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Crawford Scholars Program

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Crawford Scholars Program
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Join a​​​​ prestigious three-year scholarship program for students pursuing careers in technology leadership. With a total scholarship amount of $12,500 distributed over three years, this program offers high-achieving students the opportunity to accelerate their career development in business technology.

 
 

Crawford Scholars Program

Open to Driehaus and Jarvis students, this year-long program offers scholarships, mentorship, and hands-on leadership training for future business technology leaders.

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    Program Overview:

  • Freshman Year: Apply for the Exclusive Three-year Scholarship Program
    • See eligibility for qualifications.
  • Sophomore Year: Crawford Ethics and Technology Leadership Academy
    • Delve into ethical leadership and integrity through a case competition, executive speakers, hands-on simulations, and a consultation project.
  • Junior Year: Leadership Accelerator
    • Develop your leadership and career development skills through formal learning sessions, micro-learning experiences, and hands-on field opportunities.
  • Senior Year: Mentoring Program and Technology Executive-in-Residence
    • Accelerate your career with quarterly career coaching sessions and exclusive networking opportunities with technology industry leaders.

    Eligibility

    • Competitive application process starting at the end of freshman year.
    • Open to undergraduate students pursuing a major in the Driehaus College of Business or Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media.
    • Minimum GPA of 3.8 and have sophomore standing by Summer 2025.
    • Must maintain status as an active student for the entire duration of the program.
    • Formal application with essay questions and interview.

    Benefits:

    • Earn multiple certificates and carry the prestigious Crawford Scholar name.
    • Gain valuable experiences and visibility in the business technology field.
    • Gain a competitive edge by launching your career in business technology immediately after graduation.

    Apply now to become a part of this transformative academic hub and prepare for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving digital landscape!