SMWC Hamilton Center Scholarship
Available to all employees of the Hamilton Center, their spouse and dependent (if applicable).
SMWC appreciates the work and dedication of the employees at the Hamilton Center. To show our appreciation because of your work and dedication, we would like to extend a scholarship opportunity to you, your spouse, and dependents (if applicable). Founded in 1840, SMWC is dedicated to the spirit of the student-centered academics, faith, and leadership to transform our communities and the world.
Campus Program
SMWC Hamilton Center Scholarship – $17,500 towards the cost of tuition
Qualifications:
Must be a full-time student in a degree-seeking campus program. The student must meet the minimum requirements for admission to SMWC. This award will be reduced/replaced with other scholarships and grant offers. This award cannot be combined with other SMWC offers or replace current student award(s). Students must verify proof of employment as a Hamilton Center employee (or spouse/dependent).
Renewal:
Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and satisfactory academic progress towards their degree to renew the award for an additional three years (total up to 8 semesters). The student must provide documentation annually to verify employment.
If the student qualifies for a higher discount; that award will replace the Hamilton Center award.
Woods Online Program
SMWC Hamilton Center Scholarship (for online) – $125 per credit hour discount off the cost of tuition only.
Qualifications:
Must be at least a half-time student in a degree-seeking Woods Online program. The student must meet the minimum requirements for admission to SMWC. This award will be reduced/replaced with other scholarships and grant offers. This award cannot be combined with other SMWC offers and cannot be used if the student is utilizing a special tuition billing method. This award will not replace current student award(s). Students must verify proof of employment as a Hamilton Center employee (or spouse/dependent).
Renewal:
Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and satisfactory academic progress towards their degree. The student must provide documentation annually to verify employment.
*If the student qualifies for federal or state awards, those awards could reduce/replace the offer to avoid over-awarding.
Master’s Program: MBA, MLD, and M.S. in Equine Science (MSN, MAAT or MAMT not eligible).
SMWC Hamilton Center Scholarship (for Masters) – $275 per course discount (for courses 3 credit hours or more).
Qualifications:
Must be at least a half-time student in one of the programs listed above. The student must meet the minimum requirements for admission to the program. This award will be reduced/replaced with other scholarships and grant offers. This award cannot be combined with other SMWC offers. This award will not replace current student award(s). Students must verify proof of employment as a Hamilton Center employee, or spouse (dependents are not eligible).
Renewal:
Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and satisfactory academic progress towards their degree. The student must provide documentation annually to verify employment.
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health, B.S. in Addictions Counseling, Certificate in Addictions Counseling
Up to (7) HCI employees accepted into a program per year will receive a 40% tuition discount (spouse and dependents are not eligible).
If the student qualifies for outside awards, those awards could reduce/replace the offer to avoid over-awarding.
Ph.D. in Global Leadership
SMWC Hamilton Center Scholarship (for Ph.D.) – 20% discount for tuition only.
Qualifications:
Must be at least a half-time student in the PH.D program. The student must meet the minimum requirements for admission to the program. This award will be reduced/replaced with other scholarships and grant offers. This award cannot be combined with other SMWC offers. This award will not replace current student award(s). Students must verify proof of employment as a Hamilton Center employee, or spouse (dependents are not eligible).
Renewal:
Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and satisfactory academic progress towards their degree. The student must provide documentation annually to verify employment.
If the student qualifies for outside awards, those awards could reduce/replace the offer to avoid over-awarding.
