Want to Study in Boston for Free? Meet the Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award

Are you dreaming of studying in Boston, known for its cobblestone streets, prestigious colleges, and an abundance of Dunkin’ Donuts to keep you energized? Let’s face it, college in the U.S. can be extremely expensive. If you’ve been shocked by tuition fees, don’t worry, there’s hope. That hope comes in the form of the Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award. 

Yes, you heard that right. Full tuition. Room. Board. Fees. For four whole years. Basically, everything except your Spotify subscription is covered. So, what’s the catch? Well, you’ve got to be extra.

What You Get? (aka The Dream Package)

• 100% tuition covered
• All mandatory fees (minus health insurance)
• Room & board for FOUR years
• More bragging rights than your cousin who "almost got into Harvard"

And the best part? This scholarship replaces any other merit award you were offered before. So you’re getting the best deal possible.

Who’s Eligible?

• Be applying as a first-year student for the fall semester
• All World Countries are eligible
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.50
• Have taken rigorous courses like AP, Honors, IB, or college-prep
• SAT score of 1300+ or ACT score of 28+ (Optional)
• Be able to show strong community involvement and leadership
• Show passion for your chosen field (no pressure, but it helps if you talk about it like it’s your life's mission)

Also, international students? You’re welcome too. Just make sure your English proficiency is up to par!

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The Application: Bring the Drama (In Essay Form)

Here’s your moment: you’ll need to write a 300-500 word essay all about your leadership style. Think:

• What kind of leader are you?
• Where did you learn that?
• What have you done with it so far?
• And how will you level up as a leader at Simmons?

Real talk: This is not the time to be modest. Tell your story, make it personal, and don’t forget to proofread!

Deadlines You Cannot Miss

• December 1: Submit your full application and scholarship essay.
• End of January: Finalists will hear back.
• February: If you’re shortlisted, you’ll do an interview.
• March 1: That big “Congratulations, you got it!” email could land in your inbox. (Fingers crossed!)

Final Thoughts

This scholarship is highly competitive, but it can also be life-changing. If you have worked hard, remained curious, and are passionate about making a difference, this is your opportunity. 

So open that Google Doc. Start that essay. And remember, you don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be you, passionate, driven, and ready to grow.

Boston’s waiting. Simmons is calling. Are you in?