Root-Tilden-Kern Public Interest Scholarships
$100,000
Overview The Root-Tilden-Kern Program is the country’s leading public service scholarship. Founded in 1951, it has a long record of producing influential public-interest lawyers. The award pays full tuition for three years of law school (awarded without regard to financial need) to exceptional candidates who demonstrate a clear commitment to careers in public service. In addition to tuition, recipients join a program that cultivates future leaders through targeted coursework, mentoring, and networking opportunities. Selection criteria and scope of public service Each annual cohort is chosen based on three factors: demonstrated commitment to public service, strong academic achievement, and leadership potential....
Overview The Root-Tilden-Kern Program is the country’s leading public service scholarship. Founded in 1951, it has a long record of producing influential public-interest lawyers. The award pays full tuition for three years of law school (awarded without regard to financial need) to exceptional candidates who demonstrate a clear commitment to careers in public service. In addition to tuition, recipients join a program that cultivates future leaders through targeted coursework, mentoring, and networking opportunities. Selection criteria and scope of public service Each annual cohort is chosen based on three factors: demonstrated commitment to public service, strong academic achievement, and leadership potential....
ACEC New York Scholarship Program
$10,000
Introduction To encourage the next generation of engineers, recognize outstanding students, and help New York retain promising talent, ACEC New York runs a statewide scholarship program. Launched in 2002, the council has awarded more than $1.4 million in scholarships to over 460 high-performing engineering students enrolled at colleges and universities across New York State. A short promotional video explaining the Scholarship Fund’s goals and impact is available on our site. Who may apply - The scholarship is offered each fall to students who are in their third year of a four-year program or their fourth year of a five-year program....
Introduction To encourage the next generation of engineers, recognize outstanding students, and help New York retain promising talent, ACEC New York runs a statewide scholarship program. Launched in 2002, the council has awarded more than $1.4 million in scholarships to over 460 high-performing engineering students enrolled at colleges and universities across New York State. A short promotional video explaining the Scholarship Fund’s goals and impact is available on our site. Who may apply - The scholarship is offered each fall to students who are in their third year of a four-year program or their fourth year of a five-year program....
Clark Foundation Scholarship
$5,000
The Clark Foundation Scholarship Program is a financial aid initiative aimed at assisting students from 12 school districts in New York State to pursue education beyond high school. This could be in the form of post-secondary programs at any recognized higher education institution. The scholarship is available to students from the following 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 its inception, The Clark Foundation Scholarship has supported over 14,800 eligible students in their post-secondary education. Each...
The Clark Foundation Scholarship Program is a financial aid initiative aimed at assisting students from 12 school districts in New York State to pursue education beyond high school. This could be in the form of post-secondary programs at any recognized higher education institution. The scholarship is available to students from the following 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 its inception, The Clark Foundation Scholarship has supported over 14,800 eligible students in their post-secondary education. Each...
Young Trailblazers Scholarship
$5,000
Overview
The LIVE OUT LOUD Young Trailblazers Scholarship supports LGBTQAI+ young people with demonstrated financial need who are preparing to continue their education. Awards are intended to help cover education-related costs for attendance at an accredited college, university, technical, vocational, or certification/licensing program. This year, Live Out Loud will grant scholarships of $5,000.00 each.
Key deadlines and timeline
- Application deadline: Monday, January 19th, 2026.
- Virtual interviews for selected finalists: scheduled during February and March 2026.
- Winners will be notified in the spring.
- Awards will be presented at Live Out Loud’s 25th Young Trailblazers Gala on May...
Overview
The LIVE OUT LOUD Young Trailblazers Scholarship supports LGBTQAI+ young people with demonstrated financial need who are preparing to continue their education. Awards are intended to help cover education-related costs for attendance at an accredited college, university, technical, vocational, or certification/licensing program. This year, Live Out Loud will grant scholarships of $5,000.00 each.
Key deadlines and timeline
- Application deadline: Monday, January 19th, 2026.
- Virtual interviews for selected finalists: scheduled during February and March 2026.
- Winners will be notified in the spring.
- Awards will be presented at Live Out Loud’s 25th Young Trailblazers Gala on May...
Islanders Children's Foundation Community Leadership Scholarship
$5,000
Overview
The Islanders Children’s Foundation is committed to being an active force in the community. As part of that work, the Foundation offers a scholarship for graduating high school seniors who have made a meaningful impact in their communities. This award honors students who exemplify hard work, perseverance, leadership, and active community involvement. Five (5) recipients will each receive $5,000.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be a Metropolitan New York (Metro NY) high school senior planning to enroll in a two- or four-year college or university after graduation
- Be goal-oriented with a clear plan for their future
- Demonstrate leadership...
Overview
The Islanders Children’s Foundation is committed to being an active force in the community. As part of that work, the Foundation offers a scholarship for graduating high school seniors who have made a meaningful impact in their communities. This award honors students who exemplify hard work, perseverance, leadership, and active community involvement. Five (5) recipients will each receive $5,000.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be a Metropolitan New York (Metro NY) high school senior planning to enroll in a two- or four-year college or university after graduation
- Be goal-oriented with a clear plan for their future
- Demonstrate leadership...
Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Scholarships
$44,200
Introduction If you are a high school senior or an adult residing in Upstate New York or Northern Pennsylvania, you may qualify for scholarships offered through the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes. Applications open on November 1, and most scholarship cycles have a deadline of February 1 of the same year. Purpose and who funds the awards Donors — including individuals, families, and businesses — create scholarship funds at the Foundation to help local residents pursue college degrees or develop vocational skills. Each scholarship has its own set of eligibility criteria, so please review the specific requirements...
Introduction If you are a high school senior or an adult residing in Upstate New York or Northern Pennsylvania, you may qualify for scholarships offered through the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes. Applications open on November 1, and most scholarship cycles have a deadline of February 1 of the same year. Purpose and who funds the awards Donors — including individuals, families, and businesses — create scholarship funds at the Foundation to help local residents pursue college degrees or develop vocational skills. Each scholarship has its own set of eligibility criteria, so please review the specific requirements...
ASLA-NY Equitable Public Urban Space Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction / Purpose
The New York Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA‑NY) created this scholarship to support the next generation of leaders working to make urban life more equitable, healthy, and enjoyable. ASLA‑NY’s jurisdiction includes the five boroughs of New York City plus Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island and Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, and Rockland counties.
Eligibility
- Enrollment: Open to currently enrolled undergraduate or master’s students studying landscape architecture at programs accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB) in the United States.
- Geographic connection: To qualify, either the student’s university must be...
Introduction / Purpose
The New York Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA‑NY) created this scholarship to support the next generation of leaders working to make urban life more equitable, healthy, and enjoyable. ASLA‑NY’s jurisdiction includes the five boroughs of New York City plus Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island and Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, and Rockland counties.
Eligibility
- Enrollment: Open to currently enrolled undergraduate or master’s students studying landscape architecture at programs accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB) in the United States.
- Geographic connection: To qualify, either the student’s university must be...
Susan A. Cowell Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
This scholarship supports academically strong, community-oriented high school graduates who are continuing their education—whether at a college, university, graduate program, or trade/technical school.
Application window
Applications are accepted November 1 through February 1.
Award amount and distribution
One recipient will receive a $1,000 award. The Community Foundation issues the funds to the recipient’s school in a single payment in the fall; the school will apply the amount evenly across the fall and spring semesters.
Permitted uses
Scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, textbooks, and other education-related expenses.
Who is eligible
Applicants must identify as members of the...
Overview
This scholarship supports academically strong, community-oriented high school graduates who are continuing their education—whether at a college, university, graduate program, or trade/technical school.
Application window
Applications are accepted November 1 through February 1.
Award amount and distribution
One recipient will receive a $1,000 award. The Community Foundation issues the funds to the recipient’s school in a single payment in the fall; the school will apply the amount evenly across the fall and spring semesters.
Permitted uses
Scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, textbooks, and other education-related expenses.
Who is eligible
Applicants must identify as members of the...
Vilas Scholarship
$128,000
Overview
The Vilas Scholarship supports U.S. (domestic) first-year students who plan to pursue a St. Lawrence University liberal arts education as preparation for careers in business. While recipients are encouraged toward business-related opportunities and networks, declaring a Business in the Liberal Arts major is not required.
History
Created in 1976 by the Bodman Foundation of New York City, the scholarship honors Homer A. Vilas, Class of 1913. Vilas was a prominent Wall Street financier, corporate director, and businessman who also gave generously to charitable organizations and his alma mater, St. Lawrence University.
Eligibility
- Open only to domestic (U.S.) first-year...
Overview
The Vilas Scholarship supports U.S. (domestic) first-year students who plan to pursue a St. Lawrence University liberal arts education as preparation for careers in business. While recipients are encouraged toward business-related opportunities and networks, declaring a Business in the Liberal Arts major is not required.
History
Created in 1976 by the Bodman Foundation of New York City, the scholarship honors Homer A. Vilas, Class of 1913. Vilas was a prominent Wall Street financier, corporate director, and businessman who also gave generously to charitable organizations and his alma mater, St. Lawrence University.
Eligibility
- Open only to domestic (U.S.) first-year...
Arthur W. Pense Scholarship
$3,000
Each year, The Arc New York grants scholarships and honors to individuals pursuing studies in special education, physical or occupational therapy, or other areas connected to intellectual and developmental disabilities—along with those who demonstrate exceptional dedication to advancing this field.
Scholarship specifics
- Award amount: $3,000 per recipient, granted annually to full-time Chapter employees who are continuing their education with the intent to contribute to services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Disbursement: The award is paid in two equal installments of $1,500, one installment per semester.
- Claim period: Funds must be used within four years from...
Each year, The Arc New York grants scholarships and honors to individuals pursuing studies in special education, physical or occupational therapy, or other areas connected to intellectual and developmental disabilities—along with those who demonstrate exceptional dedication to advancing this field.
Scholarship specifics
- Award amount: $3,000 per recipient, granted annually to full-time Chapter employees who are continuing their education with the intent to contribute to services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Disbursement: The award is paid in two equal installments of $1,500, one installment per semester.
- Claim period: Funds must be used within four years from...
James F. Reville Scholarship
$3,000
Overview
Each year two awards of $3,000 are made to college students pursuing careers connected to intellectual or other developmental disabilities. The prize is intended for individuals planning to work in fields such as behavioral sciences, social work, healthcare administration and management, psychology, or other related disciplines.
Award and Disbursement
- Amount: $3,000 per scholarship (two awarded annually).
- Payment schedule: Funds are distributed as $1,500 each semester for any academic year the recipient remains enrolled full-time.
- Claim period: Scholarship funds must be claimed within four years from the date the award is issued.
Who May Apply
Applicants must...
Overview
Each year two awards of $3,000 are made to college students pursuing careers connected to intellectual or other developmental disabilities. The prize is intended for individuals planning to work in fields such as behavioral sciences, social work, healthcare administration and management, psychology, or other related disciplines.
Award and Disbursement
- Amount: $3,000 per scholarship (two awarded annually).
- Payment schedule: Funds are distributed as $1,500 each semester for any academic year the recipient remains enrolled full-time.
- Claim period: Scholarship funds must be claimed within four years from the date the award is issued.
Who May Apply
Applicants must...
New York State Education Department Scholarships for Academic Excellence
$1,500
Overview
The Scholarships for Academic Excellence (SAE) are intended for high school students who are recognized as the top student(s) at their high school upon completion of their junior year. The award assists recipients in attending a college or university located in New York State.
2026 Awards (for the 2025–2026 academic year)
This notice describes SAE awards to be made in 2026 for the 2025–2026 academic year. Subject to the New York State Legislature appropriating funds during its 2026 session, a total of 8,000 scholarships will be granted: 2,000 awards of $1,500 each and 6,000 awards of $500 each.
Permitted...
Overview
The Scholarships for Academic Excellence (SAE) are intended for high school students who are recognized as the top student(s) at their high school upon completion of their junior year. The award assists recipients in attending a college or university located in New York State.
2026 Awards (for the 2025–2026 academic year)
This notice describes SAE awards to be made in 2026 for the 2025–2026 academic year. Subject to the New York State Legislature appropriating funds during its 2026 session, a total of 8,000 scholarships will be granted: 2,000 awards of $1,500 each and 6,000 awards of $500 each.
Permitted...
