Scholarship details
The Roothbert Fund awards grants for undergraduate and graduate study in the United States. It also works to build fellowship among current and former grant recipients.The Roothbert Fund, Inc. is a small, nearly all-volunteer scholarship fund based in New York City. It was founded in 1958 as a living memorial to the combined idealism of two people: Albert and Toni Roothbert, both of whom emigrated from Germany in the early 20th Century.
Eligibility & Requirements
- While the Fund does not emphasize any particular form of religious practice or worship, it seeks to provide support to persons motivated by spiritual values – you’ll have to write about your religious connection.
- Strong preference will be given to graduate students as well as undergraduates who have completed at least 1 year of study (i.e., sophomore or junior applicants).
- Preference will be given to those who can satisfy high scholastic requirements and are considering careers in education.
How to Apply
To successfully apply for a scholarship from the Roothbert Fund, applicants must submit the following materials:
- The Roothbert Fund Application Form
- A scanned copy of an official transcript from the applicant’s current or most recent institution.
- Three autobiographical essays
- Three letters of recommendation
Reward
Grants are typically $5,000 to $7,000 and may be renewed for subsequent years.
Deadline & Annual
Applications are currently closed. They will re-open the portal on November 1st, 2021, this is an annual grant/scholarship.
