Simmons College(SC), Morehead, Kentucky, provides financial assistance on the basis of the family’s ability to contribute. Last year, the university awarded over $42,393,041 in financial aid through scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study assistance. About 94% of students receive grants per year. These monetary benefits enable students to pay for their education without even having to repay back if it is in the form of scholarships and grants. Also, remember that you have a work-study program where a student will be involved in part-time work to pay for his tuition.
Planning on how to pay for college can be challenging. We’re here to help guide you through the financial aid process and provide assistance with your student account. Don’t stress about student finances, you’ll have enough to do, like hanging out with friends and studying for your classes.
Scholarships
University provides scholarships on the basis of student’s academic achievements, proven leadership, and participation in extracurricular activities- both in their schools and their communities. SC’s merit-based scholarships are offered through the following programs:
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Simmons Merit Scholarship is awarded to the students based on the strength of their academic record
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President’s Scholarship is offered to the fresher students of the university.
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Dean’s Graduate Scholarship awarded to graduate students who have achieved academic achievements.
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Faculty Scholarship, awarded to those who scored excellent high school grades.
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University Scholarship awarded based on a combination of ACT/SAT scores.
Grants
Grants are gift assistance which is awarded on the basis of financial aid. Various grants awarded to the students at the university are as follows:
Federal Grants
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Federal Pell Grant, awarded only to those students who have not earned a bachelor’s degree.
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Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant(SEOG), this grant is awarded to those students who have less financial need.
State Grants
- Simmons Residential Scholarships are awarded to the students who are residents of Massachusetts.