Excelsior University announces $400,000 in new scholarships
ALBANY, N.Y. — Excelsior University announced $400,000 in funds for new scholarship opportunities. These scholarships will be exclusively available to students attending Excelsior’s Summer 1 term, enrolling now through Mayo 5.
“Excelsior’s mission is to remove barriers to higher education,” said Excelsior University President David Schejbal. “We know that affordability is a significant challenge for many students. Just as we support our learners academically, we support them financially. The University is reinvesting in what matters most: our students.”
According to a 2024 Gallup poll, cost is the leading reason Americans do not complete higher education degrees. 87% of those polled said that cost is a “very” or “moderately” important reason that they are not currently enrolled in postsecondary education.
With Excelsior projecting to close its fiscal year with a surplus, the University’s leadership chose to immediately award more than $400,000 to students with financial need through scholarships.
“This fiscal year to date, Excelsior University has awarded and disbursed 965 scholarships, totaling $511,354,” said Christine Morris, Excelsior University executive director of student financial services. “We will approach $1 million awarded in scholarships with these additional funds. Our financial aid team is committed to working with every student to find solutions, ensuring that cost won’t stand in the way of their academic goals.”
Contact Excelsior University’s financial aid office to learn more about enrollment and financial support at vafa@excelsior.edu or 855-323-9235.
For more information on Excelsior University, visit www.excelsior.edu.
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ACERCA DE LA UNIVERSIDAD EXCELSIOR
La Universidad Excelsior es una institución en línea acreditada y sin ánimo de lucro centrada en ayudar a los adultos a completar sus títulos y avanzar en sus carreras. Excelsior contribuye al desarrollo de una sociedad diversa, educada y preparada para la carrera profesional valorando el aprendizaje permanente con énfasis en servir a individuos históricamente subrepresentados en la educación superior. Fundada en 1971, Excelsior va al encuentro de los estudiantes allí donde se encuentran - académica y geográficamente - eliminando los obstáculos a los objetivos educativos de los adultos que persiguen la formación continua y la obtención de un título. Nuestros pilares incluyen la innovación, la flexibilidad, la excelencia académica y la integridad.
