Scholarships

Scholarships Available
Click on the scholarship name to get more information on how to apply, or stop by the counseling office for a copy of the application. Please note deadline dates. 

More scholarships for 2024 - 2025 will be available, please check back often. 

December 2024


Jenkins Memorial Scholarship for Teacher Education

Teaching Career Scholarship – for a senior entering the teaching profession and plans to attend the State University of New York for a baccalaureate degree in education or attend a two-year community college before transferring to a baccalaureate degree program in education at the State University of New York.

Deadline – December 15

JANUARY 2025


TCT Federal Credit Union in partnership with the New York Credit Union

You must be a member of a participating New York Credit Union. Applicants will be judged based on academic achievements, extracurricular and community activities.

Deadline - January 17


March 2025


The Joan Grishkot Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Healthcare Career Scholarship –For a senior who will pursue the study of nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy or other related medical support fields.

Deadline – March 1


The Walter Grishkot Scholarship

For a senior entering the Study of Aviation, aeronautics or related field and is in good academic standing.

Deadline – March 1


Horatio Alger Association Scholarships

The Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential.

Deadline - March 1

The Cristin Ann Bambino Memorial Scholarship  

Awarded to a college bound special education student from a NYSIR-member school district to reward him or her for working through special challenges to complete high school and obtain acceptance to a college or university.

Deadline – March 7

 

Joseph Goncalves Student Humanitarian Scholarship 

For a senior who plans to attend college in New York State.  Students should be able to demonstrate a record of involvement and work for a cause or organization that actively promotes social justice, equal opportunity, relief of human suffering or similar aspirations generally understood to be with the meaning of humanitarian activity. 

Deadline – March 7 


Paul Jensen Memorial Scholarship 

Awarded to a student who has demonstrated an inspired imagination and creative aesthetic in his or her school career, and who is seeking an opportunity to attend college.

Deadline – March 7

 

Junior League of Albany Rockwell Scholarship 

For a female high school senior who will be applying for enrollment in an accredited college, university or secondary education or vocation program for the 2024-2025 year, is currently involved in volunteer organizations or activities to improve the community, and is able to demonstrate citizenship and initiative. Find form here.

Deadline – March 15

Jean M. Coon Humanitarian Award – Zonta Club 

Scholarship is based on required community service and voluntary community service

Deadline – March 15


Young Women in Leadership Award - Zonta Club

To a young woman who will be recognized for a commitment to the volunteer sector, volunteer leadership achievements and dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. 

Deadline – March 15

Saratoga Ancient Order of Hibernians Commodore John Barry Division 1 Scholarship

This Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who will be a full time student in college, trade school or other accredited program.

 Deadline – March 17

 

Hudson Mohawk Area Health Education Center Healthcare Career Scholarship

For a senior entering an approved healthcare related program at a local community college, university and/or a certification program.

Deadline – March 21

NYSUT Retiree Council 10 Scholarship

For a graduating senior pursuing a degree in education at either a two-year college transfer program or a four-year college.

Deadline – March 25


April 2025


Sandy Hill Foundation 

Scholarship grants for college education on an annual basis to assist qualifying young women and men graduating from designated local area schools.  Scholarships will be awarded on academic performance and achievements, standard educational tests, financial need and letters of recommendation received relating to the character, motivation and potential of the individual.

Deadline – April 1

Empire State Potato Growers Inc. 

For a student who is pursuing college studies benefiting the agricultural industry.

Deadline–April 1


Zonta Club of Glens Falls Scholarship 

For a senior who demonstrates a passion or talent not always recognized by traditional scholarship programs.
Deadline – April 1


STEM Women in Technology Award - Zonta Club 

To a young woman to pursue a higher education degree in the STEM field, while also encouraging leadership achievements in these fields and a dedication to the advancement of the status of women.

Deadline – April 1


Adirondack Paralegal Association 

 To a graduating senior who is seeking financial assistance for higher education.  Applicants are not required to be entering the legal field and are open to everyone.

Deadline – April 1


Schuylerville Community Theater Scholarship

For a student pursuing a degree in Music, Drama, Dance or Theater Arts.

Deadline – April 20


May 2024


Tri-County Branch NY Division Woman’s National Farm & Garden Association, Inc. Award  

A $500 scholarship to a senior who plans on majoring in an agricultural, environmental, forestry, horticultural or oceanographic related field.

Deadline – May 1

Argyle Community Scholarship

For a graduating senior who will benefit from further education.

Deadline - May 5


Epilepsy Foundation Scholarships

Three scholarships awarded to a high school senior who is currently being treated for epilepsy and plans to further their education.

 Deadline – May 9

Carl H. Lufkin Memorial Scholarship

For a senior who is either college bound or work force bound; the scholarship is based on three criteria – work experience, community service, and extracurricular activities.

Deadline – May 17