‘79; Susan ‘84; Donald ‘86; and Susan’s husband, Bob Dickinson ‘83. Established in 1990, the renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Amy Chase Loftin ‘29 Scholarship was established in 1998. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a sophomore, with preference given to Native Americans and African Americans.

The Joan Longer ‘78 Scholarship was created as a memorial in 1989 by her family, classmates, and friends, to honor Joan’s personal courage, high ideals, good humor, and grace. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit and need.

The Mary T. Longstreth Scholarship was established in 1938 by Rebecca C. Longstreth in memory of her mother, who served on the Board of Managers from 1872 to 1887. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The David Laurent Low Memorial Scholarship was established in 1981 by Martin L. Low ‘40; his wife, Alice; Andy Low ‘73; and Kathy Low in memory of their son and brother. It is awarded to a man or woman who shows the great promise that David himself did. The award assumes both need and academic excellence and places emphasis, in order, on qualities of leadership and character or outstanding and unusual promise. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student.

The Lui and Wan Scholarship was established in 2016. It shall be awarded to students in the sophomore year on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given to female students pursuing majors in Engineering, Mathematics and/or the Physical Sciences, any student pursuing a major in Chinese or Interdisciplinary Chinese Studies, or any student pursuing a special major in Education Studies and another discipline.

The Lyman Scholarship was established by Frank L. Lyman Jr. ‘43 and his wife, Julia, on the occasion of his 50th reunion in 1993. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need to a student who is a member of the Religious Society of Friends or whose parents are members of the Religious Society of Friends.

The Leland S. MacPhail Jr. ‘39 Scholarship, given by Major League Baseball in 1986 in recognition of 48 years of dedicated service by Leland S. MacPhail Jr., is awarded annually to a deserving student on the basis of need and merit.

The Magill Walk Scholarship was established in 2010 by an anonymous donor. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The David Mailloux Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005 by his loving parents to celebrate David’s life and memory. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Clara B. Marshall Scholarship was established in 1982 by the estate of Dr. Clara Marshall. Clara Marshall was a Philadelphia-area physician and educator from a prominent Quaker family whose leadership as dean of the Women’s Medical College led to greatly expanded and improved facilities and course offerings at that institution. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Edward Martin Scholarship, established by a bequest from Edward Martin, a professor of biological sciences at the College, is awarded to a junior or senior with preference for a biology major or premedical student. Established 1977.

The Richard G. Mason Fund, an endowed scholarship, was established in 2012 by the estate of Richard G. Mason ‘50 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with a preference for students studying theater or art history. The scholarship is renewable.

The Jacob and Rae Mattuck Scholarship, created in 2009 by Arthur P. Mattuck ‘51 in honor of his parents, is renewable and awarded to students based on academic merit and financial need with preference for majors in the sciences, mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, music, or the arts.

The Franz H. Mautner Scholarship honors the memory of this Professor Emeritus of German and is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need. Established 1996.

The Thomas B. McCabe ‘15 Awards, established in 1952 by Thomas B. McCabe, are awarded to entering students. Regional McCabe Scholarships are awarded to a few students from the Delmarva Peninsula and from southeastern Pennsylvania (Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties). These awards provide a minimum annual scholarship of full tuition or a maximum to cover tuition, fees, room, and board, depending on need. The National McCabe Scholarships are awarded to a few students based on merit. In making selections for all McCabe Scholarships, the committee places emphasis on leadership, ability, character, and service to school and community.

The Charlotte Goette ‘20 and Wallace M. McCurdy Scholarship is awarded to a first-year student on the basis of financial need and academic merit. The renewable scholarship was endowed by Charlotte McCurdy in 1986.

The Cornelia Dashiell and Dino Enea Petech ‘35 McCurdy, M.D., Family Scholarship was endowed by Cornelia and Dino E.P. McCurdy, M.D. The scholarship is awarded each year to a well-rounded student with need who demonstrates academic and extracurricular interests based upon sound character and healthy personality traits, with preference given to graduates of George School. Established 1999.

The Dorothy Shoemaker ‘29 and Hugh ‘30 McDiarmid Scholarship is awarded to a first-year man or woman on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Established in 1987, the renewable scholarship is the gift of the McDiarmid family in commemoration of their close association with Swarthmore College.

The Helen Osler McKendree ‘23 Scholarship, created in 1998 by the estate of Helen’s brother, E. Morgan Osler, is awarded to a junior majoring in a foreign language or languages.

The Sarah Meade McKitterick Scholarship was established in 2006 by Katherine Burt Anderson ‘49 to honor the memory of her daughter. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Donald R. McMinn ‘86, Robert ‘57, and Tamzin MacDonald ‘58 McMinn Scholarship was created in 2004 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference for students planning a career in business.

The Margaret S. Meeker ‘45 Scholarship was established in 2005 by Douglas F. Bushnell, Rebecca W. Bushnell ‘74, and John D. Toner ‘73 in memory of Peggy Meeker, wife and mother, who was full of love and life and who was so happy during her years at Swarthmore College. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Norman Meinkoth Scholarship was established in 1988 by his friends and former students to honor Dr. Norman A. Meinkoth, a member of the College faculty from 1947 to 1978 who died in 1987. This scholarship serves as a memorial and is awarded annually to a worthy student with an interest in the study of biological problems in a natural environment.

The Alison Joanna Meloy ‘94 Memorial Scholarship was established in 2006 by her mother and stepfather, Alice and Robert Deal. The scholarship celebrates Alison’s love of Swarthmore College and recognizes that some of her happiest years were spent there. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for female students majoring in political science.

The Peter Mertz ‘57 Scholarship is awarded to an entering first-year student outstanding in mental and physical vigor, who shows promise of using these talents for the good of the College community and of the larger community outside. The renewable scholarship was established in 1955 by Harold ‘26, LuEsther, and Joyce ‘51 Mertz in Peter’s memory.

The Mari Michener Scholarship provides financial support to four students on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The scholarship is the gift of James Michener ‘29 and honors his wife. Established 1992.

The Frank Milewski Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 in honor of Frank Milewski, who was the recipient of the Suzanne P. Welsh Award. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of financial need to a Swarthmore student without further restrictions or preferences.

The Bruce and Florence Miller Scholarship was established in 2006 by their son, Grant Miller ‘65, to honor his parents’ lifetime commitment to education and underserved communities. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to students with sensitivity toward diverse underserved communities.

The James E. Miller Scholarship, established by a bequest from Arabella M. Miller in 1924, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The James H. Miller ‘58 Scholarship will be established with a gift from the estate of James H. Miller and awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Hajime Mitarai Scholarship, established in 1995 by Eugene M. Lang ‘38 in memory of his close friend and the father of Tsuyoshi Mitarai ‘98, is awarded to students with financial need. Preference is given to students with international backgrounds.

The Margaret Moore Scholarship, established in 1974 by an anonymous donor, provides scholarships to foreign students, with a preference given to students of South Asian origin. This scholarship honors a Quaker teacher who spent a lifetime of teaching and public service in western India with the people she loved until her death in 1962.

The Kathryn L. Morgan Scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in 2000. The renewable scholarship was created in recognition of Professor Morgan’s distinguished teaching and scholarly contributions to the life of the College. Preference is given to students with an interest in black studies.

The Robert ‘67 and Joan Murray Scholarship was created in 2004 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Thomas W. Nash ‘74 Scholarship was established in 2006. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Florence Eising Naumburg Scholarship was named in 1975 in honor of the mother of an alumna of the Class of 1943. The scholarship is awarded to a student whose past performance gives evidence of intellectual attainment, leadership, and character and who shows potential for future intellectual growth, creativity, and scholarship and for being a contributor to the College and, ultimately, to society.

The Albert and Christine Nehamas Scholarship was established in 2004 by Alexander Nehamas ‘67 and Susan Glimcher in loving memory of Alexander’s parents, who strove to provide a sound education for their son. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference for students from Greece or from other foreign countries.

The Annette Newman Endowed Scholarship was established in 2016 in honor of Annette Newman, who was the recipient of the Suzanne P. Welsh Award. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of financial need to a Swarthmore student without further restrictions or preferences.

The Thomas S. ‘30 and Marian Hamming ‘30 Nicely Scholarship was established in 1987 and is awarded to a first-year student with need who shows promise of academic achievement, fine character, and athletic ability. Preference is given to a person who has been on the varsity tennis, squash, golf, or swimming teams in high school or preparatory school.

The Mary McCusker Niemczewski Scholarship was established in 2005 by Christopher M. Niemczewski ‘74 to honor his mother and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The John H. Nixon ‘35 Scholarship was established in 1983 by John H. Nixon to assist Third World students, especially those who plan to return to their country of origin.

The Donald E. Noble Scholarship was established in 2002 by the Donald E. and Alice M. Noble Charitable Foundation. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Helen North Scholarship was established in 2002 by Maureen Cavanaugh ‘75 and Christopher Plum ‘75 in honor of Helen F. North, who, at the time of her retirement from Swarthmore in 1991, was the Centennial Professor of Classics and had been a member of the College faculty for 43 years. Author, traveler, lecturer, and beloved friend, Helen North has always been committed to teaching in a culturally diverse educational community. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Northwest Scholarship was established in 1990 by Constance Gayl Pious ‘53 to offer financial aid to students from the northwestern United States.

The Edward L. Noyes ‘31 Scholarship was endowed in 1987 in his memory by his wife, Jean Walton Noyes ‘32; his three sons; and his many friends. The scholarship is available to an incoming first-year student, with preference given to those from the Southwest, especially Texas. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit to students with broad interests.

The Nancy Triggs Ohland ‘55 Scholarship was established in her memory in 2006 by her husband, Theodor C. Ohland, and children Karen J. Ohland ‘83, Matthew W. Ohland ‘89, and Erik D. Ohland. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to a student with a strong record of community service.

The Howard Osborn Scholarship, established by a bequest in 1970 to honor the memory of his parents, Viola L. and Frank Osborn, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Mark L. Osterweil ‘94 Memorial Scholarship was established by his family and friends. Mark was an ardent student of European and American history, with a special interest in the economic, intellectual, political, and social relationships and connections between the United States and other countries, peoples, and cultures. Preference in awarding the scholarship is given to American or foreign students whose studies of history are consistent with Mark’s wide-ranging interests. Established 2007.

The Martin Ostwald Scholarship was established in 2005 by Christopher Plum ‘75 in memory of his beloved wife, Maureen Cavanaugh ‘75. The scholarship is named in honor of Martin Ostwald, the Swarthmore classics professor who had a tremendous lifelong impact on Maureen’s development as a classics and legal scholar. It is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with a preference for classics students, particularly those studying ancient history or philosophy.

The Page-Pixton Scholarship for Study Abroad, established in 2003, is awarded yearly on the basis of financial need to rising juniors or seniors who seek through study abroad experience to prepare themselves to become effective leaders of a more inclusive, generous, and peaceful world.

The Harriet W. Paiste Scholarship was established by a bequest in 1900 to assist those whose limited means would exclude them from enjoying the advantages of an education at this college.

The Rogers Palmer ‘26 Scholarship, established in 1973, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Susanna Haines Parry, Class of 1908 and Beulah Haines Parry, Class of 1909 Scholarship, established by a bequest in 1979, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Tory Parsons ‘63 Scholarship was established in 1991 in his memory by a member of the Class of 1964 to provide scholarship aid to students with demonstrated need.

The Sibella Clark Pedder ‘64 Endowment was established in 2005 to enable American students through study abroad to develop deeper understanding of, and improved facility with, a global world. The income from the fund is awarded only to students who qualify for financial aid on the basis of their financial need.

The J. Roland Pennock ‘27 Scholarships were established in 1973 by Ann and Guerin Todd ‘38 in honor of J. Roland Pennock, Richter Professor Emeritus of Political Science. Income from this endowment is to be used to award four scholarships on the basis of merit and need, preferably to one scholar in each class.

The Jean A. ‘49 and Edward B. ‘49 Perkins Scholarship was established by Jean A. Perkins ‘49 in 2002 in memory of her late husband Edward B. ‘49 Perkins and in honor of their long Matchbox marriage. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The T.H. Dudley Perkins, Class of 1906, Scholarship was established in 1920 by his wife, Alice Sullivan Perkins 1904, and other family members and friends to honor the memory of one who died in the service of his country in 1918. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Perry Family Scholarship was created in 2006. Four generations of the Perry family have attended Swarthmore College. At Swarthmore, the Perrys pursued diverse academic paths and participated in team sports. After graduation, they became educators, physicians, and scientists. The Perry Family Scholarship is awarded with preference for a well-rounded premedical student who demonstrates strong academic achievement along with an interest in student life and community service. The scholarship, which may be renewed, is awarded to a student entering his or her junior year.

The Winnifred Poland Pierce ‘45 Scholarship was established in 1988. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to students who are the first generation in their families to attend college.

The Cornelia Chapman ‘26 and Nicholas O. Pittenger Scholarship, established in 1961 by their family, is awarded to an incoming first-year student who ranks high in scholarship, character, and personality and needs financial assistance. Cornelia, an honors graduate, was active in alumni activities and served on the Alumni Council from 1945 to 1949. Nicholas (“Pitt”) was the controller of the College for 22 years.

The Frances Hughes Pitts Scholarship was established in 2003 by George R. Pitts ‘72 in honor and memory of his mother. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with a preference given to students with an interest in the sciences.

The Rebecca Kemp and Richard Pogir Scholarship was established in 2009 on the occasion of their marriage as a gift from the bride’s parents, Barbara Guss Kemp and Giles Kemp ‘72. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to a student from South Africa or Africa or with an academic interest in these areas.

The Anthony Beekman Pool ‘59 Scholarship, established by his family and friends in 1958, is awarded to an incoming first-year man of promise and intellectual curiosity. It is given in memory of Tony Pool, who died of pneumonia in his senior year.

The Ramon L. Posel Scholarship was established in 2005. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Richard ‘36 and Helen Shilcock ‘36 Post Scholarship was established in 1995 by Helen Shilcock Post, Bill ‘61 and Suzanne Rekate ‘65 Post, Carl ‘66 and Margery Post ‘67 Abbott, Barbara Post Walton, Betsy Post Falconi, Richard W. ‘90 and Jennifer Austrian ‘90 Post, and their families. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a well-rounded first-year student who demonstrates academic merit, financial need, and an interest in athletic endeavors.

The Elizabeth Carver Preston, Class of 1934, Memorial Scholarship was established in 2001 by the family of Elizabeth “Beth” Preston in recognition of her devotion to Swarthmore College. For Beth, who was a scholarship student, Swarthmore College opened a new world, stimulating her intellectually and introducing her to lifelong friends, including her husband. Her commitment to the College continued after graduation with years of participation in College events and service as an alumna, including several terms on the Board of Managers. Her heartfelt enthusiasm about Swarthmore encouraged numerous young people to consider the College for themselves. In this scholarship, Beth’s spirit lives on by enabling others to experience the college life she so cherished. The Preston Scholarship is renewable and awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need.

The Mary Coates Preston Scholarship, established in 1942 by a bequest from Elizabeth Coates, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The David L. Price ‘31 Scholarship, established in 1975 by a bequest from this alumnus, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Henry L. Price Jr., M.D., ‘44 Scholarship was established in 1994 by Hal and Meme Price. The renewable scholarship, awarded on the basis of merit and need, is given to a student who has declared the intention to choose a major in the Division of Natural Sciences other than engineering. This scholarship is in memory of Dr. Price’s parents, Sara Millechamps Anderson and Henry Locher Price.

The Robert Pyle, Class of 1897, Scholarship was established in 1964 by Margery Pyle, Class of 1900, and Ellen Pyle Groff, Class of 1892, in memory of their brother who served for many years on the Board of Managers.

The Martin S. and Katherine D. Quigley Scholarship was established in 2000 by their son, Kevin F. F. Quigley ‘74, in honor of his parents’ steady commitment to family, lifetime learning, and international understanding. The renewable scholarship is awarded each year on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to outstanding international students attending Swarthmore.

The Jed S. Rakoff ‘64 Scholarship was created by an anonymous donor in 2005, in recognition of the benefits of an independent judiciary. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference for students who have demonstrated an interest in public affairs.

The Raruey-Chandra and Niyomsit Scholarships were established in 1980 by Renoo Suvarnsit ‘47 in memory of his parents. They are awarded in alternate years: the Raruey-Chandra Scholarship to a woman for her senior year and the Niyomsit Scholarship to a man for his senior year, to a student of high academic standing and real need for financial aid. Preference is given to a candidate who has divorced or deceased parents.

The George G. and Helen Gaskill ‘18 Rathje Scholarship, established by a bequest in 1985, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Helen was a writer and a college drama teacher. Her husband was a professor of German.

The Reader’s Digest Foundation Endowed Scholarship, created in 1959, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Mark E. Reeves Scholarship was established in 1905, when Caroline E. Reeves of Richmond, Ind., gave to Swarthmore College the sum of $5,000 for the purpose of founding a scholarship in memory of her husband who “was one of the first subscribers to the College and always had a deep interest in its success.” The fund is part of the general scholarship fund.

The Reichelderfer-Blair Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by Douglas H. Blair ‘70 and Ann Reichelderfer ‘72 to recognize the important role of Swarthmore College in their lives, and the lives of their children Graeme Blair and Susannah Blair ‘08. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Fred C. and Jessie M. Reynolds Scholarship, established in 1984 by a bequest from Jean Reynolds ‘32, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Lily Tily Richards ‘29 Scholarship was established in 1963 by Peirce L. Richards Jr. ‘27 in memory of his wife, who was active in Swarthmore alumni activities. This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Adele Mills Riley ‘37 Memorial Scholarship, established in 1964 by her husband, John R. Riley, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Lewis M. Robbins ‘40 Scholarship was established by Lewis M. Robbins in 2002. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Michael J. Robbins Living Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established anonymously in 2007 to celebrate the memory of Michael J. Robbins and to recognize the important role scholarships play in assisting talented students with substantial financial need to receive a Swarthmore College education. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Byron T. Roberts, Class of 1912, Scholarship, endowed in 1973 by his family in memory of Byron T. Roberts, is awarded annually to an incoming student and is renewable.

The Dorothy K. Robinson ‘72 Family Endowed Scholarship Fund was established in 2021. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of financial need with preference to students with a demonstrated commitment to or interest in the creative, performing, visual or literary arts and is renewable. The Dorothy K. Robinson ‘72 Endowed Scholarship Fund supports and promotes the College’s efforts to increase access to a Swarthmore College education for students with demonstrated financial need, and is given with the knowledge that the College is committed to giving all such students an equal opportunity to receive financial aid under and in accordance with the College’s policies.

The Louis N. Robinson, Class of 1905, Scholarship was established in 1964 during the College’s centennial year by the family and friends of Louis N. Robinson. Mr. Robinson was for many years a member of the Swarthmore College faculty and founder of the Economics Discussion Group. A member of the junior or senior class who has demonstrated interest and ability in the study of economics is chosen for this award.

The Edwin P. Rome ‘37 Scholarship provides financial assistance to worthy students with financial need. The scholarship was established in 1987 in memory of Edwin P. Rome by his wife, Rita Rome, and The William Penn Foundation, on whose board he served.

The Matthew Rosen ‘73 Scholarship was established in 2004 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Alexis Rosenberg Scholarship, established in 1983 by The Alexis Rosenberg Foundation, now the Alexis Rosenberg Fund of the Greenfield Foundation, provides aid for a first-year student. The scholarship is awarded annually to a worthy student who could not attend the College without such assistance.

The Girard Bliss Ruddick ‘27 Scholarship was established in 1987 by J. Perry Ruddick in memory of his father. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a junior on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to an economics major.

The Charles F. C. Ruff ‘60 District of Columbia Scholarship memorializes distinguished alumnus Charles F. C. Ruff, who died in 2000. Preference is given to students with financial need who live in the District of Columbia. Established 1988.

The Edith A. Runge ‘38 Scholarship, created in 1971 by a bequest from her estate, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. A professor, Edith Runge chaired the German Department at Mount Holyoke College at the time of her death.

The David Barker Rushmore, Class of 1894, Scholarship, established in 1974 in honor of David Barker Rushmore by his niece Dorothea Rushmore Egan ‘24, is awarded annually to a worthy student who plans to major in engineering or economics.

The Carl E. Russo ‘79 Business Scholarship was established in 2000 and financially supports rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors with a strong and expanding interest in business and entrepreneurship. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

The Margaret Hardy Sachter ‘35 Scholarship, established in 1995, is awarded to a student on the basis of merit and need and is renewable through the senior year. Peference is given to a student in the junior year, who has shown distinguished academic achievement and demonstrated interest in community service.

The Bernard Saffran Legacy Scholarship honors Bernie Saffran’s contribution to making Swarthmore a place to pursue academic passions without forgetting an obligation to strive for a better world. Established in 2008, the scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to students with an interest in economics, political science, or philosophy.

The Professor Bernard “Bernie” Saffran Scholarship was created in 2005 by students, colleagues, and friends in honor and memory of Bernie Saffran, distinguished economist, gifted teacher, international mentor, raconteur, and treasured member of the Swarthmore College faculty from 1967 to 2004. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to economics majors with an interest in public policy.

The William B. Sailer ‘82 Scholarship was created in 2004 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Richard B. Saltzman ‘77 Scholarship was established in 2006 by Richard B. Saltzman. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Amelia Emhardt Sands ‘31 Scholarship, created in 1995 by a bequest from her estate, is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The Suzanne E. Sarason ‘78 Scholarship was established in 2021 in memory of Suzanne E. Sarason ‘78 who majored in History with Honors, and went on to serve in the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions, Division of Securities to protect the investing public and promote confidence in the capital markets. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Katharine Scherman ‘38 Scholarship is awarded to a student with a primary interest in the arts and the humanities who has special talents in these fields. Students with other special interests, however, will not be excluded from consideration. Established in 1963 by her husband, the renewable scholarship honors Katharine Scherman.

The Peter ‘57 and David ‘58 Schickele Scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in 2000. Named for Peter and in memory of his brother, David, it is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to students from the Native American community in the plains, desert, and mountain states west of the Mississippi River.

The Schmidt/Lyman Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The scholarship is renewable.

The Walter Ludwig Schnaring Scholarship was established in 1998 by a gift from the estate of Helen Hillborn Schnaring, in memory of her husband. This renewable scholarship is unrestricted.

The Schneck Family Scholarship was established in 2001 by Jennifer Schneck ‘83. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Howard A. Schneiderman ‘48 Scholarship, established in 1991 by his family, is awarded to a first-year student and is renewable. Preference is given to students with an interest in the biological sciences.

The Schoenbaum Family Scholarship was established in 2003 by Stephen B. Schoenbaum’62. It is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference is given to first-generation college students.

The Gustavo R. Schwed ‘84 and Lucy E. Harrington ‘85 Scholarship was established in 2006 by Gus Schwed and Lucy Harrington. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to economically disadvantaged students who represent the first generation in their families to attend college.

The Dick Senn ‘56 Scholarship was established in 2012 in loving memory by his wife Barbara Sachs Senn and their children in recognition of Dick’s devotion to Swarthmore. He brought his entrepreneurial spirit, his constant quest for knowledge, his involvement in the political process, his value of education, and love of life and humanity to his everyday life and to each interview he did with prospective Swarthmore students. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit, with preference for African American or Latino students, preferably majoring in political science.

The William G. and Mary N. Serrill Honors Scholarship, created in 1931 through a gift from William’s estate, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The Clinton G. Shafer ‘51 Scholarship, established in 1964 by his family, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to engineering and physical science majors.

The Shan International Student Scholarship was established in 2020. This fund supports the College’s efforts to increase access to a Swarthmore College education for all students with demonstrated financial need, including international students assessed to receive financial aid under the College’s policies.

The Joe ‘25 and Terry Shane Scholarship was created in 1986 in honor of Joe Shane, who was vice president of Swarthmore College’s Alumni, Development, and Public Relations from 1950 to 1972, and his wife, Terry, who assisted him in countless ways in serving the College. The renewable scholarship was established by their son, Larry Shane ‘56, and his wife, Marty Porter Shane ‘57, in remembrance of Joe and Terry’s warm friendship with generations of Swarthmore alumni. This award is made to a first-year student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Roy J. ‘70 and Linda G. Shanker Scholarship was established in 2006. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Leonard Shapiro Scholarship was established in 2004 by his son, Robin Marc Shapiro ‘78. The award assumes both academic excellence and financial need and is awarded to a first-year student who shows great promise. Preference for this renewable scholarship is given to a student who is the first generation of his or her family to attend a college or university in the United States.

The Felice K. Shea ‘43 Scholarship was established in 2004 by an anonymous donor and honors the Honorable Felice K. Shea, who has dedicated her life to issues of justice and public service throughout her 25 years on the bench and her work with the Legal Aid Society of New York. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference for a student looking toward a career in public service.

The Philip Shen and Sylvia Lo Shen Scholarship was established in 2006 by an anonymous donor to honor the parents of the donor’s classmate, Kairos Shen ‘87. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to Chinese students who are not U.S. citizens and students interested in religious studies.

The Florence Creer Shepard ‘26 Scholarship, established in 1988 by her husband, is awarded on the basis of high scholastic attainment, character, and personality.

The Caroline Shero ‘39 Endowed Scholarship, established on the occasion of her retirement from Swarthmore College in 1982, is awarded to a student who has demonstrated financial need.

The Annie Shoemaker Scholarship was created in 1899 and honors the memory of a member of the Board of Managers who served from 1876 to 1883 and 1891 to 1903. The scholarship is awarded to a student on the basis of financial need.

The Sarah W. Shreiner Scholarship, given in 1965 in loving memory by her daughter, Leah S. Leeds ‘27, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Leah created the scholarship because she was “able to finish at Swarthmore due to someone’s kindness in making money available” when her father fell ill and her family suffered extreme financial hardship.

The Barbara L. Klock ‘86 and Salem D. Shuchman ‘84 Scholarship, created in 2000, is awarded to a junior or senior who intends to enter the teaching profession. The recipient is chosen by the Financial Aid Office in consultation with the faculty of the Educational Studies Department at Swarthmore College.

The William C. ‘47 and Barbara Tipping ‘50 Sieck Scholarship was established in 1979 by the Siecks and is awarded annually to a student showing distinction in academics, leadership qualities, and extracurricular activities and who indicates an interest in a career in business.

The Gary J. Simon ‘79 Scholarship was established in 2002. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Walter Frederick Sims, Class of 1897, Scholarship, established in 1975 by a gift from the estate of Florence Sims, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Daniel M. Singer ‘51 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005 by Maxine Frank Singer ‘52 in honor of her husband. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Rose and Simon Siskin Scholarship was established in 2004 in loving memory by their family to provide financial aid on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Virginia L. ‘40 and Robert C. Sites Scholarship, established in 2003 by a bequest from Virginia Sites, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Nancy Baxter Skallerup Scholarship was established in 1982 by her husband and children. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student with financial need.

The Ann Brownell Sloane ‘60 Scholarship was established in 2002 by Ann Brownell Sloane. Preference is given to a student majoring in history.

The William W. Slocum ‘43 Scholarship was established in 1981 and is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Courtney C. Smith Scholarship, established in 1987 by the Smith family and members of the Class of 1957, is for students who best exemplify the characteristics of Swarthmore’s ninth president: intellect and intellectual courage, natural dignity, humane purpose, and capacity for leadership. Normally, the award is made to a member of the first-year class on the basis of merit and need. Recipients of this renewable scholarship gain access to a special file in the Friends Historical Library left by the scholarship’s creator, the Class of 1957, inviting them to perpetuate the memory of this individual’s 16 years of stewardship of the College’s affairs and his tragic death in its service.

The Elizabeth Thorn Snipes Scholarship was established in 2004 by Jim Snipes ‘75. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to students majoring in religion or philosophy.

The Harold E. ‘29 and Ruth Calwell Snyder Premedical Scholarship, the gift of Harold E. Snyder in 1992, provides support up to full tuition and fees for junior or senior premedical students and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Cindy Solomon Memorial Scholarship was created in 1979 by her parents, Mary and Frank Solomon, Jr. ‘50. It is awarded with preference given to a young woman in need of financial assistance who has a special talent in poetry or other creative and imaginative fields.

The Frank Solomon Memorial Scholarship was created in 1955 by family, friends, and the Joseph & Feiss Company Charity Fund. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Frank Solomon Jr. ‘50 Scholarship was established in 2004. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Helen Solomon Scholarship was given in 1988 in her memory by her son, Frank Solomon Jr. ‘50. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student on the basis of merit and need.

The Southern California Endowed Scholarship Fund was established in 2014 by California First National Bank and Leslie Jewett ‘77. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Preference will be given to students from Los Angeles or Orange Counties, with a second preference being the state of California.

The Babette S. Spiegel ‘33 Scholarship, given by her family in 1972 in memory of Babette S. Spiegel, is awarded to a student showing very great promise as a creative writer (in any literary form) who has need of financial assistance. The English Department assists in the selection.

The William T. ‘51 and Patricia E. Spock Scholarship was established in 2000 by Thomas E. ‘78 and Linda M. Spock. This renewable scholarship is awarded with preference given to a man or woman majoring in mathematics or the fine arts.

The Harry E. Sprogell ‘32 Scholarship, established in 1981 in memory of Harry E. Sprogell ‘32 in honor of his class’s 50th reunion, is awarded to a junior or senior with financial need who has a special interest in law or music.

The Mary L. Sproul, Class of 1907, Scholarship was established by a bequest in 1949 from this alumna, cousin of former Pennsylvania governor, William Sproul. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Helen E. W. Squier Scholarship, created in 1892, provides financial aid to a student with need.

The Helen G. Stafford ‘30 Scholarship, established by a bequest from the estate of her sister, Anna R. Stafford, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need. Established 1974.

The C. V. Starr Scholarship, established in 1988 by The Starr Foundation as a memorial to its founder, provides scholarship assistance on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Harriet ‘48 and Whitney ‘48 Stearns Scholarship was established in 2019 by Harriet and Whitney Stearns. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit, community service, and financial need and is renewable. 

The David Parks Steelman Scholarship, established in his memory in 1990 by C. William ‘63 and Linda G. Steelman, is awarded annually to a deserving male or female student on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to someone showing a strong interest in athletics.

The Stella Steiner Scholarship was established in 1990 by Lisa A. Steiner ‘54 in honor of her mother. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Anne C. Stephens and Janaki Ramaswamy Scholarship was established in 2006 by Christianna Strohbeck ‘80 and Ramaswamy Murari. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to students who demonstrate a commitment to teaching or counseling to develop the human and intellectual potential of others.

The Morris and Pearl Donn Sternlight Scholarship, established by their son, Peter D. Sternlight ‘48, in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Thomas D. ‘87 and Kathleen B. ‘87 Stoddard Scholarship was established in 2004. This gift of restricted endowment funds is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Clarence K. Streit Scholarship, established in 1975, is awarded to a student entering the junior or senior year and majoring in history. Preference is given to persons, outstanding in initiative and scholarship, who demonstrate a particular interest in early American history. This scholarship honors Clarence K. Streit, author of Union Now: A Proposal for an Atlantic Federal Union of the Free, whose seminal ideas were made public in three Cooper Foundation lectures at Swarthmore.

The Francis Holmes Strozier ‘57 Memorial Scholarship, created in 1956 by his parents following his death, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Joseph T. Sullivan Scholarship, established by a bequest in 1922, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Solon E. Summerfield Endowed Scholarship, established in 1991 by the Summerfield Foundation, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with a preference for students from the Midwest.

The Swarthmore College Asian Scholarship was established in 2003 by Ahna Dewan ‘96, Terence Graham ‘94, Bruce Wook Han ‘86, George Hui ‘75, Min Lee ‘00, Thomas Lee ‘73, Benjamin Su ‘96, Mark Tong ‘99, Quoc T. Trang ‘93, Stephanie Wang ‘99, and Michael Yu ‘88. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic excellence (or potential for academic excellence) to Swarthmore College students of Asian ancestry (excluding U.S. nationals).

The Swarthmore College Endowed Scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in 2014 in honor of his 30th reunion. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Katharine Bennett Tappen, Class of 1931, Memorial Scholarship was established in 1979 by her sister, a member of the Class of 1928, and is awarded to a first-year student. The scholarship is renewable for four years at the discretion of the College. Preference is given to a resident of the Delmarva Peninsula.

The Newton E. Tarble, Class of 1913, Award, established in 1961 by Newton E. Tarble, is granted to a first-year man who gives promise of leadership, ranks high in scholarship, character, and personality, and resides west of the Mississippi River or south of Springfield, Ill.

The Julia Fishback Terrell ‘45 Scholarship was established in 2004 by Burnham Terrell ‘45 in honor and memory of Julia Terrell. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with a preference given to students with potential for service to the College.

The Ravi Thackurdeen ‘14 Memorial Scholarship was established in 2012 by the Thackurdeen family and friends in memory of a young man who not only embraced life with every fiber of his being, but touched others’ lives so profoundly. Filled with boundless energy and enthusiasm, Ravi cherished his time at Swarthmore-a place he said “felt like home”-as well as his many dynamic learning experiences and the opportunities afforded to him as a student. His greatest wish was to “make a difference in the world.” This scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The John S. Thayer Endowed Scholarship was established by a bequest from this friend of the College in 2007. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Phoebe Anna Thorne Memorial Scholarship was established by a Thorne family member in 1911. Preference is given to members of the New York Quarterly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends. The scholarship is renewable.

The Don Thomas Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018 in honor of Don Thomas, who was the recipient of the Suzanne P. Welsh Award. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of financial need to a Swarthmore student without further restrictions or preferences.

The Titus Scholarship was established by a bequest from Georgiana Titus, Class of 1898, and is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Established 1966.

The David Todd ‘38 Scholarship was established in 2004 in his memory by his daughter, Rebecca Todd Lehmann ‘64, and her husband, Scott K. Lehmann ‘64. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference for a student in the natural sciences.

The Jean Goldman Todd and Alden Todd ‘39 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2002 by writer and editor Alden Todd. The late Jean Goldman Todd was a research biologist specializing in tissue culture. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference given to students concentrating in the life sciences.

The Patricia Trinder Scholarship, awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, is renewable. This scholarship was created in 2006 to honor the memory of Pat Trinder, recruitment manager and assistant director of career services (1988-2003) and secretary to the chairman of athletics (1979-1988). Pat’s long career at the College was dedicated to reaching out, serving, supporting, encouraging, and being a friend to students as they navigated life at Swarthmore. She is remembered for her compassion, her larger-than-life personality, and her warmth toward others. The donors to this scholarship hope it will be awarded to a student who exemplifies this spirit.

The Audrey Friedman Troy Scholarship, established in 1964 by her husband, Melvin B. Troy ‘48, is awarded to a first-year man or woman. Prime consideration for this renewable scholarship is given to the ability of the prospective scholar to profit from a Swarthmore education and to be a contributor to the College and, ultimately, to society.

The Jane Hausman and Geoffrey M. B.’75 Troy Scholarship, established in 1999, is awarded annually to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to art history majors.

The Joseph Leon Turner ‘73 and Lana Everett Turner ‘74 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 by Joseph Leon Turner ‘73 and Lana Everett Turner ‘74 to recognize the important role of Swarthmore College in their lives. The scholarship shall be awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable.

The Robert C. ‘36 and Sue Thomas ‘35 Turner Scholarship, established in 1987, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Daniel Underhill Scholarship was established by a bequest from Edward Clarkson Wilson, Class of 1891, and a gift by Daniel Underhill, Jr. Class of 1894. The scholarship is named for Daniel Underhill and also recognizes Underhill’s father’s 31-year tenure on the Board of Managers. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need. Established 1962.

The Vaughan-Berry Scholarship was established in 1963 by Harold S. Berry ‘28 and Elizabeth Vaughan Berry ‘28 through their estate plans to provide financial assistance to needy students.

The William Hilles Ward, Class of 1915, Scholarship was established in 1967 by family members in memory of this alumnus who served on seven committees during his years on the Board of Managers. It is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need with preference for a science major.

The Gertrude S. Weaver ‘38 Scholarship was endowed in her memory by her longtime friend and companion Anna Janney de Armond ‘32. The scholarship, renewable in the senior year, is awarded each year to a woman student planning a career in teaching, with preference given to a student who is majoring or has a special interest in German or Chinese language, literature, history, or European history. Established 2008.

The Ellen V. Weissman ‘72 Scholarship was created in 2000. The renewable scholarship is awarded annually on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Stanley and Corinne Weithorn Scholarship was established in 1981. The renewable scholarship is awarded with preference given to a student who has expressed a serious interest in the area of social justice and civil rights.

The Suzanne P. Welsh Scholarship was created in 2000 by an anonymous donor in recognition of outstanding administrators at Swarthmore College. The Welsh fund was established in honor of Suzanne P. Welsh, who joined the College staff in 1983 and became its treasurer in 1989 and vice president for finance and treasurer in 2002. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The David ‘51 and Anita ‘51 Wesson Scholarship was established on the occasion of their 50th reunion in honor of their parents, Eleanor and Castro Dabrohua and Marion and Philip Wesson. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Preference is given to a student who is the first in his or her family to attend college. Established 2000.

The Dan and Sidney West Scholarship was established in 2003 by an anonymous donor to reflect the appreciation, respect, and affection that the Swarthmore College community holds for the Wests and to honor their significant accomplishments at institutional, community, and personal levels. In 2007, Dan and Sidney added funds to this endowment. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit, with a preference for students from Arkansas, Oklahoma, or Texas.

The Westbury Quarterly Meeting Scholarship was created in 1874, when the Westbury Quarterly Meeting, N.Y., turned over to Swarthmore College a fund of $5,000, called the Educational Fund belonging to the Westbury Quarterly Meeting. The scholarship is awarded to students with financial need.

The Larry E. and Myrt C. Westphal Scholarship was established by Karan Madan ‘91, Suzanne Buckley ‘89, and Jason Cummins ‘90, with additional gifts from other appreciative students, friends and colleagues. The scholarship honors Professor Westphal’s teaching excellence and the impact he had through his microeconomics, economic development, Asian economies and environmental studies classes, and Dean Westphal’s dedication and work in housing, disabilities, the Lang Scholar program and personal advising. The scholarship is awarded each year on the basis of academic merit and financial need and is renewable. Established 2011.

The Deborah F. Wharton Scholarship was created in 1875 and honors the mother of Joseph Wharton, who served on the Board of Managers from 1883 to 1907. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The White Family Scholarship, established in 1972, provides financial aid for a deserving student. A preference is given to students with an interest in business, economics, or engineering.

The Widdicombe Family Scholarship was established in 2006 by Stacey “Toby” Widdicombe III ‘74, Gerard C. Widdicombe, and Elizabeth A. Widdicombe in honor of their parents. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Frederick J. Wiest Jr. ‘37 and Elizabeth S. Wiest ‘38 Scholarship was established in 2006 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Rachel Leigh Wightman Scholarship was created in 2000 by Colin W. ‘82 and Anne Bauman ‘82 Wightman in memory of their daughter. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a gentle person whose quiet, unrelenting love of learning inspires similar passion in those around them. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of need to a worthy student.

The Erik Joseph Wilk ‘90 Scholarship, established in 2005, is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need with a preference for someone who embraces, and has a sensitivity for and acceptance of diversity, including other cultures and sexual orientations.

The Samuel Willets Scholarship was created in 1885 to honor a member of the original committee to solicit funds for “The Establishment of Swarthmore College” who also served on the Board of Managers from 1862 to 1883. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The I.V. Williamson Scholarship, established in 1885 by a gift from the sale of property by this Philadelphia merchant and philanthropist, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Edward Clarkson Wilson and Elizabeth T. Wilson Scholarship, established in 1948 to honor the former principal of the Baltimore Friends School and his wife, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The Elmer L. Winkler ‘52 Scholarship, established in 1980 by this alumnus, is awarded annually to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Ned Winpenny ‘74 Memorial Scholarship was established in 2000 by an anonymous donor. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Phyllis M. Wang Wise ‘67 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2009. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to students of color majoring in biology.

The Robert Wolf ‘39 Scholarship was endowed in his memory by his sisters, Ruth Wolf Page ‘42 and Ethel Wolf Boyer ‘41. The renewable scholarship is awarded each year on the basis of need and merit to a junior or senior majoring in chemistry or biology. Established 1998.

The Letitia M. Wolverton, Class of 1913, Scholarship, given by a bequest in 1983 from Letitia M. Wolverton, provides scholarships for members of the junior and senior classes who have proved to be capable students and have need for financial assistance to complete their education at Swarthmore College.

The Mary Wood Scholarship, created through a bequest in 1898 from this Media, Pa., resident, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of financial need.

The Roselynd Atherholt Wood ‘23 Scholarship, established in 1983 by this alumna, is awarded to a deserving student on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Thomas Woodnutt Scholarship was established in 1905 by Hannah H. Woodnutt, then a member of the Board of Managers, in memory of her husband, who had from the beginning taken a great interest in Swarthmore College.

The Frances ‘28 and John ‘30 Worth Scholarship was established by Frances Ramsey Worth in 1993. The renewable scholarship is awarded to a first-year student with strong academic credentials and financial need.

The David Wright ‘65 Scholarship was established in 2005 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Elizabeth Cox Wright Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Pamela Taylor Wetzels ‘52 to honor an outstanding, beloved teacher known for instilling a love of Shakespeare in her students and holding poetry seminars in her home. Elizabeth Cox Wright came to Swarthmore College as an instructor of English in 1930 and retired as a professor emerita of English in 1964. She died in 1973. This renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

The Harrison M. Wright Scholarship was created in 1993 by friends, colleagues, and former students of Harrison M. Wright, Isaac H. Clothier Professor of History and International Relations, on the occasion of his retirement from the College. The scholarship supports a student who will study in Africa.

The Michael M. and Zelma K. Wynn Scholarship, established in 1983 by Kenneth R. Wynn ‘74 in honor of his mother and father, is awarded annually to a student on the basis of need and merit.

The Richard A. Yanowitch ‘81 Scholarship, established in 2002, reflects the donor’s encouragement of student interest in international relations and cross-cultural development. The renewable scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need, with preference given to African Americans and other minority groups. It is hoped that during his or her time at the College, the Yanowitch scholar will study history, languages, and international cultures.

The Paul Ylvisaker H’78 Scholarship was established in 2008 by a member of the Class of 1952 to honor an articulate, inspiring, and charismatic faculty member who taught political science from 1948 to 1955. In 1978, Paul Ylvisaker returned to Swarthmore to receive an honorary degree, which recognized his contributions as a champion of cities and the urban underclass as a planner, government official, foundation executive, and educator. This scholarship is awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and financial need.