Alpha Chi Omega distinguishes our needs-based educational awards as educational assistance grants. In 2017-18, more than $35,000 was provided to sisters to assist with their academic endeavors. We know that even with the grants we provide, it is not enough to bridge the financial gap for our women in an ever-changing collegiate environment.
Over a span of 30 years from 1984-85 to 2014-15, average published tuition and fees have grown dramatically. According to the College Board:
- Private four-year institutions rose by 146 percent, from $12,716 (in 2014 dollars) to $31,231
- Public two-year colleges rose by 150 percent, from $1,337 to $3,347
- Public four-year institutions grew by 225 percent, from $2,810 to $9,139
These grants are open both collegiate and alumnae members.
Educational assistance grant applications are reviewed twice a year. The spring 2019 application deadline was May 1, 2019. The fall 2019 application will be available in mid-August.
For more information or questions, please contact Elizabeth Donaldson, associate director of operations.