First Externally Funded Scholarship

The first externally funded scholarship came in 1902 from Dr. W. S. Nash, who gave $50 a year as a scholarship for a student studying mechanical engineering and who otherwise could not attend college.

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  • Title First Externally Funded Scholarship
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  • Website Name Volopedia
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  • Access Date December 31, 2025
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  • Date of Last Update October 7, 2018