Scholarships

Check this page periodically for new updates. Applications/information for each scholarship can also be retrieved in the High School Guidance & Counseling Office.

American Society of Military Comptrollers Scholarship

The American Society of Military Comptrollers, CNY Leatherstocking Chapter, sponsors a scholarship program for graduating high school seniors who demonstrate exemplary leadership abilities, an interest in the financial management career field, and academic promise.

The CNY Leatherstocking Chapter will award one $500 scholarship, one $300 scholarship and one $200 scholarship, and National ASMC will award 11 scholarships. Two winners at the local level will automatically be considered at the National level.

Prior years, the National ASMC scholarships were: One $3,000 scholarship, five $2,000 scholarships, and five $1,000 scholarships. Winners at the $3,000 and $2,000 levels may reapply each year to receive $1,500 and $1,000 respectively for the following three academic years.

The ASMC Scholarships are for students entering the fields of Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or Economics.

Applicants must submit and application and two letters of recommendation: one from the high school principal, academic dean or guidance counselor, and one from either a community organization, religious organization or employer.

How to Apply

Application forms are available from the high school guidance office.

Address:
Jennifer Dorsino
8088 Glenwood Drive
Rome, NY 13440

For further information, please contact Jennifer Dorsino, (315) 335-9762 after 4 p.m.

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Creative Opportunities Unlimited Odyssey of the Mind Scholarship

Creative Opportunities Unlimited (COU) offers a scholarship for students participating in the Odyssey of the Mind program. COU is an independent, non-profit, tax-exempt corporation that rewards students who have demonstrated creative problem-solving skills, good sportsmanship, perseverance, and teamwork.

Learn more at Creative Opportunities Unlimited.

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Elks Scholarships – National & NYS

Elks National Foundation Scholarships

The Elks National Foundation (ENF) offers scholarships including the Most Valuable Student (MVS) and Legacy Awards. Visit the Elks Scholarship website to learn more.

New York State Elks Association Scholarships

The New York State Elks Association (NYSEA) offers a $1,000 per year scholarship competition to New York state high school seniors and undergraduate students who are eligible. The details and forms are available on the NYSEA website along with national awards links. Esperance Elks Lodge #2507 currently has five scholars receiving the scholarship.

High school seniors entering the NYSEA scholarship contest must first apply for the Most Valuable Student (MVS) national scholarship and then attach the NYSEA cover letter to a copy of the MVS application to apply. The application must be filed at the Esperance Elks Lodge.

• MVS application

The NYSEA application for undergraduate college students applying for the NYSEA scholarship award for the first time is open to current freshman, sophomore or juniors who can apply for the scholarship. They are competing alongside high school seniors, but as long as they are an undergraduate, they can apply. The application must include both the cover letter and the application. The application must be filed at the Esperance Lodge.

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Fields of Grace Outreach Inspiring Senior Award

Schoharie CSD seniors are invited to apply for the Fields of Grace Outreach Inspiring Senior Award ($100) by completing an application (worth 10 points) and submitting it along with an essay (worth 30 points) and photo to their guidance office or by mail. Applications are available in the guidance office.

The Fields of Grace Outreach is an organization designed to help develop the potential of youth in Schoharie County. By engaging in positive activities, youth are able to acquire life skills and achieve success.

Requirements

• Must be a resident of Schoharie County, NY.
• Must be a graduating senior attending a Schoharie County High School or a qualified home-school program.

One award will be presented to a senior from each Schoharie County High School or home-school in: Cobleskill-Richmondville, Gilboa-Conesville, Jefferson, Middleburgh, Schoharie, and Sharon Springs. In the event of a tie, the Award Committee reserves the right to award two individuals from the same school district.

• Must be enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year undergraduate program for the upcoming fall semester. (Winter enrollments must be verified.)

Please attach a senior photo to be used in social media, i.e. FB, website, etc.

Essay: [30 points]

Typewritten preferred; max. 4 pages, double-spaced; attach to application. Please be sure to respond to all three parts completely. Spelling, grammar, and mechanics will be factored into scoring.

Part A [10 points]: Describe two or three ideas for innovative events, programs, or activities to enhance the lives of youth in Schoharie County, as well as advancing the mission of Fields of Grace Outreach.

Part B [10 points]: Thinking about your extra-curricular experiences, highlight the skills/abilities/talents you developed that will help you attain your goals in the future.

Part C [10 points]: Choose one of the innovative ideas you suggested in Part A. Discuss how the skills you gained could be used to carry out the idea and further our mission.

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Firemen’s Association of the State of New York Scholarship

Attention Junior firefighters, Explorers and RAMS: The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) will be awarding 25 $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors entering college. 

Access more information about the Gerard J. Buckenmeyer Memorial FASNY Volunteer Scholarship.

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First New York Federal Credit Union Scholarship

The First New York Scholarship Program awards four scholarships in the amounts of $1,000 to $2,500.

Learn more about the First New York Scholarship Program.

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GE Reagan Scholarship Program

The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Easy to apply and will change students’ lives.

Learn more about the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship program.

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HESC: NYS Grants & Scholarships

The Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) is New York State’s higher education student financial aid agency. HESC awards nearly $1 billion in financial aid to more than 330,000 students each year through:

• New York’s Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
• 25+ State scholarship and loan forgiveness programs
• New York’s 529 College Savings Program
• Financial aid outreach programs for students and families

Visit the HESC NYS Grants & Scholarships website.

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Horatio Alger Scholarship

While most other scholarships focus exclusively on academic achievement or leadership potential, Horatio Alger Scholarships are also intended for promising students who have critical financial need, demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and are determined to succeed.

Learn more about scholarships available from the Horatio Alger Association.

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New York Insurance Foundation Scholarship

The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation, Inc. recognizes and supports individuals interested in pursuing a career in insurance. Scholarships are awarded annually to individuals who embody the qualities necessary to excel in the insurance industry.

The scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $2,000 to be used by the recipient to offset the costs associated with pursuing an undergraduate degree.

Applications are available in the guidance office.

Application Process

1. Complete the attached scholarship application. Be sure to complete both pages. Fill out all relevant information. If the information does not pertain to you please indicate that it is not applicable.
2. Submit with your application an essay (approximately 500 words), two letters of reference and a copy of your official transcript. The essay should address why you are interested in pursuing a career in the insurance industry and how your current studies will assist you in this endeavor.
3. Send all materials to:
   New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
   c/o New York Insurance Association, Inc.
   130 Washington Avenue
   Albany, New York 12210

Selection Criteria

1. A person matriculated in an accredited college or university as a candidate for a baccalaureate or advanced degree.
2. Scholastic standing.
3. Desire to work in the insurance industry.
4. Community involvement/volunteer work.
5. Not receiving or eligible for full reimbursement for the expenses of tuition, board, books, etc. from another source.

Rockwell Scholarship – Junior League of Albany

The Junior League of Albany awards the Rockwell Scholarship each year in the amount of $1,000 to assist one young woman to help obtain the education and skills necessary to further her volunteer potential.

Learn more about the Rockwell Scholarship.

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Schoharie Arc Jean Emerson Scholarship Program

The Jean Emerson Scholarship provides financial assistance for higher education to Schoharie County residents enrolled in the human services fields.

Two scholarships of up to $1,000 per calendar year will be available annually to individuals who plan to pursue or continue their career in providing care, education or assistance to people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

Eligible candidates must be accepted or enrolled into an accredited college, university, or accredited online college program. The scholarship will be prorated for students who are enrolled part time. Fulltime students are defined as those students enrolled in 15 or more credit hours per semester. Recipient are eligible to reapply for the scholarship annually.

How to Apply

The completed application form, which is available from the Guidance Office, MUST be accompanied by:
– Two letters of recommendation (one personal and one educational/professional)
– An essay of no more than 1,000 words stating your reasons for pursuing a career working with people who have intellectual and other developmental disabilities as well as your professional goals.

Deadline for Application

Applications must be received by the Schoharie Arc typically in the beginning of May. The address is on the application form and below.

Awarding of Funds

The Schoharie Arc will award up to $500 to full-time scholarship recipients at the end of each successfully completed semester. (The scholarship will be prorated for students who are enrolled part time.)

In order to receive funds, recipients must submit the registrar’s notification that they have successfully completed the course work at the completion of each semester to:
Schoharie Arc Foundation,
PO Box 307
Schoharie, NY 12157

About Jean Emerson

The Jean Emerson Scholarship Award honors Jean Emerson and her outstanding and dedicated service to the Schoharie Arc and the field of education. Jean was a pioneer in the field of education and higher learning. During her career, Jean was chair of the Early Childhood Department at SUNY Cobleskill. Under her direction, SUNY Cobleskill developed one of the first successful Head Start Programs, which became a national model.

Jean often stated that the key to knowledge is in the pursuit of education. She was a fierce advocate for the human and civil rights of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

A member of the Schoharie Arc Board of Directors from 1975 to 1993, Jean served as a active member on many committees. Jean also was a Board of Governor Representative for NYSARC, Inc. from 1982 to 1987, serving on a number of NYSARC committees as well.

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Schoharie Medical Society Essay Scholarship

Eligibility

High School Seniors pursuing a career in a health-related field. Applicants must reside in or attend school in Schoharie County.

Requirements

• Essay must be on a health or mental health issue that has affected you, a family member or your community, 2000-word maximum. Essay style.
• Statement outlining what profession the candidate plans to pursue.
• GPA of 85% or greater.
• Submission of up-to-date transcript.

Send applications to:
Attention: Dr. Darah Wright
Schoharie Medical Society
136 Parkway Dr.
Cobleskill, NY 12043

Scholarship Award: $1,000

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SUNY Cobleskill Coby Premier Scholarship

SUNY Cobleskill is proud to announce a new scholarship program designed to target early admissions applicants who are typically the strongest applicants, yet the least likely to enroll at the College. We are also extending a special housing incentive to local high school graduates that will allow them to experience all the great things that our campus has to offer at an incredibly affordable price.

How Does the Program Work?

Scholarships offered under the Coby Premier Program will be renewable up to four years, providing the student is in good academic standing. We expect to award 250 Coby Premier scholarships to new students entering for the Fall semester. With the new program, we will strategically bundle our existing campus resources in an effort to increase occupancy in our residence halls, boost overall enrollment and retention, and increase yield in academic programs where capacity exists.

The bundling formula will include existing Foundation and state budget resources currently devoted to scholarship support and contributions from Residence Life and CAS. This new initiative will serve to enhance the vital support we receive from our scholarship and endowment donors, and create an even more robust scholarship package for students.

Three Components of the Program

Most scholarships will now be offered programmatically as part of the financial aid packaging process. The following three groups will each be uniquely targeted:

• New York state residents could be eligible for $2000-$4000 per year.
• Out of state students could be eligible for $3000-$5000 per year.
• Local high school graduates are eligible for a $4000-$6000 Coby-Wise housing grant.

Important Things to Know

• Scholarship consideration requires a completed FAFSA application.
• On-campus housing is required for all recipients.
• Coby Premier scholarships will not reduce an Excelsior “Free Tuition” Scholarship.

The Coby-Wise housing grant is available to graduates of Schoharie, Jefferson, Cobleskill-Richmondville, Middleburgh, Sharon Springs, Berne-Knox-Westerlo, Duanesburg and Gilboa-Conesville.

Questions?

Contact Student Financial Services at (518) 255-5623.

View other SUNY Cobleskill scholarships and endowments.

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Swingtime Jazz Society Lee Shaw Scholarship Fund

The Lee Shaw Scholarship is awarded to one high school senior proficient in any instrument, including voice, who is continuing on to jazz music studies in college.

Retrieve more information about the Lee Shaw Scholarship Fund.

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