Access & Opportunity | University School | Greater Cleveland Area, Ohio

 

Enhance Access & Opportunity

 

Through need- and merit-based scholarships, we will open doors for motivated and talented boys to find their place—and their future—at US. 
 

A broad range of student experiences, talents, and voices strengthens the foundation of our school, where boys learn not only from teachers but from one another—expanding horizons, deepening empathy, and helping form responsible global citizens. From this rich community, boys are supported and free to forge their own path to success and fulfillment. 

Gifts to the campaign will support increased financial aid and outreach, connecting US to our broader Northeast Ohio community and reflecting the vibrancy of our region within our student body. Funds will also support exceptional co-curricular programs, ensuring that every boy can pursue his unique interests to the fullest and uncover new passions along the way. 

Priority Goal: $50 million
 

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Campaign Impact

With the support of our community, we are advancing our vision to enhance access & opportunity for driven students throughout our region.  

The F. Washington "Tony" Jarvis Scholarship
Susan and Bill Oberndorf ’71 established this endowed fund in memory of beloved teacher and mentor, Tony Jarvis, to provide fully-funded, four-year merit-based scholarships to up to ten boys entering the ninth grade each year to ensure the most talented boys in northeast Ohio have access to a University School education.
The Haller Boyce Endowment for Innovation
Kevin Boyce and Linda Haller established this fund to provide resources for the Haller Boyce Innovation Lab in the Middle School, the STEAMworks Makerspace in the Lower School, and to establish The Boyce Award for Innovation.
The KT and Michael F. Foust ’74 Scholarship
Recognizing the importance of early education, KT and Micael Foust ’74 established this scholarship to allow three or more students to attend US from their time in the Lower School through graduation. 
The Larry Hadbavny ’72 Scholarship Fund
Upon the occasion of their 50th reunion, members of the Class of 1972 established this endowed scholarship fund to honor their classmate, Larry, who passed away only three years after their graduation. 
The James Park ’94 Acceleration Fund
James Park ’94 established this fund to help cover additional expenses for students and their extra-curricular and STEM teams as they represent University School in national-level events and competitions.
The Peter W. Adams ’57 Spirit of Generosity Scholarship
Established by the John Huntington Fund for Education to honor the extraordinary contributions of long-time Huntington and US trustee, Peter Adams ’57, this scholarship provides tuition support for the high school education of a REACH graduate who demonstrates a generous spirit in his interactions with his peers and within the REACH community. 
Nancy and William R. Seelbach ’66 Scholarship Fund
Through annual contributions to the School’s Annual Fund, Nancy and Bill  Seelbach ’66 provide scholarships for two students entering the School in the ninth grade and continuing through their graduation, with preference given to students currently attending a local charter school.
Scholarship Granting Organization Fund
The collective gifts made through Ohio's Scholarship Granting Organization Tax Credit program fully support seven students—and growing—in their US education.

 
"Our son entered US as a boy with more promise than means, and thanks to the school’s generosity, we look forward to watching him graduate this year—a young man one step closer to reaching his true potential."
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