The City University of New York offers several prestigious scholarships for both graduate and undergraduate students. Here are the highlights:
- NYCHA-CUNY Resident Scholarship:
- Eligibility: NYCHA or Section 8 residents currently enrolled full-time in undergraduate or graduate programs at CUNY with at least 24 credits and a 3.0 GPA.
- Awards: $1,000 scholarships for residents of public housing in New York attending CUNY.
- Purpose: Support academic achievements of public housing residents.
- Application: Open until specified deadlines.
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Jacqueline Schiller Fund Scholarship:
- Eligibility: CUNY students in literature and/or history (including English, creative writing, ethnic studies, journalism, languages, and art history) who demonstrate financial need.
- Awards: 15 scholarships of $1,000 each awarded for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Application: Open until July 15, 2024. Required CUNY login credentials for application.
These scholarships are facilitated by CUNY’s Office of Student Affairs and supported by public and private partners, aiming to significantly impact the lives of the recipients. For more information and specific eligibility criteria, go to https://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/ovsa/scholarships.
