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Applications for scholarships for 2024-25 open on April 2.
Each scholarship has a specific set of criteria to determine eligibility.
To apply, students must log in by selecting the red “Sign In” button above using their Empire State University e-mail address and password and submit the General Application. Upon completion of the General Application, you will be automatically matched with scholarships for which you meet the criteria. After submitting the General Application, students will have the ability to submit supplemental information for any scholarships that require additional materials by selecting the red “Apply” button next to each individual opportunity.
To be eligible for SUNY Empire Foundation scholarships, students must meet the following criteria unless otherwise indicated in the scholarship-specific guidelines:
- Many of our scholarships are need-based, and to qualify students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and have financial need as determined by the FAFSA. Students who are ineligible to submit a FAFSA may contact the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@sunyempire.edu for an alternate means to determine financial need.
- Student must be matriculated and have completed at least eight (8) credits with Empire State University
- Student must have the appropriate GPA indicating successful academic progress
- Student must have completed at least 80% of the coursework they have enrolled in (Note: No more than 20% of courses can be incompletes, no credits, administrative withdrawals, etc.)
- Both part-time and full-time students are eligible
Questions: Indicates that additional application information will be required. To apply for these opportunities, students must first submit a General Application, then may submit an application via Recommended Opportunities under the Opportunities tab.
Deadline: The date by which applications are due in order to receive consideration.
Award: The amount stated is for general information purposes and not a guarantee of what you may receive if awarded. Actual award amounts can vary. Students selected to receive scholarships will be notified via e-mail to their SUNY Empire address.
Actions: The majority of our scholarships require only the General Application to apply; these indicate “None” under “Action”. A limited number of scholarships require additional information for consideration; these indicate “Apply” under “Action”. These additional scholarships can be accessed after submitting the General Application, by viewing Recommended Opportunities under the Opportunities tab.
Contact scholarships@sunyempire.edu with any questions. Per college policy, all communications must be made through your SUNY Empire email account (@sunyempire.edu). If you need any assistance using that account, you may contact the SUNY Empire IT Service Desk. To ensure email communication preferences are up to date, students can visit SUNY Empire Student Email Forward Settings.
Award | Name | Actions |
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Varies |
Keith and Laura Martin Scholarship
Available to undergraduate students pursuing studies in visual,...
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Ended |
Varies |
Latino Heritage Scholarship
Awarded to undergraduate Hispanic/Latino students, with first preference...
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Ended |
Varies |
Louis Levine Scholarship
The Louis Levine Scholarship is available to undergraduate students...
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Ended |
$800 |
Marjorie Meinhardt '77 Scholarship
Established in honor of alumna and long-time Empire State University...
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Ended |
$800 |
Mary Wilt '87 Scholarship
Established by late alumna Mary Wilt ’87, this scholarship is available...
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Ended |
$1,100 |
Mazzetti Family Scholarship
For any student, with preference for family members of Empire State...
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Ended |
Varies |
Michael Lamanna Memorial Scholarship
Provides support for students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Teaching...
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Ended |
$1,500.00 |
Mohawk Valley Medical Associates Nursing Scholarship
Awarded to nursing students from the nine-county Mohawk Valley...
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Ended |
$1,200 |
Monte & Hilda Trammer Scholarship
Established by former SUNY Empire Foundation board member Monte Trammer,...
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Ended |
$1,300 |
Nan M. DiBello Scholarship for Western NY Students
Established through the generosity of faculty member Nan M. DiBello. The...
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Ended |
$800 |
Nancy A. McLachlin '81 Scholarship
Established through the estate of alumna Nancy A. McLachlin ‘81. The...
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Ended |
Varies |
Nancy Gathings Bunch Scholarship
Established by Metropolitan Center retired Dean Nancy Gathings Bunch,...
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Ended |
Varies |
New York Community Bank Foundation Scholarship
The New York Community Bank Foundation Scholarship will be awarded to...
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Ended |
Varies |
New York Community Bank Foundation Scholarship in Nursing
Recipients will be selected on the basis of financial need,...
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Ended |
$1,200 |
Niagara Frontier Center Alumni/Student Association Scholarship
This scholarship is available to undergraduate students who reside in...
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Ended |
$800 |
Ortiz Family Scholarship
The Ortiz Family Scholarship is established to promote diversity in the...
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Ended |
$1,500 |
Patrick Beldotti '75 Scholarship
For undergraduate students studying issues facing the American family....
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Ended |
$1,100 |
Peter Gilbert Scholarship
Established in honor and memory of Mentor Peter Gilbert, this is...
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Ended |
$400 |
Peter Silverhart Scholarship
Established by former SUNY Empire Foundation board member Sondra...
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Ended |
$1,200 |
Pope Family Scholarship
Established in 2022 through the generosity of Rodney Pope and family....
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Ended |
Varies |
Ram Lal Seekri Scholarship
Established in 2024 through the generosity of Professor Raj P. Seekri...
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Ended |
Varies |
Richard L. Brodsky Scholarship for Public Service
The Richard L. Brodsky Scholarship for Public Service was established to...
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Ended |
Varies |
Robert '96 and Carol Johnson Scholarship
Established by former SUNY Empire Foundation board member Robert Johnson...
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Ended |
$1,000 |
Robert Ehrmann '78 Scholarship
Established in 2023 through an estate gift from the late Robert Ehrmann...
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Ended |
$1,200 |
Robert Milton Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of late mentor Robert Milton, the scholarship will...
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Ended |
Varies |
Robert R. Rodgers Scholarship
For Niagara Frontier students studying human development, community and...
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Ended |
Varies |
Roger L. '81 and Mary Kresge Scholarship
Established in memory of alumnus Roger Kresge ’81 and his wife Mary,...
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Ended |
$1,200 |
Roth Family Scholarship
For Long Island students – preference for police, fire, or first...
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Ended |
$1,500 |
Sal and June Rubino Scholarship
Established by the late Sal and June Rubino, the scholarship will be...
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Ended |
$2,000 |
Sonia Rita Usatch ’97 Creative Writing Scholarship
Established through the generosity of Sonia Usatch-Kuhn ‘97. The...
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Ended |
$1,700 |
Stephen C. Kasper Scholarship
The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students...
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Ended |
Varies |
Stewart W. and Willma C. Hoyt Foundation Broome County Scholarship
Established by the Stewart W. and Willma C. Hoyt Foundation, this...
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Ended |
Varies |
Susan and Bill Dake Graduate Scholarship
The Susan and Bill Dake Scholarship will be awarded to students with...
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Ended |
Varies |
T. Urling & Mabel B. Walker '79 Scholarship
Established by the late Tom Walker and his wife Mabel Walker ’79, this...
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Ended |
Varies |
T. Urling & Mabel B. Walker ‘79 Scholarship in Nursing
Established in 2009 by late Empire State University alumna and former...
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Ended |
Varies |
The Adirondack Trust Company Scholarship
Established by the Adirondack Trust Company, this scholarship provides...
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Ended |
Varies |
The Fund for Empire State University Scholarship
Thanks to the generosity of our donors to The Fund for SUNY Empire, this...
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Ended |
Varies |
Toni R. Schwartz Scholarship
Established by longtime faculty mentor Toni Schwartz, this scholarship...
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Ended |
$1,500 |
Torres-Wilczewski Scholarship
For minority students, or students of Polish descent.
The...
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Ended |
$1,200 |
Turner Family Scholarship
Established in 2022 through the generosity of Ann S. Turner ’86, former...
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Ended |
Varies |
Virginia Weiss '88 Scholarship
Established through a bequest from alumna Virginia Weiss ’88, this...
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Ended |
$1,000 |
Visher Family Scholarship
Established in 2021 through the generosity of alumna Melva D. Visher...
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Ended |
Varies |
Warren and Hortence Cochrane Scholarship
Established through a bequest made by Tutor Hortence Cochrane, this...
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Ended |
$1,300 |
William and Patricia Delaney Scholarship
The scholarship is available to students who meet the Foundation’s...
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Ended |
$1,700 |
Xenia Coulter Scholarship
Established by alumni, faculty and friends to pay tribute to former...
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Ended |
Up to 8 credits per term |
Morton Bahr '83 Distance Learning Scholarship
For undergraduate distance learning students – preference for members of...
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Ended |
Varies |
Nicholas Pekearo Scholarship in Creative Writing
For Creative Writing students.
Established in memory of SUNY Empire...
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Ended |
$1,000 |
Empire State University - Stewart's Shops Community College Scholarship
For graduates of regional community colleges.
Through the generosity of...
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Ended |
Tuition and fees |
Richard Porter Leach Fellowship
For ESTABLISHED PERFORMING ARTISTS, undergraduate students only.
The...
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Ended |
$1,600 |
Amy Stock Memorial Scholarship in Sustainability
For undergraduate female students in the sciences – preference for...
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Ended |