New Scholarship Opportunities for High School Students
Several exciting new scholarship opportunities are now available for high school students applying to college. From merit-based awards to field-specific programs, here are some of the most notable scholarships to consider as you work toward funding your education.
1. The New York Post's Scholars Contest
High school students from the New York area are invited to submit their best unpublished work for a chance to be published in the New York Post and on nypost.com. Winners will attend a Scholars Masterclass at the New York Post's NYC office and receive college application strategy sessions, grants for their schools, and a Discovery Day with journalists. The submission window is open until February 28, 2025.
2. Excelsior Scholarship Program
New York State students from families earning $125,000 or less per year can attend a state-operated SUNY or CUNY college tuition-free through the Excelsior Scholarship. The program covers tuition expenses and requires students to be enrolled in full-time study, complete at least 30 credits per year, and meet residency requirements after graduation. The application for the spring 2025 term is currently open.
HESC Excelsior Scholarship Program
3. Bold.org Exclusive New York Scholarships
Bold.org offers a variety of exclusive scholarships for New York students, including:
Manny and Sylvia Weiner Medical Scholarship: Supports undergraduates in a pre-med track or current medical students from New Jersey or New York who have financial need and aspire to become M.D.s.
HM Family Scholarship: Aims to support ambitious BIPOC students in New York exploring educational and professional STEM opportunities.
NY Law Scholarship: Assists Black law students in New York committed to practicing law, with a preference for first-generation students who are members of the Black Law Student Association.
Thomas J. Kilcullen Memorial Scholarship: Honors students in New York pursuing criminal justice, social work, or similar fields, especially those with volunteering experience within the special needs community.
Kenny Tan Test Prep Scholarship: Open to all New York City Public School students currently in high school, promoting thoughtful discussion around the admission system for NYC's top public schools.
For more information and application details, visit Bold.org's New York scholarships page.
College Scholarships 2025-2026
4. First New York Federal Credit Union 2025 Scholarship Program
First New York Federal Credit Union offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are members in good standing, plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college, and are active in their community. Application details and deadlines are available on their website.
5. New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR) 2025 Scholarship Application
NYSIR provides scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence and plan to pursue higher education. The submission due date is Friday, March 7, 2025. Applications must be received on or before this date.
6. Fastweb's 25 Scholarships to Apply for in 2025
Fastweb has compiled a list of 25 scholarships with upcoming deadlines in 2025, including the Orange Scholars Program and others. Students are encouraged to review the list and apply to scholarships for which they qualify.
7. Scholarships.com High School Senior (Class of 2025) Scholarships
Scholarships.com offers a directory of scholarships specifically for high school seniors graduating in 2025. Students can browse and get matched to college scholarships they qualify for.
8. Access Scholarships' New York Scholarships to Apply for in 2025
Access Scholarships highlights top New York scholarships for high school, college, and graduate students to apply for in 2025, including the "Too Cool to Pay for School" Scholarship and the Niche $25,000 Monthly Scholarship.
Students are encouraged to explore these opportunities promptly, as application deadlines are approaching. Additionally, it's beneficial to regularly check with local community organizations, educational institutions, and scholarship platforms for the most up-to-date information on available scholarships.
