Scholarship Search

• Full-time student (Must be registered for at least 12 credits)
• Must have a GPA of 2.80 or higher. 
• All Majors are welcome to apply.
• Academic Status (Upper Freshman-Upper Junior) 12-105 Credits
• Applicants are required to upload documentation of being adopted, having adopted a child, or currently in a foster home.  Applicants must upload documentation of being adopted, having adopted a child, or currently in a foster home.  

• Up to 2 recipients will receive between $500 in the Spring Semester.
• Funds for Scholarships can be used towards tuition, books and/or other related educational expenses.
• Selection will be made in the late spring semester
• Disbursement will be made after all required documentation has been submitted
• Prior recipients are not eligible to apply

General Eligibility

• Full-Time Student (Must be registered for at least 12 credits)
• Must have a GPA of 3.25 or higher 
• ONLY Declared Majors: Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Geology, Information Systems Management, Mathemathics, or Physcis 
• Academic Class Standing Upper Junior (75+ earned credits)
• Must have completed the FAFSA

Scholarship Details

• Up to 1 recipient will receive $1000
• Funds for Scholarships can be used towards tuition, books and/or other related educational expenses.
• Prior recipients are not eligible to apply

CPT Program Offerings

• Financial Assistance - Covers all tuition, training, books, materials and administrative fees

• Program Resources & Support Services - Individual case management, tutoring, test preparation and career counseling

• Paid Release Time - Participants who are already working in the healthcare industry may be eligible for up to two days per week of paid release time to attend classes

• Job Placement Assistance

• Upon completion of the program, all participants will receive assistance in securing a full-time position with family-sustaining wages.

CPT Program Offerings

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

• Certified Pharmacy Tech (CPhT)

• ​​​​​​​Community Health Worker (CHW)

• ​​​​​​​Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor

• (CASAC)

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Master of Social Work (MSW)

• Nurse Practitioner (NP)

• Patient Care Coordinator

• Physician Assistant (PA)

• Registered Nurse (AAS, BSN, RN to BSN)

• Respiratory Therapist (RT)

• Current high school senior or college student (ages 16-25)
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Panamanian born or of Panamanian descent (one parent or grandparent must be Panamanian born)
• Not a relative of a current member of DICPNY

• Complete application and submit all required documents by JUNE 16, 2025
• Email documents to panamanianparade@gmail.com with your full name and "SCHOLARSHIP 2025" in the subject line (e.g., JOHN DOE - SCHOLARSHIP 2025). 
• Upload and email supporting documents as PDF files.  

• Two Letters of Recommendation from a teacher, advisor, employer or individual who have knowledge of your qualifications and character. Letters of Recommendation must not come from family members or relatives.
• Current copy of high school transcript, GED, or college transcript
• Letter of Acceptance from College/University (high school students)
• Proof of registration status for 2025 fall/winter academic semester (college students)
• Two typed personal essays with each essay containing at least 500 words and addressing:

Eligibility Criteria

• Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated experience in or commitment to working with historically underserved or marginalized populations. 
• Full-Time Student (Must be registered for at least 12 credits)
• Must have a GPA of 2.50 or higher 
• US Citizens or permanent residents

The Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship is awarded to a

graduating high school senior who intends to pursue a

baccalaureate degree at a four-year college or university. 

BACKGROUND

This scholarship honors Mary McLeod Bethune who was an

extraordinary educator dedicated to public service.

She founded the National Council of Negro Women and

Bethune-Cookman College in Daytona Beach, Florida.

In addition to being an educator and an organizer,

Mrs. Bethune was also a political activist. She was the

first African American woman to be involved in the White

House, assisting four different US presidents. Mary McLeod

Bethune was also a leader in the Black Women's Club

Movement, served as president of the National Association

of Colored Women, and vice president of the NAACP.

SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT

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The award is in the amount of $1,000 per semester, based on availability of funds.
 

SELECTION CRITERIA

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To be considered for the scholarship, the applicant must:

1. Be a student of African descent residing within our area of service (as explained below).

2. Live within our service area: Manhattan east to west from the East River to the Hudson River and north to south from 155th Street to Battery Park.

3. Be a graduating high school senior and have a B average (80 out of 100, 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale).

4. Participate in an extra-curricular activity and/or have a part-time job. 

5. Demonstrate volunteerism (i.e., caregiver for a family member, teach Sunday school, clothing drive, volunteer at a community or nonprofit organization, etc.).

6. Be admitted to a Baccalaureate Degree program at an accredited institution by the fall semester 2025. Proof of registration from an official office will be required.

The Memorial Scholarship was designed with a nontraditional student in mind, created to be inclusive of various educational paths. There is no deadline for submission. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-serve basis. The award is $1,000 based on the availability of funds.

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To be considered for the scholarship, the applicant must: 

1. Be a student of African descent residing within our service area. 

• Student must live within our service area: Manhattan east to west from the East River to the Hudson River and the north to south below 155th Street south to Battery Park.

1. Currently enrolled in a 2-year, 4-year, or certificate program or trade school.

Each year, the Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter provides thousands of dollars in scholarship awards to qualified high school and college students who reside in the borough of Brooklyn. Most of our awards are renewable, four-year scholarships for those enrolled as full-time students with grade point averages of 2.5 each semester based on a 4.0 system, or its equivalent.*

Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter administers five different types of scholarships/awards (see below) to which York students are only eligible for three. An applicant who is selected as a candidate to receive an award must attend a virtual interview conducted by the Scholarship Committee, and provide proof of immigration status either as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter Scholarship - a four-year continuous scholarship for Brooklyn residents, ranging from $1,000.00 to $2,000.00 per year.  Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year college or university.  Eligibility is based on maintaining a minimum 2.5 GPA for each semester. 

Beverly Vance Memorial Scholarship - a $1,000.00 renewable award for Brooklyn residents seeking a four-year degree with a major in Communications, Speech, Drama, or a related field of study.  Continuous eligibility is based on a full-time study with a minimum 2.5 GPA for each semester.  Applicant must be an entering freshman student.   

Angela M. Bledsoe Scholarship - a $1,000.00 annual renewable award for Brooklyn residents seeking a four-year degree with a major in Business and/or Finance. Continuous eligibility is based on full-time study with a minimum 2.50 GPA for each semester.

Educational Development is a foundational tenet of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The Queens Alumnae Chapter’s Scholarship Program is committed to supporting higher education; and awards four-year scholarships to help offset the rising costs of tuition to college students. 

• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Declared Major in Music
• Full-Time Student
• Upper Freshman- Lower Senior

• One recipient will receive $1000 
• Funds for Scholarships can be used towards tuition and books up to the cost of attendance.
• Selection will be made in the Winter Semester
• Disbursement will be made once all required documents have been submitted
• Prior recipients are not eligible to apply

Dr. Yves Roseus, an esteemed York College Alumnus and Adjunct Assistant Professor with the Department of Occupational Therapy, led a life dedicated to service and advocacy. In addition to his dedication to the York College community, he was Senior Occupational Therapist at Brookdale Hospital. He also served on the Roster of Accreditors for ACOTE, and was a Board Member of NYSOTA and NYSBOTC. His commitment to service and advocacy also helped to establish an occupational therapy program in Haiti. The Dr. Yves Roseus Citizen's Award at York College has been established in loving memory of Dr. Roseus's dedication and commitment to service and advocacy.

• $3,000 award to students in accredited college programs
• Public education project promoting eye, organ, and tissue donation

The Moynihan Scholarship Fund (MSF) offers scholarships for accounting students based on financial need and academic performance. The program is administered by MSF, a 501(c)(3) organization. 

NYCPA Chapter Scholarships, also administered by MSF, are funded by the generosity of members and donors. Please read the requirements carefully, as these are unique to each chapter. You can use the same link to apply for NYCPA Chapter Scholarships and Excellence in Accounting scholarships.

To apply for any scholarship, you must be an NYCPA Student Member. Please go to NYCPA Student Membership. It only takes a few minutes to apply, and membership is FREE.

Additional scholarship information and criteria that are pertinent to your application are contained within the application itself.

• Up to $2,000 in scholarship funds
• 12 months of mentorship and career development support
• Full access to GMCF’s workshops and alumni network
• A community service component to encourage ongoing leadership and civic engagement

• Be enrolled full-time as a sophomore, junior or senior at any CUNY College.
• Have a current cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Be able to demonstrate leadership abilities
• Be able to demonstrate a financial need
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident or passport stamped I-551.

Applicants must meet the following scholarship criteria to qualify:

• Must be currently enrolled for spring 2025 semester/quarter and intend to enroll in the fall 2025 semester/quarter at a 2-year or 4-year HACU-member institution in the U.S. or Puerto Rico.
• Open to Undergraduate and Graduate students.
• Open to full-time or part-time enrollment.
• Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
• Open to students pursuing degrees (associate, bachelor, master, doctorate) that will lead to careers as Clinical Professionals that may include Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Nurse, Pharmacist, Dentist, Social Worker, Addiction Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, or other related clinical professions. 
• At the time of application, students must have at least (1) one year of study remaining before their anticipated degree completion date.

Scholarship specific essay questions: 

• How do you plan to use your background, education, and future career to improve access to quality health care in historically underserved communities? How will this scholarship help you achieve your goals in fostering a more inclusive and culturally competent health care workforce?

Benefits for Scholarship Recipient: 

• All scholarship recipients are invited to attend Webinars with HACU partners to learn about current career opportunities in their field.
• All scholarship recipients are invited to apply for HACU National Internship Program with corporate and federal partners. 
• Undergraduate students are invited to attend HACU’s Emerging Leaders' Summits.

Requirements for Scholarship Recipient: 

• (40) Forty undergraduate scholarship recipients will be selected to attend the ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute at HACU's 40th Annual Conference from October 31 – November 2, 2026, in Chula Vista, California. Expenses (travel, hotel lodging, and registration) are included as a scholarship benefit.

The New York City Department of Education offers the Jose P. Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy (OT/PT) Scholarship Program. Students in their 3rd, 4th, or graduate years of professional study in Occupational and Physical Therapy at participating colleges or universities are eligible to apply. Scholarships are granted through a selection process involving an interview, review of academic records, writing samples, and references.

Applications are accepted annually for the fall from January through April. Application deadlines are subject to change without notice.

• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Declared Major in Music
• Full-Time Student
• Upper Freshman- Lower Senior

• One recipient will receive $1000 
• Funds for Scholarships can be used towards tuition and books up to the cost of attendance.
• Selection will be made in the Winter Semester
• Disbursement will be made once all required documents have been submitted
• Prior recipients are not eligible to apply

Applicants must meet the following scholarship criteria to qualify:

• Intend to enroll in the Fall 2025 semester at a 2-year or 4-year HACU-member institution in the U.S. or Puerto Rico.
• Open to ALL Majors.
• Open to International-Freshman Undergraduate students.
• Must be enrolled Full-time.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).

Additional Criteria: 

• Applicants must submit proof of English language proficiency to the HACU member school through their LanguageCert Academic or LanguageCert iESOL English test.
• Applicants can submit a copy of this test on their scholarship dashboard. 

• Spring 2025- Disbursement 1:  $2,715
• Summer 2025-Disbursement 2:  $5,000 [2 payments of $2,500 -Internship] 
• Fall 2025- Disbursement 3: $2,715 
• Spring 2026- Disbursement 4:  $2,715

The Moynihan Scholarship Fund (MSF) offers scholarships for accounting students based on financial need and academic performance. The program is administered by MSF, a 501(c)(3) organization. 

NYCPA Chapter Scholarships, also administered by MSF, are funded by the generosity of members and donors. Please read the requirements carefully, as these are unique to each chapter. You can use the same link to apply for NYCPA Chapter Scholarships and Excellence in Accounting scholarships.

A monetary award and medal to recognize two (2) Masters of Social Work Scholars for their outstanding service to York College and its students.

Requirements:

• Matriculated MSW Graduate Scholar 
• Full-Time Enrollment 
• Generalist or Advanced/Specialized Year
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA or greater

• Matriculated MSW Graduate Scholar 
• Full-Time Enrollment 
• Generalist or Advanced/Specialized Year
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA or greater

The Legacy Scholarship Program of the National Association of Puerto Rican Hispanic Social Workers (NAPRHSW) is designed to support and empower graduate-level students pursuing careers in social work, mental health, and human services. The program honors the legacy of past leaders while fostering the next generation of professionals committed to serving Latino communities.

Recipients, known as Visionaries, will receive a $1,000 scholarship to help further their academic and professional journeys. In addition to financial support, each Visionary will participate in the Training Program, a virtual two-day intensive focused on essential skills in direct service, community organizing, leadership, policy, and program development.

Through this experience, Visionaries will gain valuable knowledge and hands-on training to become effective change agents in their communities. They will also engage in a year-long mentorship program with seasoned professionals in their field, receiving guidance and support for their personal and professional growth.

As part of their commitment, Visionaries will serve as liaisons between NAPRHSW and their universities, organizing a forum where NAPRHSW board members can engage with students and further the association’s mission.

The Legacy Scholarship Program is a unique opportunity for emerging leaders to gain the skills, knowledge, and connections to make a lasting impact in the Latino community.

Selection Criteria

Eligibility:

• Must be a first- or second-year graduate student in an accredited MSW, MHC, MFT, Psychology or human services program.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to serving Latino communities.
• Open to students across the U.S. regardless of immigration status.
• Must be 21 years old and over.
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong interest in community advocacy and community organization which could potentially impact the Latino Community.
• Must be in need of financial assistance.

The Dominican Day Parade, Inc., a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit, annually orchestrates a vibrant celebration in New York City, spotlighting the rich Dominican heritage with music, dance, and 10,000+ marchers. Alongside the festivities, our education initiatives honor the Dominican contributions at home and globally. Don’t miss this dynamic celebration of Dominican identity.

The National Dominican Day Parade Scholarship Program is an annual initiative aimed at supporting students of Dominican descent who are pursuing higher education in the United States.

In 2025, based on available funding, NYCHA will offer several scholarships to support its residents in advancing their education and increasing their income and assets. These scholarships aim to assist eligible residents pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees at a City University of New York (CUNY) college. Each scholarship provides a one-time $1,000 award to recipients.

• NYCHA-CUNY Resident Scholarship – for NYCHA residents who are enrolled full-time at a City University of New York (CUNY) college
• Regina A. Figueroa Memorial Scholarship – for NYCHA residents with a documented disability who are enrolled either part-time or full-time at a CUNY college
• Levine Family Scholarship – for NYCHA residents who are enrolled full-time at a City University of New York (CUNY) college
• Kofi Hormeku Scholarship – for NYCHA residents residing in Brooklyn who are enrolled full-time at a CUNY college
• Kisha Jackson Memorial Scholarship – for NYCHA residents living in Downtown Brooklyn who are enrolled full-time at a CUNY college
• Amazon NYCHA-CUNY Scholarship – for NYCHA Residents who are enrolled full-time at a City University of New York (CUNY) college

Eligibility Criteria: Authorized NYCHA public housing residents and Section 8 recipients; currently enrolled full-time graduate and undergraduate CUNY students; 24 or more credits; minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

The League's focus is on the Puerto Rican woman and her ability to provide a better life for herself and her family by obtaining a college degree.  The League strivers to offer, annually, scholarships to Puerto Rican/Hispanic undergraduate women with a GPA of 3.0 and no failing grades.

Scholarships for employees of NYS-licensed child welfare agencies to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree to enhance their skills as a child welfare worker.
 

• Full-Time Student (Must be registered for at least 12 credits)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.60 or higher (in the event that no suitable applicants with a GPA at or above 3.60 can be found, applicants with a lower GPA will be considered on a case-by-case basis)
• Major in Political Science
• Graduating Senior
• Must demonstrate an intent after graduation to pursue a doctorate or master's in Political Science or other related fields (public policy, political economy, international relations, or related field) or a law degree
• Must have performed some form of social and political civic engagement

• MSW Scholarship Program -  For each program, each year, three scholarships will be awarded. They are (1st) $3,000, (2nd) $2,000, and (3rd) $1,000. Awards are intended to help students with expenses related to their education. Students must be members of
  Phi Alpha to apply.
• Patty Gibbs- Wahlberg Scholarship - This award recognizes student scholarship, service, and leadership. Awards of $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000 are presented each year.
• Student Leadership Award - These awards recognize outstanding student leadership consistent with the ideals and missions of Phi Alpha. The focus of the application is the student’s leadership, service, impact, and commitment. The awards are $1,000 for first
  place, $750 for second place, and $500 for third place. Students must be active leaders of Phi Alpha and nominated by their chapter advisor.
• Chapter Grants - These grants promote and support chapters’ engagement in service learning. This award supports activities consistent with the mission of promoting humanitarian goals and bonds among students. Six $1,000.00 awards are presented each year. Due September 1st and January 1st. Send application to:  
  PhiAlphaInfo@etsu.edu. 

• Full-time student (Must be registered for at least 12 credits)
• Must have completed 60 college credits at York
• Minimum of 3.25 GPA or higher at the time of application, and must be maintained
• Majoring in Environmental Health, Geology, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry

To encourage and recognize an outstanding junior or senior majoring in English. This award is given to support the student's continued study at the College.
 

Requirements:

• Matriculated undergraduate student
• Junior Class Standing
• Minimum 60-90  earned credits 
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA or greater
• Declared English Major

Selection:  The recipient will be selected by the English Department Scholarship Committee.

• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Declared Major in Music
• Full-Time Student
• Upper Freshman- Lower Senior

• One recipient will receive $1000 
• Funds for Scholarships can be used towards tuition and books up to the cost of attendance.
• Selection will be made in the Winter Semester
• Disbursement will be made once all required documents have been submitted
• Prior recipients are not eligible to apply

• Academic excellence: the University of Oxford is one of the most competitive graduate environments in the world and applicants must meet or exceed the entry requirements of their chosen course. (Candidates will have a greater chance of successful admission if they have a First Class Honours or GPA of 3.70/4.00 or higher, or equivalent).
• Energy to use their talents to the full (as demonstrated by success in areas such as sports, music, debate, dance, theatre, and artistic pursuits, including where teamwork is involved).
• The Virtues: truth, courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for and protection of the weak, kindliness, unselfishness and fellowship.
• Moral force of character and instincts to lead, and to take an interest in their fellow human beings.

The Dr. Taen-Yu Dai Memorial Award was established to honor his legacy of supporting graduating seniors who plan to continue their studies in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 3.3 GPA or higher
• Declared in Mathematics, Computer Science, or an adjacent field.
• Full-Time Student
• graduating senior of the class of 2025 (degree must have been confirmed Summer 2024, Fall 2024, or Spring 2025)
• Pursuing an advanced degree within the field (Master, PhD, etc.) or adjacent field (i.e., MBA).

• Award amount varies and is currently unavailable until mid-May 
• Funds for Scholarships can be used towards tuition and books
• Final selection will be made by an award review committee 
• Disbursement will be made once all required documentation has been submitted
• Prior recipients are not eligible to apply

Honors the contributions of continuing generations of immigrants and refugees to the United States. The program is intended for immigrants and children of immigrants in the United States. 

To be eligible, your birth parents must have both been born outside of the US as non-US citizens, and both parents must not have been eligible for US citizenship at the time of their births.

Established to assist those in need of financial aid to further their education. Based in New York City, the Roothbert Fund operates as a volunteer organization. Through scholarship, The Fund supports fellows’ graduate or undergraduate study at an accredited institution based in the United States.