Frederick P. Lenz Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship in Religious Studies
This scholarship is awarded to two full-time undergraduates entering their junior or senior year who exhibit academic promise and an interest in and commitment to some form of contemplative practice. This scholarship, made possible by a grant from The Frederick P. Lenz Foundation for American Buddhism, is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents only. Maximum award will be $2,500 per student per year and it is renewable, although students must reapply for subsequent years. Students must submit the following:
A cover letter outlining qualifications for award;
An essay describing a) goals as a Naropa student, b) vision for the future application of a Naropa education and c) an indication, to the extent possible, of how the student hopes to make a contribution to American Buddhism;
A second essay in response to an aspect of Frederick Lenz’s work, the topic of which will be announced each year;
Two letters of recommendation that specifically address the criteria for this award;
To continue receiving the scholarship after the first year of study, the student must maintain status as a full-time student, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 and submit an essay describing the student’s current thinking about career goals and personal evolution as a result of scholastic work and contemplative practice. Application materials must be submitted to the Scholarship Review Committee c/o Student Administrative Services. Students should see www.fredericklenzfoundation.org for more information about the Frederick P. Lenz Foundation for American Buddhism.
