Scholarships & Grants
Lasell University Awards
We offer institutionally funded scholarships and grants. Scholarships are gift aid based on merit. We also offer additional grant aid based on your financial need. You don’t repay either merit or grant aid.
Eligibility
- All admitted Lasell University applicants will be considered for Lasell University Awards based on a holistic review process.
- The Office of Admission determines and awards Lasell University Awards to new students at the time of admission.
You may qualify for additional need-based funding. After receiving your FAFSA, we will prepare an aid package that may include Lasell University Awards, institutional grants, federal grants, state grants, federal work study, or student loans.
Lasell University Awards are based on full-time, in-person enrollment in our standard academic programs, as well as your selected housing status. We are committed to offer the same level of funding over four years, provided there are no significant changes in your student status.
Institutional Scholarships
The following Institutional Financial Assistance is offered to Upperclassmen based on merit and need.
Lasell University Alumni Association Scholarship
Each year, the Lasell University Alumni Association (LUAA) awards a Lasell junior or senior with the Lasell University Alumni Association Scholarship. For students to qualify for the scholarship, they must:
1. Be a junior or senior in September 2021
2. Have completed at least one full year at Lasell
3. Have a grade-point average of at least 3.5
4. Contributed to the Lasell community
If students meet the above criteria, they are eligible to apply.
LUAA is currently accepting applications for the LUAA Scholarship to outstanding students for the 2022-2023 academic year. Student applications are due by December 3. More information and application can be found at:
https://www.lasellalumni.org/s/61/16/index.aspx?sid=61&gid=1&pgid=2006
Please email recommendations to Tom Williams, director of alumni relations and annual Fund, by December 3, 2021.
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
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
- WiseGeek LGBTQ+ Awareness Scholarship
- 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).
Individual Outside Scholarship Opportunities:
A Review Guide Scholarship
Algrim Exceptional Student Scholarship
More information: https://www.algrim.co/1962-scholarship
Amount: $2000
Deadline: April 30, 2022
Alliance Recruitment Human Resource Development Scholarship Program
Aspiring Writers Scholarship
Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship
Overview: This scholarship is for US citizens who are going abroad for a semester internationally. The student must be Pell Grant eligible.
Amount: Up to $5,000
Deadline: Complete application the semester before you wish to go abroad.
More Information: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/
Bogdan Law - Healthcare Professional Scholarship
Overview: Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree in a healthcare related field including medical and pre-med, pharmacy and pre-pharmacy, nursing and nurse practitioner, and physician programs.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: January 7, 2022
Chairish Scholarship Program
CKitchen Educational Funding Scholarship
Overview: For undergraduate FALL 2022 (new or returning) students majoring in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management.
Amount: $5000
Deadline: October 31th, 2022
Cleanup Expert 2021 Scholarship
More information: https://cleanup.expert/scholarship-for-2021/
Amount: $1500 or $3000
Deadline: December 25, 2021
College Board Opportunity Scholarships
Overview: This scholarship program is open to all students and it doesn't require an essay, application, or minimum GPA. Instead, it rewards your effort and initiative. Complete key steps along your path to college for a chance to earn scholarships.
Amount: Up to $40,000
Deadline: Ongoing
More Information: https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/
Completing the Dream Gap Scholarship
Overview: Funding is available until the funds are exhausted. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending an accredited post-secondary institutionopens in a new window or continuous education program. Two hundred and fifty (250) students completing a two-year, four-year, or trade/vocational certificate/certification program will be selected to receive a gap scholarship up to $2,500 for the 2021 – 2022 academic school year. Selected students must be in good academic standing, but at risk of not returning to or graduating/ completing due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis.
Amount: up to $2500
Deadline: August 31, 2022 Funding is available until the funds are exhausted.
More Information: https://www.tmcf.org/students-alumni/scholarship/2021-2022-tmcf-sallie-mae-fund-completing-the-dream-gap-scholarship/
Credello College Scholarship
Overview: This scholarship program is open to all students. Video submission required.
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: April 15, 2022
More Information: https://www.credello.com/scholarship/
Dansker & Aspromonte Associates PTSD Scholarship
Overview: This scholarship will serve the dual purpose of helping a college student while reminding the community of the care that is needed for those suffering from PTSD.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: December 15, 2021
More Information: https://www.dandalaw.com/about/scholarships/ptsd-scholarship/
Diamocycle Scholarship for Future Entrepreneurs
Overview: Offered to undergraduate 2nd year students or above in a business-related program. Must not have prior Bachelor's Degree. Click through the website for the essay requirements.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: June 1, 2022
More Information: https://www.diamocycle.com/scholarship
Discover® Student Loans Scholarship Award
More Information: Available for new or returning undergraduate, graduate, or parents of a student. Must be U.S. citizen or resident of U.S. Territory. Visit https://www.discover.com/student-loans/college-planning/scholarships/award for complete rules and entry form.
Amount: $5000
Deadline: January 31, 2022
Explore Medical Careers Scholarship
Financial Help for Students Desiring Health & Wellness Related Careers
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, 2022
More Information: https://kainelaw.com/scholarships/growing-your-community-scholarship/
Kaplan Group Business Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Korean American Scholarship Search
Overview: Scholarship search is for Korean American students (including foreign students from Korea) who are involved in civic services and leadership and nurture their Korean heritage. Open to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Amount: Varies
Deadline and application information: Varies based on each particular scholarship fund.
More Information: https://www.kasf.org/scholarships/
Kreeger Law Firm Scholarship
Little Bundle Superdad Scholarship
Little Bundle Supermom Scholarship
Made in America Movement Scholarship
Overview: At Made in America Movement (MAM), we believe in supporting and empowering students that are hungry to learn, enthusiastic and dedicated to improving themselves. The program assists students with direct financial aid, which can be used towards tuition, fees, books, and accommodation.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: December 31, annually
More Information: https://www.themadeinamericamovement.com/made-in-america-movement-scholarship/
Marju Fashions Scholarship
Overiew: At Marju Fashions, we firmly believe in giving back to the community, and that education is the best investment we can make in our future generations. The winners will be announced on January 15th, 2023 and the winner will be notified by email.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: December 31, 2022
More Information: https://www.marjufashions.com/pages/marju-fashions-scholarship
Money Key Scholarship
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
More Information: https://www.neebc.org/scholarship-program
Newsome Melton
Overview: Awards a scholarship to a deserving student leader twice per year in the spring and fall.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: June 15
More Information: https://www.newsomelaw.com/student-leadership-scholarship/
North American Van Lines Logistics Scholarship
Overview: North American Van Lines has launched a logistics scholarship to help students all across the country further their education. North American Van Lines firmly believes in helping to improve the future of students since education is key in equipping our nation with skilled professionals for years to come. Students majoring in logistics, business, economics, or supply chain management can apply.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: December 15
More Information: https://www.northamerican.com/scholarship
Nursing Scholarships for Veterans
OppU Achievers Scholarship
Overview: The OppU Achievers Scholarship rewards achievement in its many forms and honors those who create opportunities for both themselves and others.
Deadline: Winners selected four times a year, September 30, December 31, March 31, June 30
Award: $2,500
More Information: https://www.opploans.com/oppu/scholarship/
Pinnacle Project Management Scholarship
Overview: Pinnacle is committed to promoting the future of project management by helping future project professionals, those that will help shape the evolving landscape in which we work. That’s why we’re offering a yearly scholarship to students interested in project management. If you’re a student interested in project management (project controls, scheduling, risk management, etc.), we’d love to receive an application from you!
Deadline: March 31, 2022
Award: $500
More Information: https://www.pinnaclemanagement.com/project-management-scholarship
Pride in Diversity Scholarship
Overview: As an agency focused on promoting diversity and inclusion in the Silicon Valley tech space, the Pride in Diversity Scholarship will be awarded to one deserving member of the LGBTQ+ community pursuing a degree in STEM in order to promote further representation.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: Oct 11, 2021
More Information: https://bold.org/scholarships/pride-in-diversity-scholarship/
Professional Woman's Club of Boston 2021
Amount: $2000
Deadline: April 15
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/Professional-Womens-Club-of-Boston-1697896417108848
Racism & the Law Scholarship
Overview: Do you see racism in the law? How so? And most importantly, what opportunities do you see to fix it?
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 15, 2021
More Information: https://injuryattorneypascofl.com/racism-and-the-law-scholarship/
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
More Information: https://www.siyachts.com/scholarship
The Behan Law GroupMILITARY VETERAN SCHOLARSHIP
Overview: The Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship seeks to support Veterans and their children in the pursuit of higher education. This scholarship in the amount of $1,000 can be used for tuition and other educational expenses at a college or university of your choice.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: July 30, annually
More Information: https://www.missduiarizona.com/military-veteran-scholarship
Sutliff & Stout Annual Scholarship Contest
Upsolve Access to Justice Scholarship
Virginia Vein Care Scholarship
WaterMark Scholars
Overview: Watermark is offering women in STEM scholarships for the fall 2021 academic term to provide much-needed support for college students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)-related studies and careers.
Amount: Two $5000 Scholarships
Deadline: July 15, annually
More Information: https://www.watermarkinsights.com/watermark-scholars/
What Will Be Your Trademark? Scholarship Contest
Need Based Grants
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 May 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
Gift aid funded by the State of Massachusetts. Students who are Pell eligible students and meet Massachusetts state residency requirements are considered for this funding.