Scholarships

Support of student scholarships is essential to ensuring that our scholars are able to pursue their academic goals at UMass Dartmouth. Read about some of the outstanding students who have benefitted from the generosity of our donors. If you are interested in creating a scholarship or donating to an existing scholarship, please contact us at giving@umassd.edu or 508.999.8200.

Impact of scholarships

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Scholarship recipient, psychology major
Naomi Mwangi ’25: Scholarships nurture dreams

First-generation psychology student uses scholarships as stepping stones on her path to making a difference in youth mental health.
Scholarship donor
John Babbitt & family keep parents’ memory alive through scholarship

The Babbitt Family established a scholarship for current students in memory of his mother & father, who served on the Board of Trustees during UMass Dartmouth’s early days as SMTI.
Professional photo of Lai
Shaunna Lai ’05: Nursing with a blend of science and empathy

When her dreams of becoming a nurse felt out of reach, Lai’s education at UMass Dartmouth was supported by scholarships, inspiring her to give back to current students in the same way.
Foundation Board member, donor, alumna
UMassD’s Jan Reynolds ’82 honors parents, value of education with philanthropy

After Reynolds graduated from UMass Dartmouth with her father in 1982, she maintains a special connection to their alma mater with her extensive philanthropic history.
Group shot of College Now students
Once College Now, always College Now: Alumni fund scholarship for students

The UMass Dartmouth Alumni Association established a current use scholarship for hard-working College Now students set to graduate this spring.
Scholarship student
Empowering Sarah Adjei '26: Scholarships pave the way for global education access

From Ghana to UMass Dartmouth’s Ring Road, Sarah Adjei traveled across the world to attend college with the support of scholarship donors.