Access Grant Application

Simpson Access Grant

We know undocumented and mixed status families face many barriers when applying to college, including financial aid. The Simpson Access Grant permits undocumented students or DACA recipients to apply for a renewable annual full tuition scholarship. Applicants who do not receive the full tuition scholarship will be considered for smaller grant amounts up to $10,000.

Eligibility Criteria

New full-time first-year student
A minimum of a 3.25 cumulative high school GPA
Identify as undocumented or a DACA recipient
Complete a personal statement answer the provided prompt

All Access Grant candidates must complete the Simpson College application for admission and receive notification of acceptance by February 15, 2023.

Applicant Information

First Name

Last Name

Preferred Name

Permanent Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Cell Phone

Intended Major

Email Address

List the secondary school information from which you will graduate:

School Name

Class Rank

Class Size

Cumulative GPA

Which status best describes you?

Have you applied for admission to Simpson College?

Yes

No

Personal Statement

Attach a personal statement (no more than 1,000 words) in which you answer both of the following questions:

What does success mean to you?
How would the Access Grant help you to achieve success at Simpson?

This is your confirmation the application you have filled out is your own work and the information is factually true.

In place of your signature, please type your full legal name:

Date

Completed application materials must be submitted by February 15, 2023

For further information regarding the Access Grant contact:
Raffy Polanco, Admissions Counselor/Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator
Phone: 515-961-1376 | Email: raffy.polanco@simpson.edu

Admission & Aid

Access Grant Application