External Sources of Funding

External Scholarship Sources

Below are external links for possible scholarship sources provided as a convenience to regional and online students. The appearance of these external links does not constitute endorsement by Springfield College. Some organizations require membership and/or other requirements in order to apply for scholarships. We do not have editorial control over the information you find at these locations, and we can not guarantee its accuracy.

National Scholarships

Dr. Angela E. Grant Scholarship Fund

The Dr. Angela E. Grant Scholarship Fund provides 1-3 scholarships for associate's education or higher to cancer survivors who are enrolled on a full-time basis and demonstrate financial need. Application materials include an application, transcript, and two letters of recommendation.

Association on American Indian Affairs Scholarship Fund

The Association on American Indian Affairs Scholarship Fund provides 60 scholarships for associate's education or higher to tribal citizens who are enrolled on a full-time basis and demonstrate financial need. Awardees are required to have earned a minimum grade of "C" in all courses. Application materials include an application, transcript, and tribal affiliation.

American Association of University Women – Career Development Grants

The American Association of University Women – Career Development Grants provides scholarships of $2,000 to $12,000 for a second undergraduate degree, graduate education, or certificate program to women seeking career re-entry or advancement. Priority is assigned to women of color and women in nontraditional occupations. Application materials include an application, transcript, letter of recommendation, and student budget.

Executive Women International – Adult Students in Scholastic Transition

The Executive Women International – Adult Students in Scholastic Transition provides scholarships for undergraduate and graduate education to nontraditional students who reside within proximity to an EWI Chapter (e.g., Los Angeles, Milwaukee, Philadelphia), are parents or guardians, and demonstrate financial need. Application materials include an application, transcript, FAFSA, tax form, W-2 form, and Student Aid Report.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund – College Scholarship Fund

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund – College Scholarship Fund provides scholarships of $1,000 to $5,000 for undergraduate and graduate education to prospective students of Hispanic heritage who are enrolled on a full-time basis, have completed at least 12 credits at the undergraduate level, and demonstrate financial need. Application materials include an application, transcript, FAFSA, and Student Aid Report. Awardees are required to have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

NAACP – Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship

The NAACP – Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship provides 20-40 scholarships of $1,500 to $2,500 for undergraduate and graduate education to students age 24 or younger who are NAACP members and demonstrate financial need. Application materials include an application, transcript, three letters of recommendation, and tax forms. Awardees are required to have a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Massachusetts Scholarships

Community Foundation of Western MA

Community Foundation of Western MA provides 800 scholarships of $1,000 for undergraduate and graduate education to residents of Western Massachusetts. Contact the Foundation for additional eligibility information. Application materials include an application, transcript, and Student Aid Report.