Founded in 1898, the College Club of Cleveland aims to promote the social, philanthropic, and literary interests of Cleveland’s college-educated women. Broadening its early focus, the club now includes both men and women, supporting their educational pursuits through scholarship awards. The foundation has awarded over 150 scholarships since 1990, evolving to support both undergraduate male and female students in their educational endeavors.
The College Club of Cleveland Foundation offers scholarships to both traditional and non-traditional students, with a particular focus on supporting non-traditional, adult learners across Northeast Ohio. Targeting those who have had their education interrupted for a year or more, these scholarships are available to Pell-eligible individuals pursuing their first bachelor’s, an associate degree, or a non-degree certificate in a vocational or technical program. The scholarship, solely for tuition, is renewable for up to four years or until the recipient completes their first bachelor’s degree, contingent upon the student maintaining minimum academic requirements and availability of funds. The award amounts to $5,000 per academic year, divided between the fall and spring semesters, under the condition that the student is enrolled at least part-time. This initiative reflects the foundation's broad goal of making higher education more accessible to a diverse population of students in the Cleveland area.