New York Scholarships for High School and College Students

The Vilas Scholarship is awarded to domestic students who want to complete a St. Lawrence University liberal arts education as preparation for a career in business.The Vilas Scholarship was established in 1976 by the Bodman Foundation of New York City to honor Homer A. Vilas, Class of 1913. Homer Vilas was a successful Wall Street financier, corporate director, and businessman during his life. He also was a generous benefactor to many non-profit organizations, including his alma mater, St. Lawrence University.The scholarship assists students financially but also guides Vilas Scholars as they establish themselves within the St. Lawrence alumni network, expanding...

The Root-Tilden-Kern Program is the nation’s premier public service scholarship. Established in 1951, the scholarship has an impressive history; and scholarship alumni are some of the most powerful public service attorneys at work today. The program covers full tuition, without regard to financial need, for three years of law school for outstanding students who promise to pursue public service.Each year 20 scholars are selected based on three criteria: commitment to public service, academic excellence, and potential for leadership. In addition to full tuition, scholars participate in a program that nurtures future public service leaders by providing unique educational, mentoring, and...

The New York Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA-NY) established this scholarship to support future leaders who will strive to make living in urban environments more equitable, healthier and enjoyable. ASLA-NY encompasses the five boroughs of New York City, Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island, and Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange and Rockland counties.The award is open to currently enrolled undergraduate or master's students studying landscape architecture at Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB) accredited programs in the United States. To be eligible, the applicant’s university must be within the ASLA-NY Chapter boundary* or the applicant must be...

The Clark Foundation Scholarship Program is designed to aid students in 12 New York State school districts to attain education beyond the high school level. This may include post-secondary programs at any accredited institution of higher learning. The Clark Foundation Scholarship serves students in the following school districts: Cooperstown, Cherry Valley-Springfield, Edmeston, Gilbertsville-Mount Upton, Laurens, Milford, Morris, Mount Markham, Owen D. Young, Richfield Springs, Schenevus, and Worcester, as well as the Otsego Area Occupational Center BOCES in Milford.Since The Clark Foundation Scholarship was established, more than 14,800 qualified students have attended post-secondary programs with scholarship support. The Program makes scholarship...

The Scholarship was established by friends and family to honor the life of Joel Ayite Ajavon who left this world far too early. To be awarded to graduating high school seniors with a primary interest in studying science, technology, engineering, math, nursing, or trades at a two-year community college in Western New York.Application PeriodDecember 1 to February 28Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $4,000; may be split between two recipients. Award paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Minimum award $2,000.Allowed Use of AwardAwards may be used for tuition,...

The Jenkins Memorial Scholarship was inaugurated in October 1946, as a special Golden Anniversary Project. In 1947 the fund was established as a permanent project as a living memorial to the young people who lost their lives in military service during WWII and was named for one of them, Clifford N. Jenkins, Jr., son of Margaret Jenkins, New York State PTA President 1944-1947 and National PTA President 1961-1964. The purpose of the project is to assist outstanding students in preparing for the teaching profession.Scholarship Amount$4,000 paid in installments as follows:$1,000 paid at the end of the first three academic years...

To provide financial assistance to students in upstate New York State to continue their education in the field of nursing.Application PeriodDecember 1 to February 28Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $3,000; paid as $1,000 per year for up to three consecutive years of undergraduate study. Award paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.Allowed Use of AwardAwards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.Eligibility CriteriaFor a student who:Has completed at least one semester of a nursing program, andHas financial need.This award is not intended for the student...

For full-time college students in a program related to the intellectual and developmental disability field such as behavioral sciences, social work, healthcare administration and management, or psychology.This $3,000 scholarship per recipient is paid in two installments of $1,500 per semester for any year the student is enrolled in college in a program related to the field of intellectual or other developmental disabilities. The funds must be claimed within a four-year period from the time the scholarship is awarded. Two scholarships are presented annually.About the Scholarship: Two $3000 scholarships are presented annually. The scholarship is paid in installments of $1500 per...

For nursing, physical or occupational therapy degree program students.This $3,000 scholarship is paid in two installments of $1,500 per semester. The funds must be claimed within a four-year period from the time the scholarship is awarded. One scholarship is presented annually.Applications are to be submitted by Friday, February 7, 2025.About the Scholarship: One $3000 scholarship is presented annually. The scholarship is paid in installments of %1500 per semester for any year the student is enrolled in college. The funds must be claimed within a four-year period from the time the scholarship was awarded.About Dr. Arthur Pense: This scholarship honors Dr....

Since its incorporation in 1989 through 2024, the NY Grace LeGendre Endowment Fund Inc (GLEF), has awarded over $205,000 in fellowships to 175 NYS women. Of these, one hundred fifteen were working toward a Master’s and fifty six toward a doctorate. They were enrolled in fifty-seven  diverse fields of graduate study.Fellowships are awarded annually for graduate study to qualified women. The number and amount of the fellowships vary from year to year. In 2024, a total of $6,500 in Fellowships was awarded to supplement education costs for the 2024-25 academic year.EligibilityIndividuals who wish to be considered for a 2025 GLEF...

For academically talented and community-minded high school graduates continuing their education in college, graduate school, or a trade/technical school.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $1,000; paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.Allowed Use of AwardAwards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.Eligibility CriteriaFor students who identify as members of the LGBTQ community and:Have a minimum 3.0 GPA (B average) or higher;Are pursuing post-secondary education at a qualifying academic institution — including accredited undergraduate or graduate colleges, universities,...

New York personal injury attorneys are known for obtaining high judgments in Court for victims of personal injury accidents. We want to help the future generation of NYC personal injury lawyers with their education expenses by offering an annual $500 scholarship. The Scholarship will be based on an essay competition with a topic focused on personal injury law.QUALIFICATIONSThis Scholarship is open to both graduate/law students and undergraduate students seeking to go to law school in the future. All applicants must be enrolled in a U.S. undergraduate or graduate-level program.All submissions should contain the authors name, address, phone number, current major...