Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees Endowment Award
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Key Statistics
Grant Amount
Varies by year
Location
Deadline
Varies by year
About this Scholarship
The Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees Endowment Award is a need-based scholarship established to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This award is intended to support students who demonstrate significant financial need, helping to reduce the economic barriers to higher education. The endowment was created through the generosity of the Dees family, honoring the legacy of Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees, who valued education and community service. The scholarship aligns with the university’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion, enabling students from diverse backgrounds to pursue their academic goals without the burden of excessive financial stress. Recipients of this award are selected based on demonstrated financial need as determined by the university’s financial aid office, and the scholarship amount is adjusted accordingly each academic year. The award can be applied toward tuition, fees, and other educational expenses, contributing to a more manageable cost of attendance. The Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees Endowment Award is part of a broader suite of financial aid options available at UNC Chapel Hill, reflecting the institution’s dedication to supporting students throughout their academic journey.
Eligibility & Overview
Financial Grant
Varies by year
Scholarship Type
Need based
What's Covered
Description
The Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees Endowment Award is a financial aid scholarship offered by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, designed specifically to assist undergraduate students who demonstrate considerable financial need. Established through an endowment fund created by the Dees family, this award honors the memory of Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees, who were committed to supporting education and community advancement. The scholarship is administered by the university’s financial aid office, which evaluates applicants based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and other financial documentation to determine eligibility. The amount awarded varies annually depending on the availability of funds and the level of demonstrated need. Unlike merit-based scholarships, this award focuses exclusively on financial need rather than academic or extracurricular achievements. The funds provided by the scholarship can be used to cover tuition, mandatory fees, and other related educational costs, thereby alleviating some of the financial burdens faced by students. Recipients are typically required to maintain satisfactory academic progress as defined by the university to continue receiving the award in subsequent years. The Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees Endowment Award complements other financial aid resources at UNC Chapel Hill, including federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. Students interested in applying for this scholarship should submit all required financial aid documentation by the university’s specified deadlines, which may vary each academic year. This award reflects UNC Chapel Hill’s broader mission to promote access and affordability in higher education, ensuring that students from diverse economic backgrounds have the opportunity to succeed academically and contribute to their communities.
Key Benefits
Provides financial support based on demonstrated need, helping to reduce the cost of attendance.
Funds can be applied toward tuition, fees, and other educational expenses, offering flexible financial assistance.
Financing Information
Funding and Financial Support Structure
The Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees Endowment Award is funded through an endowment established by the Dees family. The endowment generates income annually, which is allocated to support undergraduate students with financial need at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The amount available for distribution each year depends on the endowment’s performance and university policies governing endowment spending. As a need-based award, the scholarship amount varies per recipient, aligning with the student’s demonstrated financial need as assessed by the university’s financial aid office. The award is not a fixed sum and may fluctuate from year to year based on available funds and the number of eligible applicants. Students must complete the FAFSA and any additional financial aid forms required by UNC Chapel Hill to be considered for this scholarship. The award is typically applied directly to the student’s university account to cover tuition and fees, with any remaining funds potentially disbursed to the student for other educational expenses. Recipients are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible for continued funding. This scholarship is part of a comprehensive financial aid package that may include federal grants, loans, and work-study options, all coordinated by the university’s financial aid office to optimize student support.
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* Disclaimer: Information provided about the Levi, Mildred, and Rusch Dees Endowment Award is subject to change. Prospective applicants should verify all details, including eligibility criteria, deadlines, and award amounts, directly with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s financial aid office or official scholarship resources.