ScholarshipsListed below are the available scholarships for the 2008/2009 academic year, beginning Summer 2008. The deadline for applications is June 13, 2008 (postmarked or dated electronically). You need to have also applied for financial aid to be eligible.
By submitting an essay for the scholarships, you are authorizing members of the Scholarship Committee to review your financial and academic status to determine your eligibility. Financial eligibility is determined from information submitted on the FAFSA form; academic eligibility is determined by “satisfactory progress”, i.e. getting credit for the semester, and by enrolling.
If you have any questions, contact the Financial Aid Office or email scholarships@goddard.edu. Fill out the online 2008/2009 Scholarship Application Form here, or download a paper version of the 2008/2009 Scholarship Application Form here.
The Pearl Fund Scholarship - $1,000/year for 2 students Given in memory of Pearl Fink by her children Janis Ian and Eric Fink. Pearl enrolled in Goddard’s Adult Degree Program at the age of 49, after having been in the workforce for several decades. Getting a BA was a lifetime goal for her. Pearl found her passion in playwriting, going on to earn a MA from Goddard at the age of 52 and writing a full-length play.
Criteria: Given to a student who demonstrates financial need and aspires to earn a first- time BA or MA degree and has either: a) been out of school for 10+ years, or b) has been in the workforce for 10+ years.
The Spirit of Goddard Scholarship - $1,000/year for 7 students Created by several donors, the Spirit of Goddard scholarship supports Goddard’s commitment to progressive education and its vision for a diverse and inclusive academic community.
Criteria: Given to students who qualify for financial aid, and who demonstrate a commitment to the mission of Goddard College (see application form).
Original Spirit Scholarship Donors:
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