Lindner Co Op Scholarship Fund

The Lindner Co-op Scholarship Program is designed to support Lindner College of Business students as they prepare to begin their co-op experiences. Recognizing that professional development opportunities can come with financial challenges, this scholarship helps reduce the financial burden associated with starting a co-op.

Students can be granted scholarship funds up to two times a school year, Fall through Summer semesters. $750.00 per student co-op rotation up to 1,500.00 per student per school year.

All Lindner College of Business students who have accepted a co-op position are eligible.

You can apply anytime throughout the year—no waiting for deadlines! As soon as you secure your co-op, you can submit your application.

Students can receive funding up to two times per academic year, covering the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.

To empower every Lindner student to step confidently into their co-op experience with the financial support they deserve.

Start strong. Stay focused. Let Lindner help you make your co-op count.

 Students must submit their application through Scholarship Universe before the start of their co-op semester.

Provide the following answers to the questions on the application:

• Company

• Job title (must reflect your major)

• Essay- Personal statement of 400 words max to include: 

Why they are pursuing this particular co-op opportunity. How does it pertain to their major. Interest in the industry. How this scholarship assists from a financial perspective. Example, transportation, furniture….   Provide co-op job location and employer in-office expectations. Attach formal offer letter from employer on their letterhead. Budget sheet will be provided for student assistance but not to be a determining factor.

Students may start applying October 1, 2025; applications are accepted on a rolling basis.