Caldwell University Alumni Association
Rina Spano, Ph.D. Memorial Scholarship

The Rina Spano Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student with excellent academic promise, who also reflects true dedication to the University and community.

A graduate of the Class of 1970, Rina was also a member of the executive board of Caldwell College Alumni Association. As chairperson of the Sociology & Criminal Justice Department, she oversaw the creation of the school’s Criminal Justice program and was named the first associate dean of Graduate Studies.

Requirements:

• Eligible applicants must be direct relatives of Caldwell University alumni (parents, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces, and nephews), who have graduated with an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Advanced degrees from Caldwell University. Cousins are not eligible.
• The scholarship is available to students at any point in their academic career.
• Eligible applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Scholarship is used only for tuition and books.
• The student must submit the most current transcript (from the portal).
• Students must show financial need through the following acceptable forms: FAFSA on file with the Financial Aid office, a financial statement/document, or a letter detailing financial need along with an interview.
• The scholarship is awarded for a period of one academic year.
• Awardees are requested to attend the Annual Scholarship Luncheon and participate in two Alumni events.

To apply:

First-time applicants:

• Complete the attached application and submit it along with financial documents/details, a 200-word typed essay outlining your academic endeavors, plans, and goals for the future, and any additional information you feel the scholarship committee should consider. First-time applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from the sponsoring alumna/us to whom they are related.

Returning applicants:

• Provide updated financial documentation, current unofficial transcript from the Portal, along with any additional information you feel the scholarship committee should consider (additional letter of recommendation not required).

**Submit the application and corresponding materials to Caldwell University The Manager of Alumni Affairs, 120 Bloomfield Avenue, Rosary Hall Room 211, Caldwell, NJ 07006 or electronically to [email protected] by 5/15 **

The Alumni Scholarship program, which was established by the Caldwell College Alumni Association in 1949, has been awarding scholarships and continues to assist students in offsetting the cost of their education.

The scholarship will be above any Institutional Funds already awarded to the student.

Download Application here.

Caldwell University Alumni Association
The Sister Joanna Tracy, O.P.

The Sister Joanna Tracy, O.P. Alumni Scholarship was established in 2023 by the Alumni Board of Caldwell University to honor the Association’s founder, Sister Joanna Tracy, O.P.

The Caldwell College Alumnae Association was established in 1943. The name was later changed to the Caldwell College Alumni Association in 1986 when the college became co-educational. Sister Joanna, the first moderator, also had the foresight to establish the Shore Chapter of the Association. Sister served in various capacities in Caldwell University, notably as Dean of Women and Professor of Natural Sciences. She was an enthusiastic believer in volunteerism and served as a liaison between Caldwell College and the Peace Corps.

This Scholarship will assist Caldwell University students to reach their chosen career goals and reduce financial challenges by providing funds for tuition and books associated with the University’s academic programs. The objective of this scholarship is to award and recognize a student who exhibits a volunteer spirit through ongoing community service.

Requirements:

• Open to all Caldwell University Undergraduate Students
• Financial Need
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 from Caldwell University
• Unofficial Caldwell University transcript
• Submit Application and typed essay, no more than one page, stating why you would like to be considered for The Sister Joanna Tracy, O.P. Alumni Scholarship, along with your volunteer experience, and how this scholarship will assist you in reaching your academic goals.
• A letter of Reference from volunteer coordinators is required

NOTE WELL: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS ALL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS ARE MET.

Criteria for Scholarship Renewal:

• In Good Academic Standing – Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Continued Financial Need
• Student must submit Letter of Progress
• Verification of continued volunteer efforts

Additional Information

• Scholarship is to be used for tuition and/or books at Caldwell University only.
• Distribution of the funds will be through the Office of Development and Alumni Affairs and posted to the student’s account.

Download Application here.

Caldwell University Alumni Association
Shore Chapter
Jane Haveron Student Scholarship

Jane Haveron, Class of 1944, worked closely with Sister Joanna Tracy, O.P., moderator of the Alumni Association to establish a Shore Chapter. As a result of this chapter’s fundraising over the years, an endowed scholarship was established to be awarded to a female student in the process of completing her degree.

It is the hope of the Shore Chapter of the Caldwell University Alumni Association that this scholarship will reduce the financial burden of an education and encourage the awarded student to reach her goal of graduation.

Requirements:

• Matriculating female student at Caldwell University
• Financial Need based on FAFSA on file
• Caldwell University GPA of 3.0 or higher
• An essay describing yourself and future plans, and any additional information you feel the scholarship committee should consider.
• Copy of unofficial transcript from Caldwell University’s portal
• Letter of Recommendation from a Professor/Advisor

Scholarship Award and Term

• The scholarship will be awarded for one year (fall and spring semesters) with potential for one-year renewal based on eligibility and reapplication.
• Scholarship is only for tuition/fees/books at Caldwell University.
• Distribution of funds will be through the Alumni Affairs office and posted to the student’s account.

Download Application here.