The Hilppa A.K. Roby Scholarship at Vanderbilt University
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Joe L. Roby and Hilppa A. K. Roby have established the Hilppa A.K. Roby Scholarship, providing full-tuition support to undergraduate students from Finland with demonstrated financial need who are enrolled in Vanderbilt’s College of Arts and Science. In addition to full tuition, the scholarship will provide a stipend of up to $5,000 to be used for a one-time summer study abroad, research investigation or other approved experience, and an additional $1,500 per year as a travel allowance to and from Finland.
To be considered for the Hilppa A. K. Roby Scholarship, students must meet Vanderbilt’s highly selective admission criteria and are also required to apply and qualify for need-based financial assistance; no additional application is necessary for the Hilppa A.K. Roby Scholarship. For more information, contact Dr. Douglas L. Christiansen, Vice Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admissions, at douglas.christiansen@vanderbilt.edu.
Mrs. Roby was born in Helsinki, Finland, was previously associated with the United Nations and is a longstanding trustee of the American-Scandinavian Foundation in New York City. Mr. Roby is a cum laude graduate of Vanderbilt University and has served on the University Board of Trust since 2000.
Finnish students may also apply for Vanderbilt University’s three signature merit-based scholarship programs:
The Ingram Scholarship for students who plan to pursue a business or professional career and have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to community service.
The Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship for students who combine outstanding academic achievement with strong leadership and contributions outside the classroom;
The Chancellor’s Scholarship for students with outstanding high school records, a proven commitment to bridging gaps among economically, socially, and racially diverse groups, and a demonstrated, significant interest in issues of diversity education, tolerance, and social justice.
To be considered for Vanderbilt’s three signature merit-based scholarships, students must complete:
• Appropriate forms from Vanderbilt’s Application Packet for Merit-Based Scholarships
• The application for admission
Find complete information and applications for merit-based scholarshipsat www.vanderbilt.edu/scholarships
Find complete information regarding the Hilppa A.K. Roby Scholarship and other international need-based financial assistance at admissions.vanderbilt.edu/international-cost-finance.php