Ivory Foundation Completion Scholarship

Qualifications For Scholarship

The Ivory Foundation Completion Scholarship is available to former USU bachelor's students who meet the following criteria:

• Are returning to school after a break of at least 2 years
• Are within 40 credits of completing their degree
• Are committed to completing their degree within 18 months of their return. DegreeWorks plan must show completion of intended degree by spring 2026.
• Are committed to begin classes Fall 2024

Thanks to the generous grant from the Clark & Christine Ivory Foundation, qualifying students will be awarded an individualized scholarship meant to provide a boost of financial support towards tuition and fees throughout the last stretch of their undergraduate education at USU. 

Consider a Completion Degree

Graduating from college is a substantial life achievement. In our experience, students returning to college after a long break often find that some of their credits have expired; their prior major has been discontinued, or the major has new requirements that will mean more time and extra courses to complete.

Completion degrees like the Integrated Studies BS offer a great deal of flexibility, both in terms of curriculum and online program delivery option, aiming to empower students to achieve their career goals. Integrated Studies students pursue a curriculum aligned with their goals, values, interests, personality, and strengths through one of six Career Focus Areas (CFA):

• Business and Communication
• Social Sciences and Human Services
• Humanities and Arts
• Agriculture and Natural Resources
• Biological and Environmental Sciences
• Physical Sciences, Engineering, Math

Using the credit hours you've already earned, you can cut down the number of courses you need to take to earn your degree, saving you time and money. Coursework can be completed on campus or entirely online, giving you flexibility to study how and when you’d like. If you are interested in learning more about this major, reach out to the Integrated Studies program advisors. 

Application Process

Eligible individuals will be contacted by the university and instructed on the following process:

1. Meet with an advisor to discuss your completion option. We recommend meeting with Rebecca Berrett HERE via phone or Zoom to review your credits and previous degree requirements, explore completion options, and get connected to information, resources, and advising to help you make the decision that is right for you.
2. Start your application for readmission to USU at applynow.usu.edu. If you last attended USU Summer 2021 or later, you do not have to re-apply. Contact your admissions specialist if you have questions.
3. Complete the USU General Scholarship application. Answer
   “Are you considered a non-traditional student? question. By doing so, the Ivory Foundation Completion Scholarship application will be available for you to complete. You may also find other scholarships available to you. Please contact the statewide scholarship office for questions at statewide.usu.edu/scholarships.

   Apply for the Ivory Foundation Completion Scholarship

4. Once admitted, maximize your funding opportunities by applying for FAFSA.
5. Register for classes by May 1, 2024.

In order to qualify for this scholarship, students must have an active academic plan (DegreeWorks) to graduation, be admitted to USU, and register for classes by May 1, 2024.

If you need more information or have a question about your completion options contact Rebecca Berrett at rebecca.berrett@usu.edu. For general questions about the Ivory Foundation Completion Scholarships, contact Kandice Jeppsen at kandice.jeppsen@usu.edu. If you are an online student and need additional support, contact Dan Allred at dan.allred@usu.edu.