College Scholarships

The 2008-2009 scholarship cycle is now closed. Please check back in early 2009 for 2009-2010 scholarship information. 

Since 1924 the Foundation has been awarding scholarships to students from Western New York. Since 2000 the Foundation has awarded over $7 million in scholarships to thousands of local students.  


Eligibility
Our scholarships are restricted to current residents of the eight counties of Western New York. 
                           
Students must have been admitted to a nonprofit [501(c)(3)], U.S. Department of Education accredited school in the United States for full-time study at the undergraduate level.  Applicants who permanently relocate outside Western New York are no longer eligible for funding.  Students who attend college outside Western New York remain eligible if they maintain a permanent residence in Western New York.  In addition, Pell eligible applicants will be given strong preference in the award decision process. 

A limited number of scholarships are available for graduate students in specialized fields (architecture, arts, engineering, medicine, nursing, piano, environment, and wildlife).