Beginning in fall 2022, Kentucky Wesleyan College will offer the “Commonwealth Commitment,” which will meet 100% of tuition for every first-time, full-time Kentucky student with a minimum 3.0 grade point average who is Pell Grant eligible in their first year.
“Using all federal student aid programs, state grants and Kentucky Wesleyan College scholarships, students have the opportunity to attend Wesleyan with minimal personal financial responsibility,” a release from the College reads.
Officials said it is a unique affordability opportunity for residents of Kentucky.
“The Commonwealth Commitment is an innovative way to recognize and reward students who have worked hard in the classroom and need additional scholarship support to achieve their dream of a bachelor’s degree,” said Matthew Ruark, vice president of admissions and financial aid. “We are pleased to implement the Commonwealth Commitment to further support our students as they prepare for successful, rewarding lives.”
To qualify, students must:
- Have a minimum 3.0 high school GPA
- Be a Kentucky resident and graduate of a Kentucky public, private or home school
- File the FAFSA each year and remain Pell eligible
- Be a first-time, full-time student
- Major in an in-person academic program
To maintain the Commonwealth Commitment, students must:
- Make satisfactory academic progress
- Complete their academic program in eight semesters or less
- Maintain full-time status
For more information on the KWC Commonwealth Commitment, contact [email protected] or call 270-852-3120.
