Ripon College announced it will begin offering financial aid that will cover the cost of college for students with and household adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less.
Designed with two layers – including one that is income-driven – The Ripon Commitment helps ensure students throughout the state of Wisconsin have access to the higher education experience provided by Ripon College.
“The Ripon Commitment opens doors for students in Wisconsin who may have thought higher education at a private school was out of reach,” said Ripon College President Dr. Victoria Folse. “As a former, first-generation college student myself, I am personally thrilled to announce this offering and to support young people as they work to achieve their full potential and contribute to their communities personally and professionally.”
The Ripon Commitment applies to incoming, first-year or transfer students who are Wisconsin residents. Students with a household adjusted gross income (AGI) of $75,000 or less will receive scholarships and grants to completely cover all Ripon College tuition and fees. Incoming, first-year students are eligible for eight consecutive semesters (equivalent to four years)of free tuition and fees; new transfer students can receive four semesters (equivalent to two years) of free tuition and fees.
Students with a household AGI higher than $75,000 will receive enough aid to align Ripon College tuition and fees to those of University of Wisconsin-Madison.
The Ripon Commitment will be available starting for the fall 2025 semester.
“My experience at Ripon College has been pivotal in preparing me for the professional world and boosting my confidence,” said Ji’Mya Sullivan-Owens, who graduated from Ripon College in May 2024. “At Ripon, I had the opportunity to pursue my passions and fully immerse myself in my college journey before transitioning into the workforce. I wouldn’t have taken any other path.”
More information about The Ripon Commitment and admission to Ripon College, may be found here.
