Joel Ayite Ajavon Memorial Scholarship
$4,000
Introduction
This scholarship was created by friends and family in memory of Joel Ayite Ajavon, who passed away far too soon. It supports graduating high school seniors who intend to pursue studies in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, nursing, or trades at a two-year community college in Western New York.
Application period
December 1 to February 28
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors who reside in Monroe County.
- Plan to enroll full-time at a two-year community college in Western New York.
- Have a primary interest in studying science, technology, engineering, mathematics, nursing, or trades.
- Demonstrate financial...
Introduction
This scholarship was created by friends and family in memory of Joel Ayite Ajavon, who passed away far too soon. It supports graduating high school seniors who intend to pursue studies in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, nursing, or trades at a two-year community college in Western New York.
Application period
December 1 to February 28
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors who reside in Monroe County.
- Plan to enroll full-time at a two-year community college in Western New York.
- Have a primary interest in studying science, technology, engineering, mathematics, nursing, or trades.
- Demonstrate financial...
Armenian Scholarship Fund
$4,000
Purpose
To help graduating high school seniors who plan careers in medicine, science, or music with college costs. Applicants of Armenian descent will receive special consideration.
Application window
Applications are accepted from December 1 through February 28.
Number and amount of awards
One scholarship of $4,000 is offered. It is awarded as $1,000 per year for up to four consecutive undergraduate years. The Foundation issues the award to the recipient’s school in the fall as a single payment that is then applied equally to the fall and spring semesters.
Permitted uses
Funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, textbooks, and...
Purpose
To help graduating high school seniors who plan careers in medicine, science, or music with college costs. Applicants of Armenian descent will receive special consideration.
Application window
Applications are accepted from December 1 through February 28.
Number and amount of awards
One scholarship of $4,000 is offered. It is awarded as $1,000 per year for up to four consecutive undergraduate years. The Foundation issues the award to the recipient’s school in the fall as a single payment that is then applied equally to the fall and spring semesters.
Permitted uses
Funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, textbooks, and...
Dr. Marlene Caroselli Excellence-in-Communication Scholarship
$5,000
Purpose
This award honors Monroe County high school seniors (and eligible current undergraduates) who consistently excel in both written and oral communication and who intend to pursue college study and a career that depend on strong communication skills.
Application period
December 1 through February 28.
Award amounts and quantity
- The number of recipients and the award amounts vary.
- Awards average $5,000 and will not exceed the cost of tuition.
- An award may be divided among two or more recipients.
Permitted uses
Funds may be applied to tuition, fees, books, and other higher-education–related expenses.
Who is eligible
Applicants...
Purpose
This award honors Monroe County high school seniors (and eligible current undergraduates) who consistently excel in both written and oral communication and who intend to pursue college study and a career that depend on strong communication skills.
Application period
December 1 through February 28.
Award amounts and quantity
- The number of recipients and the award amounts vary.
- Awards average $5,000 and will not exceed the cost of tuition.
- An award may be divided among two or more recipients.
Permitted uses
Funds may be applied to tuition, fees, books, and other higher-education–related expenses.
Who is eligible
Applicants...
Clark Family Mental Health and Disability Scholarship
$7,500
Purpose
This scholarship provides financial assistance to people who are working in—or intend to work in—the fields of developmental disabilities or behavioral health within the eight-county region around Rochester (Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates). The award is intended to strengthen professional practice and increase the workforce serving developmental disabilities and behavioral health.
Application period
December 1 through February 28
Award amount and number of recipients
The count of scholarships and individual award sizes fluctuate from year to year. The typical award is approximately $7,500. Actual award levels are determined by a student’s cost of attendance, demonstrated...
Purpose
This scholarship provides financial assistance to people who are working in—or intend to work in—the fields of developmental disabilities or behavioral health within the eight-county region around Rochester (Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates). The award is intended to strengthen professional practice and increase the workforce serving developmental disabilities and behavioral health.
Application period
December 1 through February 28
Award amount and number of recipients
The count of scholarships and individual award sizes fluctuate from year to year. The typical award is approximately $7,500. Actual award levels are determined by a student’s cost of attendance, demonstrated...
William Jackson Hawley Scholarship
$3,000
Purpose
This need-based scholarship is intended to support a student whose parent has either recently died from cancer or is currently undergoing cancer treatment, helping the student remain enrolled in college and complete a bachelor’s degree when family finances have been disrupted by medical bills or reduced household income caused by cancer.
Award details
- Total fund: One $3,000 award. The award may be divided among two or three recipients.
- Minimum individual amount: $1,000.
- Disbursement: The full award amount is sent to the recipient’s college account in the Fall as a single payment to be applied equally to...
Purpose
This need-based scholarship is intended to support a student whose parent has either recently died from cancer or is currently undergoing cancer treatment, helping the student remain enrolled in college and complete a bachelor’s degree when family finances have been disrupted by medical bills or reduced household income caused by cancer.
Award details
- Total fund: One $3,000 award. The award may be divided among two or three recipients.
- Minimum individual amount: $1,000.
- Disbursement: The full award amount is sent to the recipient’s college account in the Fall as a single payment to be applied equally to...
Louis P. and Betty A. Iacona Nursing Scholarship
$12,000
Purpose
- To offer financial support to students who live in Monroe County and are preparing for a career in nursing.
Who may apply
- Monroe County residents who are planning to enter or are already enrolled in a nursing program at a two- or four-year college or university.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required.
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
- Relevant volunteer or community service experience will be taken into account.
Application window
- Applications are accepted December 1 through February 28.
Award amount and distribution
- One award of $12,000 is available. It is...
Purpose
- To offer financial support to students who live in Monroe County and are preparing for a career in nursing.
Who may apply
- Monroe County residents who are planning to enter or are already enrolled in a nursing program at a two- or four-year college or university.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required.
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
- Relevant volunteer or community service experience will be taken into account.
Application window
- Applications are accepted December 1 through February 28.
Award amount and distribution
- One award of $12,000 is available. It is...
Nautilus Scholarship
$4,000
Purpose
Provide scholarship assistance to Monroe County high school seniors who plan to pursue degrees or programs in architecture, construction, construction management, related technical fields, a trades program, or teacher certification in a STEM discipline.
Application period
Applications accepted December 1 through February 28.
Award amounts and distribution
- One renewable undergraduate scholarship totaling $4,000, intended for students entering a two- or four-year professional degree program. This is awarded as $1,000 per academic year for up to four consecutive undergraduate years. Each annual $1,000 installment is disbursed in the Fall and allocated equally between the Fall and Spring semesters (i.e.,...
Purpose
Provide scholarship assistance to Monroe County high school seniors who plan to pursue degrees or programs in architecture, construction, construction management, related technical fields, a trades program, or teacher certification in a STEM discipline.
Application period
Applications accepted December 1 through February 28.
Award amounts and distribution
- One renewable undergraduate scholarship totaling $4,000, intended for students entering a two- or four-year professional degree program. This is awarded as $1,000 per academic year for up to four consecutive undergraduate years. Each annual $1,000 installment is disbursed in the Fall and allocated equally between the Fall and Spring semesters (i.e.,...
Idaho Power Company Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
Idaho Power’s Douglas E. Sprenger, Kevin M. Whittier and Larry R. Wimer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Overview
Two scholarships of $1,000 each are awarded to Idaho residents. One award is available to a graduating high school student who intends to begin an engineering program at an accredited college in Idaho. The other is open to college students at any academic level who are enrolled in a natural resources program at an accredited Idaho college. Applications must be submitted by March 1, 2026. The application and requirements will be posted on the scholarship website beginning January 1, 2026.
Eligibility
- Graduating high...
Idaho Power’s Douglas E. Sprenger, Kevin M. Whittier and Larry R. Wimer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Overview
Two scholarships of $1,000 each are awarded to Idaho residents. One award is available to a graduating high school student who intends to begin an engineering program at an accredited college in Idaho. The other is open to college students at any academic level who are enrolled in a natural resources program at an accredited Idaho college. Applications must be submitted by March 1, 2026. The application and requirements will be posted on the scholarship website beginning January 1, 2026.
Eligibility
- Graduating high...
ARRL Foundation Scholarship Program
$25,000
Overview
The ARRL Foundation Scholarship Committee is responsible for determining eligibility and making all award decisions. Applicants must complete the online application form; transcripts and any other required supporting documents must be uploaded together with the application—do not send them separately via email. Many scholarships require additional items (for example, a recommendation letter from a current officer of an ARRL‑affiliated club). Applications missing required transcripts or supplementary documents will not be considered. Tentative notifications to selected recipients will be sent by early June 2024 by USPS and email. Scholarship checks are issued directly to the recipient’s school and are scheduled...
Overview
The ARRL Foundation Scholarship Committee is responsible for determining eligibility and making all award decisions. Applicants must complete the online application form; transcripts and any other required supporting documents must be uploaded together with the application—do not send them separately via email. Many scholarships require additional items (for example, a recommendation letter from a current officer of an ARRL‑affiliated club). Applications missing required transcripts or supplementary documents will not be considered. Tentative notifications to selected recipients will be sent by early June 2024 by USPS and email. Scholarship checks are issued directly to the recipient’s school and are scheduled...
MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship
$2,000
Overview
The MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship recognizes students who have shown dedication to pursuing careers in the health and human services sector.
Award amount and number
MSSA will grant two (2) undergraduate scholarships, each worth $2,000.
Who is eligible
Only applications that satisfy every eligibility requirement will be considered. Applicants must:
- Hold active MSSA membership and maintain that membership for the duration of the award period. Student membership is free; details are available on the MSSA website.
- Be enrolled in an accredited degree program at a nonprofit college or university.
- Be declared in a major related to health...
Overview
The MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship recognizes students who have shown dedication to pursuing careers in the health and human services sector.
Award amount and number
MSSA will grant two (2) undergraduate scholarships, each worth $2,000.
Who is eligible
Only applications that satisfy every eligibility requirement will be considered. Applicants must:
- Hold active MSSA membership and maintain that membership for the duration of the award period. Student membership is free; details are available on the MSSA website.
- Be enrolled in an accredited degree program at a nonprofit college or university.
- Be declared in a major related to health...
NATAS College/Graduate Scholarships
$6,000
Overview
The Chicago/Midwest Chapter of NATAS supports students throughout our region. Through the Foundation of the Chicago/Midwest Chapter of NATAS (a 501(c)(3) organization), we award up to $36,000 in scholarships each year. In addition to college and high-school award programs, the Chapter runs an active Junior Board composed of students and emerging professionals.
Important deadline
Regular application deadline: Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Who is eligible
You may apply if all of the following are true:
- You are enrolled at an accredited college or university located within the Chapter’s ADI (area of dominant influence) for the television markets listed below,...
Overview
The Chicago/Midwest Chapter of NATAS supports students throughout our region. Through the Foundation of the Chicago/Midwest Chapter of NATAS (a 501(c)(3) organization), we award up to $36,000 in scholarships each year. In addition to college and high-school award programs, the Chapter runs an active Junior Board composed of students and emerging professionals.
Important deadline
Regular application deadline: Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Who is eligible
You may apply if all of the following are true:
- You are enrolled at an accredited college or university located within the Chapter’s ADI (area of dominant influence) for the television markets listed below,...
UMSA Foundation Scholarship Program
$3,000
Introduction
The UMSA Foundation has established a scholarship program to further its work in cross-disciplinary education and collaboration. In addition to supporting organizations and professionals in security and risk fields, the Foundation is committed to investing in education. These scholarships provide financial support to help develop future leaders and strengthen our industries.
Available Awards
- Four (4) scholarships of $3,000 each
- Eight (8) scholarships of $1,000 each
Awards are intended for students in either undergraduate or graduate programs. Applicants may submit applications for more than one eligible field.
Eligible Fields of Study (applicants may apply in multiple)
- Business...
Introduction
The UMSA Foundation has established a scholarship program to further its work in cross-disciplinary education and collaboration. In addition to supporting organizations and professionals in security and risk fields, the Foundation is committed to investing in education. These scholarships provide financial support to help develop future leaders and strengthen our industries.
Available Awards
- Four (4) scholarships of $3,000 each
- Eight (8) scholarships of $1,000 each
Awards are intended for students in either undergraduate or graduate programs. Applicants may submit applications for more than one eligible field.
Eligible Fields of Study (applicants may apply in multiple)
- Business...
