Rob Floe '77 Fund Scholarship

Summary:
The Robert John Floe ’77 Endowed Scholarship for Study Away provides scholarship support for students participating in an approved study away program, with a preference for students with demonstrated financial need and who identify as LGBTQIA2S+. Preference goes to students whose Macalester and personal experiences have a strong community engagement and volunteer component.

Award Amount:
Eligible students can expect to receive an award in the range of $1,000-$2,850. Financial need statuses will be confirmed by the Financial Aid Office. Funds will not cover the cost of all anticipated expenses incurred while away, but may act as a financial offset.

Eligibility:
–Participation in a Macalester-approved, semester-long study away program
–This award is intended for students who identify as LGBTQIA2S+.
–Students are not eligible if they are already receiving a Pitts Scholarship (applicants will be notified by April 30 of each year) or SAWS Award.
–Demonstrated financial need

Application & Deadlines:
Submit:
—Short essays related to identity and community engagement

Fall: App opens in Feb, due by Apr 15 Spring: App opens in Sept, due by Oct 31