DANBURY, Connecticut —
Western Connecticut State University has partnered with Waterbury Promise to encourage the pursuit of a college education by students who live and attend high school in Waterbury (Waterbury Public Schools, Kaynor Tech or Holy Cross High School) and to bridge the gap of equity and access to higher education. Participating Waterbury Promise Scholars are students who have achieved academic success and have a demonstrated interest in attending an institution of higher education in Connecticut. WestConn shares in the commitment of Waterbury Promise to help eliminate financial barriers and provide the essential support to ensure student success in college.
Eligible Waterbury Promise scholars can receive up to $20,000 in financial support in addition to being considered for additional merit and need based scholarships and federal work-study employment opportunities offered by WestConn. As a partner, WestConn will also offer support and assistance to students, families and network counselors on the admission and financial aid application processes including FAFSA completion. Once enrolled at WestConn, Waterbury Promise scholars will also receive personalized student support plans to ensure they are connected with resources tailored to their needs throughout their academic journey to ensure their success.
Melissa Stephens, WestConn Associate Dean of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid, said, “We are extremely excited to partner with the Waterbury Promise program, to help support and ensure both access and affordability, to the many Waterbury Promise scholars. We understand that having key relationships with and supporting community-based programs like Waterbury Promise is essential to ensuring student success. WestConn shares in the commitment of the Waterbury Promise Program, to provide students with the financial resources and support services to help make students’ dreams of attending college a reality. We look forward to welcoming many of the Waterbury Promise Scholars here at Western Connecticut State University, where they will find endless opportunities for an affordable, high quality educational experience, on a vibrant, diverse and inclusive campus!”
The Waterbury Promise mission is “to increase college aspirations, reduce financial barriers and inspire every student in Waterbury toward Post-secondary education and completion.”
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