In a groundbreaking collaboration, the City of Hamilton, Miami University Regionals, and the Hamilton Community Foundation proudly announce the establishment of the Miami Hamilton Promise Scholarship. This innovative program is designed to provide free tuition for 2-year and 4-year degrees at Miami Regionals to Pell Grant-eligible students attending Hamilton High School, Stephen T. Badin High School, or Butler Tech from Hamilton City School District and residing in the city of Hamilton.

The Hamilton Community Foundation has demonstrated its support of this initiative by generously making an initial commitment of $663,000 over five years to make the Miami Hamilton Promise a reality. This transformative initiative aims to eliminate financial barriers, reduce student loan debt, and create a pathway for increased retention and graduation rates among eligible students.

John Guidugli, president and CEO of the Hamilton Community Foundation, expressed the foundation's vision, stating, "We are thrilled to collaborate with Miami University Regionals and the City of Hamilton on this pioneering initiative. The Miami Hamilton Promise represents a significant step forward in our collective effort to open doors to higher education for the youth of our community. Together, we're laying the groundwork for a future where every student in Hamilton has the opportunity to pursue their dreams. This partnership is a testament to our shared vision of a brighter, more inclusive future for all our residents."

Key Highlights of the Miami Hamilton Promise:

• Tuition-free 2-year and 4-year degrees for Pell Grant-eligible students
• Open to Miami University Regionals students from Hamilton High School, Stephen T. Badin High School, or Butler Tech from Hamilton City School District
• Renewable for up to eight consecutive semesters
• Required cumulative high school GPA of 2.5+
• For consideration, students apply for admission to Miami Regionals (with required materials) and complete the FAFSA by April 1, 2024
• Made possible through the generosity of scholarship donors
• Miami Regionals commits to supporting the retention and graduation of Miami Hamilton Promise students

Individuals interested in additional information or applying for the Hamilton Promise can visit MiamiOH.edu/Regionals/HamiltonPromise. For consideration, students apply for admission to Miami Regionals (with required materials) and complete the FAFSA by April 1.

Ande Durojaiye, vice president of Miami University Regionals, emphasized, "The Hamilton Promise is more than just scholarship dollars. It’s an investment in providing opportunities that will, in turn, lead to a talented workforce, economic development, and business growth. The impact of the Hamilton Promise will strengthen our community today and well into the future."

This initiative aligns with the collective commitment to fostering education, empowering students, and building a more vibrant community.