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    MVCC Scholarships (Deadlines Vary)
    Click here for the Mohawk Valley Community College Foundation Scholarship Application. MVCC offers several scholarships for prospective students, however, you must apply! For a listing of scholarships, click here. Each scholarship has a specified application deadline and specific criteria for eligibility. Please check the application deadline carefully before you apply to ensure you will have enough time to complete the process. Please also read the eligibility criteria carefully – if you have questions about the criteria, please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at MVCC at the Utica Campus, 1101 Sherman Drive, Payne Hall room 220 or call (315) 792-5555. The office is open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

    MyScholly 
    Scholly has scholarships for high school students and current college students. Scholly's adaptive matching engine will find the scholarships you qualify for in seconds, without sign-ups or long forms that ask for your personal information.

    NYS Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC)
    The New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) is the State's student financial aid agency, helping people pay for college by administering 19 student financial aid programs, including TAP, a highly successful College Savings program, and offering guidance to students, families and counselors. Find scholarships for STEM, Merit, and much more on the HESC website SchoolSoup (Deadlines Vary)
    The SchoolSoup's Scholarship Directory allows you to browse through their list of scholarships worth over $40 billion. The scholarship list helps you find scholarships that you may be interested in or heard of but may not have been listed in your personal scholarship profile match. Matches are based upon the profile setting that you enter into our scholarship matching application.

    SUNY CAMPUS Scholarships (Deadlines Vary)
    Explore scholarship opportunities at each SUNY campus.

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    National Fraud Information Center (NFIC)
     - File an online complaint at www.fraud.org

    Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - File an online complaint at www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams
    Call 1-877-FTC-HELP (877-382-4357)
    Write to: Federal Trade Commission 
    Consumer Response Center 
    600 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
    Washington, DC 20580

    State Attorney General's Office - File your complaint with the Consumer Protection Division @ www.naag.org

    US Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) - File an online complaint involving mail fraud @
    www.postalinspectors.uspis.gov
    Call the crime hotline - 1-877-876-2455
    Write - Inspection Service Support Group 
    222 S. Riverside Plaza, Ste. 1250
    Chicago, IL 60606-6100

    Better Business Bureau (BBB) - File an online complaint about a business @ www.bbb.org

  • Scholarships for the class of 2024 will appear in multiple locations:

    On this page, senior google classroom as well as the scholarship wall in the counseling office. The document container below will hold electronic copies of scholarship applications.

    You can find the codes to sign up with your counselor.

    Scholarship/Deadline

    Description

     MVCA Scholarship Use link attached to apply. Due May 20th.

    Apply
    NYS AHPERD Scholarship






    NYS AHPERD Scholarship.pdf
    1. Student must fill out attached application

    2. Student must have an 85+ GPA

    3. Must be majoring in Physical Education and /or Health Education

    4. Must have a letter of recommendation

    5. Must write an essay/resume as to how a $500 scholarship and a one year membership in NVS AHPERD will help you.

    Due 5/20

     Oneida Rotary Scholarship





    Oneida Rotary Scholarship.pdf

    1. Student attending college

    2. Student must complete the attached application

    3. Student must write a Rotary 4-way test essay

    (instructions provided on application)

    4. Student must write a 250-500 word essay regarding future plans and goals

    5. Student must include their activity sheet and transcript

    DUE 4/30/24

    Dick Davis American Legion Scholarship

    Dick Davis American Legion Scholarship.pdf 
     See attached cover letter. Application due in the counseling office by 4/10 
    Richard Shay Human Services Award 


    Richard Shay Human Services Award 2024 - Background Info.pdf
    Richard Shay Human Services Award - application form.pdf
     See attached cover letter and application for more information. Mail in app by April 30th


    Richard Shay Award
     Oneida Lake Association Scholarship


    Oneida Lake Association Scholarship.pdf

    1. Students must be fill out the attached application

    2. Students must provide 2 brief letters of reference from teachers, employers or environmental leaders.

    3. Return to the Counseling Office by: 4/8/24 and we can mail them for you, as they are due by 4/15/24 to donor

    Ted Hanifin Memorial Scholarship 






    Hanifin Scholarship.pdf

    1. Graduating senior who is pursuing a skilled trade

    2. Strong leadership skills within family & school community

    3. Demonstrated a high work ethic, throughout high school career

    4. Write an essay as to why you feel you are deserving of this scholarship, attach it to this cover sheet and return to Counseling Office

    Due 4/12/24

    Durhamville ANM Veteran's Club Award 

    Durhamville ANM Veterans Club Award.pdf
    APPLICATION ATTACHED must be completed. Eligible if you will attend 2/ 4 year college.

    Return by the due date to the Counseling Office. 

    Due date: April 17, 2024 

     Fireman's Career Award







    Firemen's Career Award.pdf

    REQUIRED:

    1. Student must be a self starter, be self disciplined, courageous, dependable, strong, both physically and mentally and also show good judgment
    2. Student must be accepted into an AAS or BA fire, medical or healthcare program
    3. Activity sheet showing participation in civic types of programs or public service
    4. Essay describing future plans and goals
    Due 4/5/24
    ANDREW D ROSSETTI SCHOLARSHIP 


    Rossetti Scholarship.pdf
    2024 Rossetti Scholarship Application.pdf
    2024 Rossetti Scholarship Appraisal.pdf
    Are you a high school senior who is planning to pursue a career in teaching? We may have a scholarship for you. The Andrew D. Rossetti Scholarship Committee is planning to award two $2,500 scholarships this year.
    Award winners are selected on the basis of academic excellence, community service, and demonstrated commitment to the value of education.

    Due 4/18
    ACCESS FCU SCHOLARSHIP 




    AccessFCU Scholarship.pdf
    REQUIRED: Student must be a member of ACCESS FCU and in good standing. Student must be attending college or furthering education. Complete attached application (typed or printed NEATLY)
    Attach with application:
    -transcript
    -3 letters of reference

    Due date: 4/15/24

    JAYDEN DONALDSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 





    Jayden Donaldson Memorial Scholarship.pdf
     1. Graduating senior who is pursuing a career in a medical/community related field, a civil service type such as police,paramedic, fire dept, emergency services, US Military, security
    2. Student may be attending college, military, trade school, etc
    3. Activity Sheet listing examples of
    leadership/community service
    4. Write an essay explaining why you're choosing this field. Also describe future goals and be detailed. Attach it all to this cover sheet and return to Counseling Office

    Due 3/27/24
    SENECA STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP


    Seneca Street Elementary P.T.O. Scholarship.pdf 
     The Seneca Street Parent Teacher Organization and Faculty Association will be awarding two - $500 scholarships for graduating Oneida High School Seniors who graduated from fifth grade (the last grade offered at Seneca Street Elementary School). 

    Attached application due 3/28/2024
     Oneida County Magistrates Association Scholarship


    Oneida County Magistrates Association Scholarship.pdf
     1. Student must complete the attached application

    2. Senior who will pursue a degree in criminal justice, law enforcement or a field closely related

    3. Attach it all to this cover sheet and return to Counseling Office (We will mail for you on 4/12/24)

    DUE 4/12/24

    Sandy J. Candido Memorial Scholarship

    Candido 
     For graduating seniors pursing a degree in education. See attached for other requirements. Deadline is April 4, 2024
     Robert Urtz III Scholarship

    RobertUrtzScholarship
     Due 4/5/24. Digital copies attached, physical apps can be found in the counseling office. 
    Greater Utica Hall of Fame Scholarship

    GreaterUticaSportsHallofFame
     Due 4/30/24. Digital copies attached, physical apps can be found in the counseling office. 
     David Fountain Memorial Scholarship

    David Fountain Memorial Scholarship.pdf
    Due 4/5/24. Digital copies attached, physical apps can be found in the counseling office. 
     Craig Duncan Future Educators Award

    Craig Duncan Award.pdf
    Due 3/22/24. Digital copies attached, physical apps can be found in the counseling office. 
     Norene Garlock Scholarship

    Norene Garlok.pdf
     Due 3/22/24. Digital copies attached, physical apps can be found in the counseling office. 
    Margaret King Moore Essay Contest   Essay contact due 4/5. See prompt in the counseling office
    Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship















    2024 Vocational Scholarship Flyer.pdf 

    Applicants to the Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship Program must:

     

    • Be a U.S. Citizen.
    • Be a high school senior OR high school graduate (or GED equivalent).
    • Have not earned a bachelor’s degree prior to the 2024-25 academic year.
    • Be currently enrolled or planning to enroll full-time or part-time (minimum of 6 credit hours) by the Fall 2024 semester at one of the following types of accredited institutions: vocational technical school, trade school, two-year.
    • Be pursuing an associate’s degree, credit-bearing certificate or an industry-recognized credential, in one of the fields of study below, with an anticipated completion date no earlier than December 2024 and no later than June 2027:

     

    • Computer & Information Sciences
    • Engineering
    • Engineering Technologies
    • Mechanic & Repair Technologies
    • Advanced Manufacturing
    Oneida Foundation Scholarship 

    2024 Senior Letter.Spring Foundation scholarship.docx
    2024 FoundationScholarshipApp.docx
     $1000 Scholarship available. Applications are available under the district webapge or attached, will be mailed home or see Mrs. Friend-Griffing in the counseling office.

    ** Please note the updated fillable form, you have to hit enter to go to the next field. If you are having problems, you can duplicate the form into work and type in the information.

    The Hagan Scholarship 


     

     

    1 13 24 2024 HSF BROCHURE su3.pdf

    The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. Applicants must graduate from a high school located in the United States. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2022 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts, and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship good for up to four additional consecutive semesters.
     JEAN M. COON HUMANITARIAN AWARD 

    Zonta Jean M. Coon.pdf
    $1000 scholarship available given to students for outstanding community service. Applications are due 2/16/24 and can be found at www.zonta.org or see Mrs. Friend- Griffing in the counseling office.
     YOUNG WOMEN IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS AWARD

    Zonta YWPA.pdf 
    A $500 scholarship available for young women who have shown exemplary leadership skills and are committed to the greater cause of the public service. Applications are due 2/16/24 and can be found at www.zonta.org or see Mrs. Friend- Griffing in the counseling office.
    AIR AND WASTE MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP 









    2024 AWMA Scholarship Criteria.pdf
    2024 AWMA Scholarship App Form.pdf
    Sponsored by the CNY Chapter of the Air & Waste Management Association (AWMA). Graduating high school seniors and current college students may be eligible for scholarship grants of up to $1,500.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • High School graduates entering college in 2024 or current college

    students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate level programs.

    • Applicants must be enrolled in an environmentally related degree program.

    • Applicants do not have to be AWMA members or a relative of a

    member.

    • Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student (12 credit-hours or more) for the Fall 2024 semester.

    • Applicants must be residents of or going to college in the Central New York region.

    AMERICU FEDERAL CU SCHOLARSHIP 





















    AmeriCU ScholarshipApp Fillable.pdf 
    Eligibility is open to all AmeriCU Credit Union members in good standing (excluding employees, Directors,Committe Members, Volunteers and their immediate families).

    •The member must be attending an accredited college, university or other institution of higher learning during the next academic year on a full-time basis.

    •The applicant must be a member of AmeriCU Credit Union in good standing (not a joint member).

    Application Process:

    To apply, eligible members will need the following items: (CHECK AFTER EACH COMPLETION)

    •Typed (or neatly printed) and fully completed application

    •Copies of your school transcripts (official transcripts are not necessary)

    •One (1) letter of reference

    •Typed, double spaced essay

    •Your own AmeriCU Credit Union account (must be a prime member)

    •Your signed application

    •All complete Scholarship Program Applications must be received by the Scholarship Committee no later than January 5. The mailing address is: AmeriCU Credit Union

    Attn: Scholarship Committee1916 Black River Blvd.

    Rome, NY 13440-2498

    •Remember to include copies of all your transcripts, one letter of recommendation and your original essay.

     CNY STEM SCHOLARSHIPS  8 CNY STEM companies have partnered with CNY Stem Hub to present the 2020 CNY STEM Scholarship Program. Please visit www.cnystem.com for more information. The application deadline is March 15, 2024.

     GPO Federal Credit Union Scholarship


    GPO Scholarship Application 2024 NEW.pdf

    To be eligible, students must be college-bound high school seniors at the time of application, a member of GPO FCU, attending for the first time in the fall of 2024. Applicants will be judged based upon their academic achievements, extracurricular and community activities and the quality of a written essay. Applications can be found on left or in the counseling office.

    Application deadline is January 5, 2024. Submit completed applications to the counseling office or online.