Multiple States Award Over $180,000 in College-Sponsored Scholarships to 2025 Graduates

Several scholarship programs across the United States are awarding significant financial support to high-achieving and community-oriented students of the class of 2025. The Springfield Promise Program is granting $100,000 in Last Dollar Scholarships to reduce financial barriers for Springfield Public Schools graduates. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced numerous college-sponsored awards, with recipients from Connecticut among nearly 3,700 winners nationwide, each receiving $500 to $2,000 annually for up to four years. The California Water Service Group awarded $80,000 to 13 students from multiple states, recognizing their academic excellence and community service, including first-generation college students aiming to contribute to underserved areas. Additionally, the Aquetong Watershed Association honored three New Hope-Solebury High School seniors with scholarships for their commitment to environmental sciences, celebrating the legacy of conservationist Malcolm P. Crooks. These programs collectively underscore a national commitment to supporting students' higher education and community engagement.