New York scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 28, 2025Apply below to the best New York scholarships for January 2025.
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J. Tracy Hermann Education Fund
Dutchess County • Orange County • Sullivan County • Ulster County • New York • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Pansexual students • For Asexual students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The J. Tracy Hermann Education Fund offers $500 to LGBTQ+ individuals and allies in Dutchess, Orange, Sullivan, or Ulster County, NY.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Ann Theodore Foundation Scholarship Program
Roosevelt • North Babylon • Manchester • New York • New Hampshire • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Ann Theodore Foundation Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for students with unmet financial needs in NY and NH.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Ralph and Fanny Ellison Scholarship
New York • Oklahoma • Literature • Music • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Ralph and Fanny Ellison Scholarship provides up to $10,000 for college students in Literature or Music from NY and OK with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
July 11, 2025
New York Financial Writers' Association Scholarship
New York • New Jersey • Connecticut • Journalism • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NY Financial Writers' Association offers scholarships up to $3,000 for journalism students pursuing business and financial journalism.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
The Emerald Creek Capital Scholarship
New York • Freshmen
The Emerald Creek Capital Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for NYC high school seniors. Essay required for application.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Matt Preziose Creative Scholarship
New York • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Film • Fashion • Graphic Design • Photography • Radio & Television • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Matt Preziose Creative Scholarship awards $1,000 to NY art majors. Submit your work and share your views on creative expression.
Deadline:
November 23, 2025
Thomas J. Krajci Memorial Scholarship
New York • Criminal Justice • Business Administration • Public Relations • Freshmen
The Thomas J. Krajci Memorial Scholarship offers $500 to NY high school seniors pursuing Criminal Justice or Labor Relations.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
AGC NYS Scholarship Program
New York • Construction Engineering • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
AGC NYS Scholarship offers $2,500-$5,000 for NY residents majoring in construction with a 2.50 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 3, 2025
RTK Scholars Program
New York • New Jersey • Connecticut • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Environmental Science • Conservation • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Walter A. Hunt, Jr. Scholarship
New York • Architecture • Freshmen
The Walter A. Hunt, Jr. Scholarship awards $10,000 to NYC public high school seniors accepted into a NAAB-accredited architecture program.
Deadline:
May 13, 2025
Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation Scholarships
Cattaraugus County • New York • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $2,500 for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
March 20, 2025
Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Scholarships
Dutchess County • Orange County • Sullivan County • Ulster County • Rockland County • New York • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan offers scholarships up to $25,000 for local students based on merit and need.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Long Island Flower Growers Association (LIFGA) Scholarships
New York • Horticulture • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
LIFGA offers scholarships up to $4,000 for Long Island students in ornamental horticulture with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Scholarships
Allegany County • Cattaraugus County • Chautauqua County • Erie County • Genesee County • Niagara County • Orleans County • Wyoming County • New York • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo offers $3M in scholarships for local students with a 2.0 GPA, awarding up to $6,000 each.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Greenhouse Scholars
Colorado • Illinois • Georgia • New York • North Carolina • California • High school • Freshmen
Greenhouse Scholars offers up to $5,000 for high school seniors in select states with a 3.5 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
November 14, 2025
The Puerto Rican Bar Association Scholarship
New Jersey • New York • Law • Graduate Students
The Puerto Rican Bar Association Scholarship supports law students in NY/NJ committed to the Latino community, offering $250+ for financial need.
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
Long Island Music Hall of Fame Student Scholarships
Nassau County • Queens County • Suffolk County • Kings County • New York • Music • Freshmen
Long Island Music Hall of Fame offers $500 scholarships for high school seniors pursuing music careers. Apply with essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
May 12, 2025
William Mayer Scholarship
New York • World Studies • Literature • Foreign Languages • Graduate Students
The William Mayer Scholarship offers up to $2000 for NYS students pursuing a Master's in Latin education. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
NEWH Fabric Innovations Legacy scholarship
Florida • New York • Hospitality • Management • Interior Design • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NEWH Fabric Innovations Legacy scholarship awards $10,000 to hospitality or interior design students in Florida or New York.
Deadline:
June 21, 2025
Pesquera Medical School Scholarships
Warren County • Saratoga County • Washington County • New York • Medicine • Graduate Students
Pesquera Medical School Scholarships offer $4,000 for local students in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of medical school.
Deadline:
June 27, 2025
AT&T/ The NETwork BICP - Lewis Latimer Scholarship
Arizona • Florida • Illinois • Michigan • Missouri • Texas • California • Georgia • Indiana • Mississippi • New York • STEM • Psychology • Agriculture • Architecture • Biology • Mathematics • Science • Technology • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Marine Biology/Sciences • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • IT/Information Technology • Manufacturing/Production • Mechanical • Arts • Film • Meteorology • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Lewis Latimer Scholarship offers $2,500 for STEAM students with a 2.75 GPA. Apply with transcript, recommendation, and essay.
Deadline:
September 5, 2025
Milken Scholars
Washington • Los Angeles County • New York • California • Test Scores • Freshmen
Milken Scholars Program offers $10,000 to high school graduates in LA, NYC, or DC with community service and leadership experience.
Deadline:
November 14, 2025
May C. Randazzo Memorial Scholarship
New York • Public Relations • Communications • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The May C. Randazzo Memorial Scholarship offers $2,000 for communications students in the Buffalo/Niagara area. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship
New Mexico • Alaska • Texas • Georgia • Colorado • Maryland • Alabama • Massachusetts • Connecticut • Florida • New York • South Carolina • North Carolina • Illinois • Ohio • Nevada • Iowa • Michigan • Washington • District Of Columbia • Pennsylvania • California • Hawaii • Indiana • Mississippi • Kentucky • Kansas • New Hampshire • Tennessee • Wisconsin • Minnesota • Louisiana • New Jersey • Virginia • Oklahoma • Nebraska • Oregon • Rhode Island • Missouri • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • High school • Freshmen
The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship offers $5,000 to African American and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees.
Deadline:
April 10, 2025
NACA Mid Atlantic Undergraduate Student Scholarships
New York • Pennsylvania • New Jersey • Delaware • Maryland
NACA Mid Atlantic Scholarships for students with leadership roles and volunteer contributions in select states. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
November 30, 2025
FAQ
Yes, there are many New York scholarships that are specific to certain regions or communities within the state. Local organizations and foundations often offer scholarships to support students in their area.
It's advisable to start applying for New York scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or as soon as you decide to pursue higher education.
Yes, many New York scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
You can find New York scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting your school's financial aid office, or checking local community organizations. A great resource to explore is Mos, which aggregates various scholarship opportunities.
To apply for New York scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide transcripts, and submit any required essays or personal statements. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria for New York scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as residency, academic performance, financial need, and specific demographic or field of study requirements.
Some New York scholarships may be available to international students, but many are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. It's important to check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
In your personal statement for New York scholarships, you should include your academic achievements, career goals, personal experiences, and reasons for applying for the scholarship. Make sure to tailor your statement to the specific scholarship.
Resources for New York scholarships
The complete guide to the NYS Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
New York has many great colleges, but they can be pricey. Learn about the NYS TAP financial aid program and see if you qualify for this New York aid program.
New York University financial aid: a complete guide
Read all about financial aid at New York University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.
State financial aid directory for all U.S. states and territories
Want to know if you have access to grants and scholarships beyond what’s available on a federal level? Check out our complete state aid directory.
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