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The Niskayuna Educational Support Personnel Association is offering two $500 awards. Qualifications: Graduating NHS seniors with plans for higher education Applicant’s parents/guardians must be a current enrolled member of N.E.S.P.A as of the beginning of the school year. Proof of need Evidence of academic success Good citizenship/volunteerism Applications are available through Mr. Bianchi in the …

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The Niskayuna Teachers’ Association provides approximately a dozen awards to graduating seniors. The awards range from $350 to more than a $1,000. These are one-time awards. Applicants are asked to provide information about their participation in school-related and community activities and what specific roles they played in these activities. There is an essay required that …

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The Albany Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is offering  scholarship help to area high school minority students, especially African-American youth who: Have a C+(75%) or higher average. Plan to attend college. Need and/or deserve financial assistance. Have demonstrated ability and the potential to succeed. Applications are available from Mr. Bianchi in the Counseling …

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The State Foundation of Sons and Daughters of Italy are offering several scholarships to graduating seniors who are of Italian descent, have a GPA of at least 85%, and are residents of New York state. The Foundation is offering scholarships for seniors who will begin full-time undergraduate study in the Fall of 2026. Also, it …

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This $750 scholarship honors the memory of Kitty Kelly who taught for 20 years in the Niskayuna Central School District. This opportunity is open to graduating seniors who have demonstrated participation in one of Kitty’s favorite sports such as football, soccer, softball or baseball or who desire to pursue a career in education, speech and …

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The Junior League of Albany is offering a Rockwell Scholarship opportunity for $1,000. Eligibility: Graduating high school senior girl Currently involved in volunteer organizations or activities which serve the same or related focus areas as the Junior League of Albany. Able to demonstrate citizenship and initiative Applications are available online.  Look for Rockwell Scholarship on …

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The Asian Pacific American Public Affairs (APAPA) Albany Chapter is offering a scholarship opportunity. Eligibility: Must have at least one parent of Asian or Pacific Islander descent. Have at least 3.25 GPA (87%). Have demonstrated leadership and involvement in school activities, community service and volunteering activities. Planning on attending a 2 or 4-year college or …

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The Local Order of Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Foundation Gabriel D’Annunzio Lodge #321 is offering three scholarships of at least $1,000 each for students entering college. The William and Agnese Franco Family Vocational Scholarship is available to a student planning on entering a trade/Vocational school. Eligibility for the vocational scholarship: You must …

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The Niskayuna Police Benevolent Association is offering a $1,000 scholarship if: You are planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college and have demonstrated good scholarship and citizenship, civic involvement, personal integrity, and respect for the law. Special Consideration is given to one who has shown an interest in the fields of Criminal Justice …

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