Call for Applications: Simmons University Distinguished Scholar Award 2024

The Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award is a competitive merit award that recognizes the best and brightest students interested in a transformative education at Simmons University.

This is a prestigious and competitive Simmons scholarship offered 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.

• Table of Content
• About Simmons University
• Simmons University Distinguished Scholar Award
• Aim and Benefits of Simmons University Distinguished Scholar Award
• Requirements for Simmons University Distinguished Scholar Award Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Simmons University

Simmons University is a private university in Boston, Massachusetts. It was established in 1899 by clothing manufacturer John Simmons. In 2018, it reorganized its structure and changed its name to a university. Its undergraduate program is women-focused while its graduate programs are co-educational. Simmons is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.As of 2020, 83 percent of applicants to undergraduate programs were accepted.The university is divided into two campuses in the Fenway-Kenmore neigh... continue reading

Simmons University Distinguished Scholar Award

Application Deadline	01 Dec 2024
Country to study	United States
School to study	Simmons University
Type	Undergraduate
Sponsor	Simmons University
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Simmons University Distinguished Scholar Award

This scholarship is awarded for the duration of a four-year period of full-time undergraduate study, and supersedes any previously awarded merit scholarship.

Requirements for Simmons University Distinguished Scholar Award Qualification

Students applying for the Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award must meet the following criteria:

• Apply as a first-year student for the fall semester
• A minimum GPA of 3.50
• A record of taking college prep, AP, or IB Courses
• English Proficiency is required for non-native English speakers.
• Standardized test scores (optional) of 28+ ACT or 1300+ SAT
• Community Involvement: Applicants should showcase a history of active engagement in their community through volunteer work, leadership roles, or other forms.
• Passion for the Field: Applicants should demonstrate a passion for their chosen field of study. This passion should be evident in their academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and resume.
• Students who meet the criteria above are often also interested in the Honors Program at Simmons.

Documents Required for Application

• Academic Transcripts
• Record of Honors
• ACT/SAT Scores (Optional)
• English Proficiency Test
• Recommendation Letters

Application Deadline

December 1, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Simmons University on apply.commonapp.org to apply

The application consists of a formal essay in response to the prompt below, as well as a resume including activities and involvements. Students should submit their essays and resume in PDF or Word Doc via email with the subject line "Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award application" by December 1. Each page of the document should include the student's full name and date of birth.

It is the student's responsibility to submit a working file in the proper format (PDF or Word) as we will not convert or accept incompatible files (i.e. Google Docs, Pages, etc.)

For more details, visit Simmons University website