New York Scholarships for High School and College Students

Introduction The Honorable William Conner Writing Competition honors outstanding legal scholarship produced by law students and is presented each year at the NYIPLA Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner. Awards and Deadline The first-place entry will receive a $3,000 cash prize; the runner-up will receive $2,000. All submissions must be received by March 6, 2026. Eligibility 1. Entrants must be currently enrolled in a J.D. or LL.M. program (day or evening) at an accredited United States law school, with an expected graduation date later than March 6, 2026. Subject Matter 2. Papers must address intellectual property law—examples include patents, trademarks, copyrights,...

Intro The CRCF scholarship application portal will open on January 27. Students can submit applications through the portal linked below. The portal will include the following scholarship options: Available scholarships - Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation Universal Application (Common Application covering most CRCF-managed awards) - Jonathan Teuscher Scholarship Application - Sondra J. Fox Scholarship - Leadership Cattaraugus Scholarship - Ratana Ratanawongsa Scholarship - Maureen Curry Inspiration Scholarship - Southern Tier Military Scholarship Continuing students and CRCF committee members may also access the same scholarship portal. Eligibility and scholarship details A downloadable, sortable table listing every available scholarship and its eligibility criteria...

Introduction This scholarship provides financial assistance for education-related expenses to eligible children of fallen or disabled first responders and military service members. Awards support study at accredited trade schools, colleges, or universities and may be applied to programs at the trade, undergraduate, or graduate level. Permitted Uses of Funds - Tuition for in-state or out-of-state programs - Room and board - Required textbooks and course materials - Necessary equipment and other academic expenses Who is Eligible Applicants must meet all of the following: - Be a child of a fallen first responder or military service member, OR a child of...

Press Club of Long Island — Scholarships and Awards Overview The Press Club of Long Island annually grants several scholarships, which are presented at the PCLI Media Awards dinner. Available Scholarships 1) College Journalism Scholarship - Award: $1,000. - Who is eligible: College students who attend a Long Island college, or Long Island residents who are enrolled in college elsewhere. - Nomination: Must be submitted by the student’s adviser, editor, station manager or professor and should describe the nominee’s qualifications. - Materials required: Three examples of the nominee’s work plus a short essay by the student outlining their journalism goals....

Introduction The Community Foundation uses a single “universal application” so applicants complete one form to be considered for more than 30 scholarships. This streamlines the process and may qualify you for multiple awards with a single submission. How to get started Access written and video tutorials here for step-by-step instructions on creating your account and filling out the universal application. Important: do not register with a school-issued/high school email address. If your application becomes eligible for a scholarship, communication will primarily be by email after graduation, so use a personal email account you will retain. Follow us and stay informed...

Introduction Supported by the Center for Architecture in partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this scholarship provides merit-based funding to students pursuing their first professional degree in architecture or a related design discipline at an accredited New York State institution. Selection emphasizes strong academic achievement combined with demonstrated financial need, which will be assessed according to the nominating school’s Financial Aid Officer guidelines. Award One or more scholarships of up to $5,000 will be granted. Purpose To assist deserving students working toward their first professional degree in architecture, design, engineering, planning, or related fields at accredited programs located...

Center for Architecture / AIA Scholarship — Reworded Summary Overview Supported jointly by the Center for Architecture and the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this merit-based scholarship is intended for students pursuing their first professional degree in architecture or a related design discipline at an accredited program located in New York State. School deans or program chairs may nominate up to two students from their institution. Nominees should demonstrate strong academic performance and documented financial need; financial eligibility will be assessed according to the nominating school’s Financial Aid Officer. Purpose Provide merit scholarships to deserving students working toward their first...

Introduction This merit-based scholarship awards architecture students who demonstrate both outstanding academic performance and financial need. Applicants must be officially nominated by the dean or chair of the architecture school where they are currently enrolled to be eligible to apply. Award - Multiple scholarships of up to $7,500 each are available. - Selected recipients may receive an Honor(s) award of up to $10,000. Purpose The grant is intended to help students pursuing their first professional architecture degree at a NAAB‑accredited school in New York State who show strong academics and documented financial need. Portfolios should present three projects and will...

New York State USBC Scholarship Application — Graduating High School Seniors (Class of 2026) Overview This scholarship opportunity is available to graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026) who plan to continue their education at an accredited post-secondary institution (college, university, vocational or technical school). Applicants must meet the eligibility rules and follow the application instructions below. Eligibility - Must be a graduating member of the Class of 2026. - Must have been accepted as a candidate to a post-secondary school (college, university, vocational or technical). - Must be an active member in good standing of a USBC Youth certified...

Introduction Dependents of union members may qualify to receive scholarships through both CSEA and AFSCME programs. Several additional awards are also offered by affiliated groups and local organizations. Eligibility Current eligible dependents of members may apply for the scholarships described below. Other scholarships can be found through Union Plus, CSEA Region 5, local unions and units, and many AFSCME affiliates. CSEA Scholarships - Annual awards: CSEA grants twenty-four (24) scholarships of $1,000 each under the Irving Flaumenbaum Memorial Scholarship and Thomas H. McDonough programs. - Additional awards: Pearl Insurance and MetLife each provide a one-time $2,500 scholarship (two separate awards)....

Introduction Understanding how difficult it can be to balance work and college, the Foundation provides scholarship support for students pursuing hospitality-related degrees. Awards are available to both full- and part-time students who either work at member properties, are dependents of employees at member properties, or attend a member school. Scholarship Awards and Payment - Full-time students: $1,500 per semester, up to $6,000 total. - Part-time students: $750 per semester, up to $6,000 total. - If a part-time recipient later changes status to full-time, the award amount will be adjusted to $1,500 per semester (still with a $6,000 maximum). - Special...

Introduction Since 2001 the WMGA Foundation has awarded scholarships to help young women pursue post‑secondary education. To date, more than 115 recipients have received financial support. Scholarship funds may be used toward tuition, room and board, incidental fees, and books. Awards are granted based on continued enrollment and verified financial need. Eligibility To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following: - Be a young woman who has shown an interest in or has an association with the game of golf. - Demonstrate financial need by providing copies of the FAFSA, the SAR (Student Aid Report), the applicant’s and...