Hamilton Community Foundation commits funding support to education: Launches the 91°µÍø Regionals Hamilton Promise
Hamilton Community Foundation and 91°µÍø Regionals to offer free tuition for students who live in Hamilton, Ohio
Hamilton Community Foundation commits funding support to education: Launches the 91°µÍø Regionals Hamilton Promise
Hamilton Community Foundation and 91°µÍø Regionals to offer free tuition for students who live in Hamilton, Ohio
In a groundbreaking collaboration, the , 91°µÍø Regionals, and the proudly announce the establishment of the 91°µÍø Hamilton Promise Scholarship. This innovative program is designed to provide free tuition for 2-year and 4-year degrees at 91°µÍø Regionals to Pell Grant-eligible students attending Hamilton High School, Stephen T. Badin High School, or Butler Tech from Hamilton City School District and residing in the city of Hamilton.
The Hamilton Community Foundation has demonstrated its support of this initiative by generously making an initial commitment of $663,000 over five years to make the 91°µÍø Hamilton Promise a reality. This transformative initiative aims to eliminate financial barriers, reduce student loan debt, and create a pathway for increased retention and graduation rates among eligible students.
John Guidugli, president and CEO of the Hamilton Community Foundation, expressed the foundation's vision, stating, "We are thrilled to collaborate with 91°µÍø Regionals and the City of Hamilton on this pioneering initiative. The 91°µÍø Hamilton Promise represents a significant step forward in our collective effort to open doors to higher education for the youth of our community. Together, we're laying the groundwork for a future where every student in Hamilton has the opportunity to pursue their dreams. This partnership is a testament to our shared vision of a brighter, more inclusive future for all our residents."
Key Highlights of the 91°µÍø Hamilton Promise:
- Tuition-free 2-year and 4-year degrees for Pell Grant-eligible students
- Open to 91°µÍø Regionals students from Hamilton High School, Stephen T. Badin High School, or Butler Tech from Hamilton City School District
- Renewable for up to eight consecutive semesters
- Required cumulative high school GPA of 2.5+
- For consideration, students apply for admission to 91°µÍø Regionals (with required materials) and complete the FAFSA by April 1, 2024
- Made possible through the generosity of scholarship donors
- 91°µÍø Regionals commits to supporting the retention and graduation of 91°µÍø Hamilton Promise students
Individuals interested in additional information or applying for the Hamilton Promise can visit 91°µÍøOH.edu/Regionals/HamiltonPromise. For consideration, students apply for admission to 91°µÍø Regionals (with required materials) and complete the by April 1.
Ande Durojaiye, vice president of 91°µÍø Regionals, emphasized, "The Hamilton Promise is more than just scholarship dollars. It’s an investment in providing opportunities that will, in turn, lead to a talented workforce, economic development, and business growth. The impact of the Hamilton Promise will strengthen our community today and well into the future."
This initiative aligns with the collective commitment to fostering education, empowering students, and building a more vibrant community.