Are you looking to study in the USA? Exciting news! The Simmons University Kotzen Scholarships are now open for applications. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the scholarship details, benefits, and the step-by-step application process.
About Simmons University Kotzen Scholarships 2025-2026
The Simmons University Kotzen Scholarships are fully funded opportunities for international students pursuing undergraduate studies. This prestigious scholarship covers full tuition, mandatory fees, and room and board, making it an excellent opportunity for students aiming to study in America.
In addition to covering essential costs, the scholarship provides an annual award of $3,000 for study abroad, summer internships, short-term courses, or research support. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years of full-time undergraduate study and takes precedence over any previously awarded merit scholarships. Qualified students are also encouraged to apply to the Simmons Honors Program.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate
- Institution: Simmons University
- Study in: USA
- Program Duration: Standard period of undergraduate study
- Application Deadline: December 1st, 2024
Offered Courses
Simmons University offers a wide range of undergraduate programs, including:
- African Studies (BA)
- Accounting (BSBA)
- Biology (BS)/Nutrition and Health Promotion (MS)
- Art (BA)
- Biochemistry (BS)
- Arts Administration (BA)
- Business Management (BSBA)
- Chemistry (BS)
- Computer Science (BS)
- Data Science and Analytics (BS)
- Economics (BA)
- English (BA)
- Environmental Science (BS)
- Exercise Science (BS)
- Finance (BSBA)
- French (BA)
- Health Informatics (BS)
- History (BA)
- International Relations (BA)
- Journalism (Concentration)
- Marketing (BSBA)
- Nursing (BS)
- Physics (BS)
- Political Science (BA)
- Psychology (BA)
- Public Health (BS)
- Social Work (BSW)
- Sociology (BA)
- Spanish (BA)
- Women’s and Gender Studies (BA)
- And many more…
Scholarship Benefits
The Kotzen Scholarship provides recipients with the following benefits:
- Full coverage of tuition fees, mandatory fees, and room and board.
- An annual award of $3,000 for study abroad, summer internships, short-term courses, or research support.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Simmons University Kotzen Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Language Requirement: English proficiency
- Eligible Countries: Open to students from all countries
- Standardized Test Scores: Minimum ACT score of 28, SAT score of 1300 (new) or 1250 (old SAT – CR+M), with at least 600 in each SAT section recommended.
- Academic Criteria: Must apply as a freshman for the fall semester, have a GPA of 3.3 or higher (unweighted), and demonstrate a strong academic record with honors, advanced placement (AP), or international baccalaureate (IB) courses.
- Additional Requirements: Non-native English speakers must submit TOEFL scores and SAT or ACT scores. Applicants should have completed an advanced level math course during or prior to their senior year of high school.
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the Simmons University Kotzen Scholarship:
- Submit Applications: Complete and submit both the scholarship and admission applications by December 1.
- Essays and Resume: Email your essays and resume in PDF or Word format to ugadm@simmons.edu with the subject line “Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award application” by December 1. Ensure each page includes your full name and date of birth.
- Essay Requirement: Write a 300-500 word essay describing your leadership style, providing specific examples of experiences that have shaped you as a leader, and how you envision yourself leading at Simmons.
- Interview: Finalists will be required to attend an on-campus interview in February. For international applicants unable to attend in person, a Skype interview may be arranged.
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Website
For more information on the Simmons University Kotzen Scholarships, please visit the official website.
