Location: USA
Program: Undergraduate Degrees
Eligibility: All Nationalities
Duration: 4 years
Deadline: December 1, 2026
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The Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award is a prestigious and competitive merit scholarship offered by Simmons University to students with exceptional academic achievements, a strong commitment to their community, and a passion for creating positive change in society. Scholars become part of a dynamic campus community that offers a multitude of opportunities for personal and intellectual growth, cultural exploration, and social engagement. The application consists of a formal essay of 300–500 words in response to a set essay prompt, submitted through the Common Application or via email in PDF or Word format with the subject line “Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award application” by December 1.
Simmons University is a private university located in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1899, Simmons is renowned for its distinctive women’s undergraduate experience combined with a coeducational graduate school, making it one of the few universities in the United States to offer this unique academic environment. The university is consistently recognised for its strong programs in nursing, social work, library science, education, and the liberal arts, and is known for its commitment to social justice, leadership development, and empowering students to create meaningful change in the world.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- Full tuition for four years
- Mandatory fees (except health insurance) for four years
- Accommodation for four years
- Other benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Must apply as a first-year student for the fall semester
- Must have a minimum GPA of 3.50
- Must have a record of taking college prep, AP, honors, or IB courses
- English proficiency is required for non-native English speakers
- Standardized test scores are optional but recommended: 28+ ACT or 1300+ SAT
- Must demonstrate a history of active community engagement through volunteer work, leadership roles, or other forms of involvement
- Must demonstrate a passion for their chosen field of study, evident in academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and resume
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.
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Selection Criteria
Applicants are evaluated based on their formal essay response to the prompt: “Write an essay in which you describe your leadership style, giving specific examples to show what kinds of experiences have crafted you as a leader, and what kind of leader you think you will become at Simmons.” Shortlisted finalists are notified by the end of January and invited to complete an interview in February. Final recipients are selected based on academic excellence, demonstrated community commitment, leadership potential, and passion for their field of study, and are notified by March 1.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
