Scholarship Opportunity

Roberta B. Willis Scholarship

Offered by Connecticut Office of Higher Education

The Roberta B. Willis Scholarship provides Connecticut residents with need-based and need-and-merit financial assistance to attend eligible public and independent colleges within Connecticut. Awards are administered through participating institutions based on state funding and student eligibility.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Transfer Student, Adult Learner

Eligibility

  • Be a Connecticut resident.
  • Be enrolled in a program leading to a first associate or bachelor's degree.
  • Attend a participating Connecticut public or independent institution.
  • Be enrolled at least half time.
  • Complete the FAFSA.
  • Meet financial need requirements established by the Connecticut Office of Higher Education.

Requirements

  • Submit the FAFSA.
  • Complete any financial aid verification requested by the institution.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the FAFSA as early as possible.
  2. 2Apply for admission to a participating Connecticut institution.
  3. 3Submit any requested financial aid documentation.
  4. 4Your institution determines eligibility and disburses the award if selected.