New Sweet Briar College SBCommitment Scholarship

Full tuition for Pell Grant-eligible Virginia students, empowering future women leaders

AMHERST, VA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sweet Briar College is thrilled to introduce the SBCommitment Scholarship program, a powerful opportunity to open the gates to the future for Virginia students. This initiative provides full tuition coverage to full Pell Grant-eligible students across the Commonwealth, underscoring Sweet Briar’s commitment to making higher education accessible and impactful.

SBCommitment supports Virginia’s most promising students by covering their tuition costs. This scholarship is designed to help talented individuals pursue their educational aspirations without financial constraints. Virginia applicants to Sweet Briar College will have the chance to be automatically considered for this scholarship, which aims to attract and support the next generation of leaders and innovators.

“SBCommitment is more than just a scholarship; it’s a testament to our dedication to the women of Virginia,” said President Mary Pope M. Hutson ’83. “We are excited to offer this opportunity to ensure financial challenges do not hinder talented women from pursuing their dreams. Our commitment to building Virginia’s future leaders runs deep; this is simply the latest example of Sweet Briar’s efforts to ensure access to the valuable resources of higher education for Virginia’s young women.”

This initiative reflects Sweet Briar’s broader mission of fostering equity and accessibility in higher education. By eliminating financial barriers, the SBCommitment Scholarship program empowers students to focus on academic achievement, leadership development, and personal growth. It creates pathways for exceptional women who may otherwise be unable to afford a transformative college experience, allowing them to excel and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

Sweet Briar’s focus on accessibility is especially crucial as Virginia seeks to cultivate a diverse, educated workforce prepared to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. The SBCommitment program ensures that talented young women from all backgrounds can access Sweet Briar’s distinctive offerings, including STEM programs, sustainability, equestrian, leadership opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences that prepare them to lead with confidence and innovation.

Sweet Briar College has a rich tradition of empowering women through hands-on learning and a focus on leadership. Our beautiful campus fosters a close-knit community where students grow into connected, ethical leaders ready to address the world’s challenges. With an innovative academic calendar designed for experiential learning, students engage deeply with their studies through practical experiences in our labs, greenhouses, barns, and teams.

“SBCommitment is a reflection of our commitment to the students of Virginia and our mission to cultivate the next generation of women leaders,” said Director of Admissions Taylor Gibson ’16.

Domestic, first-year, first-time students with a 3.6 GPA or higher who reside in Virginia and apply will receive automatic consideration and expedited decisions for the SBCommitment Scholarship.

For more information about the SBCommitment Scholarship program and to start your application, please visit www.sbc.edu/commitment or contact admissions at admissions@sbc.edu or 434-381-6142.

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