Scholarships & Loans

PAUL K. ADDAMS UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $4,000

Brother Addams graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1929. For more than four decades, he was active in the Brotherhood serving as National President and Executive Director of the Fraternity and then as Chairman of the Board of the Foundation for 14 years.  In 1980, he received the Fraternity Executives Association Distinguished Service award for his contributions in connecting college administrators and fraternal organizations.  In 1988, he received the North American Interfraternity Conference Gold Meal, the highest honor in the Greek world.

The Paul K. Addams Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded for Academic Achievement, Leadership in Chapter and College and a significant commitment to Community Service.

RICHARD V. OLSON UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $3,000

Brother Olson graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1954 and went on to Rutgers University as a graduate student where he joined the Beta Phi Chapter.  He returned to WPI as an Assistant Professor in 1962 and served on that faculty for 21 years.  He was one of Alpha Chi Rho’s most popular Scholarship Advisors.

The scholarship recognizes a member for his Academic Achievement in the Physical Sciences, Mathematics or Engineering.

JAMES McFADDEN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $2,000

Brother McFadden is a graduate of Columbia University Class of 1919 and had a successful railroad freight routing business.  His contribution for the scholarship awards an undergraduate for his strong Academic Achievement, Leadership in Chapter and College and significant contributions to Community Service.

JOHN C. ENK UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $2,000

Brother Enk graduated from Rutgers University in 1913 and received his Master’s degree from Columbia University.  He was an administrator in the New Brunswick, New Jersey Schools for over 40 years.

The Enk scholarship is granted to an undergraduate with documented Academic Achievement, Leadership in his Chapter and College and a commitment to Community Service.

DONALD F. JONES UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $2,000

Don Jones served the Fraternity and Foundation in numerous capacities including Chairman of the Educational Foundation, President of the Fraternity and Chair of the National Finance Committee during the time that the National Headquarters was purchased.  After Don’s untimely passing in 2004, his wife, Nancy, and son, Matt, created two scholarships in Don’s name to continue his legacy.

The Donald F. Jones Undergraduate Scholarship is also based on exemplary Leadership in the Chapter and commitment to the local Community.

WESTON L. DANGLER UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $2,000

Brother Dangler, a 1943 graduate of Rutgers University and member of the Beta Phi Chapter, served as the National Treasurer of Alpha Chi Rho in 1972, National Secretary of Alpha Chi Rho from 1973 to 1986, and as Executive Director Emeritus of the Foundation.

This scholarship is awarded annually to a full-time enrolled undergraduate Brother based on financial need, strong academic achievement and commitment to the Fraternity’s founding principles of character, honor and integrity.

PATRICK “PATCH” McGOEY MEMORIAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $1,000

Patrick McGoey, age 19, beloved son of past National Staff member & National Chaplain Dr. Shane McGoey, PhD, Phi Pi Chi ’88, passed away on May 27, 2022. An exceptional hockey player and teammate, he touched many during his time as a member of the various hockey families.

In honor of Patrick, this scholarship supports resident Brothers who are engaged in intercollegiate, or club athletics and are also high academic achievers.

Application for Undergraduate Scholarships
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In 500 words or less, tell us about yourself - What are your academic and career goals? Why do you deserve this scholarship? How will this scholarship help you? In addition to your personal background, tell the Scholarship Committee why you joined Alpha Chi Rho, how being a Brother of Alpha Chi Rho changed you, how you impacted the Fraternity (an individual Brother, your Chapter, or the Brotherhood at large) and how you plan on being involved with your Chapter and Brotherhood at large.

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Please list activities which you have participated in at your Institution– student government, clubs, etc. Please also include how long you participated and any offices held.

Sports *

Please list the sport(s) in which you have participated and how many years you participated.

Community Activities *

Please list community activities in which you have participated without pay during college. Also include the type of work it was, what organization it was through, and the years participated without pay during college.

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List jobs you have held in the past four years (Include your Title, Employer, Hours per week, Summer/School Terms).

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Examples of Assets: Bank Accounts (checking/savings) – e.g., $1,200. Your car (if owned) – e.g., 2015 Toyota Corolla, approx. $6,000. Electronics – e.g., MacBook Air, $800. Investments – e.g., stocks, crypto, retirement. accounts.

Liabilities (This can include loans, credit card balances, or other debts. Estimates are fine) *

Examples of Liabilities: Student Loans – e.g., $10,000. Credit Card Debt – e.g., $500. Car Loan – e.g., $4,000. Other personal loans or recurring debts.

Anticipated Income (Current Academic Year) *

Include any income you expect to receive this year: jobs, internships, family support, or financial aid not already reflected above. (ex: Part time job = $4000, Family support = $2000, Work study = $1200)

Estimated Expenses *

Include all major costs related to your education and living: tuition, rent, food, transportation, books, etc. (ex: Tuition = $12000, Books = $2000, Rent = $6000, Food $2400)

If your expenses exceed your income, how will you make up the difference? *

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WILBUR M. “CURLY” WALDEN GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $3,000

Wilbur M. “Curly” Walden devoted 55 years to the Fraternity, 30 years as the National Secretary (now known as the CEO), and 20 years as Foundation Manager.  Funds for this scholarship were given personally by Curly and others in his name.

This scholarship is need-based and the recipient must have high Academic Achievement.

F. PRESCOTT HAMMOND GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $3,000

F. Prescott Hammond, a member of a New York Law Firm, a graduate of Columbia University in 1922 and Columbia Law School, left his entire residuary estate to the Foundation, having served as Chairman during its early years.  His bequest enabled the Alpha Chi Rho Educational Foundation to become one of the largest Fraternity Foundations at that time.

The criteria for this scholarship includes high Academic Achievement, Leadership in Chapter and College, and significant Community Service.

STANLEY G. BEDFORD GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP – $3,000

Stanley G. Bedford graduated from Columbia University in 1941, served in the US Navy in World War II and graduated from Columbia Law School in 1948.  Until his death in 1999, he was active in the Brotherhood serving as Editor of the Garnet & White, President of the Fraternity, and President and Chairman of the Board of the Foundation.  He practiced law until he went on the bench in 1971 where he remained Judge of the New Jersey Superior Court until his retirement in 1986.  This scholarship was established by his wife, Ruth, in his memory.  Mrs. Ruth Bedford is a young 99 years old and still assists as the Foundation’s Student Loan Manager.

This scholarship is awarded to a graduate Brother for his strong Academic Achievement, Leadership in Chapter and College and commitment to Community Service.

DONALD F. JONES GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP- $3,000

Don Jones served the Fraternity and Foundation in numerous capacities including Chairman of the Educational Foundation, President of the Fraternity and Chair of the National Finance Committee during the time that the National Headquarters was purchased.  After Don’s untimely passing in 2004, his wife, Nancy, and son, Matt, created two scholarships in Don’s name to continue his legacy.

The Donald F. Jones Graduate Scholarship is given to a Brother in good standing who is pursuing graduate studies in Pharma Science or Engineering and is based on past Leadership in his Chapter and local Community. Special consideration is also given to a Purdue student for this scholarship.

Application for Graduate Scholarships
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Which is your mailing address? *

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(Please note in order to be considered for a scholarship, your National Initiation Fee must be paid).

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Plans After Graduation *

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Essay *

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In 500 words or less, tell us about yourself - What are your academic and career goals? Why do you deserve this scholarship? How will this scholarship help you? In addition to your personal background, tell the Scholarship Committee why you joined Alpha Chi Rho, how being a Brother of Alpha Chi Rho changed you, how you impacted the Fraternity (an individual Brother, your Chapter, or the Brotherhood at large) and how you plan on being involved with your Chapter and Brotherhood at large.

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Chapter Involvement *

List Officer Positions you have held in the Chapter - Recruitment Chair, Treasurer, Philanthropy Chair, etc.

School Related/Affiliated Activities *

Please list activities which you have participated in at your Institution– student government, clubs, etc. Please also include how long you participated and any offices held.

Sports *

Please list the sport(s) in which you have participated and how many years you participated.

Community Activities *

Please list community activities in which you have participated without pay during college. Also include the type of work it was, what organization it was through, and the years participated without pay during college.

Work Experience *

List jobs you have held in the past four years (Include your Title, Employer, Hours per week, Summer/School Terms).

Other Pertinent Information (Honors, Awards, etc.)

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Assets (This helps us understand your financial situation. Estimate to the best of your ability) *

Examples of Assets: Bank Accounts (checking/savings) – e.g., $1,200. Your car (if owned) – e.g., 2015 Toyota Corolla, approx. $6,000. Electronics – e.g., MacBook Air, $800. Investments – e.g., stocks, crypto, retirement. accounts.

Liabilities (This can include loans, credit card balances, or other debts. Estimates are fine) *

Examples of Liabilities: Student Loans – e.g., $10,000. Credit Card Debt – e.g., $500. Car Loan – e.g., $4,000. Other personal loans or recurring debts.

Anticipated Income (Current Academic Year) *

Include any income you expect to receive this year: jobs, internships, family support, or financial aid not already reflected above. (ex: Part time job = $4000, Family support = $2000, Work study = $1200)

Estimated Expenses *

Include all major costs related to your education and living: tuition, rent, food, transportation, books, etc. (ex: Tuition = $12000, Books = $2000, Rent = $6000, Food $2400)

If your expenses exceed your income, how will you make up the difference? *

Briefly explain how you plan to cover any gap — savings, family support, loans, etc. (ex: 'I will use savings and apply for student loans as needed')

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Are you Interested in a Loan? *SelectYesNo

Are you related to any trustee or officer of the Foundation? *SelectYesNo

Amount of any previous loan from the Foundation

Date of any previous loan from the Foundation

Date loan is needed

Amount Requested

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