Ronald J. and Lilia E. Peters Scholarship Fund

The Ronald J. and Lilia E. Peters Scholarship recruits undergraduate students with declared majors in social work, education, dietetics or nutrition, psychology, or other major that can lead to a career in the public sector. Candidates must be enrolled full time and have financial need. Incoming freshmen must have graduated in the 85th percentile of their high school class or have an equivalent class ranking; transfer students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years provided the recipient continues to meet the stated criteria and writes a letter to the donors annually at the beginning of the academic year. The amount at which the scholarship renews may vary year to year based on funding available.

Fall and spring disbursement

Donor
Ronald J. Peters, '59, and Lilia E. Peters
Award
Varies
Deadline
05/29/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you in a declared major?
  2. Please explain if you are from a disadvantaged background.