Eligible Scholars will receive up to $20,000 in financial support to attend any accredited Connecticut based college or university as a last dollar scholarship after all other financial aid has been applied.
Class of 2025 and beyond: Awarded up to $5,000 per student per year of college. ​

WHAT IS WATERBURY PROMISE?

The Waterbury Promise Scholarship helps eliminate financial barriers, strengthens the college going culture in Waterbury Public Schools, and provides essential support to ensure college success. 

WATERBURY'S PROMISE

"The Promise Scholarship will assist in recognizing and rewarding our student’s intellect and create a path for future success." - Former Mayor Neil M. O'Leary

OUR AMBITIOUS GOALS

Our goals are ambitious, just like our students. ​​​Waterbury Promise will ensure that every aspiring Waterbury student has access to financial resources & support mechanisms essential for college success.

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