You have many options when it comes to financing your studies in the Merrick School of Business.
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIPS
Accounting
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Diana C. Hooper Moser Scholarship
Qualified students will be undergraduate students preferably accounting majors, but any undergraduate major can apply. The applicant must have a 3.0 GPA or higher, from a single-income family, and demonstrates financial need. The FAFSA is required for applicants. Both full-time and part-time students are encouraged to apply.
Each applicant will submit a two-page essay explaining their need for the scholarship and demonstrating that they possess good moral character.
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Grabush, Newman & Co. Dean's Scholarship in Accounting
Qualified students will be a new transfer undergraduate accounting major from a Maryland Community College. The student will take courses on a full-time basis and have an incoming GPA of 3.25 and maintain a 3.0 GPA while attending the University. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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Phillip J. Korb Dean's Accounting Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full-time, undergraduate accounting major with a GPA of 3.25 or higher. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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Interim Financial Solutions Accounting Scholarship
Qualified transfer students will be a full or part-time, undergraduate accounting major with a GPA of 3.25 or higher. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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Thomas L. and Mary A. Milan Undergraduate Accounting Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full-time, undergraduate accounting major who intends on pursuing a career in the field of accounting. The student will demonstrate that they are currently employed while attending college. A 3.0 or higher GPA from a secondary school or a transfer institution is required. The student must be a U.S. citizen. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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Alfred A. Windesheim, CPA Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full or part-time, undergraduate accounting major. The student will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher to apply. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship. This is a one-time award, but students may re-apply.
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James and Deborah Francis Accounting Scholarship
Qualified students will be an accounting student and have a GPA of 3.25 or higher. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
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Herbert Fisher Scholarship Fund
Qualified students will be undergraduate accounting major and residents of Maryland. The student will maintain a 3.0 GPA while attending the University. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
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Sylvan and Isabelle Ribakow Accounting Scholarship
Qualified students will be a lower-division, undergraduate accounting majors. The student will take courses on a full-time basis and have a GPA of 3.25. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
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Barbara Balter Memorial Scholarship (Accounting or Business)
Qualified students will be a full-time, undergraduate accounting or business major. The student will have a GPA of 3.25 or higher. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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Lawrence F. Milan, Jr. Graduate Accounting Scholarship
Qualified students will be new graduate accounting students who have earned a GMAT score of 500 or higher or has had a GMAT waiver issued and who will be attending full-time while employed. The student must be a U.S. citizen who intends to pursue a career in accounting. The student will have a GPA of 3.5 from an undergraduate program. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
Entrepreneurship
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Ratcliffe Entrepreneurship Fellows Program Scholarships
This scholarship is for undergraduate students entering their junior year of the B.S. in Business Administration degree program and who are interested in entrepreneurship.
Ratcliffe Foundation Entrepreneurship Fellows Program
This program is a new way to educate the next generation of entrepreneurs.
You’ll learn in a small–group, tutorial setting with other student entrepreneurs, and you’ll work with faculty who will challenge your thinking. As part of your experience, you’ll be mentored by expert entrepreneurs who have already done what you want to do: launch and grow a new business.If you are already thinking outside the textbook, the University of Baltimore Entrepreneurship Fellows Program provides you with the support and direction you need to earn your bachelor’s degree and launch your business.
You are eligible if:
• you are ready to start the program during the fall semester of your junior year
• you complete required general education and lower-division business courses before you enter the program
• you are a full-time studentUpon Admission to the Ratcliffe Entrepreneurship Fellows Program:
• you’ll be on your way to earning your B.S. in Business Administration degree, and you’ll launch your own venture by the time you graduate.
• you’ll be eligible to receive a renewable scholarship equal to the value of full-time, in-state tuition and mandatory fees.
• You’ll be eligible to receive a living stipend each semester up to $2,000 per semester (pro-rated for credit load)
• you’ll be paired with a mentor who’s a successful entrepreneur.For additional information and application, visit the Entrepreneurship Fellows Program website.
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Entrepreneurship Opportunity Scholars Program for MBA Students
Qualified MBA students who are pursing entrepreneurship are encouraged to apply for the Entrepreneurship Opportunity Scholars Program. There is an application process and a mini-pitch competition.
The applicant must have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.5 GPA or higher and maintain it while in the program. This is a competitive process with a maximum of five scholarships valued at $8,620 per year. The awardees will also receive a financial stipend of $1,000 per year. Both full-time and part-time MBA students are encouraged to apply. There is a preference for students who completed their undergraduate degree in business from an AACSB business school.
Dollars amounts are subject to change.
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The Reginald F. Lewis Scholarship
Qualified students will be alumni from any Baltimore City high school pursing undergraduate degree majoring in entrepreneurship. The applicant must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 GPA or higher and maintain a 3.0 GPA and enroll on a full-time basis, while attending the University. The applicant must demonstrated financial need and the FAFSA is required. Both full-time are encouraged to apply.
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Mildred Cohen Attman Scholarship (Entrepreneurship or Business)
Qualified students will be undergraduate entrepreneurship or business majors who are Maryland residents. The student will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The student will demonstrate a financial need and the FAFSA is required for this scholarship. Female students preferred.
Real Estate and Economic Development
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The Mark J. Einstein Scholarship
Qualified students will be a real estate and economic development student in the B.S. in Business Administration program. Returning students are given priority. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate a focus on affordable housing or community development. A demonstrated financial need is required as per the submitted FAFSA.
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The Joao David Garcia Ferraz Endowed Scholarship.
Qualified students will be enrolled in the real estate and economic development specialization in the B.S. in Business Administration program.
Risk Management and Insurance
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Harford Mutual Insurance Group Scholarship
This scholarship is for undergraduate students enrolling in the B.S. in Business Administration degree program and who are interested in risk management and insurance.
The purpose of the Fund will be to provide support for merit-based student scholarships. Recipient(s) will be selected based on merit, as demonstrated by factors such as UBalt/community leadership roles and community service. Merit and recipient selection will be determined by the Dean of the Merrick School of Business or their designee.
Recipients must also meet the following criteria:
• Student enrolled in the Risk Management and Insurance Specialization
• Preference given to Harford Mutual Insurance Group Employee(s) or their family member(s)
• Harford Mutual Scholarship finalist will be eligible to apply for an internship with Harford Mutual
Should the funds available exceed the recipient’s tuition and fees, any remaining funds may be used for books, transportation/parking costs, or experiential learning opportunities provided to students within the specialization.
Scholarship Eligibility for Both Undergraduate and Graduate Business Students
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France-Merrick Scholarship
Qualified students can be either an undergraduate or graduate business student preferably accounting majors, but any undergraduate major can apply. Undergraduate students must enroll in 6 or more credits per semester and graduate students must enroll in 4.5 credits or more per semester. The FAFSA is not required for applicants.
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Ben Cohen Scholarships
Qualified students must be an undergraduate or graduate business students with a 3.0 or higher GPA. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
Undergraduate Business
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Wilson Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full or part-time, undergraduate business student with a 3.25 GPA or higher. Students must enroll in 6 or more credits. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship. This is a one-time award, but students may re-apply.
The following donors support this fund: CSX Corp., Brian M. Keelty, John Demyan, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Calvert E. Odenheimer, and Hyman & Isidore Ginsberg
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Bruce L. Hammonds Scholars Fund
Qualified students will be from any technology field and have a 2.5 or higher GPA from their previous institution or past coursework at the University of Baltimore. Students may be enrolled full or part-time. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
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Helen Delich Bentley Scholarship
Qualified students will be undergraduate students who intend on pursuing a career in trade and the transportation industry. The student may enroll on a full or part-time basis. The FAFSA is not required for applicants.
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Robert W. Schaefer Scholarship
First preference will be given to the second year student who received the Bob Schaefer scholarship from Baltimore City College. Qualified applicants must be full- or part-time undergraduate students enrolled in the Merrick School of Business. The FAFSA Application is required for this scholarship.
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Henry A. Rosenberg Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full or part-time, undergraduate business student. Students must enroll in 6 or more credits. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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William H. Thumel Sr. Undergraduate Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full-time, undergraduate business major. The student must have a GPA of at least 3.0 during their first two years of undergraduate education. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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Dean's Scholarship for Transfer Students
Qualified students will be a full-time, School of Business undergraduate student, who transferred from a Maryland Community College. The student must transfer in with a 3.25 GPA or higher and maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled in their program. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship.
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William Randolph Hearst Non-Traditional Student Scholarship
New and current School of Business undergraduate students are eligible for this scholarship. The qualified student will be considered a non-traditional student, which is defined as "someone who has delayed college enrollment for more than one calendar year, after high school graduation. Students must be pursuing their first bachelor's degree and enrolled part-time. A priority for award will be to those who are single parents, have no tuition benefits or employer reimbursements to accommodate unmet need. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
A cross-cumulative of 3.25 or higher GPA is required for consideration and if awarded the student must maintain a 3.0 GPA while enrolled at the University.
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Emmert Hobbs Undergraduate Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full- or part-time, School of Business student and have a cross-cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher from high school or college. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
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Frank Adams Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full- or part-time, School of Business student and have a cross-cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from from a previous institution or past UBalt coursework. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
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Elyse M. Ellaby / Exxon Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full- or part-time, School of Business student and have a GPA of 3.25 or higher. The FAFSA is not required for this scholarship. The recipient may hold this scholarship for two years.
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William Knobloch Scholarship (Book Award)
Qualified students will be a full-time, undergraduate School of Business major. The student must take out Financial Aid loan during book credit request timeframe, once applied UBalt will apply award to students account. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
Graduate Business
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Dean's MBA Scholarship
Top MBA and Online MBA applicants are eligible for the Merrick School of Business Dean's MBA Scholarship. This scholarship requires an undergraduate GPA of 3.5 or higher. Scholarships are competitive and are funded at different levels for full-time and part-time students. Visit the MBA page to learn more.
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Henry A. Heinmuller Graduate Scholarship
Qualified students will be a full or part-time, graduate business student who has demonstrated a combination of superior academic achievement and financial need. The FAFSA is required for this scholarship.
UNIVERSITY-WIDE SCHOLARSHIPS
Baltimore City Scholars Program
Through our Baltimore City Scholars Program, Baltimore city government employees and select others who work in Baltimore city may qualify for financial aid needed to further their graduate or undergraduate education and directly contribute to a more educated city workforce. For eligibility and application requirements, visit the Baltimore City Scholars Program webpage.
Bob Parsons Scholarship Fund
Through the Bob Parsons Scholarship Fund, the University of Baltimore is investing in Pell Grant eligible transfer students and military/veteran students by providing financial support toward tuition and fees while you complete your bachelor's degree. For eligibility, application deadline, scholarship requirements and more, visit ubalt.edu/parsons.
Other Scholarships
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MEHC Cybersecurity Public Service Scholarship Program
A Maryland Higher Education Commission initiative. The Cybersecurity Public Service Scholarship Program supports students who are pursuing an education in programs that have been identified by the Secretary of Higher Education as being directly relevant to cybersecurity. The deadline to submit the Cybersecurity Public Service Scholarship Program application and all required documentation is July 1st. Link to the MEHC website.