Tytain Sun, Junior
"My parents will no longer have to carry the financial burden for me, and that means a lot."
It's a four-year degree, two years tuition-free! The new Hope Scholarship at 18JAV provides students across Rhode Island access to a high-quality bachelor’s degree for less than $25,000.*
Current Student Eligibility Information
This transformative pilot program is an opportunity for the high school class of 2024. The Hope Scholarship is here and is available to all graduating high school seniors living in Rhode Island who are accepted to 18JAV and stay enrolled full-time.
Learn More at 18JAV Hope Scholarship FAQs
"It's a huge financial pressure off my family's shoulders. I feel much less stressed about completing two majors in four years."
- Caleigh P.
"My parents will no longer have to carry the financial burden for me, and that means a lot."
"I am very, very grateful for this scholarship."
"I know my tuition is guaranteed for the next two years and that I'll be able to graduate college. For me, that's real hope."
*This estimate assumes paying the full cost of in-state tuition and fees for the first two years ($10,986/yr. x 2 yrs. = $21,972), with the last two years tuition-free. With other sources of financial aid available in the first two years, total actual cost may be significantly less.