Private Scholarships are offered through various organizations, corporations, and government agencies. Each organization has their own criteria to be eligible for these scholarships. Students must apply for these scholarships on their own. If additional information is required, an application is usually sent to the institution for completion. All scholarship funds are a part of the students financial aid package.

Check back here often to see updates of these privately funded scholarships. Please note that if a deadline has passed these awards are typically offered annually and you will be able to apply at a later date.

• Last Updated: January 12, 2012

2012 Women’s Forum of New York $10,000 Education Awards

The purpose of the Women’s Forum Education Award is to encourage mature women to realize their own potential and to contribute significantly to their communities.  Several awards of $10, 000 will be given in 2012 to women over 35 who, after interrupting their education due to life’s adversities, are now pursuing their first associate or bachelor degree. 

Applicants must:

• Be 35 years old by December 1, 2011
• Reside in New York City
• Be pursuing her FIRST Associate or Bachelor Degree
• Have attended a college in New York City during the 2010-11 academic year and be enrolled for at least 6 credits in the 2011-12 academic year
• Have at least one additional semester of 3 credits to complete graduation requirements after June 2012

Additional application and eligibility criteria can be accessed at www.womensforumny.org. The application can be completed online or downloaded by visiting www.womensforumny.org and clicking on the “Education Fund” tab at the top of the page.

2012 Education Award Application Is CLOSED.  The 2013 Application will be available online at  www.womensforumny.org in September 2012.

SMART Scholarship Program

The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Defense Education Program is a scholarship/fellowship for service program in which academically excellent students pursuing degrees in disciplines of particular interest to the Department of Defense (DoD) receive funding for full tuition, related educational fees, and living expenses.

Participants in the SMART Scholarship for Service Program receive:

• Annual stipend ranging from $25,000 to $41,000 depending on prior educational experience
• Full tuition and related educational fees
• Book allowance
• Paid summer internships
• Employment placement after graduation

For additional information on eligibility, application procedures, and more, please visit http://smart.asee.org/.

The Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP)

The Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) is a ten week summer research opportunity for undergraduate Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors, and Graduate students.  Research is completed under the guidance of a mentor and at a participating Navy Laboratory.  U.S. citizenship is required; Permanent residents are accepted at certain labs.

The stipend amounts for the program are as follows:

•  5,250.00 for Sophomores
•  7,880.00 for Junior and Senior Undergraduate students
• 10,500.00 for Graduate students

For more information and to complete the online application visit https://nreip.asee.org/.  Deadlines apply!  All accompanying documents (official transcripts and reference letters) are due by the dates published at  https://nreip.asee.org/.

The Boren Scholarships and Fellowships Program of the National Security Education Program (NSEP)

The Boren Scholarships and Fellowships Program of the National Security Education Program (NSEP) provides U.S. Undergraduate students with up to $20,000 of scholarship funding for an academic year of study abroad in world regions critical to U.S. interests.  The program provides U.S. Graduate students with up to $30,000 of fellowship support for language study and international research.  In exchange, recipients commit to working with the federal government for a minimum of one year.  

For additional information, please visit http://www.borenawards.org/program

Applications for Boren Fellowships are due January 31, 2012. 

Applications for Boren Scholarships are due February 9, 2012.  

Vermont Incentive Grant

Any Vermonter accepted or enrolled in an undergraduate degree or certificate program that will be attending college full-time, and doesn't already have a bachelor's degree, is eligible to apply for a Vermont Incentive Grant. These need based grants can be used at schools either within Vermont or out of state. To apply, complete a Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Vermont Grant Application. Go to VSAC and complete an application as soon as possible because this grant is awarded on a first come, first serve basis.

The Hispanic College Fund Scholarship

To apply for a scholarship, please visit the Hispanic College Fund Web site.

Eligibility Requirements

• be Hispanic
• maintain a 3.0 Grade Point Average (on a 4.0 scale)
• be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• reside in the U.S. or Puerto Rico
• be a current or rising undergraduate (some programs accept graduate students) student or a high school senior enrolling at a college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico
• demonstrate financial need
• be enrolled full time

*Some HCF Programs also require that a student be pursuing a certain area of study.

* Students studying computer science, computer engineering, pharmacy, or nursing are highly encouraged to apply.

NASA Aeronautics Scholarship Program

The NASA Aeronautics Scholarship Program is administered by the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) and is available to qualifying undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in aeronautical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, energy, physics, computer science, or mathematics.

To learn more about eligibility requirements, award benefits, application instructions, and to apply online, visit https://nasa.asee.org, or contact nasa.asp@asee.org with any questions regarding this program. For additional information on NASA's aeronautics research and other opportunities please log on to http://aeronautics.nasa.gov.

Datatel Scholars Foundation

If you are an undergraduate, graduate, or professional student who is enrolled at least half-time at NYIT and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, you may apply for this scholarship. Scholarships are typically between $1,000 and $2,400 in value for winners of this award. Visit http://www.datatelscholars.org/students/ for details and application instructions.

Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity Prize in Ethics
Juniors and seniors who are enrolled full-time should submit a 3,000-4,000 word original essay that deals with an ethical dilemma or question. For official rules, deadlines, and directions please visit http://eliewieselfoundation.org/prizeinethics.aspx.

Talbot's Women's Scholarship

Talbot's awards over sixty scholarships to undergraduate women who earned their high school diploma or GED at least ten years ago and who can demonstrate financial need. Applicants must have at least two years left to complete their bachelor's degree in order to apply. Visit the following two websites for information and application instructions: https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen/instructions.php
https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen/

Rhode Island State Grant Program

If you are a Rhode Island resident and are attending college at least half-time for your first bachelor's degree, you may be eligible for this need-based grant. Visit this website for further information and application instructions, after you have filed a FAFSA: http://www.riheaa.org/borrowers/grants/

Boomer Esiason Foundation Scholarship Program

The Boomer Esiason Foundation provides a limited number of scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students who have cystic fibrosis. For more information, visit: http://www.cfscholarships.com/BEFScholarships/index.htm

Dante Scholarship

One NYIT student of Italian ancestry is selected annually to receive this award courtesy of the Dante Foundation of Nassau County. Requirements include the following:

• One or both parents must be of Italian ancestry
• Student must reside in Nassau County
• Student must have graduated from a high school located in Nassau County
• Must be a full-time, matriculating NYIT undergraduate in good academic standing
• Priority given to students who demonstrate financial need

For more information, please contact the NYIT Office of Financial Aid.

UJA-Federation Rose Biller Scholarship Program

This program provides approximately $1.4 Million in scholarships to Jewish men and women with significant financial need in the New York Metropolitan Area. The program is administered by the Hebrew Free Loan Society. Both men and women can apply for scholarships of up to $5,000.
Please note that women who are also eligible for the JFEW Émigrés in the Health Sciences Scholarship will automatically be considered for both, though limited to one award. They need to fill out only one application.

For more information and to apply, visit http://www.hfls.org/scholarships

AICPA Minority Accounting Students Scholarships

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants sponsors this scholarship program for full-time undergraduates pursuing an accounting degree. Interested applicants should already have 30 credits under their belt with a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.3. This program is for underrepresented minorities (e.g. Black/African-American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, Native American) only. Visit this website for details, application instructions, and deadlines: https://www.scholarshipprograms.org/aicpa/

Lagrant Foundation Scholarships

This association offers fifteen scholarships to minorities who are majoring full-time in advertising, marketing, or public relations. Undergraduates must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.75 while graduate students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2. For application instructions, additional information, and deadlines please visit http://www.lagrantfoundation.org/site/?page_id=3

The Cleveland Foundation's Robert P. Madison Scholarship in Architecture 

This scholarship fund is for African-American undergraduates majoring in architecture. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, have parents who were born in the United States, and have financial need. Awards are limited and are estimated to be $1,000. For additional information, visit http://www.clevelandfoundation.org/Scholarships/MadisonScholarship.html

Education-portal.com Academic Awards

Website offers a variety of $500 scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students. Undergraduate award categories are Criminal Justice, Liberal Arts, Architecture and Computer Science. Graduate award categories are Business, Engineering, Nursing and Public Administration. There are also awards offered to students pursuing distance learning. Please visit http://education-portal.com/pages/Academic_Awards_Home.html for more information.

UNCF Scholarship

The Verizon Wireless Black History Month Essay Contest will award up to $5,000 for this award. There are also other non cash awards that students can win. Student must be a high school senior currently to apply. Applicant must have at least a 2.0 GPA. Student needs to write a essay about how the evolution of wireless technology has changed the world in which we live. Please visit http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarDetailSGA.asp?id=445 for more information.

Scholarships for Mechanical Engineering Students

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) is offering close to $100,000 in scholarship money for the 2011 - 2012 school year for students interested in careers in mechanical engineering, HVAC&R engineering or engineering technology

ASHRAE offers scholarships for college undergraduate and graduate students and, new this year, high school seniors. Students who are interested in can apply here. The application deadlines for scholarships are Dec. 1  and May 1 of each year.

ASHRAE is an international technical society that fulfills its mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education. For more information, visit www.ashrae.org.

Communications Scholarship

• $2,000 Cash Award/Optional Internship
• Open to College Juniors, Seniors, or Post Graduates
• Studying Journalism, Communication Arts, or Healthcare Administration
• Must be a resident of Nassau or Suffolk County

The application deadline is May 20 of each year.

For application and qualification requirements contact:

Janine Logan
Ann Marie Brown Memorial Scholarship Coordinator
Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council
1383 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 26
Hauppauge, NY 11788
631.963.4156
E-mail jlogan@nshc.org or visit www.nshc.org

Columbus Citizens Foundation

The Columbus Citizens Foundation is a non-profit organization in New York City committed to fostering an appreciation of Italian-American heritage and achievement. The Foundation, through a broad range of philanthropic and cultural activities, provides opportunities for advancement to deserving Italian-American students through various scholarship and grant programs. The Foundation organizes New York City's annual Columbus Celebration and Columbus Day Parade, which has celebrated Italian-American heritage on New York's Fifth Avenue since 1929.

A Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarship has been designated for an Italian-American student who demonstrates financial need and academic excellence who will enter the New York Institute of Technology School of Architecture as a Freshman in the Fall of 2012. Please visit our website for more information and to download an application: http://columbuscitizensfd.org/scollege.shtml