2024|25 SUNY Oneonta NY Resident Freshman Awards (US Based)

APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED, RE-OPENS IN AUG/SEP

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 1st of May, 2024 (Priority is given to students who apply for admission by January 15, 2024)

Scholarship Summary: 
SUNY Oneonta is awarding merit scholarships to first-year students from New York who have demonstrated academic achievement, distinction or excellence. Funds are limited and subject to annual funding allocations.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria: 
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must;
i. Demonstrate exceptional academic ability in high school 
ii. Be New York residents

Value of Scholarship: 
The Oneonta NY Freshman Merit Scholarships are valued as follows;
i. President’s Award: $5,000/year 
ii. Dean’s Award: $3,000/year
iii. Achievement Scholarship: $1,000 /year

All merit scholarships are renewable for 4 years (8 semesters) provided recipients meet continuing eligibility requirements. Unless otherwise noted, merit scholarships are applied to non-tuition related expenses up to total cost of attendance. 

Scholarship Application Guide: 
There is no separate application or essay is required but priority will be given to students who apply for admission and have submitted a FAFSA by January 15, 2024.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the SUNY Oneonta Freshman Scholarship Page.