David A Cole Scholarship Application

The David A. Cole Scholarship Fund was established by David Cole in 1983. Mr. Cole is a former continuing education student who changed careers after completing the Real Estate Certificate Program offered through University Without Walls.

The purpose of the David A. Cole Scholarship is to assist those students who are enrolled or wish to enroll in a program/workshop through University Without Walls which might result in a career change. It is Mr. Cole's wish that students who receive scholarships be encouraged to replenish the fund established, once they are financially able.

How to Apply: Submit this application form and then email supporting documentation to uwwadvising@umass.edu.

Supporting Documentation:

Copy of previous year's Federal Income Tax form

Review of applications takes place four times per year: May 6 for Summer, August 6 for Fall, December 6 for Winter and January 6 for Spring.

Decisions will be announced a week after the posted review date.

Supporting documentation must be received in order to be considered for this scholarship.

First Name

Last Name

Street Address

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Phone Number

Email Address

Personal Statement

Personal Statement: In 300-500 words, describe what career change you are pursuing, your ultimate work goals and their relevance to the specific program or course for which you are requesting a scholarship.

Reason for Applying

Please state your reasons for applying for this scholarship (financial considerations will be one factor in determination of awards).

By clicking on Submit below, I understand:

I understand that the information I disclose in this application will determine my eligibility.
All materials are confidential, remain the property of the scholarship committee and cannot be returned.
All materials must be submitted by the deadlines stated above. Late or incomplete materials will not be considered and the committee will not correspond with me regarding incomplete materials.
If I do not complete the entire application process, I am not eligible for consideration.
Awards are subject to the policies of the David A Cole Scholarship Fund.

I also certify that all information provided is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. If requested, I agree to furnish proof of the information I submitted.