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Scholarships

  • Are money for college that you do not have to repay.
  • Are offered by colleges
  • Are often available for students who fit a specific profile (i.e. from the college’s home state, holding a specific grade average, enrolling in a particular major, etc.).
  • May be available to students whose parents work for a particular company.
  • May be sponsored by civic or church organizations.

Memorial Scholarships for Families of Deceased Police Officers and Firefighters:

In New York State, Memorial Scholarships for Families of Deceased Police Officers and Firefighters provides financial aid to children and spouses of deceased police officers, firefighters, and volunteer firefighters who died as the result of injuries sustained in the line of duty.

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Or call: 1-888-NYS-HESC (1-888-697-4372)

New York State Scholarships for Academic Excellence

The NYS Scholarships for Academic Excellence program provides financial help to outstanding New York State high school graduates. Students must study full time and be enrolled in an approved undergraduate program of study at a NYS college/university. Awards are based on student scores on certain Regents exams.

For more information: Read their Bulletin

Or call: 1-888-NYS-HESC (1-888-697-4372)

New York State World Trade Center Memorial Scholarships

The World Trade Center Memorial Scholarship guarantees access to a college education for the families and financial dependents of victims who died or were severely and permanently disabled as a result of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

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Or call: 1-888-NYS-HESC (1-888-697-4372)

Regents Scholarship Opportunities

Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships are available each year to NYS residents who are economically disadvantaged and/or members of an underrepresented minority group.To qualify, you must be enrolled in an approved program leading to a degree in a profession licensed by the Regents.

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Or call: (518) 474-3719

The Scholarship Program

The Scholarship Program provides full tuition to individuals working towards a master’s degree or to those with a minimum of 60 credits toward a bachelor’s degree in the critical shortage teaching areas. Participants accepted in this program are required to serve as NYS certified teachers or clinicians in one of the critical shortage areas for a period of 2 years for each year of scholarship. Academic and clinical employees of the NYC Department of Education who are currently appointed and have achieved tenure in a non-shortage area are also eligible.

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Or call: 1-800-TEACH-NYC (832-2469) or 718-935-2449

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