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Ģ����ý has taken the next major step to ensure that talented and ambitious students can access its premier liberal arts education, regardless of financial background.

The Ģ����ý Promise is a new initiative that expands upon the university’s commitment to removing cost as a barrier for students who want to attend Ģ����ý. Starting with the 2026-2027 incoming class, the university will meet 100 percent of the calculated financial need for every incoming first-year student.

Thanks to careful fiscal stewardship and the tremendous generosity of friends and alumni, Ģ����ý has been able to distribute more scholarships and aid to students over the past few years, and it is now poised to deliver a total of $66 million in aid and scholarships in the 2026-2027 academic year. The increase in financial assistance allows the university to meet the full calculated financial need of the incoming class through a combination of scholarships, grants, work study and student loans.

The Ģ����ý Promise is the latest step in an ongoing effort to make a Ģ����ý education accessible to all. It also reflects the remarkable spirit of the entire Ģ����ý community, which is united by a shared dedication to students and families.

President Lori S. White put The Ģ����ý Promise in perspective: “There are many important elements in our Bold & Gold 2027 strategic plan. Meeting the financial needs of every student and ensuring nothing stands in the way of talented students pursuing a Ģ����ý education are critical to our success. We are deeply grateful to our campus community, alumni and friends for supporting our commitment to making a Ģ����ý education accessible to more students.”

Reaching this milestone with The Ģ����ý Promise is cause for celebration and marks a renewed commitment to advancing the university's mission to create the leaders the world needs.

“This is a significant moment and one we intend to continue to build on,” said Beth Petrie, vice president for enrollment management. “It’s another leap forward in recruiting and retaining talented students for Ģ����ý, a move that positions Ģ����ý to ensure that nothing stands between talented students and all Ģ����ý has to offer.”

The initiative relies on both current use and endowed funds to initiate the project and secure its ongoing support in perpetuity. To learn more about The Ģ����ý Promise, visit this page.