International Scholarships, Assistance, and Awards

For students that do not meet the criteria for a merit scholarship, we are pleased to offer the Director Award.

Please note: Merit scholarships and their respective monetary values are subject to change by Springfield College at any time.

The International Undergraduate Housing Allowance is offered to a select number of international undergraduate students who have been admitted to Springfield College, are degree-seeking full-time students, and have committed to attending Springfield College by submitting the enrollment deposit. The international housing allowance is applied towards the overall cost of on-campus housing during the Fall and Spring semesters for up to 8 semesters (4 years) while you are enrolled at Springfield College. This allowance is equivalent to the cost of a double/shared room in selected residence halls on campus.

Housing allowances are awarded on a first-come first-served basis, based on the date that you submit your $300 deposit and demonstrated need. To be considered for a housing allowance, you must complete the CSS Profile. 

This award is not applicable to applicants with external sponsorship.

These scholarships/awards may be combined with other awards, not to exceed cost of tuition.

Legacy Award
A one-time award of $2,000 upon entry into Springfield College to any student whose brother, sister, parent, or grandparent (including stepfamily members) received a degree from Springfield College or are currently enrolled as a degree-seeking student. (Only one award regardless of the number of family members attending or previously receiving degrees.)

Honors Program Scholarship
Incoming first-year and transfer students of outstanding academic achievement and promise may be invited by faculty to apply to the Honors Program after their acceptance to the College. Acceptance to the Honors Program is based on multiple criteria (springfield.edu/honors-program), and includes a $2,000 Honors Program Scholarship each year ($8,000 over four years/eight semesters) in addition to other scholarships/grants/awards earned. (Students must maintain eligibility for their merit scholarship to stay in the Honors Program and receive the scholarship.)

Students meeting eligibility criteria must be invited to apply to the Honors Program by the Honors Program Committee after their acceptance to the College.

Couzelis Scholarship
Established by Dr. Paul (Springfield College Class of ’65, G'72) and Nancy (Springfield College Class of ’68) Couzelis. This is an annual undergraduate scholarship of $3,500 ($14,000 over four years/eight semesters) given to three students in the entering first-year class each year majoring in either Physical Education or Exercise Science. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need.

YMCA Career Award
An annual award to select incoming freshmen of promise who plan to make a career in the YMCA and who have exemplified participation and leadership in the YMCA through their high school years.

Associates Degree Completion Award (Transfer Students Only)
A one-time award of $1,000 for transfer students who come with an Associate’s Degree in any subject area already completed.

Preferred Application Award (Transfer Students Only)
$1,000 one-time award for students meeting the preferred application deadlines.

• May 1 for fall semester enrollment
• December 1 for spring semester enrollment.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship for Transfer Students: $3,500
International transfer students who are at a community college in the United States and who are members of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society are eligible. This annual scholarship is valued at $3,500 and is added to the merit/academic scholarship. It is renewable, provided the student maintains full-time status (a minimum of 12 academic credits per semester) and continues to make satisfactory progress towards a four-year undergraduate degree.

Need-Based Financial Aid
Undergraduate international students applying for admission to Springfield College and who wish to be considered for financial assistance (need-based) in addition to their merit scholarship must complete the CSS International Profile. The CSS Profile school code for Springfield College is 3763.

A limited number of fee waivers may be available by contacting us at intladmissions@springfield.edu. Fee waivers will cover the cost of submitting a CSS International Profile to Springfield College.

Financial aid offers are made available if a student is admitted to Springfield College and the CSS International Profile is submitted. Upon successful completion of the CSS profile, applicants may be eligible for additional Springfield College Grant funding (SC Grant).

Students who do not wish to be considered for additional financial assistance simply need to notify the Office of Financial Aid (financialaid@springfield.edu) of their intent.

Travel Reimbursement
Qualifying undergraduate international students who remain in good academic standing will receive up to $1,500 annual for travel between the College and their home. The travel reimbursement will be provided each academic year for a maximum of four years (eight semesters). International students who are receiving full scholarships from their government are not eligible.

Student Employment
A variety of positions may be available in departments and offices throughout the campus. Available positions are posted by the Career Center. The student is responsible for securing employment. Each department is responsible for securing employment. Each department is responsible for its own hiring decisions.

Employment in F1 Status
Students in F1 Status may only obtain on-campus work. Students may work on campus for no more than 20 hours per week while school is in session and 40 hours per week during school breaks.
Students must have a social security number in order to work. Contact the International Center for assistance.

The Career Center
The Career Center can assist international students in identifying off-campus jobs or career-related positions. These experiences may provide students with the opportunity to earn money while gaining valuable career-related experience. International students must have a social security number in order to work off campus.

International graduate students are eligible to apply for fellowships, associateships, assistantships, and scholarships.

Learn more about these options.

The International Student Housing Allowance is offered to a select number of international graduate students who have been admitted to Springfield College, are degree-seeking, full-time students, and have committed to attend Springfield College by submitting the enrollment deposit. The housing allowance is applied towards the overall cost of graduate on-campus housing for a period of up to four semesters (two years, excluding summer terms) while you are enrolled at Springfield College.

Housing allowances are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, based on the date that you submit your $300 deposit and demonstrated need.  To be considered for a Housing Allowance you must complete the CSS Profile.

This award is not applicable to applicants with external sponsorship.

Student Employment
A variety of positions may be available in departments and offices throughout the campus. Available positions are posted by the Career Center. The student is responsible for securing employment. Each department is responsible for securing employment. Each department is responsible for its own hiring decisions.

Employment in F1 Status
Students in F1 Status may only obtain on-campus work. Students may work on campus for no more than 20 hours per week while school is in session and 40 hours per week during school breaks.
Students must have a social security number in order to work. Contact the International Center for assistance.

The Career Center
The Career Center can assist international students in identifying off-campus jobs or career-related positions. These experiences may provide students with the opportunity to earn money while gaining valuable career-related experience. International students must have a social security number in order to work off campus.