The following Institutional Financial Assistance is offered to Upperclassmen based on merit, need and Lasell community recommendations. No application required for these scholarships. 

Florence Adams Scholarship
Established by former trustee Lydia A. Godsoe '18 in honor of her mother. Preference given to "deserving students from the State of Maine."

The Joan Weiler Arnow '49 and Robert H. Arnow Scholarship
Established in 1995 to provide scholarship assistance to students who demonstrate academic achievement, civic responsibility and demonstrated financial need. The income from this endowment gift provides for three scholarships annually; one per each returning class. Funds from this scholarship may be reassigned to the same student for up to three years if the student continues to exemplify the outstanding qualities upon which the original assignment was made.

Virginia Thomas Baxter '39 Endowed Scholarship
Established in 1997 to provide scholarship support for a worthy student with financial need.

Emma Gilbert Carver Scholarship
Given by the family of Emma Gilbert Carver, Class of 1945.

Lucille Huse Chapell '37 Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 2009 to provide scholarship support to needy and worthy students.

Max M. and Marian M. Farash Scholarship
Established in 1973 by Mr. and Mrs. Farash of Rochester, New York.

Toni Kennedy Gelotte '56 Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 2011 to provide scholarship support for deserving students with financial need.

Jason C. Georgilas Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 2001 by Katherine E. Meredith '94 in memory of Jason C. Georgilas, son of Linda Georgilas '94.  The income from this fund will be used to provide scholarship support for needy and deserving students, with a preference given to students in Allied Health.

Elizabeth Groth Johnsen '45 Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 1997 by members of the Johnsen family to be awarded to an Allied Health major.

The Eleanor C. Kiefer Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2000 in her memory by her husband John A. Kiefer, both parents of Trustee P. Lynn Kiefer Holt '61. The income from this fund will be used to provide scholarship support to needy and deserving students at Lasell.

Cornelia Hemingway Killam Scholarship Fund
Established by Caroline Killam Moller '57 in honor of her mother, a trustee of Lasell for 20 years and member of the Class of 1922. Designated for a student with financial need.

The Dr. and Mrs. Bernard Lederman Endowed Scholarship 
Established in 1987 by Nonie Lederman Carroll, Class of 1945. Awarded annually, this scholarship is named in honor of Dr. Bernard Lederman, graduate of Harvard Medical School and well-respected obstetrician and gynecologist in the Boston area, and his wife, the former Maude Saks, well known as a primitive artist. Preference is given to students majoring in the humanities.

Jean '49 and Cynthia '78 Sargent Lee Endowed Scholarship
Established by a mother and daughter alumnae team to provide funds to a deserving student with financial need.

Joan Lindeman '54 Scholarship Fund
Established in 2010 to provide funds to a worthy student with financial need.

Jo-Ann Vojir Massey '51 and Anna A. Vojir Endowed Scholarship 
Established in 2001 by Jo-Ann and Dwight Massey. The income from this fund will provide a deserving student with scholarship support.

Williams Morgan Scholarship
Established in 1973 by Mr. and Mrs. Douglas R.G. Williams (Sylvia T. Morgan, Class of 1930.) Given annually on the basis of character and citizenship.

John O. and Celia Kinsley Percival '34 Endowed Scholarship
Established in 1999 by Celia Kinsley Percival '34 in memory of her husband, John O. Percival, and in honor of Celia's 65th Reunion. The income from this fund provides scholarship support for one or more worthy students with financial need.

Rosalie Brightman Rosen Scholarship
Endowed in honor of Rosalie Brightman Rosen, Class of 1927, a loyal alumna and valued Trustee. Candidates should combine academic achievement with a demonstrated commitment to the community.

Elisse Allinson Share '65 and Jennifer A. Share '98 Endowed Scholarship 
Established in 2002 by Elisse and Neil Share, the income from this fund will be used to provide scholarship support for needy and deserving students, with preference given to students with learning disabilities.

S. Joanne Smith Scholarship Fund
Established in 2000 to provide a deserving student with scholarship support.

Marion E. Steinmetz '50 Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 2012 by the Estate of Marion E. Steinmetz, for deserving students with financial need.

Lucy Johnston Sypher Scholarship
This award was established in 1991 in memory of Lucy Johnston Sypher, professor emerita of English and an author of children's books. Funded by her family, the scholarship is awarded to a candidate who has demonstrated academic ability and financial need.

Betty Culver Thomson '48 Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2002, by Betty Culver Thomson '48. The income from this fund will provide a deserving student with scholarship support.

Molly E. Upham '35 Scholarship
Established in 1994 by Molly Upham, Class of 1935, to provide scholarship assistance to students who demonstrate academic achievement and leadership in the Lasell community. Demonstrated financial need is also a component. The income from this endowment gift provides for three scholar- ships annually; one per each returning class. Funds from this scholarship may be reassigned to the same student for up to three years if the student continues to exemplify the outstanding qualities upon which the original assignment was made. Recipients of aid from this Fund will be known as Upham Scholars.

Adelaide Shaffer Van Winkle '36/H'96 Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2011 in honor of her 75th Reunion. The income from this fund provides scholarship support for deserving students with financial need.

The Ward-de Witt Presidential Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2000 by President Thomas E.J. de Witt and his wife, Dr. Margaret E. Ward, in support of Lasell 150: the campaign to celebrate Lasell's Sesquicentennial, 1996-2001. The income from this fund will be used to provide scholarship aid, available and awarded to students who have demonstrated financial need, displaying high academic potential and leadership qualities, with preference given to international students.

Joan Howe Weber '51 Endowed Scholarship
Established in 1996 in honor of her 45th Reunion. The income from this fund provides scholarship support for a worthy student with financial need.

Harriet Markham Wedeman '48 Endowed Scholarship
Established in 1998 to aid a deserving student with financial need.

Eleanor T. and Alfred C. Edwards Scholarship
Established in memory of the parents of alumna Gail Edwards Pocock, Class of 1967, honoring the long service of Mr. Edwards as trustee of the Lasell.

Sylvia Goodman Scholarship 
Established by Lasell in 1989 in recognition of over 20 years of her teaching service in the sciences. Awarded to a student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in a helping profession.

Claire Kay Memorial Scholarship
This award was created in 1997 in memory of Claire Kay, Director of Information Technology, to be awarded to a returning student who demonstrates strong character, love of learning, concern for the Lasell community, and pursuit of new endeavors.

Norma MacLeod Scholarship
Established by the Lasell in 1989 in recognition of her 24 years of service as a faculty member in the Nursing Program. Awarded to an outstanding student preparing for a career in the helping professions.

The McIninch Foundation Scholarship
Established in 2011 in honor of Judith Shanahan '48 to support two underserved, bright and ambitious students, with preference given to students from New Hampshire.

The Mary McNamara '56 and Antoinette Ruinen '56 Fund for International Students or Studies
Established in 1996 to help foreign students to attend Lasell University or for Lasell students to engage in foreign studies outside of the United States. The donor's primary intention is to encourage enduring friendships among students from different parts of our global village, as exemplified by the rich relationship enjoyed by these two Lasell roommates who became life-long friends.

Sebastian F. Mignosa Scholarship 
Established in 1988 by the colleagues and friends of Professor Mignosa who served Lasell from 1956 to 1987. Given to a deserving student in business.

Constance W. Milner Scholarship
Established in 1984 by the colleagues, friends, and former students of Constance W. Milner, upon her retirement as director of the Lasell Nursing Program.

Eileen Ruth Moses Scholarship 
Established by the Student Nurses Association. Eileen R. Moses was a member of the Class of 1978.

William E. Schrafft and Bertha E. Schrafft Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be given to benefit bright and ambitious students from Boston's neighbor- hoods with preference to students in training for one of the health professions.

Summer Internship Stipend
Since 2014, one Trustee and Lasell offer ten stipends to students who accept a full-time, unpaid internships in conjunction with the internship course in their major. This is intended to provide students with resources to explore career opportunities in locations not realistic during the school year.

Priscilla Alden Wolfe Scholarship 
Given by alumnae and friends in memory of Priscilla Alden Wolfe, Class of 1919. Mrs. Wolfe, elected to the board of trustees in 1948, was chairman at the time of her death in 1961.

Outside scholarships are a great resource to build up your financial aid. An outside scholarship--sometimes also called a private scholarship--is an award granted by an organization other than the Department of Education or Lasell University. Review submissions guidelines and deadlines carefully. Completing an application does not guarantee an award. If a student is awarded an outside scholarship, they must inform the Office of Financial Aid. 

Outside Scholarship Search Tools and Resources: 

• College Resources for Hispanic Students Includes a close look at a wealth of online resources available to Hispanic students, including an updated list of scholarships, grants, and other financial aid options.

• Featured Scholarships by FastWeb Updated monthly with fast and simple scholarship applications. 

• Freshman Scholarships by FastWeb A tailored list of scholarships specifically geared towards students after their first year. 

• NICHE College Scholarship Search Regularly updated list helps to match students to eligible scholarships. Review each application for entry steps. 

• Sallie Mae Scholarship Search and Sallie Mae GRADUATE Scholarship Search

• Rhode Island Foundation Rhode Island residents can search for different scholarships from organizations within the state.

• Rhode Island Scholarship Search Rhode Island students can use this website to find local scholarships in Rhode Island specific to Rhode Island residents.

• Scholarships & Financial Resources for Asian Students
  

• Scholarships & Financial Resources for Black Students
  

• Scholarships & Financial Resources for Native American StudentsScholarship Guidance

• LGBTQ Scholarship Search by NerdWallet 
  

• WyzAnt Scholarships This online search site for tutors also has a number of different scholarship programs and search information and tips for how to write scholarship essays.

• GoingMerry Create one profile and students can be connected with matching scholarship opportunities. 

• Study Abroad Scholarships:A selection of scholarships specifically catering to students seeking to study abroad (via Goabroad.com)

• FinAid Scholarship Search

• Career One Stop Scholarship Finder

• MyDocumentedLife.Org College Scholarship Resources A selection of resources and college scholarship opportunities for undocumented students. 

• Scholarships for International Students by MPower Financing MPOWER offers various scholarships for international students seeking to gain an education in the U.S. or Canada.

Individual Outside Scholarship Opportunities 

Chairish "Design Your Future" Scholarship Program

Overview: All majors are encouraged to apply, but preference will be given to applicants pursuing design and engineering- related fields.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: January 1 and June 30, annually

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Overview: Earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships by completing steps to plan for college. 
Amount: Up to $40,000
Deadline: Ongoing

Community Impact Scholarship - Andrews Law Office

Overview: For college students who have made a substantial impact in their community through volunteer work.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: March 2, 2023

DAR Scholarship

Overview: Various across different academic interests and student backgrounds.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 31, annually

Diamocycle Scholarship for Future Entrepreneurs

Amount: $1000
Deadline: June 1, 2023

Discover® Student Loans Scholarship Award

Amount: $5000
Deadline: January 31, 2023

Explore Medical Careers Scholarship

Overview: Every year ExploreMedicalCareers.com is offering three scholarships to students attending universities, colleges, and other academic and non-academic institutions across the U.S. on their way to becoming medical professionals, of any kind.
Amount: $500 to $1,500
Deadline: December 31, annually

Fight for Freedom Scholarship

Overview: Submit an essay
Amount: $1000
Deadline: July 31, 2023

Financial Help for Students Desiring Health & Wellness Related Careers

Overview: Post-secondary (university or community college) student who provides the winning essay promoting a healthier living lifestyle.
Amount: $500
Deadline: July 31, 2023

Go Transcript Academic Scholarship

Overview: Essay about Share a story about how language has helped you express your voice.
Award: $5,000
Deadline: year-round

Growing Your Community Scholarship

Overview: We developed the Growing Your Community Scholarship as a way to reward and encourage students who think about and implement ways to serve others. This can be something as simple as volunteering at a soup kitchen or as complex as creating your own non-profit.
Amount: $1500
Deadline: June 15, 2023

incFile: Young Entrepreneur Scholarship Grant

Amount: $2500
Deadline: June 30th, September 30th, and December 31st

Land Legal Group Scholarship

Overview: Pre-law students; essay about law.
Award: $1000
Deadline: February 13, 202

Lemon Law Experts Scholarship

Overview: current law student at an accredited U.S. law school, or undergraduate student at an accredited U.S. college or university who has applied to or will apply to law school. 
Amount: $500
Deadline: February 25, 2023

Little Bundle Superdad Scholarship

Overview: Our goal with the Little Bundle Superdad Scholarship is to make things a little easier for single dads and their loved ones. Similar to our Supermom Scholarship, twice a year, we’re giving one high school winner and one college winner help with tuition, in the form of a $1,000 high school award and a $2,000 college award. Each winner will also be entitled to a year of free organic baby formula from Little Bundle, which can be redeemed right away, deferred for later use, or donated to a friend or loved one.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: June 30 and December 31

Mental Health System Reform Scholarship

Overview: Essay about whether you believe that the mental health system in our country can do more to serve the needs of individuals with mental health disorders
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 28, 2023

Michael Moddy Fitness Scholarship

Overview: For a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement, participation, and leadership in school activities and work experience, and interest in pursuing a career in the health and fitness-related fields.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: August 1, 2023

Money Key Scholarship

Overview: Write an essay about what financial responsibility mean to you and what steps should students take to plan their budget.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: September 30 and March 31, 2023

National Eagle Scout Association Scholarships

Amount: varies
Deadline: January 31, 2023

New England Employee Benefits Council

Overview: New England Employee Benefits Council (NEEBC), the region's leading provider of benefits and total rewards education and networking, is offering a scholarship to both full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate students.
Amount: Four $1000 to $3000 awarded annually
Deadline: April 1, annually

PixelPlex Scholarship

Overview: Students to pursue further education in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as economics and business.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: June 5, 2023

Prime Putt Scholarship for Sports Majors 

Overview: Essay answering the following prompts: How have sports impacted your life? What motivates you to pursue a sports-related degree? What dreams do you hope to pursue with your degree? 
Amount: $1,000 
Deadline: January 15, 2023 

Reading, MA Scholarship Foundation

Overview: Apply if you are a Reading, Massachusetts resident who is currently a high school senior OR is pursuing an undergraduate degree or a non-Reading, MA resident that attended Reading Memorial High School in Reading, MA, as a full-time student for a period of at least three years.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1, 2023 

Sallie Mae: Completing the Dream Scholarship Program

Overview: Students on-track to complete their degree or continuous education program who are facing financial challenges may apply to receive a one-time scholarship of up to $2,500 to help complete their post-secondary education program.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: May 31, 2023

Scholarship for Future Entreprenuers

Overview: Enrolled in business program at a college.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 1, 2023

Scholarship for Gaming Students

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: May 15

Silva Injury Law Scholarship

Overview: Must be currently enrolled or accepted in an accredited law school in the U.S.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: February 28, 2023

SI Yacht's Positive Values Scholarship Program

Overview: How has your work ethic paid off in your student experience so far? What positive values do you apply to your life to be the best you can be?
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: December 31

SmartSolar Sustainability Scholarship 

Overview: Essay about what do you think is the most impactful way to combat climate change? 
In what ways do you strive to fight climate change in your life? 
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 1, 2023 

Strong Roots Scholarship

Overview:Essay on community
Amount: $1000
Deadline: August 31, 2023

Sutliff & Stout Annual Scholarship Contest

Overview: We are asking students to write an essay of at least 500 words detailing their most common distracted driving habits, and to describe the concrete steps they will take to put an end to those habits.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: July 28, 2023

Sweet and Simple Scholarship

Overview: Essay about when you received a gift and why it meant so much to you.
Amount: $1,050
Deadline: February 28, 2023

What Will Be Your Trademark? Scholarship Contest

Overview: Our annual scholarship awards a student $2,500 which can be used for any expenses associated with a college education. This can include rent, food, clothing, books, technology, tuition, or paying off loans. The scholarship will be awarded to the community college, college, or law school student with the best story of what their “trademark” will be in life. In other words, when your career is over, what will you be known for?
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: June 15, annually

Woolroom National Scholarship

Overview: Essay about sleep.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: January 5 and August 15

Need-Based Grants

By completing the FAFSA, all students are automatically considered for all forms of need-based financial aid offered by Lasell and federal and state government. Grants are awarded based on financial need and do not have to be repaid. 

The FAFSA may be filed anytime after October 1st but should be received by Lasell no later than March 1st for priority consideration. Complete the FAFSA with Lasell University code 002158. 

Lasell University Grant

Students who demonstrate additional financial need for assistance may be offered Lasell University Grant funding in addition to any federal and state grants and loans they may qualify for. 

Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant is offered to undergraduate students who apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, show significant financial need, and whose estimated family contribution (EFC) falls within a range determined by the federal government. If a student is eligible for this award, it will appear on the financial award package. 

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Act (SEOG)

SEOG is grant funding provided to the university by the federal government to award to significantly needy undergraduate students. It is a limited pool of funding, and Lasell usually reserves this funding for the neediest students and those who receive the Pell Grant. If Lasell determines that a student should receive this grant it will be in the financial aid package.

State Grants

Several states in the New England region offer state grants or scholarships that may be used while attending Lasell. Most states use the FAFSA information to determine eligibility for this funding, and most have deadlines by which the FAFSA must be received for processing in order to qualify. If a student misses this deadline, Lasell cannot make up for the loss of this funding in the financial aid package. It is advisable to file the FAFSA as soon after October 1st of each year as possible in order to ensure consideration and eligibility for all forms of financial aid. Students should consult the FAFSA instructions for the specific deadline for their state of residence. 

Regionally, the following states have reciprocal agreements with Massachusetts:

Vermont
Pennsylvania

Massachusetts State Grant

Massachusetts residents must file the FAFSA by August 1st of each year in order to be considered for the Mass State Grant. If a student is eligible for this funding, it will appear in the financial aid package. 

Gilbert Grant

Grant aid funded by the State of Massachusetts. Students who are Pell eligible students and meet Massachusetts state residency requirements are considered for this funding.