This newsletter is a curated list of scholarships compiled by the Bellport High School Guidance Office as a service to the students and families of the South Country Central School District. This newsletter lists some scholarships in order of upcoming deadlines that students may apply for.

Due to the sheer number of scholarships offered, this is not an exhaustive list of available scholarship opportunities.

For a comprehensive guide to the many ways high school students may find and apply for scholarship opportunities, please visit our BHS Guidance Scholarship Guidebook.

For a list of significant, competitive, college-specific scholarships that you may request to be nominated for, please visit our Nomination Scholarships newsletter.

General:

Grades 11-12 - College Board BigFuture Scholarships

Grades 11-12 - Scholarship Directory for Non-Citizen and Undocumented Citizens

Grades 11-12 - FIRST Stem and/or Robotics Scholarships

Grade 12 - NYS Excelsior Scholarship

Grade 12 - NYS Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Incentive Program

Grade 12 - Senator Jose Peralta New York State DREAM Act

College Specific:

Grade 12 - Five Towns College HEOP

Grade 12 - Island Drafting and Technical Institute (IDTI) Scholarship

Grade 12 - Suffolk County Community College EOP

Grade 12 - Suffolk County Community College Honors Program

Grade 12 - Suffolk County Community College Scholarships

BTA members who have a high school senior this year heading to college or the military, please send the following to secondvp@bellportteachers.org:

1. Your name

2. Your building

3. Your child’s name

4. The name of your child’s high school

More detailed information will be sent to you later in the school year.

More detailed information will be sent to you later in the school year form Shannon Kulick.

If you are an economically disadvantaged senior in high school planning to apply to New York State public colleges, consider applying for Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) or Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge (SEEK) programs. Some private colleges offer similar Higher Education Opportunity (HEOP) programs. Use the links below to see if you you may qualify. You will need to indicate this when asked on your college applications.

There are many benefits to being selected for an EOP, SEEK, or HEOP program. EOP students may receive support services, such as academic, career, and personal counseling; tutoring and supplemental instruction. As part of a student's overall financial aid package, the EOP may provide financial assistance for non-tuition related expenses (e.g. books, supplies, etc.)

SUNY EOP - available at the public colleges in New York State

More info.

Apply here.

CUNY SEEK - available at the public colleges in New York City

More info.

Apply here.

New York State HEOP - available at select private colleges in New York State

More info.

Are you a low-income high school senior who has excelled academically, but feels that the nation’s best colleges are financially out of reach? The QuestBridge National College Match can be your pathway to a top college. Through this college and scholarship application process, you can apply for free to the nation’s best colleges and be considered for early admission and a full four-year scholarship.

Match Scholarship Recipients are granted early admission to one of QuestBridge's college partners with a full four-year scholarship, worth over $200,000. Our college partners use a combination of their own funds as well as state and federal aid to fund the scholarship. Please view each college partner's Financial Aid section for further details and see a glossary of financial aid terms.

The Match Scholarship is offered as part of a generous financial aid package provided by the college that covers the cost of attendance, including:

• Tuition and fees
• Room and board
• Books and supplies
• Travel expenses

All Match Scholarship packages:

• Have NO parental contribution
• Have NO student loans
• May contain a student contribution in the form of Federal work-study, summer work, or student savings

Eligibility:

Academically outstanding high school seniors from households earning less than $65,000 per year for a typical household of four.

Apply here.

This is not a scholarship. This is not a deadline. This is the first date college-bound seniors may begin to apply for the FAFSA.

The FAFSA is the number one way college-bound students may qualify for federal financial aid. Some colleges require that students complete the FAFSA before they may qualify for scholarships, therefore we are including this information here.

Students may list up to 10 colleges they are applying to on the FAFSA.

Apply here.

IF YOU ARE ONE OF THE 1.4 MILLION HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES ACROSS THE COUNTRY THAT EXCELS IN THE CLASSROOM, ON THE FIELD AND WITHIN YOUR COMMUNITY, APPLY NOW.

The Heisman High School Scholarship program is looking for all types of high-achieving seniors from more than 29,000 public and private high schools within the U.S. We consider young men and women who participate in a wide range of sports as well as school and community activities and a leader in school and in the community and serve as a role model for underclassman.

Apply here.

My name is Leonard Wright and I am a member of the Chi Rho Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated here in Suffolk County, NY. Our chapter is presenting an opportunity to give out multiple scholarship awards to any College-Bound High School Senior who will be or is attending an accredited college in the upcoming year (Summer/Fall 2023). The scholarship amount should be used to help the student with their tuition, textbooks, room & board, or any other important financial factor to help toward the start of their college education.

Please apply prior to our deadline of October 21, 2022. Scholarship applications

should be addressed to Bro. Leonard Wright or Joe Cruz of the Scholarship Committee. Send all applications to ChiRhochapter1965@gmail.com. All other details are listed on the application and can be found on our chapter website at https://chirhochapter.org/.

Thank you for your time and any questions please feel free to contact me at any time via email or at 240-413-7727.

2022 – 2023 High School Essay Submission Period

CONTESTANTS submit to area Chapters by: October 21, 2022

Essay Title: “A world crisis has caused a paradigm shift for health disparities and social justice; what are your suggestions for positive change?”

Sincerely,

Leonard W Wright III

Chi Rho Chapter Scholarship Committee

Apply here.

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 34th class in 2022, the Foundation has provided over 6,600 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $78 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

Apply here.

We want to reward you for your achievements. When you apply to Alfred State, you're eligible for up to $20,000 in merit-based awards over four years. Your tuition-free future is enhanced as these merit scholarships recognize your excellence and reduce your total cost. With our support, your lower cost for tuition, fees, food, and housing may suddenly make that degree a reality.

More info here.

Apply here.

The Park Scholarship is a four-year scholarship to NC State University awarded on the basis of outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

If you believe you’re qualified for the Park Scholarships based on our selection criteria of scholarship, leadership, service, and character, we welcome you to apply! The application processes for Park Scholarships and NC State undergraduate admissions are separate, so be sure to follow the instructions.

The deadline for NC State University Early Action admissions application and Park Scholarships application is November 1st.

The Park Scholarships program brings together students with outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Approximately one-third of Park Scholarships are designated for out-of-state students.

THE PARK SCHOLARSHIPS PROGRAM
is a four-year scholarship valued at $208,000 and covering:

• Tuition, fees, and room and board
• Books and personal expenses
• Enrichment grants to fund study abroad, research projects, service activities, conferences, and more
• Guaranteed invitation to join the University Honors Program

THE PARK EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

• Professional training in leadership, public speaking and business etiquette
• Educational trips, retreats, and seminars
• Faculty mentors and a network of more than 1,000 accomplished Park Scholarships alumni worldwide

NC State University is North Carolina’s preeminent research institution, with nationally renowned programs in engineering, veterinary medicine, textiles, statistics, design, linguistics, agriculture, business, and more.

Apply to NC State University here.

Apply for scholarship here.

You may apply to up to 5 SUNY colleges (four-year) for free at www.commonapp.org. In the dropdown menu to submit your applications for free, where it says "It is FREE APPLICATION WEEK with the State University of New York through November 6th! Would you like SUNY to pay your application fee?" just say Yes!

You may apply to Suffolk County Community College (two-year) for free at https://apply.sunysuffolk.edu/apply/

You may apply to Nassau Community College (two-year) for free at https://www.ncc.edu/admissions/freshman.shtml

IMPORTANT:

• Since SUNY is currently test optional, you are not required to submit your SAT or ACT scores to apply.
• To complete your college application, you must submit 1 pink sheet after you apply to each college at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe__thBZYrH38r-Nu2auX7AkBY7IxM9l4K7MwPqoHotvCA-zA/viewform
• To complete a four-year college application, you are required to complete the Request for Counselor Letter of Recommendation form. Please email your High School Counselor or stop by the Guidance Office if you need to fill out the form.
• Some four-year colleges require 1 or 2 Teacher Letters of Recommendation to apply. This information is listed on the college application. It is the student's responsibility to complete the Request for Teacher Letter of Recommendation form and ask their teacher for a letter. If you have already done so and want to check if the teacher has uploaded the letter to Naviance, please email your High School Counselor in the Guidance Office.

After 11/6/2022, SUNY will go back to charging their regular application fees. Take advantage of this great opportunity!

Apply now up to 5 four-year SUNY colleges for free

Apply now to Suffolk County Community College for free

Apply now to Nassau Community College for free

Have an innovative business idea? You could win a full tuition scholarship to Rider!

The Norm Brodsky Business Concept Competition is designed to recognize and promote exceptional effort, skill, and creativity among high school students. The winner of the senior pitch competition receives a four-year, full tuition scholarship to Rider University.

The competition is sponsored by Norm Brodsky ’64 and his wife, Elaine. Norm, a long-time entrepreneur who is the namesake of Rider’s Norm Brodsky College of Business, founded eight successful businesses including Citi Storage, the largest privately owned archive business in the country.

Apply here.

Founded by the Science Talent Search alumni and deeply committed to STEM education, Regeneron prioritizes the need to support young scientists who are generating ideas and solutions to address global challenges.

The Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS), a program of Society for Science, is the nation’s most prestigious pre-college science and mathematics competition. Established in 1942, it recognizes the best and brightest young scientists for demonstrating exceptional scientific leadership potential.

Each year, approximately 1,800 high school seniors enter the Regeneron STS. Three hundred Regeneron STS scholars are selected and they and their schools are awarded $2,000 each, totaling approximately $1.2 million in awards. From that pool of scholars, 40 finalists receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, DC, where they compete in a rigorous judging process for an additional $1.8 million in awards, with a top prize of $250,000.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Recipients will be selected for their accomplishments in the classroom, community, and for their excellence in various educational categories. Recipients will be celebrated at virtual ceremonies in the following categories:

• Business & Entrepreneurship

• Community Service

• Education

• Engineering

• Green Sustainability

• Healthcare & Science

• Media & Entertainment

• Public Service & Social Justice

• Sports & Fitness

• Technology

To be considered, students must meet the following criteria:

• Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2023

• Must have a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 7.5 on a 10.0 scale

• Must enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2023-2024

• Be of Hispanic heritage (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines)

• If selected, attendance at the virtual ceremony is mandatory

Apply here.

We invite high school students to join our free virtual college fair for the your Region of The United States this fall. Students can register starting a week before their fair! The students can log in any time during the week and get information from many colleges. There is a question and answer section for the students to get answers directly from college reps during the week. This service is completely free and we would love to have your school and students join. This is a great virtual resource. Every student that registers is entered to win a $300 scholarship.

Register here.

Emory University offers partial to full merit-based scholarships as part of the Emory University Scholar Programs. Scholar programs are more than just merit scholarships. They empower students through resources and support to reach their full potential and make an impact on the university, Atlanta, and the world beyond.

To be considered for any and all scholar programs, you must select one of the three admission decision plans (Early Decision I, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision) and submit all required application materials by November 15. (Those applying Early Decision I must apply by November 1.)

No additional nomination forms, essays, or materials are required to be considered.

More info.

Apply here.

Admission to Macaulay Honors College is highly selective. Macaulay offers all of its students a merit scholarship package that includes tuition, a laptop computer, Cultural Passport and access to the Opportunities Fund. Students who meet CUNY New York State residency requirements for in-state tuition have the opportunity to graduate free from tuition debt thanks to the tuition scholarship. It covers four years of undergraduate study excluding fees and expenses.

Students apply to Macaulay Honors College and enroll at one of eight CUNY senior colleges Baruch, Brooklyn, City, Hunter, John Jay, Lehman, Queens, or Staten Island.

More info.

Apply here.

The Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program is the largest undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation's best four-year colleges and universities. In addition to the monetary award, Cooke Scholars receive comprehensive educational advising, significant cohort-based programming, and graduate school funding, as well as a thriving network of over 2,800 fellow Cooke Scholars and alumni.

Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student's educational expenses including tuition, living expenses, books and required fees. Awards vary by individual, based on the cost of tuition as well as other grants or scholarships he or she may receive.

This highly competitive scholarship includes:

Up to $40,000 per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school

Ability to pursue any area of study

Personal advising about selecting a college and navigating financial aid

Multifaceted advising about how to transition to college and maximize the college student experience

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Senior standing Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2023.

Fall College Enrollment Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2023.

GPA Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.

Income Demonstrate unmet financial need. We will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000. Last year's cohort of new college scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $35,000.

More info.

Apply here.

Outstanding senior who demonstrates good citizenship (dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism). US citizenship is not required.

BHS may only submit an application from 1 student.

First, if you would like to be considered to write the essay and be entered to win this scholarship, please email Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office by 11/8/2022 at 2pm pmccallum@southcountry.org. We will email you back by 11/9/2022 if you are selected to apply and complete the essay.

Second, you will need to complete several parts of their required application (list of extracurricular activities and awards/honors, community service, future plans and career goals), which includes that you will write a brief statement of how you have tried to manifest the qualities of a good citizen (i.e. dependability, service, leadership, and/or patriotism).

Third, you will need 2 letters of recommendation (may only be from minister, employer, scout or 4-H leader, teacher, coach, music instructor, guidance counselor, or school administrator)

Finally, you will need to come in person to the BHS Guidance Office, bring your Chromebook with charger, and write a timed essay in under 2 hours under supervision. The essay question will be given to you upon arrival. The essay must be written on 1 date only without assistance or reference materials.

To be considered, email Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org no later than 11/8/2022 at 2pm with the email subject "DAR". In the email, explain in 1 sentence only why you are a good citizen (i.e. dependability, service, leadership, and/or patriotism).

We will email you back if you are selected to apply and write the essay.

Sophomores and juniors in New York schools can qualify for a $10,000 scholarship by completing a career quiz by November 30, 2022. There will be winners every month!

Apply here.

It’s National Scholarship Month! Are you ready to find free money?! From puppeteering to duck calling, to potato farming—there are scholarships out there that celebrate the amazing things that make you unique!

Scholarship Search helps students get personalized matches to knock thousands off college costs. Plus, you will have a chance to win one of five prize boxes dropping in November AND $1,000 just by registering!

Register for Sallie Mae Scholarship Search here.

This new scholarship program guides you through the college planning process and offers you a chance to earn money for college for each action you complete. $5 million in scholarships is awarded to thousands of students each year.

Visit cb.org/opportunity

Stony Brook's Simons STEM Scholars Program provides high-achieving, under-represented students interested in STEM the ability to pursue advanced degrees and endless opportunities.

Stony Brook is a national leader in STEM education. The Stony Brook Simon's STEM Scholars program offers its students opportunities including:

• Fully-funded educational costs
• Dedicated on-campus immersive community housing
• Real-world internship and research opportunities
• A fully-funded summer program for first-year students before classes begin
• Personalized academic and career advising
• Summer paid research opportunities
• Application support and preparation for graduate school

Complete this link and they will contact you with the next steps to apply for the scholarship.

We encourage students with outstanding academic records and strong leadership skills to apply to Boston University. We would love to consider you for a merit-based scholarship.

• Trustee Scholarship: Boston University's most prestigious full-tuition scholarship recognizes extraordinary academic performance and leadership ability. Students must submit one additional essay with their application for admission. Complete the Trustee Scholarship essay on the Common Application as part of your application to BU.
• Presidential Scholarship: This four-year, $25,000 scholarship is awarded to students with exceptional academic achievements. No additional application materials are required—all students need to do to be considered is apply for admission by the scholarship deadline.

More info.

Apply here.

The Mercy College Business Honors Program provides an Active Learning Experience for high-achieving Seniors.

All Business Honors students are eligible for merit-based financial scholarships that cover the majority of tuition for all four years.

If you are interested:

1. Fill out a quick form: https://form.jotform.com/222065773413150

2. Apply to Mercy College at www.commonapp.org

The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program at The University of Texas at Dallas is recruiting a new class! Your students with outstanding grades* and a proven passion for leadership and service might find their fit with us.

This full-ride scholarship includes tuition, stipends and enrichment resources, including study abroad funding. While a generous merit award, it is a serious commitment requiring students to excel academically and demonstrably contribute through leadership and service on campus and beyond.

Within our top-ranked public university, McDermott Scholars find community and dynamic peers, and a landscape of personal and professional growth opportunities.

Apply to the college at www.commonapp.org
Apply to the Collegium V Academic Honors Program

Complete the Application to McDermott Scholars Program which will be due early January 2023

Saint Louis University’s Presidential Scholarship is a four-year award for exemplary student leaders. This competitive award covers the full cost of tuition for eight consecutive full-time (up to 18 credit hours) fall and spring semesters.

More info.

Apply to the college here.

Then apply for the Presidential Scholarship here.

LEDA is looking for juniors in high school who want to be challenged academically, have demonstrated a commitment to their studies, have the desire to be a leader in their families, schools, and communities, and embody LEDA's core values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and community.

Applicants must be a junior attending a public high school in the U.S. graduating in 2024, a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have DACA Status, have an annual household income under $90,000, and a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Apply here.

Five Towns College is committed to helping Long Islanders through these difficult times. Our campus offers students an outstanding and personalized education that is close to home. U.S. News & World Report recognized Five Towns College as a Best College for Social Mobility in the Northern Region for 2022. We offer programs in Audio, Business, Film and Television, Interactive Media Arts, Mass Communication, Music Performance, Music Teacher Education and Theatre Arts which are integrated in technology.

Dedicated to providing Long Islanders with a small college option, this scholarship is available to any high school graduate who is academically meritorious, has financial need, and who seeks to earn a bachelor’s degree at Five Towns College. We recognize our strong role as a partner in educating Long Islanders. The L. I. Superintendent’s Scholarship reflects that in a large way.

Five Towns College will review submissions and will select at least one graduating senior from Bellport High School to receive this prestigious award. This award may cover up to half the annual cost of tuition.

Request nomination here.

The North Bellport Strong Award that the Brookhaven Landfill Action & Remediation Group (BLARG) is being offered to 11th and 12th grade students in the South Country Central School District. This is a 500 dollar monetary award to support students in the community to achieve positive goals. The application is simple and straightforward.

What does North Bellport Strong mean to you? This fall, BLARG* is giving out $500 to one high school student from North Bellport who submits a creative response to the question: what does North Bellport Strong mean to you? You may write an essay or a poem, submit a video, record yourself singing a song or doing a dance, spoken word etc. All forms of creative expression are welcomed!

All student submissions will be reviewed by North Bellport residents in BLARG and may be featured on BLARG social media, with the permission of the creator!

Share your talents and ideas!

Apply here.

The Mercy Scholars Program rewards qualified high school students with full tuition, fees and book support for all four years of college, as well as other benefits like specialized mentorship, and priority class registration. Eligibility includes students who have an 85 or better and have financial need.

For more info, click here.

Apply to the college here.

Then complete the Mercy Scholars Application here.

Equitable Foundation has established the Equitable Excellence℠ Scholarship Program to assist high school seniors who are planning to continue their education at a two- or four-year college in the United States by Fall 2023.

Applicants to the Equitable Excellence Scholarship Program must:

• Be United States citizens or legal residents living or claiming residency in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.
• Be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States by Fall 2023.
• Demonstrate ambition and self-drive to be a force for good in school, community or work activities
• Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in program promotion and information.

Apply here.

UB offers merit-based scholarships, athletic scholarships and scholarships established by alumni and friends of the university. No additional application is needed.

The University Honors College manages the Presidential Scholarship, which requires a separate application. Two to three days after submission, you will receive an email from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions with instructions for logging into the applicant status website for UB. Once you have received your login information, you can then apply for the Presidential Scholarship.

More info.

Apply here.

Delta Beta Zeta Scholarships:

The purpose of the various Delta Beta Zeta scholarships is provide financial assistance to deserving female high school seniors of color intending to pursue a course of study at an accredited college or university. Awardees will receive scholarships after proof of attendance has been submitted.

1. The Rhoda Nixon Community Service Scholarship. This scholarship will be given to a young lady who has extensive documented community service and attends high school in Brooklyn, NY Queens, NY. Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Applicants for this scholarship must provide letters from at least three sources who can accurately document various service activities the applicant has participated in during her high school years. There is no academic requirement for this scholarship.

2. The Catharyn DeKine Scholarship. Applicants for this scholarship must have a minimum weighted average of 80% or a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in all science subjects and an overall weighted average must be at least 80% or a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must plan to major in an aspect of science (Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Toxicology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Marine Biology, Biotechnology, Astronomy, Astrophysics, etc.) in college. The applicant must submit an essay of no less that 600-words which display leadership and a passion for the career in the sciences. The successful applicant will also have at least 20 hours of community service, and attend high school in Nassau & Suffolk Counties, Brooklyn, NY and Queens, NY.

3. The Andrea Hill Scholarship. This scholarship is open to Special Education students who have been accepted into a four-year institute of higher learning. Applicants must provide recommendations from at least two teachers and have an overall average of at least 75% or a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must attend high school in Nassau & Suffolk Counties, Queens, NY, and Brooklyn, NY.

4. The Delta Beta Zeta Academic Incentive Awards. These are four scholarships offered to young ladies whose academic average for four years is between 75% and 84%.

Criteria and eligibility:

1. Applicant must attend one of the high schools, public or private, within the borough of Queens, and Brooklyn, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.

2. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in either January 2023 or June of 2023.

3. Applicant must meet the grade average required for specific scholarship.

4. Applicant must demonstrate community involvement, overall academic growth and achievement, and the desire to attend and succeed in college.

Apply here.

Seniors who:

Have an 85 or higher GPA

Plan to attend college fall 2023

Demonstrate the ability to overcome adversity

Apply here.

For the fifth consecutive year, tuition will remain unchanged for undergraduates in the 2023/2024 academic year. In addition to another 0% tuition increase:

• Every undergraduate will receive a scholarship that covers 50% of tuition.
• More than 45% of Cooper undergraduates will receive scholarships that cover 100% of their tuition.
• For the 2023/24 academic year, the average amount of tuition covered by scholarships for undergraduates will be roughly 80%.
• We will make modest changes to housing and other fees with increases around 3%. (See details here.)

We will also continue to invest in our academic programs and spaces including the expanded Center for Writing and Learning; revitalized Library space and programming; the Albert Nerken School of Engineering’s new center for student success; the IDC Foundation Art, Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (AACE) Lab; the Benjamin Menschel Civic Projects Lab for cross-disciplinary collaborations in the public interest; a new photo lab in the School of Art; new humanities and social sciences minors integrated into every school; new minors including bioengineering and computer science in the School of Engineering; and the continued expansion of exciting institutional collaborations and relationships like The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture’s model-making program with the Museum of Modern Art.

Our commitment to accessibility and affordability is resolute for both the short and long term.

Apply here.

New York Credit Union Scholarship

The New York Credit Union Association awards scholarships to be paid jointly to the student and educational institution. There will be no exceptions. The Funds may be used towards tuition, room and board, books, school supplies, etc.

The applicant must be a member in good standing of a participating New York credit union who meets all of the following criteria:

• The member is a college-bound high school senior at the time of application.

• The member is attending college for the first time in the fall of 2023.

• The member will be enrolled in either a two- or four-year accredited educational institution.

• The member agrees to use any scholarship funds awarded by January 31, 2024, at an
accredited educational institution only.

Apply here.

The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans.

RBSP competitively awards 45 – 50 four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship – the four pillars of the late Ronald H. Brown’s mission to uplift people of all races, cultures and ethnicities – especially our disadvantaged youth.

Recipients may use the renewable scholarships to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice within the United States. Ron Brown scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue any academic discipline. Since the Program’s inception in 1996, more than 450 students have been designated as Ron Brown Scholars.

Applicants for the Ron Brown Scholarship MUST be Black/African American, US citizens or permanent residents, and a current high school senior at the time of their application.

Apply here.

The Jackie Robinson Foundation prides itself on its diverse pool of Scholars, and uses the U.S. Census Bureau definition of minority. If you feel that you are part of a minority group, we encourage you to apply.

To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:

Be a graduating high school senior;

Plan to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution within the United States;

Show leadership potential;

Demonstrate a dedication to community service;

Present evidence of financial need;

Be a United States citizen;

Have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21;

Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4 year College when applying for the scholarship

Apply here.

the Live Más Scholarship from the Taco Bell Foundation! The application is a simple, two-minute video where students explain a passion they have. No grades required!

How Students Can Apply:

• Must be 16 years or older
• Head over to the Live Más Scholarship website to start the application with some background questions.
• Film a short video explaining your passion and how you're pursuing it! (No tech skills required. You can even use a phone.)
• Submit your application to be considered for scholarships up to $25,000!

Apply here.

Did you see that Bezos Scholars Program applications are open? This year-long leadership development program is open to juniors along with a school staff member they nominate to be their educator.

The program kicks off with virtual community building in May and then an all-expenses-paid experience for the student and educator at the Aspen Ideas Festival. While there, Scholars learn from inspiring global leaders while experiencing all Aspen has to offer and building lasting friendships with their cohort.

During the following school year, Scholars receive ongoing mentorship, leadership development, free college advising and $1,000 in funding to launch a community change project to make a difference in their hometowns.

To be eligible to apply U.S. students must:

• Be a junior at the time they apply and attend an eligible public high school that currently has a 30% or greater overall free and reduced lunch rate. See here for a list of current ineligible schools.
  
• Be enrolled in or have taken during their high school career, one or more honors, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or college-level course.
  
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have received DACA status.
  
• Be available to fully participate in the year-long program and attend all dates for the Aspen Ideas Festival trip in Aspen, Colorado June 23 – June 29, 2023.
  
• Nominate an educator, a willing and supportive adult from their school to serve as a mentor, who will fully participate in the program with them.

Scholars are united by a shared passion for making a difference and successful applicants are committed to their learning and demonstrate maturity, curiosity, perseverance, and leadership.

• The Program Information Sheet and the Student Flyer.

More info and to apply.

For seniors interested in applying to St. John Fisher University in Rochester, NY for their School of:

• Arts & Education
• Business
• Pharmacy
• or Nursing

St. John Fisher University also offers NCAA Division III athletic teams. Since 2000, St. John Fisher University has been home to the Buffalo Bills' NFL summer training camp.

AUTOMATIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

All freshman applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships without regard to financial eligibility. Most merit scholarships range from $7,500 to $19,000 per year.

AUTOMATIC SUFFOLK COUNTY RESIDENTS FLOWER CITY SCHOLARSHIP

All students are are residents of Suffolk County will automatically receive a Flower City Award of $5,000 per year just by being accepted to the college. This award may be combined with any other scholarships for which a student qualifies.

FIRST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION - 1/2 tuition yearly plus room and board

The First Generation Scholarship provides financial and academic assistance to students with a high degree of motivation and academic potential whose parents did not graduate from college. Recipients receive yearly awards of one-half the total cost of tuition, and room and board for resident students.

SERVICE SCHOLARS APPLICATION - 1/2 tuition yearly plus room and board

The Service Scholars Program recognizes high school seniors who demonstrate an ongoing interest in serving others through community service. Recipients receive yearly awards equaling one-half the total cost of tuition, and room and board for resident students.

Apply to the college for free at www.commonapp.org

Gettysburg College has increased the value of our merit scholarships for students entering the College in Fall 2023!

These increases to the merit scholarships are in recognition of the exceptional academic and extracurricular achievements of our prospective students, and stand as a reinforcement of Gettysburg College's commitment to providing an affordable education to outstanding students from all backgrounds.

Below are the annual values of the increased merit scholarships offered by Gettysburg College:

• Eisenhower Scholarship: $43,000 annually
• Abraham Lincoln Scholarship: $39,000 annually
• Presidential Scholarship: $36,000 annually
• David Wills Scholarship: $33,000 annually
• 1832 Founders Scholarship: $27,000 annually

To be considered for these scholarships, students should submit the Common Application to Gettysburg College. The Eisenhower Scholarship is the only one of these scholarships that requires an additional application.

More info.

Apply here.

Additional application for Eisenhower Scholarship only.

Calling all musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25!

Each year outstanding young musicians from around the world receive the VSA International Young Musicians Award, $2,000, and the opportunity to participate in professional development and performance opportunities provided by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.

This program is open to U.S. and international musicians and ensembles of any genre or instrument, including voice. Multiple winners will be selected by a panel of music professionals.

Q: What qualifies as a disability?

A: Disability is a broad umbrella that covers a variety of lived experiences. Eligible young musicians may have visible, physical, and/or sensory conditions, as well as less visible conditions like anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness/pain, PTSD, dyslexia, neurodivergence, and more. Review definitions of disability associated with the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act.

Apply here.

Offers awards to qualified students of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage.

• Be able to describe your ethnicity, heritage, or ancestry in relation to the countries, territories, or lands in Asia or the Pacific Islands
• Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply
• Be enrolling or continuing as a degree-seeking undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in Fall 2023
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted), or equivalent, or have earned a GED
• Must apply for federal financial aid for the 2023-2024 academic year using the Free Application for the Federal Student Aid (FASFA) by early April 2023

Apply here.

STAC offers academic and merit scholarships for new freshmen. They also offer an Honors Program Scholarship.

STAC will provide fee waivers to apply. Email Ms. Kristen Domeischel, Assistant Director of Admissions at St. Thomas Aquinas College at kdomeisc@stac.edu to request a fee waiver.

More info.

Apply here.

Each applicant must meet the following criteria to be considered for the Mid-Island Club Scholarship Awards.

1. Applicant (male or female) must be of African American heritage

2. Applicant must have minimum cumulative average of 80%

3. Applicant must attend a Suffolk County school.

4. Applicant must have submitted applications for admission to colleges/universities.

5. Applicant must submit a Mid-Island Scholarship Award application, an official transcript (which includes first quarter senior grades) and two letters of recommendations: one must be from his/her guidance counselor.

6. Applicant must be available for an in person or virtual interview with the scholarship committee.

7. Applicant must submit no less than 250-word essay about themselves and why they believe they are deserving of the scholarship.

8. Must participate in an in person or virtual Interview. Our Annual Founders Day Luncheon are normally held in April.

9. Applicant must confirm at interview that they will be available to attend the Luncheon.

10. Applicant must attend Mid-Island Club’s Luncheon to receive the award.

Application may be found in Naviance or by contacting Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office for this application at pmccallum@southcountry.org

Students and parents can still enter to win $5,000 to help pay for college. No essay required. No purchase or loan necessary to enter or win. See Official Rules for details.

Apply here.

The Princeton Prize in Race Relations has honored more than 1,800 high school students who have worked to advance racial equity in their communities. We have listened, learned, and continue to learn, so much from the efforts of these young leaders as they advocate for and amplify the voices and lives of those who have been marginalized for far too long. They give us hope and are a reminder that each of us has the power to make a difference through important conversations, advocacy, and allyship.

The Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR) recognizes and rewards high school students who, through their volunteer activities, have undertaken significant efforts to advance racial equity and understanding in their schools or communities.

Apply here.

Lehigh’s Soaring Together Scholarship Program provides full-tuition merit scholarships—along with experiential learning opportunities, alumni support and career and professional development—in celebration of 50 years of Lehigh women and coeducation at Lehigh. The goal of the program is to provide recipients with an unprecedented level of support while advancing gender equity, and we anticipate 50 Soaring Together Scholars across all class years.

These scholarships will be awarded to a select number of incoming Lehigh students each year who excel academically, and demonstrate their interest and commitment to advancing gender equity. First-year applicants to Lehigh are eligible to apply for the scholarship, beginning with those entering Fall 2023.

Apply to Lehigh University here.

Apply for the scholarship here.

Recipients of the Yale Bassett Award for Community Engagement will demonstrate a record of creative leadership and public service, academic distinction, interdisciplinary problem solving, and experience addressing societal issues that might include, but need not be limited to, race and racism. Students with non-traditional leadership experiences or significant work experiences are also encouraged to apply.

To be considered for the Yale Bassett Award, interested students in the Class of 2024 should submit an application that will include an account of their relevant experiences and aspirations, academic record, extracurricular commitments and leadership positions. Students will also be asked to identify a teacher, mentor, coach, religious leader, community-based non-profit leader, or community member who can provide them a letter of recommendation.

Apply here.

The College of Engineering is pleased to announce the following merit scholarship opportunity:

The Geisinger Scholarship Program

During his lifetime, Joseph M. Geisinger created a trust fund to provide

support to forward the careers of students pursuing degrees in

engineering at the University of Michigan.

Scholarships will be awarded to first-year students admitted to the

College of Engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor for the

2023-2024 academic year.

Recipients must be enrolled full-time at the University of Michigan and pursuing an undergraduate degree program in engineering.

Scholarship support is awarded for four years of undergraduate study or through graduation, whichever is less; annual renewal is contingent on satisfactory academic progress and maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Apply to the University of Michigan here.

Apply to the scholarship here.

Eligibility:

• Must be of Hispanic heritage
• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students
• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the U.S., for the 2023-2024 academic year
• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

About HSF:
HSF empowers families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional students as possible.

Founded in 1975, HSF has awarded over $708 million in scholarships. HSF Scholars have access to valuable Scholar Support Services and, as funding permits, scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000.

Additional Important information:

• It takes an average of 30 minutes for students to complete Phase I of the 2023 HSF Scholar Program Application
• No essays, recommendations, or document uploads are required in Phase I
• To get started, visit HSF.net and log into or create your myHSF profile to access the HSF Scholar Program Application

Apply here.

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was founded on the ideals of Manly Deeds, Scholarship and Love for All Mankind on the campus of Cornell University in 1906. We are proud of your accomplishments throughout your academic journey and we hope your senior year is extraordinary. In honor of one of our founding ideals, the Eta Theta Lambda Chapter sponsors a scholarship award program based on academic achievement, desire, and persistence. The scholarship is open to African American and Hispanic/Latinx young men, who are spring 2023 graduating seniors, and plan to attend a University/College on a full-time basis for the 2023- 2024 academic year.

Recipients of the scholarship will be required to provide proof of college acceptance and enrollment for the Fall 2023 academic semester. Scholarship awards will be provided directly to recipients on behalf of the Eta Theta Lambda Chapter. Recipients will receive an award of $1,000.

Click this link ( https://z5itfoio.paperform.co/ ) to submit your application. You must complete the application in one sitting, as your responses will not be saved. To be considered for an award you must have a minimum equivalent cumulative grade point average of 80% (verified by school transcript), a submitted Teacher Recommendation Form, and an essay on an assigned topic. Award finalists will be interviewed by a panel of award administrators. The deadline for submission of a complete application is February 17, 2023.

Apply here.

The McDonald's HACER National Scholarship Program will offer scholarships to up to 30 outstanding Hispanic students from all over the country. Funds are aimed to help recipients finance their college tuition, and there are three tiers. Tier 1 recipients will be awarded up to $100,000. Tier 2 recipients will receive $20,000 or $10,000 and Tier 3 recipients will receive $5,000. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievement, community involvement, personal statement and financial need. To date, more than $33 million in McDonald’s HACER National Scholarships have been awarded to Hispanic students across the country.

Check out the requirements below to find out if the McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship is right for you:

• You’re a high school senior
• You’re a legal U.S. resident or a DREAMer/DACA recipient
• You’re younger than 21 years old
• You carry a minimum 2.8 GPA
• You’re eligible to attend a two- or four-year college or university with a full-time course of study
• You’ll disclose other scholarship programs that you’ve applied for
• You’ll enroll and attend an accredited institution in the academic year after your selection (verification needed, as scholarship funds are paid directly to the schools)
• You have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage

Apply here.

The Sigma Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® in partnership with Sisters Providing Opportunities Charitable Alliance, Incorporated invites High School Seniors to apply for a one-time Sigma Psi Omega College Bound Book Award Scholarship. Successful candidates must demonstrate academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability and participate in community service activities. Selected students will be asked to attend an interview. Awarded recipients may use the academic based scholarship to help offset expenses related to books and/or other materials needed during their first-year attendance at a four-year college or university.

Students applying for the Sigma Psi Omega College Bound Book Award Scholarship must meet the following criteria:

• Applicant must be a high school senior residing in Nassau or Suffolk County.

• Applicant must be a member of the African American diaspora.

• Applicant must enroll in a full-time undergraduate program no later than the fall immediately following their graduation from high school.

Sigma Psi Omega College Bound Selection Process:

• Cumulative Grade Point Average of 85 or better.

• School and community involvement.

• Demonstrates leadership ability.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Please contact Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office for this application at pmccallum@southcountry.org

For your state, undocumented students can apply to the National Scholarship.

The National Scholarship for first-time college students or community college graduates to attend a Partner College in their state. The National Scholarship is for tuition and fees up to $16,500 for an associate's degree and $33,000 for a bachelor's degree.

Apply here.

Nassau Community College is happy to announce the iAM Nassau Community College-Hofstra University Scholarship opportunity for new STEM students. The iAM NCC-HU program is an NSF (National Science Foundation) funded program for Pell-eligible students who have been accepted into one of five STEM (Biology, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Liberal Arts and Science-Math and Science, Math) AS degrees at Nassau Community College and plan to transfer to one of 25 STEM majors at Hofstra University.

The program provides scholarship support; participation in a summer undergraduate research project; support to accelerate math placement; membership in the iAM NCC-HU student club; as well as individualized course and program advisement, career and transfer mentoring, and student support services.

How to apply for this scholarship:

• Have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 or 80%
• Apply and be admitted to Nassau Community College in one of five STEM (Biology, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Liberal Arts and Science-Math and Science, Math) AS degrees at NCC and plan to transfer to one of 25 STEM majors at Hofstra University
• Complete the Bellport High School pink sheet
• Submit the 2023-2024 Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) with Nassau Community College's code (002873)
• Complete The NCC iAM NCC-HU Scholarship Application.

All scholarship applications must be submitted by March 1, 2023.

If you have any questions regarding the iAM NCC-HU Scholarship, email Professor Jacqueline Lee at Jacqueline.lee@ncc.edu.

The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides scholarships to eligible children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen, Chaplains, and Religious Program Specialists. Scholarships are for children pursuing a post-secondary education at any accredited school--whether that be a trade school, career training school, community college, or four-year university. Scholarships are also available for CTE non-degree certificate programs. For more information regarding the Career and Technical Education Program, please refer to the CTE brochure.

All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements.

Apply here.

DAR Colonel Josiah Smith Child of a Veteran Scholarship

• Senior who is a child or stepchild of a parent or legal guardian who is presently serving or retired from any branch of the US military
• Average shall be at least 75 and not more than 90
• Demonstrate initiative and determination by bring accepted for admission into a 2 or 4 year college or university with a degree program
• Graduating senior

DAR Colonel Josiah Smith Scholarship

• Senior with an average between 75 and not more than 90
• Demonstrates initiative and determination by being accepted for admission into a 2 or 4 year college or university with a degree program
• Graduating senior

The application may be found in your Naviance account (access Naviance via www.clever.com) or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org

The Bellport HS Application for Local Scholarships and Awards is now available. Complete one form to be considered for multiple local scholarships. You must apply online using the Google Form to be considered.

Apply here.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization, whose purpose is to provide assistance and

support through established programs in local communities throughout the world. We are deeply concerned about

the educational and financial needs of African American students in Suffolk County.

This scholarship is for students who are African American or of African

Heritage in the Class of 2023 (male or female), that are eligible to apply for our Suffolk County Alumnae

Chapter Memorial Scholarship.

Students should meet the following criteria:

• African American or of African Heritage

• Suffolk County resident

• Graduating from high school in 2023

• 3.0 cumulative average or higher on a 4.0 scale

• Participation in extra-curriculum activities, community service, and leadership qualities

• Plans to attend college for the next academic year

Apply here.

Teachers Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Teachers is proud to offer the Teachers Federal Credit Union Scholarship to support student members embarking on their journey of continuous learning and success. Founded by a group of educators, Teachers continues to reinforce its commitment to education and ensure that more students have the resources to reach their academic goals. This scholarship is awarded annually to ten graduating high school seniors.

To be eligible, the student must be:

• Graduating from high school in Spring 2023

• GPA of at least 3.5

• Attending an accredited college in Fall 2023

• A member in good standing with a savings and checking account

Robert G. Allen Scholarship

The Robert G. Allen Scholarship honors the former CEO of Teachers and is dedicated to his years of service to the organization. This scholarship is awarded annually to five students who are attending an accredited college or university as a full-time student within Nassau and Suffolk County on Long Island.

To be eligible, the student must be:

• Graduating from high school in Spring 2023

• GPA of at least 3.5

• Attending an accredited college, located in Nassau or Suffolk County in Fall 2023

• A member in good standing with a savings and checking account

Apply here.

FASNY HELP - full tuition scholarship at New York State colleges

In most areas of New York State, it is citizen volunteers who respond to emergency situations. Due to a variety of factors, New York’s volunteer fire departments are currently experiencing a critical need to recruit and retain members.

As an incentive for individuals to serve in New York’s volunteer fire service, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) has developed the Higher Education Learning Plan (FASNY HELP). This program will provide tuition reimbursement to student-volunteers attending a New York State college or who are taking online courses through Empire State College. Participants must be providing active service to a New York State Volunteer Fire Department while attending school.

FASNY HELP “Student-Volunteers” are eligible to have up to 100% of their tuition reimbursed (with any single semester award not to exceed $1500.00) in exchange for maintaining defined grades and fulfilling established service requirements in one of New York’s volunteer fire companies. There is no restriction on the type of academic course(s) the FASNY HELP student-volunteer can pursue. To participate in FASNY HELP you must be an active volunteer firefighter in good standing. Student-volunteers must re-apply each semester they wish to participate in FASNY HELP.

Apply for FASNY HELP here.

GERARD J. BUCKENMEYER MEMORIAL FASNY VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP - the Firefighters Association of the State of New York will award 25 $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors entering college

The Gerard J. Buckenmeyer Memorial FASNY Volunteer Scholarship program is made possible each June through the generous donations of individuals, fire departments and auxiliaries. The awards recognize exemplary members of the youth fire service who also contribute to their communities.

Apply for GERARD J. BUCKENMEYER MEMORIAL FASNY VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP here.

To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States

Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor's degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)

Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)

Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities

Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and

Be a United States citizen

Apply here.

The Scholarship is aimed at College and Trade School bound graduating High School Seniors, who have experienced and overcome adversity while reaching for and achieving great scholarly and societal accomplishments.

It is with great excitement that Forward Motion Life Success, Inc., a nonprofit organization focused on educating, motivating, and empowering the youth, introduces the Dorna Titus Future Leaders Scholarship. For the 2022-2023 school year, the scholarship will award a onetime $1000 scholarship to two (2) awardees. The application for the scholarship can be viewed and submitted through the www.forwardmotionlifesuccess.org web page. The criterion for the award is listed below.

Applicants must be New York State high school seniors and meet the following criteria:

• African American, Caribbean American, or Hispanic descent seniors who have overcome adversity and obstacles while helping others, thereby creating a positive outcome through negative circumstances.

• Minimum GPA of 3.3 and plan to attend a 2- or 4-year college or technical school.

• Guidance Counselor of finalist will be contacted to attest applicant meets criteria for scholarship program. Application deadline is March 15, 2023. Late applications will not be accepted.

• Scholarship awardees will be notified by June 2, 2023 and funds will be submitted to the school by the end of August 2023 for the fall semester of the student’s first year. Funds will be applied directly to student’s account at chosen college/technical school and not to the student.

• Forward Motion Life Success, Inc., may, at its discretion, hold a Scholarship Dance/Reception in Baldwin, New York in August 2023. If held, awardees will be provided two (2) complimentary tickets to the event, and the awardees will receive the scholarship certificate at the event, and as a condition of the Scholarship must attend to receive the award (tickets provided).

• The student must submit an invoice for the fall semester’s tuition, fees, student ID number, and college information to Forward Motion Life-Success, Inc., at the time of notification of award.

Apply here.

The Board of Trustees of the New York Schools Insurance Foundation and the Board of Governors of the New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal are pleased to announce that we are once again offering the Cristin Bambino, Paul Jensen and Joseph Goncalves scholarship awards for the coming year. These scholarships are for college bound students from NYSIR subscribing districts only. Criteria are outlined in the accompanying pages. A committee will review all applications and the scholarships will be presented at our annual meeting in May.

• The Cristin Ann Bambino scholarship is available to a special education student who is college bound. It will be awarded on a regional basis with one statewide award. Seven regional winners will receive a $3,000 award, one second prize winner will receive a $4,000 award and one statewide winner will receive a $5,000 award. The regional scholarships will be awarded locally and the $5,000 scholarship will be given at our annual meeting in May.

• The Paul Jensen scholarship is available to a student who demonstrates an involvement and work for a cause or organization that promotes social justice, equal opportunity, relief of human suffering or other aspiration generally understood to be within the meaning of humanitarian activity throughout their high school career. It will be awarded to two individuals on a statewide basis. The overall winner will receive a $5,000 award and the runner up will receive a $3,000 award. The $3,000 scholarship will be awarded locally and the $5,000 scholarship will be given at our annual meeting in May.

• The Joseph Goncalves Student Humanitarian scholarship is available to a student who has excelled in design in his or her high school career. It will be awarded to two individuals on a statewide basis. The overall winner will receive a $5,000 award and the runner up will receive a $3,000 award. The $3,000 scholarship will be awarded locally and the $5,000 scholarship will be given at our annual meeting in May.

More info.

Application may be found in Naviance or by contacting Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office for this application at pmccallum@southcountry.org

Academically outstanding high school juniors from families earning less than $65,000/year for a family of four.

Applying to college can seem daunting, and the prospect of paying for it can seem even more overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges.

Why apply as a junior? Being a College Prep Scholar is a notable distinction that shows our college partners that you are a competitive candidate for admission. In addition, your application will automatically carry over for the National College Match when you’re a senior, giving you a head start on applying for a full four-year scholarship to our college partners. College Prep Scholars are nearly five times more likely than other applicants to receive full four-year scholarships through the National College Match.

Apply here.

This year marks the 36th year of the BP Community Scholarship Program serving the New York and northern New Jersey area. Since its inception, the program has awarded over $3.6 million and nearly 2,200 scholarships benefiting promising students.

Each year our scholarship awardees are honored at a scholarship reception. This annual event provides an opportunity to recognize the scholarship awardees along with their families and also provides an opportunity for our students to meet BP representatives and other invited dignitaries.

BP is pleased to support this initiative as a way of giving back to the communities in which we operate by encouraging local high school seniors to pursue their dreams of going to college.

To be considered for a BP Community Scholarship, you must meet all of the following criteria:

• A current high school senior planning to enroll as a full-time student (12 semester hours or more) in an accredited two or four-year college or university in the U.S. for the 2023 - 2024 academic year.
• Legally reside in New York City, Long Island, Westchester County or northern New Jersey.
• Possess at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
• Be able to demonstrate financial need.

Apply here.

High school seniors planning to attend a two- or four-year college in the fall? You may be eligible for a $10,000 Bridging the Dream Scholarship from The Sallie Mae Fund and Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

High school seniors who are US citizens or permanent residents and plan to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program during the 2023-2024 academic year are eligible. Applicants must demonstrate leadership skills and moral character, as well as submit a short video describing how the scholarship will assist them in achieving their goals.

Apply here.

The Western Suffolk Counselors’ Association will be awarding scholarships to students graduating from a Suffolk County High School and planning to pursue a post-secondary education in September.

The counselor of the applicant must be a current WSCA member and the applicant’s counselor of record. Only one student per counselor who is a WSCA member may apply.

It is not transferable to counselors who are not members.

Volunteerism involves caring, sharing and commitment and can make a difference in the community. The committee is seeking students who found a need in their school or community and took the initiative to plan and execute their vision. Explain how your volunteering experience positively impacted your life and those you have served. What have you learned about yourself from these experiences and how will you apply what you have learned in your future?

Apply here.

The Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship Program is awarding 150 scholarships of $5,000 each for students pursuing associate degrees, credit-bearing certificates, or industry certifications in specified fields of study.

To apply, students must be:

• U.S. Citizens

• High school graduates (or GED equivalent) with less than a bachelor’s degree OR high school seniors

• Planning to enroll part-time or full-time at an accredited vocational technical school, trade school, two-year community or state college for the 2023-2024 academic year

• Pursuing an associate degree, credit-bearing certificate or an industry-recognized credential in one of the specified fields of study

To learn more, visit https://lockheedmartin.com/vocational

More info.

Apply here.

The Reparations Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island is now accepting applications for the Barbara C. Harris Scholars Program – a scholarship designated for the Descendants of enslaved people in Brooklyn, Queens, and Nassau and Suffolk Counties. The Reparations Committee was formed in the Fall of 2021 with the goal of foster equity in education.

Applicants must be high-school seniors or currently enrolled in an accredited university or vocational school and reside within the Diocese of Long Island, which encompasses Brooklyn, Queens, and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in New York. Successful applicants will demonstrate scholarly achievement, possess leadership skills, be involved in their communities, and have an expressed commitment to continuing education.

Apply here.

The Board of Directors of The Groove Fund Inc. is pleased to announce the deadline for accepting applications for student scholarships for 2023 is Friday, March 31, 2023.

The primary focus of The Groove Fund is to provide academic scholarship awards to college students who plan to pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees. The Groove Fund places particular emphasis on young black men but does not discriminate against other applicants based on race, gender, religion, or ethnic background. Scholarship awards are based on the availability of funding, academic performance, and unmet financial need.

To qualify for a Groove Fund Scholarship an applicant must be a high school senior and meet the following requirements:

• will graduate by June 30th of the calendar year 2023
• has a minimum B grade point average; and
• has committed to attend a 4-year College or University during the Fall semester of the current calendar year, or
• A current undergraduate student planning to attend or currently enrolled at a 4-year college or university, or graduate student, with a 2.50-grade average on a 4.00

Apply here.

Both Merit-based and Need-based, the competitive Cobell Scholarship is annual, non-renewable, and available to any post-secondary (after high school) student who is; an enrolled member of a US Federally-Recognized Tribe, enrolled in full-time study and is degree-seeking. Applicants must plan to attend or be attending any nationally, regionally and industry accredited non-profit, public and private, institution.

Applicants must be pursuing a vocational certificate or diploma, associates, bachelors, masters, doctoral or professional degree, or certificate.

All Finalists must demonstrate an unmet need through a process that will be coordinated with the IEI staff. And, all Finalists will demonstrate tribal enrollment through a verification process that will be coordinated with the IEI staff.

While there is no minimum GPA requirement, IEI considers the following to be general guidelines to be considered “competitive” for funding purposes.

• Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate - - 3.25 or higher, either from high school or previous coursework

• Vocational – 2.0 or higher, either from high school or previous coursework.

Apply here.

200 Renewable $10,000 Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarships Available for Your Students. That is $40,000 over four years to help deserving students achieve their goals.

Awards are open to individuals studying eligible engineering or computer science majors, who demonstrate financial need and come from underrepresented or underserved communities.

Applicants must:

• Be U.S. Citizens
• Be high school seniors, freshman or sophomore undergraduate students with a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Be majoring or planning to major in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics
• Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the upcoming academic year
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be willing to consider internship opportunities with Lockheed Martin

Learn more at lockheedmartin.com/scholarship.

More info.

Apply here.

Criteria to apply:

1. Current Bellport High School senior
2. Student of Color
3. College bound

Mateo Askaripour is proud to be a Bellport High School alumnus. The author is offering a scholarship to a graduating college-bound senior of color, the Clarine Case Celebration Scholarship. His vision is that students will answer his prompt in 800-1,000 words and then he will select a winner.

When we think of fighting, fists, guns, and bombs often come to mind. But the majority of conflict takes place without any of that, either in our own minds or in daily conversation, with words being the main weapon of choice. In 800 to 1,000 words, please answer the following question: What do you fight for, and how and why do you fight for it?

Please send essays to Mrs. Poirier in the Bellport High School Main Office at jpoirier@southcountry.org by by April 1, 2023

Per the Woman's Club of Patchogue, they are looking to give this scholarship to a local, female senior. The completed application with your essay must be returned to the BHS Guidance Office.

The scholarship application may be picked up in the Main Office, accessed in Naviance (access Naviance via www.clever.com), or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org

Rider University is proud to announce the Teacher Education Scholarship for aspiring educators.

As the United States faces a critical shortage of teachers, Rider encourages students to embark on this rewarding career path by offering a $2,000 annual scholarship, renewable for the lesser of 8 consecutive semesters or completion of an undergraduate education degree.

All undergraduate students who apply to Rider as an elementary education or secondary education major for the fall 2023 semester will be considered for the Teacher Education Scholarship. Students must also enroll in a minimum of 12 credits a semester, maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher and remain in good academic standing.

“Rider has a demonstrated track record of nurturing outstanding teachers,” says Dr. Jason Barr, dean of Rider’s College of Education and Human Services. “This scholarship is designed to help students who are passionate and dedicated to the field of education. As future educators, they will have an incredible impact on generations of students during this challenging time for the profession.”

For more information contact the Office of Admission at admissions@rider.edu or 609-896-5042.

For more info, click here.

To apply, go to www.commonapp.org. You must indicate being a full-time student and an elementary or secondary education major on your application to be considered for this scholarship.

Senior Scholarship

1. Graduating senior

2. LI public or private school

3. Essay: How did you use your voice to improve your school or community? How did it positively impact you?

Dorothy V. Thode Nursing Scholarship

1. Graduating senior

2. LI public or private school

3. Essay: Why are you choosing this field and how do you plan to make a difference in society?

Henry C. Thode Engineering/Trade School Scholarship

1. Graduating senior

2. LI public or private school

3. Essay: Why are you choosing this field and how do you plan to make a difference in society?

Select 1 scholarship from above to apply for. Essay must include the name of the scholarship, student name, school district that the student attends, and email of the student.

Submit essay to jonahsmission13@gmail.com no later than April 1st deadline.

College bound senior of African Ancestry (African, African-American, and African-Caribbean) who exhibit an exemplary commitment to serving their communities. Minimum GPA of 3.0 or better and plan on seeking a Baccalaureate degree.

The scholarship application may be picked up in the Main Office, accessed in Naviance (access Naviance via www.clever.com), or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org

To apply for this scholarship students will

• show a record of volunteerism in the community, non-school sponsored activities, and participation in extracurricular school activities.

• be a senior in either Patchogue-Medford School District or South Country School District.

• have a Grade of “B” or better to apply (3.0 on a 4-point GPA or 85 on a 100-point GPA).

• plan to attend either a two (2)-year community college or four (4)-year college or university.

• have the endorsement of their Guidance Counselor on their application attesting they are qualified for this scholarship program.

The application may be found in your Naviance account (access Naviance via www.clever.com) or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org. Completed applications with essay and required materials attached due in the Main Office no later than Monday, 3/27/2023.

NAACP ACT-SO Scholarship Program- please share these materials with your guidance department and encourage student participation in your region!

What is the NAACP ACT-SO Program?

Each year, high school students across the country start a journey to sharpen their skills through the Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO). From visual arts and business to performing and culinary arts, participants work with community-based volunteers for a year to develop projects and performances. The experience culminates in local and national events where students compete for scholarships and other rewards.

More info found here: https://naacp.org/our-work/youth-programs/act-so-achievement-program

Feel free to contact the LI NAACP ACT-SO Chair with any questions:

Beatrice Toliver
Chairperson

TELEPHONE – 516-920-8607
e-mail: btoliver@optonline.net
www.longislandact-so.org

The application may be found in your Naviance account (access Naviance via www.clever.com) or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org.

The new site ApplyToTradeSchool.com is launching now for high school students interested in attending a Trade/Vocational School. The site is backed by College Fairs Online who have been connecting students to colleges for over 10 years. The new site is just starting out and adding new trade schools every day. There is also a $1000 scholarship opportunity at ApplyToTradeSchool.com for high school seniors.

Apply here.

A graduating high school student from Suffolk County entering an accredited professional nursing (RN) program.

The application may be found in your Naviance account (access Naviance via www.clever.com) or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org.

We, the Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA), are inviting your advanced math students who are of Latine descent to apply to our 2023-2024 academic scholarship program. OLA will award academic scholarships up to $7,500 to students who are interested in pursuing the actuarial profession.

The actuarial profession is not well-known among high school students, so we have included some information for those who would like to learn more about our profession.

What is an Actuary?

Actuaries are business professionals who use statistical, mathematical, and financial methods to manage risk. This profession is typically listed among the top STEM careers, and fully credentialed actuaries can earn high salaries. Prospective actuaries typically pursue degrees in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, and/or related studies to prepare themselves for this career. For more information on the actuarial profession, check out https://www.beanactuary.org/.

Who is eligible to apply to the OLA Academic Scholarships?

OLA Academic Scholarships are open to all Latine high school seniors who will be enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program this fall. There are no GPA or major/minor requirements for most OLA programs, but students should demonstrate interest and/or commitment to pursue the actuarial profession. No letters of recommendation are required to apply. In 2022, OLA awarded over $15,000 in scholarships to 7 high school seniors.

Whom can I contact if I have additional questions on the scholarship?

Please reach out to us at futurecandidates@latinoactuaries.org if you have any questions.

More info.
Apply here.

For more than six decades, Island Federal Credit Union has helped local families achieve their dreams. Recognizing that affording a college education is a priority for most parents, we offer the Island Federal Scholarship Program. Since 1992, Island has awarded more than 351 scholarships totaling $800,000 to local high school graduates.

Island Federal will award a total of $50,000 in Scholarships to eleven (11) 2023 high school seniors

• 3- $10,000 Scholarships
• 8- $2,500 Scholarships

All students who are graduating high school in 2023 and are pursuing advanced, full-time study after graduation are encouraged to apply for an Island Federal Scholarship.

The best part about the Island Federal Scholarship program is that there is no essay to write or transcript required. Simply meet the following requirements at your time of submission, and you are entered:

• Must be an Island Federal Member with a Cash Back Checking Account & Debit Mastercard1
• Be a current high school senior who will be continuing their education next year

Apply here.

Playcrafters awards two scholarships of at least $500 to graduating seniors of Bellport High School who have participated in the performing arts – the Margaret W. Smith Scholarship and the Desmond W. Burke Scholarship.

Eligible students include those proficient in on stage performance as well as work in any phase of a production in school and/or community theatre groups, including set design/construction/decoration, lighting, sound, costumes, make-up, scenic painting, stage management, etc. Also includes participation in a dance school, chorus, band, orchestra, wind/jazz ensemble, etc.

Apply here.

The Links, Incorporated is an international public service organization of professional women from the African diaspora who seek to positively affect the lives and conditions of people throughout the diaspora through philanthropic works and community service within five facets: Services to Youth, National Trends and Services, International Trends and Services, the Arts, and Health and Human Services. (Additional information about our organization can be found at linksinc.org).

The Eastern Shore (NY) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated is requesting your assistance in identifying African American seniors in your school who are eligible to apply for scholarships. Each scholarship recipient will receive anywhere from $2500.00 t0 $10,000.

The Students should meet the following qualifications:

• Graduate from high school in 2023
• Reside in Suffolk County
• Need access to financial resources and support to further their education
• Maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
• Plan to attend college (including but not limited to a Historically Black College or University).

The application, official transcript including the first semester senior grades, SAT/ACT scores (optional), rank in class, GPA, proof of college acceptance, two letters of recommendation and a 250 word or more essay to emailed/or uploaded with the application to:

ATTN: Eastern Shore (NY) Chapter Scholarship Charpersons, Felicia Thomas-Williams and Kathryn Simmons ESCLinkscholarshipNY@gmail.com All required information must be received by 11:59pm EST in April 21, 2023

The application may be found in your Naviance account (access Naviance via www.clever.com) or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org.

The SWY Scholarship is open to African American students graduating high school in 2023 with a minimum GPA of 2.70. Applicants must be a United States citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must enroll in an accredited undergraduate program within the U.S. for the 2023-2024 school year. The program must be at an accredited college, university, technical college, or vocational/trade school. Family and friends of SWY affiliates are ineligible to apply.

Apply here.

Ten (10) - $20,000 scholarships are available!!

This scholarship opportunity is for seniors of Bellport High School.

The criteria for determining the scholarship recipient(s) shall include:

• Academic achievement;
• Enrollment to Suffolk Community College;
• Academic performance above 3.0 GPA;
• Demonstrated financial need;
• Evidence of community service.

Application deadline is April 28, 2023.

Students will need to create a new account by logging on here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=nyct-scholarship

Click on the Apply button at the red bar on the top of the screen and enter the Access Code: LKSFS. It will direct to Knapp/Swezey Scholarship application and click Apply located to the right of the screen.

*Please make sure to click on submit after completing the form.

Apply here.

Robert Keleher was a successful businessman on Long Island. He was an industrious Entrepreneur who created a business for himself and his family. This business started out as Stockade Fence and later grew into PVC Fence of Long Island. “Bob” as he liked to be called, knew the importance of hard work. He also recognized the potential in others.

“Bob” created the Robert Keleher Private Foundation to provide scholarships to students from the community of Long Island that he loved and again to recognize potential in young people. As trustees, it is our intention to offer several scholarships to deserving students who meet certain criteria which may include but are not limited to GPA, community service, extra-curricular activities, letters of recommendation, financial need, and future academic interest.

Eligibility and Requirements

Applicant must be a high school senior who plans to continue their education upon graduation to a 2 or 4-year school.

Applicant must be in good academic standing with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 85% or higher

Applicant must submit a transcript.

Applicant must provide two letters of recommendation from either a teacher, activity leader, club advisor, mentor, employer or clergy member, etc.

Applicant must provide an activity resume that includes honors, awards, scholarships, extracurricular activities, and community service hours.

Applicant must submit a 300-word response to the following prompt:

“What are my career/educational aspirations and what or who has been the largest influence on them and why?”

Applicants must complete the attached 2023 application and provide any other information they would like the scholarship committee to consider including financial need.

The application may be found in your Naviance account (access Naviance via www.clever.com) or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org.

H2M is a multi-disciplined professional consulting and design firm that has been building communities since 1933. Here at H2M we pride ourselves in our dedication to people within our organization as well as our communities we serve.

We strive to make Students who are graduating Senior’s in High School aware of our STEAM Scholarship.

The H2M architects + engineers STEAM Scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit and character to an individual who is a graduating senior in high school, accepted or enrolled into a University or College, and working towards a STEAM Degree.

Ten $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students during an H2M award ceremony at our Melville office at the conclusion of recipient’s senior year.

Apply here.

My name is Leonard Wright and I am a member of the Chi Rho Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated here in Suffolk County, NY. Our chapter is presenting an opportunity to give out multiple scholarship awards amounting to 1,000.00 each to any African American/Latino High School Male senior who will be or is attending an accredited college in the upcoming year (Summer/Fall 2023). The scholarship amount should be used to help the student with their tuition, textbooks, room & board, or any other important financial factor to help toward the start of their college education.

Requirements for receiving the scholarship

•Must be an African American/Latino SENIOR male student.

•Students who have been officially admitted to an accredited 2 or 4-year college program.

•Copy of High School Transcript - minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

•Students who have demonstrated a high degree of professionalism, and commitment to obtaining a degree at an accredited institution.

•Student proof of registration in classes at 2 or 4-year college – (required from award winners prior to distribution of check…not required for initial application).

•Two (2) letters of recommendation.

•Students must be a resident of Suffolk County

Apply here.

The Suffolk County Athletic Trainers’ Association (SCATA) will award up to 3 scholarships, with a value ranging from $500 to $1000.00 to graduating high school seniors majoring in a sports medicine related field (exercise science, kinesiology, etc.) who intend to pursue a career in Athletic Training or another related Allied Healthcare Profession.

The application may be found in your Naviance account (access Naviance via www.clever.com) or by emailing Mrs. McCallum in the Guidance Office at pmccallum@southcountry.org.

The Cameron Impact Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition, impact-driven undergraduate scholarship awarded annually to 10-15 exceptional high school students who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics. The Cameron Impact Scholar is unique among their peers in their desire to directly impact their communities and in the world at large. Our Scholar aspires to contribute to positive forces for change and plans to tailor their education to that end. The Cameron Impact Scholarship covers the full tuition, fees, and books at any accredited U.S. based college or university that the recipient chooses to attend.

As a merit-based program, the Cameron Impact Scholarship is open to all applicants who meet the GPA and citizenship requirements, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation or any other background factors. We are looking for young leaders with demonstrated passion and commitment to any variety of positive impact.

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE CLASS OF 2024

There are countless ways to make a positive impact in many professional careers. The Cameron Impact Scholar has both the ability and the intent to make real, tangible contributions in their lifelong dedication to the greater good. The Foundation will allocate approximately 25%, or a quarter of the scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in education, nonprofits, government, and/or military and have a stated professional goal of public service.

Eligibility for the Cameron Impact Scholarship is based on the following criteria.

The applicant must:

• Maintain a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of a 3.7/4.0 scale or equivalent in their high school studies;
• Be a full citizen of the United States of America;
• Be in the high school graduating Class of 2024, planning to enroll in a full-time course of study towards a degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation;
• Show proven excellence in extracurricular activities, be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic, demonstrate active participation in community service and/or civic minded arenas; and
• Submit the following three components by the Application Deadline:
  • Online Application;
  • Two required Letters of Recommendation; and
  • Transcript certifying academic performance.

There are two opportunities to submit the Initial Online Application:

• Early Application Deadline for the Class of 2024 is May 19, 2023 at 12:00pm PT (NOON)
• Regular Application Deadline for the Class of 2024 is September 8, 2023 at 12:00pm PT (NOON)

Apply here.

This scholarship is in memory of Jennifer Mejia, a member of the class of 2011 who was tragically taken from us on June 19, 2011.

In honor of Jenn, a number of scholarships will be awarded to eligible students who meet the following criteria:

● Involvement in their church or similar community service activities (i.e. missionary work)

● Interest in a pursuing a medical or science related major in college

● Completion of the following essay question: Name a time when you were able to inspire someone to make a positive decision, rather than a destructive one.

Typed essay and application should be returned to Ms. Hoffman in Room 105 by May 23, 2023.

The Parle Endeavors Scholarship is available to high school seniors who are (1) attending a high school in New York State; (2) on track to graduate high school in June or August of 2023; (3) planning on attending a 2 or 4-year post-secondary program, (4) pursuing a degree and a career in media, communications, journalism, business, or a closely related field.

The Parle Endeavors ALTA Grant is available to young people who are (1) high school juniors or seniors attending a high school in New York State; (2) want to pursue a career in media, communications, journalism, business, or a closely related field; (3) have a business idea, start-up, related to those fields; (4) launched within the last year or planning to launch by June 2024.

Apply here.

First-Year Scholarships:

Brockport is pleased to announce that we have simplified our scholarship program for the 2022-23 admissions cycle. The revamped Extraordinary Scholarship Program does not require a separate application; instead students' applications are automatically reviewed during the admissions process for eligibility and awarded at the time of acceptance.

Apply here.

How to Access Your Fee Waiver to Apply to Brockport for Free:

1. Log into Common App
2. In the “My Colleges” tab, click “Add a College” to search for Brockport. Click the “+” to add Brockport.
3. Fill Out the Fee Waiver Form
4. Once you fill out the Fee Waiver form, you’ll be notified via email within 24-48 hours when your fee has been waived.
5. At this point, you can complete and submit your application (for free) and begin picturing yourself here!

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 17th year.

We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.

Application Process
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php

Full details are available on our site. Email essay to scholarships@abbottandfenner.com

Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation’s Scholarship Program is now accepting applications. The Vivian and Tony Gentile Scholarship Program awards five $5,000 scholarships to Long Island High School seniors and an additional five $5,000 scholarships to current employees. The Sachem Dental Group Endowment awards one $5,000 scholarship to a Long Island High School senior. Please see the attached applications for full eligibility requirements.

Eligible applicants:

• Are currently a High School Senior at a Long Island school
• Must be a full-time student in the fall of 2023 at a college or university on Long Island to be considered for this award.

Apply here.

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in or what their capacity in that sport is.

The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community.

Apply here.

The program covers tuition for eligible SUNY and CUNY students whose families earn $125,000 or less. After completing FAFSA and TAP online financial aid applications, you may apply online when the application opens in the spring of your senior year.

More info and to apply.

The Senator José Peralta New York State DREAM Act gives undocumented and other students access to New York State‐administered grants and scholarships that support their higher education costs.

The DREAM Act opens the doors of higher education to thousands of students, providing access to the new Excelsior Scholarship, the Tuition Assistance Program, as well as other state‐administered scholarships that were not previously available to them.

More info and to apply.

The STEM Program provides tuition awards to students who are New York residents attending a public or private degree-granting college or university located in New York State. Recipients must be in the top 10 percent of their high school graduating class, pursue an approved, two or four-year STEM degree program and agree to live in NYS and work in a STEM field in NYS for five years after graduation. For students attending private college, the maximum award is equal to the SUNY tuition rate per year.

More info and to apply.

The Cameron Impact Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition, impact-driven undergraduate scholarship awarded annually to 10-15 exceptional high school students who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics. The Cameron Impact Scholar is unique among their peers in their desire to directly impact their communities and in the world at large. Our Scholar aspires to contribute to positive forces for change and plans to tailor their education to that end. The Cameron Impact Scholarship covers the full tuition, fees, and books at any accredited U.S. based college or university that the recipient chooses to attend.

As a merit-based program, the Cameron Impact Scholarship is open to all applicants who meet the GPA and citizenship requirements, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation or any other background factors. We are looking for young leaders with demonstrated passion and commitment to any variety of positive impact.

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE CLASS OF 2024

There are countless ways to make a positive impact in many professional careers. The Cameron Impact Scholar has both the ability and the intent to make real, tangible contributions in their lifelong dedication to the greater good. The Foundation will allocate approximately 25%, or a quarter of the scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in education, nonprofits, government, and/or military and have a stated professional goal of public service.

Eligibility for the Cameron Impact Scholarship is based on the following criteria.

The applicant must:

• Maintain a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of a 3.7/4.0 scale or equivalent in their high school studies;
• Be a full citizen of the United States of America;
• Be in the high school graduating Class of 2024, planning to enroll in a full-time course of study towards a degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation;
• Show proven excellence in extracurricular activities, be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic, demonstrate active participation in community service and/or civic minded arenas; and
• Submit the following three components by the Application Deadline:
  • Online Application;
  • Two required Letters of Recommendation; and
  • Transcript certifying academic performance.

There are two opportunities to submit the Initial Online Application:

• Early Application Deadline for the Class of 2024 is May 19, 2023 at 12:00pm PT (NOON)
• Regular Application Deadline for the Class of 2024 is September 8, 2023 at 12:00pm PT (NOON)

Apply here.

We are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted.

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility.

You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.

Apply here.