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
Read more scholarship storiesNaomi 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.