Mount Holyoke College, a women’s liberal arts educational institution in South Hadley, Massachusetts, has announced a new commitment: U.S. students with total family income up to $150,000 pay no tuition.
Made possible by generous alumni and other donors, the new pledge is the latest effort by the college to meet 100 percent of demonstrated financial need for undergraduate students. For families who are above this income level, the college will continue to offer competitive merit scholarships in addition to need-based financial aid.
“The Mount Holyoke Commitment expands the reach of a transformative liberal arts education,” said Mount Holyoke College President Danielle R. Holley. “We welcome bold leaders, ambitious learners, and all those who want to expand their knowledge, skills, and worldview. The Mount Holyoke Commitment is making it possible for more students and families to call Mount Holyoke home.”
“Approximately 75 percent of American families would qualify for free tuition with the Mount Holyoke Commitment,” said Robin Randall, vice president of enrollment management. “With this initiative, Mount Holyoke offers a clear, transparent message to families concerned about college costs: this won’t stand in the way of a boundless future at Mount Holyoke.”