Hilppa A.K. Roby Scholarship
Hilppa A.K. Roby Scholarship supports Finnish undergraduates at Vanderbilt’s College of Arts and Science, funding degree study, travel, and a summer experience to complement their education.
Funder: Fulbright Finland Foundation
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Early Decision I admission and priority aid) | January 1, 2027 (Regular Decision/Early Decision II admission; Early Decision II priority aid) | February 1, 2027 (Regular Decision/Transfer priority aid) | February 15, 2027 (Transfer priority admission)
Funding Amounts: Full tuition for the degree; need-based room, board, and fees support; up to $5,000 for one summer experience; $1,500 annual Finland travel allowance
Summary: Supports undergraduates from Finland with demonstrated financial need at Vanderbilt University’s College of Arts and Science.
Key Information: No separate scholarship application: applicants must apply for Vanderbilt admission and qualify for need-based financial assistance.
Description
Established by Joe L. Roby and Hilppa A. K. Roby, this scholarship supports undergraduate students from Finland who enroll in Vanderbilt University’s College of Arts and Science in Nashville, Tennessee. It is featured by the Fulbright Finland Foundation through its cooperation with Vanderbilt and combines tuition support with assistance toward living costs when demonstrated financial need exceeds tuition.
The scholarship also supports travel between Finland and the United States and a one-time summer study-abroad program, research investigation, or other approved experience. Recipients are automatically considered for the separate Fulbright Finland Partnership Award, which involves the Foundation’s own review and can provide advising, orientation, visa-process support, and alumni connections.
