New York Scholarships for High School and College Students

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...

To provide financial assistance to students in Monroe County pursuing a career in nursing.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $12,000; divided into equal annual installments paid over four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Award may be split between two recipients and is paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Minimum award $4,000; paid as $1,000 per year for up to four years.Allowed Use of AwardAwards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.Eligibility CriteriaFor students in Monroe County who:Are planning to enroll...

To provide financial support for individuals working in or planning to work in the fields of mental health, behavioral health, or developmental disabilities within the eight-county area surrounding Rochester (Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties) who wish to pursue a master’s degree in their field. The intent of this scholarship is to elevate the state of practice and increase the number of individuals serving in the fields of mental health, behavioral health, or developmental disabilities.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsNumber of recipients and award amounts vary; maximum award $7,500. The amount awarded...

To recognize those high school seniors who have consistently demonstrated excellence in both the spoken and written word and plan to pursue college and a career that requires excellence in communication.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsNumber of recipients and award amounts vary; award amount may be split between two or more recipients. Award paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Average award $5,000; not to exceed the cost of tuition.Allowed Use of AwardAwards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher...

To provide financial assistance to graduating seniors of Armenian heritage pursuing careers in medicine, science, or music.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $4,000; paid as $1,000 per year for up to four 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 graduating high school senior of Armenian heritage who:Resides in and is graduating from a school in the eight-county area surrounding Rochester (Genesee, Livingston, Monroe,...

To provide scholarship support to graduating high school seniors in Monroe County pursuing a degree in architecture, construction, construction management, or a related field, or a program leading to teacher certification in a STEM field or pursuing a trades program or degree.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $4,000 to a student pursuing a two- or four-year professional degree; paid as $1,000 per year for up to four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Additionally, one non-renewable award of $1,000 for students pursuing a trades degree or program and paid in one lump sum. Award paid...

In an effort to help college and/or graduate school students meet their educational costs, the Law Office of Ronald D. Weiss, P.C. is pleased to offer incoming and existing college and/or graduate school students an opportunity to win a total of $6,500. in prizes, twice per year. Every Spring and Fall we hold this Essay Contest and award three (3) prizes. The current prizes consist of a $3,500. 1st prize, a $2,000. 2nd prize and a $1,000. 3rd prize. The biannual scholarship and selection for the three (3) scholarship awards is based on an essay contest where the contestants take...

Each year, The Arc New York presents scholarships to individuals pursuing degrees in special education, physical or occupational therapy, or a field related to intellectual or other developmental disabilities. JAMES F. REVILLE SCHOLARSHIP -For full-time college students in a program related to the intellectual and developmental disability field such as behavioral sciences, social work, nursing, 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...

About the Scholarship: One $3,000 scholarship is presented annually. The scholarship is paid in installments of $1,500.00 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. Arthur W. Pense, NYS Assistant Commissioner of Mental Hygiene from April 1, 1944 to April 15, 1961. As Assistant Commissioner, Dr. Pense was responsible for programs provided to people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities through the state of New York. Dr. Pense was widely recognized as an outstanding...

To help a student whose parent has recently died from cancer — or who is undergoing cancer treatment — remain in school and obtain a bachelor's degree. This need-based scholarship provides support when family finances experience a drastic change due to medical bills or reduced income as a result of cancer.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $3,000; may be split between two or three recipients. Award paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Minimum award $1,000.Allowed Use of AwardAwards may be used for tuition,...

This scholarship has been established in memory of those young men and women in college who aspire to think “creatively and unconventionally” in the 21st century.This need-based award provides tuition assistance for high school students with financial need who are residents of Monroe County, are of diverse ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds, and are planning to attend a two-year community college in Western New York.Application PeriodNovember 1 to February 1Number and Size of AwardsOne award of $2,500; paid in one-half the total award in both the Fall and Spring semesters.Allowed Use of AwardAwards may be used for tuition, fees, books,...

In addition to supporting the national AAUW Educational Funds, the branch provides its own Adirondack Branch Memorial Scholarships. Through the years, contributions to the fund have been received to honor the memory of various members who have passed away. The Branch awarded a $1500 scholarship to each of two recipients for the 2023-24 academic year.Besides offering a scholarship for study at any level of college, we have established a separate scholarship for a SUNY Adirondack student.For the 2024-25 academic year, we are also offering a one-time scholarship for an area student studying in the field of nursing, in memory of...