Coe College

The Diversity Leadership Scholarship

We firmly believe that the educational experience of all students is enriched by inclusion of strong voices from diverse backgrounds. In a sincere effort to attract academically talented students from underrepresented, diverse groups, Coe annually awards up to 10 full-tuition scholarships. The Diversity Leadership Scholarship is renewable for three years (annual renewal amount is equal to the full-tuition cost of the first year) and is awarded to graduating seniors who are US citizens from broadly diverse backgrounds.  Successful candidates will also have exhibited leadership in and out of the classroom.  Economically disadvantaged students from historically under-represented minorities, including African Americans, Hispanics, Latinos/as, Asian Americans and Native Americans, are especially encouraged to apply.

This scholarship is competitive. Applications must be submitted by February 23, 2012 and include:

• The Scholarship Application Form
• An essay of between 400 and 800 words. The essay should either describe a personal memory where an issue of cultural identity played a significant role OR address what the candidate expects to contribute, first to the Coe community and eventually to the wider world.
• At least one letter of recommendation.  The recommendation should be from a high school teacher or counselor and specifically address the candidate's potential contributions.
• If desired, one or more additional recommendations from non-family members may also be submitted.

Please address all materials to:

Coe College
Office of Admission
1220 First Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids IA 52402
Fax: 319-399-8816
E-mail: admissionevents@coe.edu

If you have any questions, please contact your admission counselor.