Program areas at Scholarship Foundation of St Louis
Operating on a nondiscriminatory basis, The Foundation awards Scholarship grants and renewable interest-free, fee-free loans to applicants with significant financial need who demonstrate satisfactory academic progress and good character and are from The program's eligible service area or graduate from an eligible high school. During 2023, 527 students were awarded a total of $4,531,285 in Scholarship grants and $1,256,500 in interest-free loans.
The Foundation offers students policy fellowship program as part of The organization's commitment to supporting an educated society. Foundation students are in The strongest position to lead this effort since they are navigating barriers to higher education. In 2023, The Foundation engaged selected students in a policy fellowship program in which they researched specific issues, developed The Foundation's policy platform, and advocated for its implementation at The state, federal, and campus levels.
The Foundation's student advising program provides guidance and assistance to students and families, helping them navigate The process of applying for financial aid and make enrollment decisions. Students who receive Scholarship grants or interest-free loans from The Foundation are assigned a student advisor; who is responsible for providing personalized support and advising throughout college. During 2023, Foundation advisors engaged with 5,950 individuals, providing necessary information and timely resources to support informed decision-making by students.