Empowering Students. Advancing Impact.
Your support of Ursinus College makes transformative education more accessible, helping students gain the hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities they need to thrive in careers that make a difference.
The Ursinus Fund provides mission-critical support that impacts all areas of the college, shaping the Ursinus experience.
Support for annual scholarships helps the 99% of students who depend on financial aid to attend Ursinus.
More than 40% of Ursinus students are also athletes. Philanthropy ensures that they have what they need to achieve their goals.
McLean’s transformative estate commitment will enhance the science programs through support for laboratory renovations, student and faculty research, innovative teaching, and more.
Starting in spring 2027, the signature APEX initiative will give all Ursinus sophomores the opportunity to explore professional pathways abroad.
The generous gift from former multi-sport athlete Carolyn Estes Williams ’77 will support women’s field hockey, tennis, and basketball in memory of Coach Adele Boyd.
Michelle Yurko is a big believer in expanding access and affordability and is dedicated to supporting an Ursinus experience from which students emerge ready for successful lives and careers.
An experienced leader and fundraiser, Michelle is deeply committed to advancing the mission of Ursinus College and since she became vice president, the college has made significant increases in both fundraising and number of engaged alumni.
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Countless Ursinus alumni recall how scholarships made their Ursinus education possible. Today, Ursinus ranks among the nation's top national liberal arts colleges for both future earnings and social mobility, reflecting our continued commitment to increasing college access.
Scholarships are possible because of philanthropic partners like you. Each year, donor-funded financial support is disbursed directly to students with need.
Reach out to Michelle Yurko, vice president for advancement and external relations at myurko@ursinus.edu to explore the impact your philanthropy can have at Ursinus.
When you include Ursinus College in your estate plan, you ensure that that the college can help prepare students prepare for a successful life well into the future.
Your generosity helps students develop the intellect and character needed for a rapidly changing world.
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