Financial Aid

The College offers a program of financial assistance through scholarships, grants, loans, and part-time employment. Resources are, however, limited. Students and their families are expected to defray as much of their educational expenses as possible. Financial aid should be considered only as supplemental assistance. Financial aid programs, policies, and procedures for applying are subject to change. Consult Student Administrative Services for current details.

Work opportunities are available both on campus and in the community, and many students earn a portion of their college expenses through part-time employment. Because of the academic demands upon a student's time, no student should work more than 20 hours per week.

Prospective students must be officially accepted for admission into a degree program at the College before their applications for financial assistance will be considered.

Students applying for any federal or state aid must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid for processing as soon as possible after January 1. These forms may be obtained from high school guidance counselors or accessed on the Internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov. In addition, all students and parents of dependent students must submit signed copies of their most recent federal income tax returns and W-2s. Families who receive nontaxable income must supply evidence of their nontaxable income (Social Security, Veterans Benefits, Welfare, etc.). Applications for prospective students are processed on a rolling basis beginning on March 1. All application forms for returning students must be received by Western New England College before April 15 in order to receive priority consideration. Therefore, students are encouraged to submit the required forms as early as possible. Late applicants may be considered for financial aid if sufficient funds are available. Most programs require a minimum enrollment of six credits per semester.

Aid is generally disbursed on an August to May basis. All students must reapply for financial aid each year, and aid in any year does not guarantee aid in subsequent years.

Students must make satisfactory progress toward their degree requirements to qualify for financial aid and scholarships. Satisfactory progress includes maintaining a prescribed grade-point average and successfully completing a minimum number of credit hours each year. The requirements vary depending on the academic level and enrollment on a full-time or part-time basis. Copies of the complete “Standards of Satisfactory Progress” policy are available from Student Administrative Services at www.wnec.edu/sas.

Part-time students must have final approval into a degree program and be enrolled in at least six credits per term to be eligible for financial aid.

Scholarships and Grants

Scholarships/grants are need based unless stated otherwise. You are automatically considered during the financial aid application process. Information on scholarships and grants can be found at www.wnec.edu/admissions. You must maintain satisfactory academic progress and register for selective service (if required) to be eligible for any scholarships or grants listed below.

* Scholarships marked with an asterisk have been created through the College's new 4-for-4 Scholarship Program. Donors commit to making contributions of $1,000 or more per year, for each of four years to support a full-time undergraduate student with demonstrated financial need beginning in his or her freshman year. Each scholarship can be specifically designated for a student in one of the Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, or Engineering, or for a student enrolled in any undergraduate program at the College.

Air Force ROTC Scholarships

Western New England College provides full room and board to any student receiving a four-year Air Force ROTC scholarship. If students select Gateway or Evergreen Village for residence, they receive full room and $1,500. Other students, including Advance Designees, who received ROTC scholarships after enrolling at the College, will receive full room during the period that they qualify for the ROTC scholarship. The incentive will be considered part of all gift aid a student may receive from the College based on merit or need. In no case will the total gift aid provided by the College and external gift aid exceed the student's direct cost of education.

George I. Alden Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded annually from a fund established by the trustees of The George I. Alden Trust in Worcester, MA, and by alumni and friends of the College. Funds are awarded to full-time undergraduate students and to graduate or professional students who have a demonstrated financial need.

Alumni Association Golf Tournament Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a junior who is a returning student and who has a cumulative Western New England College GPA of at least 3.0. The student must have demonstrated financial need and have been involved in College student organizations or community service programs. Preference is given to students who graduated from a high school in Massachusetts or Connecticut. The scholarship is renewable for the student's senior year provided they continue to maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 and meet the other scholarship criteria. This endowed scholarship was established by the Western New England College Alumni Association through funds raised from its annual golf tournament. The tournament is one of the longest standing traditions in the Alumni Association's history, and scholarship recipients are encouraged to attend the event each year that they receive the scholarship.

Alumni Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship awards are made annually by the Alumni Association to a full-time student from each of the Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, and Engineering. Two awards are also made to part-time students. The College selects the recipients on the basis of academic merit and demonstrated financial need.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded annually to students majoring in mechanical engineering who excel in scholarship and have made a significant contribution to the Mechanical Engineering program at the College. Additionally, their grades should warrant continuing in mechanical engineering. The students shall either be juniors or seniors at the start of the next semester. The scholarship is funded by contributions from the Western Massachusetts Section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Edward L. & Robert L. Anastasi Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student in the School of Business, majoring in Management. The recipient must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is awarded starting in the freshman year and can be renewed for the student's subsequent undergraduate years at the College provided he or she maintains a GPA of at least 3.0 and continues to have financial need. Edward L. “Ted” Anastasi received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration majoring in Management from the College in 1989. Ted is currently a vice president with Fidelity Investments. Robert L. Anastasi received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration majoring in Management from the College in 1985. Rob is currently a vice president with Anastasi Masonry & Construction, Inc. This endowed scholarship was created though the generosity of Ted Anastasi ‘89.

Dr. Emma Wilder Anderson Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship of not less than $1,000 was established through gifts to an endowment fund by friends, family, and admirers in honor of Dr. Emma Wilder Anderson (1903-1998), distinguished civic leader, internationalist, and devoted friend of the College. In recognition of her accomplishments, of her contributions to society and to the local Springfield community, and of the spirit of hope she embodied, Dr. Anderson was awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters by Western New England College on May 16, 1998.

This merit scholarship is awarded to a returning full-time student, U.S. citizen or international, with a GPA of at least 3.0 in the first semester of the first year, with a record of community service and volunteerism while at the College or prior to studying at the College, and with a commitment to engage in service on or off campus while a student at the College. The scholarship is renewable upon demonstration of meeting the established criteria for the scholarship.

Army ROTC Scholarships

Four-, three-, and two-year scholarships are awarded annually to qualified high school senior, freshman, and sophomore students. Scholarships may pay full tuition at Western New England College, $450 for books, and a $1,500 stipend annually. There is also a special incentive program provided by the College for ROTC scholarship winners. Scholarship applicants must be U.S. citizens, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and meet age and medical standards. For additional information contact the Army ROTC office at 1-800-434-WNEC or 413-782-1332/45.

Atalasoft Computer Science Scholarship*

Three scholarships of $1,000 per student are awarded to a sophomore, junior, or senior with demonstrated financial need, who are students in the School of Arts and Sciences and have chosen a major within the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology that also have a major GPA of 3.0 or higher. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student for up to three years at the College, depending upon which year they originally received the scholarship. The scholarship was established through the generosity of Atalasoft of Easthampton, MA.

The Bank of Western Massachusetts Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to either full- or part-time undergraduate students for their sophomore year, with preference given to students who are residents of the four western Massachusetts counties of Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, or Berkshire. Preference is given to employees of The Bank of Western Massachusetts, or children or dependents of The Bank of Western Massachusetts employees. Students can be in any of the Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, or Engineering. Each scholarship recipient must have demonstrated financial need; a cumulative Western New England College GPA of 2.7 or better; and have demonstrated leadership, either through involvement in Western New England College organizations or through community service for organizations in western Massachusetts. The scholarship can be renewed for students' junior and senior years provided they continue to meet the scholarship criteria. The endowed fund was established with contributions from The Bank of Western Massachusetts at the generous suggestion of College Trustee Timothy P. Crimmins Jr., president and chief executive officer of The Bank of Western Massachusetts, who received his undergraduate degree from the College in 1970; and College Trustee Frank P. Fitzgerald, chairman of the board of The Bank of Western Massachusetts, who received his undergraduate degree from the College in 1968 and his law degree from the College's School of Law in 1973.

Banknorth Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a full-time undergraduate student who is a resident of Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, or New York. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need. This endowed scholarship fund was created through the generosity of the Banknorth Charitable Foundation.

Barnhard Family Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a senior who is due to graduate during the same academic year “for which” the award is made. The student must be enrolled in the School of Arts and Sciences, with preference given to students majoring in History and who are from out of state. The student must live on campus and have a College cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. This endowed scholarship is generously funded by the Barnhard family and Ronald H. Barnhard ‘70.

Henry J. Bazan Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship fund has been established by the Management Association and alumni in honor of Professor Henry J. Bazan, a faculty member from 1963 to 2000. A scholarship is awarded to a student in the School of Business. Preference is given to students who are involved in a leadership position in a student organization or are enrolled in ROTC.

Mark Berthiaume and Betsey Thompson Scholarship*

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. The scholarship was established through the generosity of Mark L. Berthiaume ‘78 and his wife, Betsey Thompson.

Frank Stanley Beveridge Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students from the Massachusetts counties of Hampden or Hampshire who have demonstrated financial need. The endowed scholarship is made possible by a contribution from The Frank Stanley Beveridge Foundation, Inc., a private family foundation directed by the family and descendants of the late Frank Stanley Beveridge, founder of Stanley Home Products, Inc. Through the years, the Foundation has been a generous supporter of Western New England College. Joseph Beveridge Palmer, a director of the Foundation, is a 1967 graduate of the College.

Henry D. Blake Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a degree in Business who has demonstrated financial need. This fund was established by Henry D. Blake's wife, Rose Breslin Blake, in honor of his outstanding accomplishments in the educational field.

John and Cheryl Bonatakis Scholarship*

A scholarship of a minimum of $1,250 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need who is enrolled in the School of Business. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. The scholarship was established through the generosity of John S. Bonatakis ‘76 and his wife, Cheryl.

Julie K. Boyce Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts up to one-half tuition cost are awarded annually to undergraduate students who have demonstrated financial need and academic promise. Preference is given to students majoring in English. This fund was established by Mr. and Mrs. Terry S. Boyce in memory of their daughter, Julie K. Boyce, a member of the Class of 1990. Miss Boyce passed away during the final semester of her senior year. While a student at the College, Julie was active with many groups and served as Editor-in-Chief of The Cupola as well as on the staffs of The Westerner and the Review of Arts and Literature.

Hayden S. and Catherine L. Bradley Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Two scholarships of not less than $1,250 each are awarded per year to full- or part-time students who have attained sophomore standing prior to the beginning of the fall semester. Recipients must have demonstrated financial need, have a Western New England College cumulative GPA of 2.7 or better, and be from western Massachusetts, with preference for graduates of East Longmeadow High School. Transfer students are not eligible to receive the scholarship. The scholarship will be renewed for the student's junior and senior years provided they continue to meet the award criteria. The scholarship is given to two students, one majoring in Finance, and one majoring in either Social Work or Biomedical Engineering. Should recipients subsequently change their academic majors, they will still be eligible to receive the scholarship. This endowed scholarship was created through the generosity of Hayden L. Bradley in memory of his parents. Mr. Bradley earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, graduating with the Class of 1964, and had a distinguished career at General Electric in Pittsfield, MA. He has been an active volunteer for the Western New England College Alumni Association, including serving on the Alumni Association Executive Committee from 1999-2004.

Brennan Family Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full- or part-time freshman in the School of Engineering whose high school GPA is a 3.0 or higher and has demonstrated financial need. The scholarship can be renewed for the student's subsequent undergraduate years at the College provided he or she maintains a GPA of at least 3.0 from the previous academic year and continues to have financial need. This endowed scholarship was created though the generosity of John J. Brennan, who earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1971.

Frederick N. and Maria E. Bromage Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to full-time undergraduate students based on financial need from a fund established by Frederick '34/G'61 and Maria Bromage.

John J. Brown Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students majoring in Mechanical Engineering beginning in their junior year. Recipients must have a Western New England College cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher, be members of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is renewable for students' senior year provided they continue to meet the award criteria. This endowed scholarship was created through a bequest by Mae E. Brown to honor the memory of her son, John J. Brown. Mr. Brown was a graduate of the Class of 1964 who earned the degree of Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He passed away November 1, 1996. Mrs. Brown passed away April 13, 2004.

Janet Johnson Bullard Scholarship*

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. This scholarship was established through the generosity of Janet Johnson Bullard '69.

Evelyn Burton Endowed Scholarship Fund

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded based on demonstrated financial need to students who are single parents. This scholarship is provided from a fund established by College Trustee Thomas R. Burton '70 in memory of his mother, Evelyn.

William F. Campanella Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student beginning in his or her sophomore year who has demonstrated the following: involvement in the community, either through work in Western New England College organizations and/or through volunteer work in the greater Springfield, MA, community; and/or involvement in one or more of the fine arts, through study of the arts or through the practice of the arts. The student must have financial need and maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to minority students and to students who graduated from a high school in Springfield, MA. This scholarship was established by family, friends, and colleagues of Bill Campanella, who passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2003. Bill's passion for and devotion to community service was demonstrated by his involvement with the College campus as well as through his volunteer work with a wide array of community organizations in the greater Springfield area. Bill touched many lives through his excellent abilities as a listener, the guidance he offered, and through the quiet leadership he exhibited in pursuit of a goal. He served the College as admissions counselor, then alumni program director, and finally as associate director of alumni relations.

Dr. Anthony S. Caprio Endowed Minority Merit Scholarship

Merit scholarships of varying amounts will be awarded to a minority student or students who have demonstrated superior academic achievement through performance in high school or college. When financial need is a factor, this scholarship shall be in addition to any amount the student might otherwise receive. This award is renewed each year provided the student attains a Dean's List standing at Western New England College. This scholarship has been established through a gift by President Anthony S. Caprio.

Esther and Salvatore Caprio Endowed Scholarship

This merit scholarship was funded by a gift to the endowment fund of the College by Esther and Salvatore Caprio, friends of the College and parents of the College's fifth president. A scholarship of not less than $500 will be awarded to a student who at the time of application is a resident of Rhode Island, is beginning full-time study at Western New England College either as a first year or transfer student, and who has demonstrated superior academic achievement in high school or college. It is renewable when the student continues full-time study at the College and maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. The scholarship will be in addition to whatever gift award has been made by the College, based on either merit or need. When the Rhode Island student has initially been awarded a strictly merit based scholarship by the College, this scholarship will be added to the award at that time, thereby augmenting the award. When a scholarship has been awarded based on demonstrated need, this merit scholarship will replace a portion of the loan component in the financial aid award.

Carman Family Charitable Foundation Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need. The scholarship was established through the generosity of Leon J. Carman, a graduate of the Western New England College School of Law, Class of 1941, and recipient of the honorary degree Doctor of Humane Letters in 1998 from the College; Mr. Carman's son Barry I. Carman is also a graduate of the School of Law, Class of 1993; and his son Tracy E. Carman is an alumnus of the School of Business, having earned the MBA in 1990. The members of the Carman family have been longtime generous supporters of Western New England College, donating and helping raise funds annually for the College and its School of Law.

Sandra and Robert Carnevale Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to a student in the School of Business based on demonstrated financial need and demonstrated academic ability. Preference is given to students who have an entrepreneurial drive, exhibited leadership skills, and have overcome adversity. The scholarship is provided by a fund established by College trustee Robert Carnevale '68 and his wife, Sandra.

Chester J. Chambers Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded annually to students from Longmeadow or Springfield who have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is funded through a trust established in memory of Chester J. Chambers '23, who served as a trustee of the College from 1959-1969, by his wife, Margaret E. Chambers.

Leon D. Chapin Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student majoring in accounting and beginning the senior year. The student must have a GPA that, if continued, would qualify to graduate summa or magna cum laude. This scholarship is from a fund established in honor of Leon D. Chapin, who served as chief fiscal officer at Western New England College from 1945 to 1979 and was executive vice president of the College at the time of his retirement in August 1979.

The Chessey Family Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student majoring in Accounting and/or Finance. This endowed scholarship was created through the generosity of Sandra and Joseph J. Chessey, Jr. Sandy graduated with her Bachelor's degree from Western New England College in 1985, and earned her Master's Degree in Business Administration from the College in 1990. She served the College as controller from 1998 until 2003, and is currently assistant vice president for Finance and Administration.

Professor Ralph Chimelis and Mrs. Florence B. Chimelis Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to students of Western New England College who have demonstrated financial need. This endowed scholarship was established through a generous bequest by Florence B. Chimelis in honor of her husband, Professor Ralph Chimelis. Professor Chimelis was the first Spanish teacher at the College, serving from 1970 until his retirement in 1983.

Arthur and Barbara Clarke Endowed Scholarship

Funds are available to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. The late Arthur Clarke was a longtime friend, benefactor, and trustee of the College.

Robert W. & Holly S. Clarke Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to a full- or part-time undergraduate student who has demonstrated financial need, maintains a GPA of 3.0 or better, and is enrolled in the School of Arts & Sciences. This scholarship was established through the generosity of College Trustee Robert W. Clarke and his wife, Holly S. Clarke.

Class of 1986 Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to full- or part-time freshmen in the School of Engineering who have demonstrated financial need and a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or better. Preference is given to students from greater Springfield. The scholarship is renewable provided the students continue to meet the criteria and maintain a cumulative college GPA of 3.0, but the scholarship can be awarded to a student for a maximum of five years. This endowed scholarship was initiated through the generosity of alumnus Albert L. Plante, who earned his B.S. in Electrical Engineering in 1986 and his M.S. in Electrical Engineering in 1990.

Steven E. Cocchi Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded annually to undergraduate students, with preference given to junior and senior undergraduate School of Business students from the greater Springfield area. The fund was created by the parents of Steven Cocchi in his memory after he passed away while a student at the College.

Mark A. Coffey Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an accounting major with preference given to transfer students. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need and a 3.0 cumulative GPA. For an entering freshman, the GPA requirement is based on the four years of the student's high school education; for an entering transfer student, it is based on the cumulative GPA at their prior institution; for a returning Western New England College student, it is based on the cumulative GPA for their entire college education. The scholarship was established by family, friends, colleagues, and students of Mark A. Coffey, professor of accounting, who taught at Western New England College for 28 years. Professor Coffey served as chair of the Department of Accounting and Finance for two years and collaborated in the development of the Master of Science in Accounting degree program. He was the faculty advisor for the Student Accounting Association. Through the founding of the Student Accounting Association's annual golf tournament, he helped initiate a means of networking among accounting professionals, accounting firms, and accounting students. Professor Coffey was very active in the College's Faculty Senate, the Stageless Players, and the intramural sports program. He passed away June 6, 2002.

Bruce D. Corl Memorial Scholarship*

A $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a degree in the School of Business who has demonstrated financial need. This scholarship was created by Alex M. Corl '84 in honor of his brother Bruce D. Corl, who passed away at the age of 45 after a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Louis T. Cormier Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded annually to a sophomore who is a candidate for a degree in Accounting, stands in the upper third of the class, and demonstrates qualities of good citizenship and leadership. This fund was established by Mary T. Cormier in memory of her husband, Thomas Cormier '47, formerly of the faculty of the School of Business.

Kevin S. Delbridge Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to a full-time student from greater Springfield enrolled in the School of Business. The award is based on financial need and demonstrated academic ability. This scholarship is provided from a fund established by College Trustee Kevin S. Delbridge '77.

Diversity Scholarship of Greater Springfield

Merit scholarships of varying amounts are granted to minority students from the greater Springfield area.

Doherty Family Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to students from the counties of Hampden, Hampshire, or Franklin, Massachusetts, who have demonstrated financial need. This endowed scholarship was established by Paul S. Doherty, Esq. and Dianne F. Doherty. Mr. Doherty has been a longstanding friend of Western New England College and served as a member of the Board of Trustees from 1973 to 1986. Mrs. Doherty received her Master of Business Administration from the College in 1981.

Henry T. and Margaret S. Downey Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are granted to undergraduate accounting students and to law students. The scholarship was established by family, friends, colleagues, and the Western New England College Board of Trustees in memory of Henry T. Downey (1920-1973) and Margaret S. Downey (1916-2006). Mr. Downey earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Northeastern University-Springfield Division in 1950 and his law degree from the Western New England College School of Law in 1956. His dedication to the College is demonstrated by his service on the Corporate Board from 1960 to 1964 and on the Board of Trustees from 1964 to 1973. He served as vice-chairman of the Board of Trustees from 1971 to 1973. Mr. Downey played a key role in establishing the full-time law program at the College. Mrs. Downey earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from Northeastern University-Springfield Division in 1949 and received an Honorary Baccalaureate degree from Western New England College in 2001.

Engineering Society of Western Massachusetts Scholarship

This scholarship is presented to a sophomore engineering student who will be entering the junior year in the fall semester. It is awarded in recognition of outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is funded by contributions from the Engineering Society of Western Massachusetts.

Faculty and Staff Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students demonstrating financial need. The funds for the scholarship have been contributed through the years in honor or memory of various faculty and staff of Western New England College.

Financial Aid Endowed Fund

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded annually to deserving students who have demonstrated financial need.

Frank P. Fitzgerald, P.C., Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship of not less than $1,000 is awarded to students who are enrolled full-time as undergraduates or in the School of Law and who have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is renewable when the student continues full-time study at the College and makes satisfactory progress toward degree completion. This scholarship was funded by a gift to the endowment fund by College Trustee Frank P. Fitzgerald '68/L'73.

Friendly Ice Cream Corporation Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to students with demonstrated financial need with preference given to employees of Friendly Ice Cream Corporation, or children or dependents of Friendly Ice Cream Corporation employees. Students can be in any of the Western New England College Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, or Law. This scholarship was established through the generosity of Friendly Ice Cream Corporation.

Fontaine Bros., Inc. Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student who has transferred to Western New England College from Springfield Technical Community College. The student can be pursuing a degree in any program of the College. This endowed scholarship was made possible through the generosity of Fontaine Bros., Inc. Fontaine Bros., Inc. is a privately held construction company based in Springfield. Founded in 1933 by Eudore J. Fontaine and his brother George, the company has since grown to become one of the most trusted and respected builders in New England. The firm is currently headed by third generation builders David and Chris Fontaine.

Constance Gleason Furcolo Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students who are pursuing degrees in business and/or law and who have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship was established by the wife of former Massachusetts Governor Foster Furcolo in honor of his outstanding efforts to facilitate the education of worthy students.

Gauld/Taft Engineering Scholarship

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to an incoming full-time freshman who graduated from a New Hampshire public high school and has demonstrated financial need. The student must be a legal resident of New Hampshire and certify this with documentation acceptable to Western New England College. The student must be enrolled in the School of Engineering and can be majoring in any of the undergraduate engineering degree areas. The individual must have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 and a cumulative high school GPA between 2.80 – 3.20. The student should have shown personal motivation and a desire to succeed. This scholarship is offered through the generosity of Mark E. and Susan G. Montross, both of the Class of 1981, and is named in honor of Susan's parents and grandparents.

George Sumner Gaunt Endowed Memorial Scholarship

One or more scholarships are awarded annually from a fund established in memory of Lt. George S. Gaunt '68 by his classmates and fraternity brothers. Recipients must be in the junior or senior year, enrolled in the School of Business or Engineering, and have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Preference is given to students working with youth development.

Jimmy Geyer Memorial Scholarship*

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman in the School of Business with a demonstrated financial need. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. The scholarship is funded by the James G. Geyer Memorial Trust, established in 2002, through the generosity of his former classmates, teammates, and friends. Jimmy Geyer was a former wide receiver for Western New England College's first NCAA Division III football team in 1981. Jimmy was a standout football player for four years at Western New England College, and subsequently a wonderful husband and father. For those fortunate enough to know Jimmy, he was truly a loving, honest, and honorable friend. Jimmy passed away in 2001, and though his voice is quiet, his spirit echoes still.

Gilbert Matching Grant Program

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts annually provides the College with funds to assist full-time Massachusetts undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. Awards may range from $200 to $2,500 per academic year.

Harley B. Goodrich and Francis A. Johnson Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Awards are made to students who have outstanding records either as undergraduates or in the School of Law. This scholarship was established in memory of Harley B. Goodrich '27/L'42, secretary of the Board of Trustees of Western New England College from 1942-1974, by members of Pi Tau Kappa fraternity and the College trustees, and Francis A. Johnson. Mr. Johnson earned the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the College in 1959 and the Master of Business Administration in 1961.

Jeffrey and Teresa Gurski Scholarship*

A scholarship of a minimum of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need who is enrolled in the School of Arts & Sciences. Preference is given to students majoring in Mathematics. The recipient must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is awarded starting in the freshman year and can be renewed for the student's subsequent undergraduate years at the College provided he or she maintains a GPA of at least 3.0 and continues to have financial need. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's time at the College. The scholarship was established through the generosity of Jeffrey M. Gurski ‘81 and Teresa M. Gurski ‘84. Jeffrey received his Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics in 1981 and his wife, Teresa, received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting in 1984.

Hambro Family Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to any student of Western New England College who has demonstrated financial need. The scholarship was established through the generosity of College Trustee Bruce F. Hambro '74 and his wife, Marjorie.

Hamden Bank Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to underrepresented undergraduate students from Springfield, MA, who have demonstrated financial need. The endowed fund was established with contributions from Hampden Bank at the generous suggestion of College Trustee Thomas R. Burton ‘70, president of Hampden Bank. The scholarship assists Western New England College in attracting a diverse student body of deserving students.

Alison Mary Harris Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Awards are made to juniors and seniors in the School of Business. This scholarship was established in memory of Alison Mary Harris '89 by her classmates, friends, and family.

Elinor C. Hartshorn Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student with demonstrated financial need who has been selected through a Western New England College exchange program either to study abroad or to study at American University in Washington, DC. This endowed fund was established through the generosity of Elinor Hartshorn, Ph.D., friends, and colleagues. Dr. Hartshorn retired from the full-time faculty of Western New England College in 1992 after a distinguished career teaching government and political science. This endowed scholarship fund reflects her belief that an opportunity to study in the unique environment of Washington, or to go abroad for a semester, enriches students' lives and broadens their understanding of the world in which they live. A Western New England College education provides a valuable preparation for this experience.

Carl R. Hellstrom Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are available to either full-time or part-time students. The scholarship was established by Carl R. Hellstrom in 1961. Applicants must be students of good standing in the College or incoming freshmen. Selection of candidates is made on the basis of academic aptitude and achievement plus qualities of good character, personality, and potential leadership.

Financial need is not the controlling factor in the selection of the recipients, but such need will determine the amount of the scholarship to be granted. Awards are for one year only, but recipients may apply for renewal and be considered on the same basis as new applicants. The number and amount of grants in any year is dependent upon the income available from the fund. Preference is given to students whose parents are associated with Smith & Wesson, Inc.

John Henri Memorial Scholarship*

Beaumont A. and Winifred S. Herman Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of $500 or more may be awarded to students beginning their senior year. They must have a GPA that, if continued, would qualify them to graduate magna or summa cum laude. This scholarship was established in honor of Beaumont A. and Winifred S. Herman. Dr. Herman was president of the College from 1955 to 1976.

International Student Scholarship

A limited number of $9,000 International Student Scholarships are offered each year to undergraduate freshmen and transfer students. The scholarships are renewable if the recipient maintains at least a 2.7 Western New England College GPA, satisfactory academic progress, and full-time status. The Admissions Office selects recipients who have an outstanding academic record and who have at least a 213 TOEFL score (550 on the paper-based TOEFL test).

Jacqueline Stratton Isenburg Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to full-time freshmen who have physical or learning disabilities and demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to students from New Hampshire and Vermont. The scholarship is renewable for the students' undergraduate careers at Western New England College. This endowed scholarship was created by family and friends in loving memory of Jacqueline Stratton Isenburg, who passed away March 24, 2006. Mrs. Isenburg graduated from the College in 1986, having earned the degree of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Thomas Jefferson Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to returning full-time students majoring in International Studies. Should there be no eligible International Studies majors in a given academic year, Political Science majors with an interest in international affairs may be considered. A committee drawn from the faculty of the Department of History and Political Science annually determines the recipient(s) of the scholarship. Academic excellence (minimum 3.5 GPA in the major and overall at the time of selection), financial need, and personal qualities reflecting Jeffersonian principles, including integrity and commitment of service to others, represent the criteria of selection. This award is renewable upon demonstration of meeting the established criteria for the scholarship. This scholarship is in addition to whatever other need-based aid the student has received.

The scholarship was established by Dr. Vladimir Wozniuk, Western New England College professor of Political Science and director of the International Studies program, in tribute to U.S. President Thomas Jefferson, who had served as minister to France and as the first U.S. Secretary of State before his presidency. Recipients are encouraged to replenish the endowed fund to help it grow once they acquire the financial means.

Carl E. and Esther S. Johnson Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to undergraduate students from a fund established by Mr. and Mrs. Carl E. Johnson. Preference is given to children of employees of the Acme Chain Corporation of Holyoke, MA, and to students from the Holyoke-Springfield area.

Father Christopher Johnson, O.P., Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to Hispanic students with demonstrated financial need who maintain a Dean's List average in their chosen field of study. This scholarship was established by College Trustee C.W. Gilluly and his wife, Marny, in honor of Father Christopher Johnson, who served Western New England College as a trustee from 1980 to 1997.

William and Patricia Jolicoeur Endowed Commuter Student Scholarship

Scholarships in the amount of one-half tuition will be awarded to two full-time commuter students. Recipients must demonstrate financial need and be residents of Holyoke, Chicopee, or West Springfield, MA. The fund, established by William Jolicoeur G'75 and his wife, Patricia, requires that the recipients have some exposure to free-market ideas during the course of their education at Western New England College.

William and Patricia Jolicoeur Greenfield Community College Transfer Student Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student or students transferring to Western New England College for full-time undergraduate study from Greenfield Community College (GCC). The students must have completed the equivalent of at least one full semester (12 credits) at GCC. Preference is given to students who declare a major in Economics or who declare an intent to minor in Economics. For students declaring a major in Economics, they could be also be majoring in another field. For students who have declared an intention to minor in economics, they must actually declare the minor no later than the end of their first semester at Western New England College and must have completed some coursework toward the minor no later than the end of their second semester at the College, or the scholarship cannot be renewed for the students' second year at the College. If in a given year no transfer students from GCC enroll with a declared Economics major or a declared intent to minor in economics, secondary consideration will be given to GCC transfer students majoring, in order of preference, in business, or in any other discipline at Western New England College. Preference will be given to a student with a GCC cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. The scholarship is renewable if the student maintains a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 throughout their college education. Demonstrated financial need is not a mandatory factor in awarding the scholarship. Scholarship recipients must be exposed to free market ideas during the course of their study at Western New England College. As appropriate, the scholarship could be awarded in conjunction with other scholarships such as the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship or the Transfer Scholarship. This endowed scholarship was established through the generosity of William and Patricia Jolicoeur. Mr. Jolicoeur earned his MBA at Western New England College in 1975 and had demonstrated a passion for the discussion and dissemination of economic concepts for undergraduate students.

Thomas K. Kamp Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship of one-half tuition is awarded annually to a senior in the School of Business. Preference is given to a veteran or the son or daughter of a veteran. The scholarship was established in memory of Thomas Keith Kamp '68, who was killed in action in Vietnam on November 17, 1969.

Terry L. Kendall Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an entering full-time freshman enrolled in the School of Business. The recipient must be a resident of Springfield, MA, have demonstrated financial need, and have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.0. The scholarship is renewable for an additional three years provided that the student maintains a Western New England College GPA of at least 3.0, continues to have demonstrated financial need, and remains enrolled in the School of Business. When there is more than one candidate for the scholarship, financial need will be the deciding factor in its award. This scholarship was established by Jennifer and Bryan Kendall in loving memory of their father, a 1968 graduate of Western New England College and a member of the College's Board of Trustees. Terry Kendall was a kind, generous, thoughtful person whose qualities touched many people. During his time on the Board of Trustees, he was very interested in giving back to the institution that had helped him succeed. As a result of his education at the College, Mr. Kendall went on to earn an MBA and establish a distinguished career in the financial services industry. Prior to his death, he was president of CIGNA Corporation, based in Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Kendall would be very proud of those individuals who go on to achieve greatness as a result of this scholarship. Terry Kendall passed away June 20, 2005, at age 58. He will be forever in the hearts of his family.

Phyllis M. Knecht Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was originally funded by the sons of longtime College employee Phyllis M. Knecht and their families, and by the President of the College. Mrs. Knecht's many colleagues and friends then contributed generously to the fund so that it could become endowed and serve as a permanent tribute to this remarkable woman.

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time freshman or transfer student from western Massachusetts, and preferably from Ludlow, MA, who has demonstrated financial need and has achieved solid academic achievement in high school or in college. It is renewable when the student continues full-time study at the College and maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

Phyllis M. Knecht was in her 33rd year of service upon her retirement from the College on May 3, 2002. From 1970-75, she was the secretary to the director of Food Services; from 1975-76, secretary to the director of Development; 1976-1978, secretary to the academic vice president; 1978-98, secretary to the president of the College; 1998-2002, assistant to the president.

Mrs. Knecht has been long respected, recognized, and admired by the entire College campus as a devoted employee who has worked assiduously throughout her tenure.

Carol Kowalski Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in the Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, or Engineering starting in his or her sophomore year. The student must have demonstrated financial need and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. This endowed scholarship was established in honor of Carol Kowalski by her husband, Dr. Stanley E. Kowalski, dean of the School of Business. Carol initiated the art courses at Western New England College and established the College's art gallery. She has taught art classes and curated the art gallery at the College for more than 20 years.

Dr. Stanley Kowalski, Jr. Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to full-time undergraduate students in the School of Business who have demonstrated financial need. The students must have cumulative high school GPAs of 2.7 or better and must maintain this academic performance at Western New England College for the scholarship to be renewed. Dr. Kowalski served the College for 33 years, beginning his career at the institution teaching courses in quantitative methods and computer information systems from 1973-1976. He was appointed assistant to the president from 1976-1979 and served as dean of the School of Business and professor of quantitative methods from 1979-2006. Among his many accomplishments while at the College, Dr. Kowalski led the School of Business' successful efforts to achieve accreditation by AACSB International, the premier accrediting agency for business programs throughout the world. This endowed scholarship was established in his honor by family, colleagues, alumni, and friends, and is a reflection not only of the high regard in which he is held, but also of the tremendous dedication he showed to the students of Western New England College.

David P. Kruger Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded with preference for students in the School of Business who have demonstrated financial need. This endowed fund was established through the generosity of David Kruger, colleagues, and friends. Mr. Kruger received his bachelor's degree from Western New England College, graduating with the class of 1968. He earned his master's in Business Administration from the College in 1972. Mr. Kruger has served the College since 1973, first as director of financial aid, then as controller, and most recently as vice president of finance and administration.

Alfred and Marian LaRiviere Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded annually to students based on demonstrated financial need. It was established by College Trustee Alfred A. LaRiviere '51/H'95/H'01 and his wife, Marian.

Alfred and Marian LaRiviere Endowed Diversity Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to students who have demonstrated financial need. To further the College's strategic commitment to foster a campus community that values diversity, preference is given to historically underrepresented or socioeconomically disadvantaged students. This scholarship was established by College Trustee Alfred A. LaRiviere '51/H'95/H'01 and his wife, Marian.

Alfred and Marian LaRiviere Alpha Lambda Delta Endowed Merit Scholarship

This merit scholarship is awarded to sophomore Alpha Lambda Delta members who have excelled the most academically during their second year, who will complete the sophomore year at the end of the current academic year, and who will return for the junior year at Western New England College. This scholarship was established by College Trustee Alfred A. LaRiviere '51/H'95/H'01 and his wife, Marian.

Alfred and Marian LaRiviere Endowed Music Scholarship

This scholarship of $500 is awarded to an incoming student who commits to participating in one or more College instrumental and/or vocal ensembles throughout his or her first year. This scholarship will be awarded in addition to any other scholarship support, need-based or merit-based, that the student receives from Western New England College. Students must apply for the scholarship through the process defined by the College. The scholarship recipient must remain in good standing with the College throughout his or her first year or forfeit the scholarship. The scholarship is renewable for the subsequent years at the College provided he or she continues to participate in one or more music ensembles and remains in good standing. This scholarship was created through the generosity of College Trustee Alfred A. LaRiviere and his wife, Marian. Al LaRiviere, a devoted supporter of the College, graduated with the class of 1951 and received two honorary degrees from the College: an Honorary Doctor of Law in 1995, and an Honorary Bachelor of Science in 2001 that was offered to alumni who had received their original undergraduate degrees when the College existed as the Springfield Division of Northeastern University. Through the music scholarship, the LaRivieres seek to help foster the artistic life of the Western New England College community.

Leadership Grant

Leadership Grants are awarded to matriculating, full-time freshmen and transfer students who have financial need and who have demonstrated their leadership abilities through prior high school, college, and community experiences. The grants are for varying amounts up to $3,000 per year and will be renewed if the recipient participates in leadership activities at Western New England College and demonstrates financial need. In order to be considered for the grant, students must submit the necessary forms to be considered for need-based financial aid and complete a Leadership Grant application.

The Agnes M. Lindsay Trust Scholarship

Scholarship grants are awarded to students with demonstrated financial need from rural New England communities in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts. This scholarship opportunity is made possible through contributions from The Agnes M. Lindsay Trust.

Richard T. Lovett and Gertrude R. Lovett Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to undergraduate students based on demonstrated financial need from a fund established by Richard T. Lovett '34 and Gertrude R. Lovett.

Martin and Roberta Lower/Ludlow Textiles Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded based on demonstrated financial need and demonstrated academic ability. Preference is given to descendants of former employees of Ludlow Textiles Company, Inc., and to students who are Ludlow, MA, residents. This scholarship is provided from a fund established by College Trustee Martin A. Lower, a trustee emeritus of the College, and his wife Roberta.

Anthony Lucki Scholarship

The scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in any of the four schools of the College, full-time or part-time, who has demonstrated financial need and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. It is renewable provided the recipient continues to meet the criteria.

Kathryn L. Luongo Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A merit scholarship is available to a New England resident who has a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. Preference is given to a student who participated in a varsity sport and was able to maintain a minimum GPA of a 3.0 while in high school. The student does not have to participate in athletics while in College. The scholarship is awarded starting for their freshman year and can be renewed for the student's subsequent undergraduate years at the College, provided he or she maintains a GPA of at least 3.0. This scholarship was generously created by Peter C. Steingraber, Trustee and Law Alum of the College, in memory of Kathryn L. Luongo. Mr. Steingraber received his Juris Doctor degree from Western New England College in 1984.

Kenneth A. MacLeod Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship of varying amounts, established by the Sigma Beta Tau Honor Society in memory of Dr. Kenneth A. MacLeod, is awarded annually to the student who received the highest GPA in a regular freshman engineering program. The student must be enrolled as a sophomore in an engineering curriculum at the time of the award.

Harry and Mollie Marcus Scholarship

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need who is enrolled in the School of Business. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. The scholarship was established through the generosity of Mollie Marcus in memory of her husband, Harry. The couple were the founders of East Coast Tile Imports, Inc., based in Ludlow, MA.

MASSPOWER Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a freshman from Springfield, MA, majoring in engineering. The award is based on demonstrated financial need and demonstrated academic ability. Preference is given to students who have exhibited leadership skills and reside in Indian Orchard, MA.

Horace and Gertrude McCrea Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded annually to undergraduate students from a fund established by Horace O. McCrea '23. Preference is given to students in the School of Business.

James H. McGraw Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded annually to an Electrical Engineering student who demonstrates financial need.

Raymond and Shirley S. Meyers Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is available to students who have demonstrated financial need and who are graduates of high schools in the greater Holyoke-Springfield, MA, area. This fund was established by Raymond Meyers '51/ G'64/H'01 and his wife, Shirley.

Jeanne Marie Milkay Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in English who has demonstrated financial need. Judith A. and Ronald J. '63 Milkay established this scholarship in memory of their daughter, Jeanne Marie, an English major who graduated from Western New England College in 1984. Jeanne Marie Milkay passed away April 15, 1986.

Mr. and Mrs. William F. Montross Business Scholarship

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to an incoming full-time freshman who graduated from a New Hampshire public high school and has demonstrated financial need. The student must be a legal resident of New Hampshire and certify this with documentation acceptable to Western New England College. The student must be enrolled in the School of Business and can be majoring in any of the undergraduate business degree areas except General Business. The individual must have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 and a cumulative high school GPA between 2.80 – 3.20. The student should have shown personal motivation and a desire to succeed. This scholarship is offered through the generosity of Mark E. and Susan G. Montross, both of the Class of 1981, and is named in honor of Mark's parents.

Northampton Junior College Alumni Association Opportunity Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student enrolling at Western New England College who has earned an associate's degree from a two-year college. The student can be pursuing a degree in any program of the College and must have demonstrated financial need. This endowed scholarship was made possible through the generosity of Kenneth D. '63/G'66 and Joan Cardwell and the Northampton Junior College Alumni Association.

Lawrence F. and Myra T. O'Brien Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is available to an undergraduate student or students from a fund established by former National Basketball Association Commissioner Lawrence F. O'Brien L'42 in memory of his parents.

Francis S. and Ruth M. Oleskiewicz Endowed Scholarship

One half of available funds will be available to graduates from Marian High School located in Framingham, MA. The recipient will be the applicant with the highest grade point average, at least exceeding 3.0 over the last three years of high school. The remaining one half will be awarded to a graduate of Chicopee High School who also graduated from St. Stanislaus School in Chicopee, MA, and who has maintained at least a grade point average of 3.0, with the award going to the applicant with the highest average. The scholarship recipients can be enrolled in any of the undergraduate divisions of the College or enrolled in a masters program in the School of Engineering or enrolled in the School of Law. Francis Oleskiewicz is a trustee emeritus of the College and a 1961 graduate of the School of Law.

Earl H. Paine Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Awards are made annually from a fund established in memory of Earl H. Paine '27, who served as treasurer of Western New England College from 1937-1965 and on the Board of Trustees from 1951-1970.

Parents Endowed Financial Aid Fund

Scholarships are awarded from a fund established by the Parents Association for students with demonstrated financial need.

The Pellegrini Family Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to full- or part-time students with demonstrated financial need. Students can be enrolled in any of the Schools of the College. At least twenty-five percent (25%) of the scholarship amount each year is to be awarded to an evening student(s) and at least twenty-five percent (25%) of the scholarship amount each year is to be awarded to a law student(s). The remaining awards may go to any student with financial need that meets the remaining criteria. This scholarship was established through the generosity of Gerard L. Pellegrini L'57.

Linda and James Peters and Family Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student of the College, with preference for a student who graduated from Monson High School in Monson, MA. The recipient must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is awarded starting for the freshman year and can be renewed for the student's subsequent undergraduate years at the College, provided he or she maintains a GPA of at least 3.0 and continues to have financial need. This endowed scholarship was created though the generosity of Linda and James Peters. Dr. Linda L. Peters earned her Master of Business Administration from the College in 1996.

Linda and James Peters Scholarship*

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need who is enrolled in the School of Business. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. This scholarship was established through the generosity of Linda M. L. Peters G'96.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

An unlimited number of $7,000 scholarships are awarded each year to full-time transfer students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa, the two-year college honor society. To be eligible, students must matriculate immediately following completion of their two-year college degree. The minimum college GPA is 3.5 and an A.A., A.S., A.A.S., or Canadian equivalent is required. Students must also be U.S. citizens, and they cannot have previously received a bachelor's degree. Scholarship is renewable for a second year of full-time study if a 2.7 Western New England College GPA and satisfactory academic progress are maintained.

Thomas and Cynthia Picknally Scholarship

A scholarship of a minimum of $1,500 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need who is enrolled in the School of Business. Preference is given to participants in the College's combined BSBA/MBA program. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's time at the College. The scholarship was established through the generosity of Thomas J. Picknally ‘79.

Herman E. and Maud K. Pihl Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is granted to undergraduate students from a fund established by Mr. and Mrs. Herman E. Pihl. Preference is given to children of employees of the Acme Chain Corporation of Holyoke, MA, and to students from the Holyoke-Springfield, MA, area.

Charles and Ann Pollock Endowed Scholarship

This merit scholarship is awarded with preference for a currently enrolled full-time undergraduate student who has not yet received a Western New England College scholarship. The merit criterion is defined as a Western New England College cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. This scholarship was established by Charles and Ann Pollock. Charles has served the College since 1977, most recently as vice president for Enrollment Management.

Presidential Scholars Award

Merit scholarships based on outstanding high school academic achievement are awarded to full-time students. Awards are renewable based on achieving and maintaining a 2.7 cumulative GPA, satisfactory academic progress, selective service status, if required, and full-time status.

R. Joseph Racine Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded annually to students based on financial need from a fund established by retired Professor R. Joseph Racine.

Kenneth M. Rickson Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students in the School of Business who have demonstrated financial need. This scholarship was established by Kenneth M. Rickson, who earned his Bachelor of Business in Accounting from Western New England College in 1975. Mr. Rickson has been a strong supporter of the College and has served as a trustee from 1996 to the present.

Rizzi Family Scholarship*

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need who is enrolled in the School of Business. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. This scholarship was established through the generosity of Matthew A. Rizzi '95.

Marc A. Rosenberg Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a full- or part-time undergraduate student in the School of Business who has a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is awarded starting for their freshman year and can be renewed for the student's subsequent undergraduate years at the College, provided he or she maintains a GPA or at least 3.0 and continues to have financial need. This endowed scholarship was created through the generosity of Marc A. Rosenberg, who earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance degree in 1980 and his Master of Business Administration degree in 1982.

Sattler-Goodrich Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship fund in memory of Allan R. Sattler '59/G'61 has been established by members of the Pi Tau Kappa fraternity and the Epsilon Phi Sigma/Tau Epsilon Phi fraternity. Awards are made to undergraduate students who have outstanding academic records.

School of Arts and Sciences Endowed Scholarship

Funded by the Endowment for Student Financial Aid for the School of Arts and Sciences, this annual scholarship is awarded to undergraduate, upper-class, full-time students in the School of Arts and Sciences with demonstrated financial need and minimum cumulative GPAs of at least 3.0. Contributions from alumni, staff, and friends of the College fund this endowed scholarship.

School of Arts and Sciences Annual Financial Aid Grant

Annually an award is made to a student enrolled in the School of Arts and Sciences with demonstrated financial need.

School of Business Endowed Scholarship

Funded by the Endowment for Student Financial Aid for the School of Business, this annual scholarship is awarded to undergraduate, upper-class, full-time students in the School of Business with demonstrated financial need and minimum cumulative GPAs of at least 3.0. Contributions from alumni, staff, and friends of the College fund this endowed scholarship.

School of Business Annual Financial Aid Grant

Annually an award is made to a student enrolled in the School of Business with demonstrated financial aid.

School of Engineering Endowed Scholarship

Funded by the Endowment for Student Financial Aid for the School of Engineering, this annual scholarship is awarded to undergraduate, upper-class, full-time students in the School of Engineering with demonstrated financial need and minimum cumulative GPAs of at least 3.0. Contributions from alumni, staff, and friends of the College fund this endowed scholarship.

School of Engineering Annual Financial Aid Grant

Annually an award is made to a student enrolled in the School of Engineering with demonstrated financial aid.

Serafino Family Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in the School of Arts and Sciences who has demonstrated financial need. Preference is to be given to students who participate in extracurricular activities devoted to the arts. This scholarship is meant to supplement a student's expenses and it is the donor's intent that the award recipient and/or the recipient's family be expected to provide some contribution to the recipient's education expenses. The scholarship is awarded starting for their freshman year and can be renewed for the student's subsequent undergraduate years at the College, provided he or she continues to have financial need. This scholarship was created through the generosity of Michael A. and Patricia J. Serafino. Both, Michael and Patricia graduated from the College in 1977. Michael received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Patricia received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology.

John F. Shaw Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of various amounts are available to students from a fund established in 1973 by John F. Shaw. Preference is given to students in the greater Springfield area.

Clark and Harlean Shea Scholarship*

A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a full-time freshman with demonstrated financial need who is enrolled in the School of Engineering. If the student continues to meet the criteria, the scholarship is renewable and will provide financial aid support for the student's four years at the College. The scholarship was established through the generosity of former College trustee Clark R. Shea '66/G'69 and his wife, Harlean.

J. Resler Shultz and Dorothy P. Larson Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded with preference given to residents of eastern Pennsylvania or western Massachusetts. Mr. Shultz was the first director of development at Western New England College and served from 1958 until 1973. Mrs. Dorothy P. Larson was his assistant. They worked diligently to raise funds for the first six buildings on the new campus of Western New England College.

Sibling Discount

This is a $1,000/year discount offered to each sibling when a family has more than one full-time undergraduate child attending Western New England College in a given year. Each student receives a $1,000 credit applied to the tuition billing. The discount only applies to sibling relationships and is only available to full-time undergraduate students. Please notify Student Administrative Services each year if qualified.

Sigma Beta Tau Scholarship

A scholarship of varying amounts is awarded annually by the Sigma Beta Tau Honor Society to the student who has received the highest GPA in a regular sophomore engineering program. The student must be enrolled as a junior in an engineering curriculum at the time of the award.

William and Iona Sleith Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship of varying amounts is for minority students with demonstrated financial need. These scholarships will be in addition to whatever gift award has been made by the College based on need. William Sleith, alumnus of the Class of 1944, served the College as corporator and trustee from 1958 until his death in 1996. Mr. Sleith's generous gifts to the College over the years attest to his commitment to the College and to his belief that minority students are a vital constituency of the College community.

Stanley O. Smith Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded annually to accounting majors with demonstrated financial need and who are on the President's or Dean's List. The fund is in memory of Stanley O. Smith, president of the first graduating class (1922) and acting president of the College (1954-1955).

James W. Stacy, Class of 2003, Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in Psychology who has demonstrated financial need. This endowed scholarship fund was established in loving memory of James W. Stacy by his family, members of the Class of 2003, friends, and teachers. James Stacy, who died January 25, 2003, was a bright and dedicated student who had a wonderful way of making people laugh. He took his studies seriously and in his sophomore year earned membership in Psi Chi, the national psychology honor society. He also worked hard to help finance his education, helping in the Department of Psychology as a work-study student and working other jobs at night and on weekends. James exemplified the spirit and dedication that most of us aspire to in our lives. He is deeply missed.

Earl S. and Shirley M. Stahl Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the family of Earl and Shirley Stahl. Mr. Stahl '53 was the founder of Dielectrics Industries, Inc. in Chicopee, MA. As long as the company remains a family-held enterprise, preference in awarding the scholarship will be given to dependents of Dielectrics Industries employees. Should the company be sold, the scholarship will be open to a broader pool of candidates. One scholarship will be awarded each year. Recipients must be from the Pioneer Valley in the greater Springfield-Hartford area. Priority will be given to undergraduates enrolled in the School of Engineering with secondary consideration given to undergraduates majoring in Management in the School of Business. The award can be based on financial need or merit, with financial need being the deciding factor when there is more than one candidate.

Steerage Rock Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to full-time students in the School of Business who demonstrate strong academic achievement and financial need. Recipients must reside in Brimfield, MA, or one of the neighboring towns of Holland, Monson, Wales, or Warren. The annual award is normally a minimum of $l0,000, but is based on the recipients' demonstrated financial need. Available to incoming freshman, the initial award is renewable for an additional three years provided that the student remains academically strong, continues to demonstrate financial need, and is enrolled as an undergraduate in the School of Business. This endowed scholarship was established by a Class of 1973 alumnus of the School of Business.

Jean C. Sterling Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is available to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. The scholarship fund was established in memory of Jean Cameron Sterling '46 by her husband, Esmond E. Sterling. Mrs. Sterling was vice president of finance and secretary to the board of the Dexter Corporation, based in Windsor Locks, CT.

Kenneth M. Stratton Memorial Endowed Scholarship.

The scholarship is awarded to either undergraduate or graduate students who are working, have financial need, and are not receiving substantial tuition reimbursement from their employer. Students must be pursing a degree in one of the following business majors, listed in order of preference: 1) Management; 2) Marketing; 3) any other business major. Preference is given first to students from western Massachusetts, second to students from any other area of Massachusetts, third to students from New England. This scholarship was established in memory of Kenneth M. Stratton, '75, by his family and friends. Ken earned his Bachelor of Science in Management through the Evening Division while working full time and raising a family. He was a warm, caring, and charismatic father and business person who started his business and marketing career with S.C. Johnson Wax Co., later becoming vice president of marketing and sales for Richco Products, Inc., of Springfield, MA.

Student Senate Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a sophomore or junior in his or her spring semester who will be a returning student in the fall and who has an overall cumulative Western New England College GPA of at least 3.0. The student must have demonstrated financial need. The student also needs to have demonstrated and continue to demonstrate leadership qualities and service to a College organization or to the community through a College affiliation. This scholarship has been established with the proceeds of the sale of the College Afghan, developed by the Student Senate.

Kevin R. Sullivan Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship fund in the memory of Kevin R. Sullivan '81 was established by his family and friends. Awards are offered annually to full-time students who have demonstrated financial need and above-average academic performance. Preference is given to handicapped students and students entering their junior year.

Philip W. Suomu Scholarship*

Paul C. and Mary Theilig Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships shall be awarded to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need who maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Preference will be given to students from New England.

Susan Tober Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving student from a fund established by the Civitan Club of Springfield, MA, in memory of Susan Tober, an active club member. The student must have demonstrated scholastic achievement and financial need. Preference is given to residents of the greater Springfield area.

Transfer Scholarship

Merit scholarships are awarded annually to transfer students who enroll with at least 12 transfer credits. For consideration, students must have at least a 3.0 GPA from their previous college. Awards are renewable based on achieving and maintaining a 2.7 cumulative GPA, satisfactory academic progress, and full-time status.

Eligibility for the Phi Theta Kappa and Transfer Scholarships is normally based only on grades for college-level courses, usually referred to as 100-level (or higher) courses. A composite college GPA will be calculated for students who attended more than one college. Students who have at least a 3.5 GPA will usually be awarded a $7,000 merit scholarship while students whose GPA is 3.00-3.49 will usually be awarded a $5,000 merit scholarship.

Brian P. Trelease Endowed Scholarship

A merit scholarship is awarded to a student in the School of Business from a fund established by College Trustee Brian P. Trelease '67/G'71. Funding is based on the student attaining Dean's List standing.

Trowbridge-Brown Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded annually to seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences who have the highest GPAs at the end of the junior year. The award is from a fund established by Clara F. Trowbridge and Ruth Trowbridge Brown.

Trustee Scholarship

This scholarship is used to assist financially needy students to gain an education and makes numerous awards each year to students who would be unable to attend college without financial assistance. These awards are of varying amounts and preference is given to students with GPAs of 3.0 or above.

Richard H. Tucker Endowed Memorial Scholarship

One or more scholarships are awarded annually to deserving undergraduate engineering students. The scholarship is named in memory of Richard H. Tucker '80, and was established by his family.

Tuition Assistance Grants

The College, to assist financially needy students to gain an education, makes numerous awards each year to students who would be unable to attend college without financial assistance. These awards are of varying amounts.

Janice Gruppioni Underhill Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This endowed scholarship is given to a full-time undergraduate student with demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to students with a physical disability. This scholarship was established in memory of Janice by her brother, Thomas A. Gruppioni '77.

M. Rainé Veronesi Endowed Memorial Scholarship

This endowed fund was created by Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering, Richard R. Veronesi, Class of 1961, and Mara M. Veronesi, Class of 1985, in loving memory of their wife and mother, M. Raine Veronesi, Class of 1986. The scholarship will be awarded to a student enrolled in the School of Arts and Sciences who has demonstrated financial need and maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to a full or part-time female student majoring in Liberal Studies, Psychology, or Criminal Justice.

Dr. Hoyt D. Warner Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded starting in the sophomore year for students majoring in Computer Science or Information Technology who display an interest in assisting their fellow computer science students. The recipients must have demonstrated financial need and a Western New England College GPA of at least 2.7. The scholarship is renewable for students' subsequent years at the College provided they continue to have financial need and maintain a GPA of not less than 2.7. The scholarship was created by family, friends, and colleagues of Professor Hoyt Warner, who taught computer science at the College from 1984 to 1998 and made a strong contribution to the development and growth of the Computer Science program.

Westbank Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an entering freshman from Hampden County who is enrolled in the School of Business and who has demonstrated financial need and academic promise. The endowed fund was established with contributions from Westbank, at the generous suggestion of Donald Chase '75, president of Westbank.

Western New England College-MassMutual Achievers Scholarship

The College will annually award several half or full-tuition scholarships to students who are members of the Springfield, MA, or Hartford, CT, MassMutual Academic Achievers Program. The scholarship is renewable for up to three additional years of full-time, undergraduate study if at least a 2.70 cumulative GPA is maintained. Selection is based on financial need, high school average, awards and recognitions, community and school involvements, and other considerations.

Western New England College Scholarships

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded annually to deserving students who have demonstrated financial need and above-average academic performance. These awards are made possible by generous gifts from friends and alumni of the College through general scholarship giving.

Wesley and Frances Wilson Scholarship

Scholarships of amounts varying from $200 to $600 are available to full-time students. At least 10 awards are made each year. Preference is given to students in the greater Springfield, MA, area. The scholarship is funded through a trust established by E. Wesley and Frances Wilson, friends of Western New England College.

Women in Computing Scholarship*

As part of the College's commitment for providing opportunities for women in the sciences, a scholarship of $1,000 is to be awarded per year to a full- or part-time female student in the School of Arts and Sciences who has attained sophomore standing prior to the beginning of the fall semester. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need, major in either Computer Science or Information Technology, and have a major GPA of 3.0 or better. The scholarship will be renewed for the students' junior and senior years provided they continue to meet the award criteria. This scholarship was created through the generosity of Dr. Ali Rafieymehr, former chair of the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology.

The Women's Opportunity Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship of not less than $500 will be awarded to a full- or part-time female student, who demonstrates financial need, and who is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence.

Scholarships and Special Awards Available to Part-Time Undergraduate Students

Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six credits of coursework to be considered for these scholarships and awards.

Adult Learner Scholarship – For Graduate and Undergraduate Study

Adult Learner Scholarships are awarded to degree-seeking graduate and part-time (less than 12 credits per term/semester) undergraduate students. Students must have a financial need, and must be taking classes on the Springfield campus or online.

Alumni Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship awards are made annually by the Alumni Association to two undergraduate part-time students. The College selects the recipients on the basis of scholarship and demonstrated financial need.

Susan Squire Bousquet Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded annually to a student in Continuing Education with demonstrated financial need. Susan was a student at the College when she passed away in 1988. Her family and friends established this scholarship in her memory.

Brennan Family Endowed Scholarship

Evelyn Burton Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded based on financial need to students who are single parents. This scholarship is provided from a fund established by College Trustee Thomas R. Burton '70 in memory of his mother, Evelyn.

Norman J. and Doris S. Cartmill Endowed Scholarship

This is a merit scholarship for a returning part-time student majoring in business who has completed 30 credits. It was funded by a gift from College Trustee Emeritus Norman J. Cartmill '50/G'61/H'01 and his wife, Doris.

Louis T. Cormier Endowed Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded annually to a student of the sophomore class who is a candidate for a degree in Accounting, stands in the upper third of the class, and shows definite qualities of good citizenship and leadership. This fund was established by the wife of the late Thomas Cormier '47, formerly of the faculty of the School of Business.

Denise G. Crawford Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a part-time student in the School of Business. The scholarship was established by Mrs. Crawford's husband, Walter J. Crawford '61, family, and friends in recognition of Mrs. Crawford's 35 years of outstanding service to her alma mater. At the time of her retirement, Denise Crawford '61 was the staff assistant to the academic vice president.

Carl R. Hellstrom Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of varying amounts are available to either full-time or part-time students. This scholarship was established by Carl R. Hellstrom in 1961. Applicants must be students of good standing in the College or incoming freshmen. Selection of candidates is made on the basis of academic aptitude and achievement plus qualities of good character, personality, and potential leadership.

Beaumont A. and Winifred S. Herman Endowed Scholarship

Scholarships of $500 or more may be awarded to students beginning their senior year. They must have a GPA that, if continued, would qualify them to graduate magna or summa cum laude. This scholarship is from a fund established in honor of Beaumont A. and Winifred S. Herman. Dr. Herman was president of the College from 1955 to 1976.

Massachusetts Part-Time Grant

The Part-Time Grant program is a grant assistance program that provides need based financial assistance to part-time (6-11 credits) undergraduate students who reside in Massachusetts.

Joseph A. Mastrangelo Endowed Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded annually to a person taking more than the normal academic schedule (three courses) as a nontraditional student. This scholarship was established by Joseph Mastrangelo '77.

Marc A. Rosenberg Endowed Scholarship

M. Rainé Veronesi Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Mark Philip Willett Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Annual scholarships are available to part-time students in the School of Engineering who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering. Individuals pursuing a concentration in computer engineering will receive special consideration. These scholarships are provided from a fund established by Constance Marie Willett, PhD (MBA 1991) in memory of her brother, Mark Philip Willett (BSCPE 1988). Recipients must have a Western New England College cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher, or be incoming freshmen. Preference will be given to individuals who possess good character and demonstrated leadership skills, with special consideration given to those who have overcome adversity as well. This award is for one year only; however, if the recipient continues to meet the established criteria, he/she will be considered for renewal on the same basis as new applicants.

Federal Financial Assistance Programs

The U.S. Department of Education provides financial aid for higher education. The following paragraphs serve as a guide to the six major financial aid programs in the U.S. Department of Education. These programs are available to full-time and part-time undergraduate students.

Federal Pell Grants

The Pell Grant program is available to undergraduate students demonstrating financial need. Eligible students may receive up to $4,731 each year. Students may apply for these grants by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. These forms may be obtained from a high school guidance counselor or from Student Administrative Services at the College.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are available to a limited number of undergraduate students with extreme financial need. These grants range from $200 to $4,731 a year.

Federal Perkins Loan

The College has established and administers a Perkins Student Loan Fund. Eligible students may borrow amounts not exceeding $6,000 aggregate for pre-baccalaureate, and $12,000 aggregate for all undergraduate and graduate years.

Federal Work-Study

Part-time student employment is available to many students with financial need. Preference is generally given to applicants having the greatest financial need.

Federal Direct Ford Student Loans

Eligibility for a subsidized loan is based on financial need as determined by the analysis of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. If a student does not qualify for a need based loan, the student may apply using the same application process and loan limits for an unsubsidized loan. The interest that accrues during periods of enrollment for a subsidized loan is paid by the federal government. The interest that accrues during periods of enrollment for an unsubsidized loan is paid by the student. Application can be made by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Freshman students may borrow up to $3,500 per year, sophomores may borrow up to $4,500 per year, juniors and seniors may borrow up to $5,500 per year. All undergraduate students may borrow up to an additional $2,000 in an unsubsidized loan. Graduate students may borrow up to $20,500 per year. The total amount that undergraduates may borrow is $31,000, while the total for graduate students is $138,500 (including undergraduate loans). First and second year independent students may borrow up to $4,000 additionally under the unsubsidized loan program. Third and fourth year students may borrow up to $5,000 additionally under the unsubsidized loan program.

Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)

Parents of dependent undergraduate students may borrow up to the cost of attendance minus any other financial aid resources under the PLUS Program. The interest rate for the PLUS loan is adjusted annually with a cap of nine percent. Applications for this loan are obtained through Student Administrative Services at www.wnec.edu/sas.

Other Financial Assistance

State Scholarships

Many states have established scholarship and grant programs to assist residents of their state. In Massachusetts, for example, students judged to be eligible can receive a $2,400 award while attending a private institution within the Commonwealth. Other areas, such as Connecticut, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Maine, and Washington, DC, have similar programs. Application can be made by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or by writing to your state Board of Higher Education. This program is available to full-time undergraduate students.

State Loan

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts offers a limited amount of need-based loan funding to Massachusetts residents at a zero percent interest rate. Application can be made by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This program is available to full-time undergraduate students.

Outside Assistance

Many scholarship and financial assistance programs are available to deserving students through local and state civic groups, clubs, and organizations. Students are urged to seek out such programs in their local areas. Student Administrative Services also has several external scholarship publications for students to utilize. One may reference on the Internet (www.finaid.org or www.fastweb.com) for links to other sources.

Alternative Financing

Several banks offer loans to students and parents to help pay for college. Loans can range from $2,000 to cost of attendance. The interest rates are variable. No collateral is required, and borrowers must have a good credit rating and the ability to repay. Student Administrative Services has additional information and can refer families to participating lenders. These programs are available to full-time and part-time students.

Joan B. Mulcahy Student Loan Fund

In 1971 an emergency student loan fund was established through the generosity of faculty, staff, students, and friends of the College in memory of Joan B. Mulcahy. This fund is used to assist students in need of lesser loans for relatively short periods of time and for help as emergencies develop. The fund is self-supporting through repayments, and loans are granted on an interest-free basis. The fund is administered by the dean of students. This program is available to full-time and part-time undergraduate students.