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The Davis School of Business was named after entrepreneur and philanthropist, Ron Davis. Despite having to overcome hardship and a difficult family life, Ron Davis built a career defined by business innovation, ethical decision making and generosity.

The Davis Legacy Scholars program was created to reflect the ethos of Ron Davis and to support ambitious students and student-athletes. This program celebrates grit and resilience while providing support and resources for students to become the best version of themselves.

The Davis Legacy Scholar (DLS) program offers business students and student-athletes a unique advantage in their education, including:

  • A mentor network with community and business leaders to support career goals
  • Scholarship
  • Invitations to DLS-only events with community leaders
  • Preferential access to courses and special programs
  • Recognition at graduation for DLS who meet all requirements and present at CMU Student Showcase
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About Ron Davis
Ron Davis, a name synonymous with success in business, has spent decades using his experiences to provide opportunities for students. Now, he focuses on the DSB, where his investment and board service aim to uplift students. His legacy is felt in the lives of those he's touched.

Goal

To support students in their education and incentivize the activities that will best position them for success after graduation.

Vision

Encourage high-potential students to go beyond just credit hours and GPA to help them find the right career and prepare for future success.

Eligibility Requirements

Davis Legacy Scholars and Davis Athlete Scholars must meet specific eligibility requirements.

To be considered for the Davis Legacy Scholarship or the Davis Legacy Athlete Scholarship, incoming students must: 
  • Pursue a degree in business administration
  • Demonstrate a need for financial assistance
  • Display active participation in student organizations, athletic teams, co-curricular activities or exemplary community engagement
  • Show high academic achievement with a high school GPA above 3.5
Davis Legacy Scholars and Davis Legacy Athlete Scholars must be pursuing a degree in business and fulfill the following requirements:

  • Demonstrated need for financial assistance
  • Davis Legacy Athlete Scholars must be competing for CMU Athletics through an NCAA varsity or emerging club sport
  • Engagement: Actively engage in an on-campus club, team, student or community facing campus job or student administrative role on campus (Ambassadors, Student Government, etc.).
    • Students are required to show proof of ongoing engagement during the academic year for scholarship renewal.
  • Leadership: Show progress toward taking on leadership roles on campus through clubs, teams and other on-campus roles 
  • Career Preparation: 
    • Visit Career Services for a resume review in the first semester they are awarded the scholarship
    • Create and maintain a LinkedIn professional profile and post regular updates
    • Attend at least one CMU career fair or networking event each semester 
  • Participation: Attend at least one Davis Legacy Scholarship event each semester, attend CMU events and participate in volunteering opportunities
  • Student Showcase: Participate in CMU Student Showcase in their junior and senior year (typically in April).
  • Academic Achievement: Maintain a GPA above 3.2

Davis Legacy Scholar students and student-athletes are expected to embody the university values: 

  • Foster Community: Build a supportive and inclusive culture (Love, Dignity)
  • Lead with Purpose: Take on leadership roles in clubs, campus jobs and athletics (Courage, Power)
  • Serve Others: Participate in service and outreach within CMU and beyond (Love, Humility)
  • Excel Academically: Uphold high classroom performance and resilience in challenges (Resiliency)
  • Stay Involved: Attend and contribute to Legacy Network events (Curiosity, Power)
  • Pay It Forward: Give back to CMU, the Davis School of Business, and the Network after graduation (Humility, Power)
Additionally, Davis Legacy Scholars should exhibit exemplary professionalism and ambition while being responsive, on-time and accountable.

Become a Davis Legacy Scholar

Ready to invest in your future? Apply for the Davis Legacy Scholar program today.

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Become a Davis Legacy Athlete Scholar

Ready to invest in your future? Apply for the Davis Legacy Athlete Scholar program today.

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Davis Legacy Scholar Sample Schedule

Actual schedule may differ year to year.