Scholarships
Recently Updated on 05/02/2024
200 Club of Bergen County Affiliation Scholarship
Varies
Deadline - May 2, 2024
To be eligible, the student must be a graduating high school senior and the child of an active, retired or deceased Bergen County law enforcement officer, fire fighter or ambulance corps member. This includes: FBI, DEA, ATF, NJ State Police, Palisade Interstate Commission Police, Port Authority Police, Prosecutor's Office, and Sheriff's Office who work in Bergen County. Applicants may also qualify on their own merit, if a member of an ambulance corps, or fire auxiliary and has been an active member since before September 1, 2023. The Affiliation Scholarship application may be found on the 200 Club website, www.200club.org at https://200club.org/scholarship-program/
or you can click HERE!
Spencer Savings Bank Scholarship
$1,500
Deadline - May 3, 2024
In order to be considered for this scholarship, please complete this application and return it to Mrs. Kohler in the NVD Guidance Office no later then 5/03/2024.
Award criteria: A potential interest in banking, business, or finance
History of community service and leadership
An excellent grade point average
Household income limitations apply. Bergen County:$79,200
Click HERE for the application.
The Aspiring Special Educator Award
$250
Deadline - May 6, 2024
This award will be given to a graduating senior who is interested in majoring in Special Education or a related service. The student must be a participant of the Hand-in Hand Club for at least the last 2 years, and be attending a school with the intentions of majoring in the field of Special Education or a related service such as Speech, Occupational, Behavioral Therapy, School Psychology, Social Work, etc.
An essay will be required. The essay should be one page double spaced, and should include why you are choosing this field of study. Please put your name on the top of the essay along with your Student ID and email your essay to kohler@nvnet.org with Aspiring Special Educator Application in the subject line, no later than May 6, 2024.
New Jersey State Elks Association Scholarship Opportunities
Varies
Applications must be submitted to the student's local Elk's Lodge, postmarked between March 6, 2024 and May 13, 2024
The New Jersey State Elks Association is once again pleased to offer several scholarship opportunities.
Click HERE for the criteria and applications !
The Thornton Sisters Foundation, Inc Scholarship
Deadline - May 7, 2024
The Thornton Sisters Foundation, Inc is a nonprofit corporation organized for the purpose of annually providing one-year educational scholarship(s) to deserving young females of color. Please click HERE for more detailed Student Requirements as well as the application.
The AIA Architects League of Northern New Jersey
Deadline - May 14, 2024
We annually award scholarships for high school students entering architecture school this Fall. Please consider sharing this information with any interested students.
Scholarships are awarded to:
- Current high school students who will be attending an NAAB accredited architecture school in Fall 2024
- Students must have residency and/or attend high school in Bergen, Hudson, Passaic or Sussex County, New Jersey
The deadline is Tuesday May 14th at 5pm. This year we will be accepting all applications online at https://alnnj.org/ALNNJ_Scholarships
We offer grants for any existing or new program that promotes design education to New Jersey K-12 students. The Diane and Ben Lee Design Education Grant is up to $2,500, applications are due on Tuesday May 14th at 5pm. Design education develops critical problem solving skills and includes programs related to fields such as art, architecture, interior design, graphic design, product design, set design, fashion design or illustration. This year we will be accepting all applications online at https://alnnj.org/Diane_and_Ben_Lee_Design_Education_Fund
The B. Davis Scholarship
$1,000
Deadline - May 21, 2024
This scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution.
Please visit this website for more information on how to apply.
http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
$1,000
Deadline - June 7, 2024
The Abbott and Fenner Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. To apply for this scholarship students must submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of their website. Please visit their website for more information on how to apply.
https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
The Big Sun Organization
$500
Deadline - June 19, 2024
All high school senior athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are participating in. Please visit their website to learn how to apply
Big Sun Athletics
The "No Sweat" Scholarship
$2,500
Deadline - June 30, 2024
Eligible Candidates: 8-12th grade students
Application URL: https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/
AES Scholarships
$500
Deadline - October 8, 2024
Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniorsand all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
You must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question:
When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?
How to Apply: go to https://aesengineers.com/scholarships.php Submit your essay to scholarships@aesengineers.com
Citizens Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship
$15,000
Deadline: Click on the LINK for more information
Citizens wants to honor the dedication of students and families pursuing higher learning. We are awarding a Grand Prize of $15,000 to use towards school expenses and a monthly prize of $2,500!
It takes less than 60 seconds to apply!
Additionally, each quarter a student who meets the required criteria for the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship Prize will be eligible to win a $2,500 prize for use towards school expenses.
Check it out below and see official rules for details.
Enter now at citizensbank.com/scholarship
Studentscholarships.org
For scholarship information and opportunities, follow this website as it updates regularly.
www.studentscholarships.org.
List of College Scholarships for Latino & Hispanic Students
For scholarship information and opportunities, follow this website as it updates regularly.
https://www.onlinecolleges.me/financial-aid/scholarships/hispanic-latino-students/
Accessscholarships.com
For scholarship information and opportunities, follow this website as it updates regularly.
https://accessscholarships.com/
Big Future College Board Scholarships
For scholarship information and opportunities, follow this website as it updates regularly.
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/scholarship-search
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PAST SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THAT WE WILL UPDATE AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE FOR THE
2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
Abram Demaree Homestead Scholarship
$2500
Deadline - April 28, 2023
The Abram Demaree Homestead is a non-profit group. All proceeds go to maintain the historical buildings and farm. This year they are offering a $2500 scholarship to a senior student who has lived in Haworth, Closter or Demarest and has been accepted to any educational institution for the coming school year, who has an interest in the areas of American History, agricultural science, or environmental conservation.
Please click HERE for the application!
Demarest Nature Center Assoc. Scholarship
$500
Deadline - May 16, 2023
Please click HERE for more information on how to apply!
YOU CAN NO LONGER APPLY TO THE SCHOLARSHIPS LISTED BELOW DURING THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
Joseph Taub Scholar Athlete Award
Two Athletes will each receive $10,000 scholarships
Deadline - October 18, 2023
For student-athletes in their senior year who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and strong leadership skills in sports, their schools, and within their communities. Two athletes, will each receive a $10,000 college scholarship. You do not have to be a Kaplen JCC on the Palisades member to be considered.
For more information, please visit
https://www.jccotp.org/programs/joseph-taub-scholar-athlete-award/
The "No Sweat" Scholarship
$2,500
Deadline - December 1, 2023
Amount - $2500 / Eligible Candidate: 8-12th grade students
Students apply at https://cirkledin.com/scholarships/
The Council on International Educational Exchange
Deadline - January 24, 2024
Where would you like to travel next summer? CIEE Global Navigator high school summer abroad programs take you outside your comfort zone, far away from home for 3 or 4 weeks. Explore a different culture in more than 35 amazing destinations across the world. Come home with new friends, new skills, newfound passion, a broader worldview—and maybe even college credits in high school! $5.5 million in scholarships available. Scholarship deadline is January 24th. Applications are open https://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer
Apply by December 1st and be in the running for free airfare! Early Birds - Raffle for Free Airline Ticket
Every Wednesday from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. EST, CIEE presents programs and the application process on a virtual call. Don't hesitate to join to learn more, connect and ask questions! Attend a Virtual Presentation
The Community Chest Young Women's Leadership Award
Varies
Deadline - February 15, 2024
This year they will be awarding one $5,000 award to a local high school senior, and two $1,000 awards plus the opportunity for an internship to 2 high school juniors. Application links and more information can be found on our website:
https://thecommunitychestebc.org/youngwomenprogram
Qualified applicants:
1. Have demonstrated strong leadership skills and are engaged in their communities.
2. Are able to describe the impact the monetary award will have for them.
3. Live or attend school in eastern Bergen County: (eastern Bergen County towns include: Alpine, Bergenfield, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Englewood, Englewood Cliffs, Harrington Park, Haworth, Northvale, Norwood, Old Tappan, Rockleigh and Tenafly).
4. Identify as female.
NJ Sharing Network Scholarship
Deadline - February 26, 2024
We are pleased to announce the availability of multiple scholarships for 2024 graduating high school seniors. Students that have been impacted by organ and tissue donation and transplantation or are advocates for our life-saving mission are encouraged to apply.
Click here to apply!
New Jersey Relocation Scholarship Program
Varies
Deadline -February 29, 2024
Whatever the impact, we know that each student has a very special relocation story, unique to their own experiences … stories that we feel need to be told! NJRC will award two (2) one thousand dollar ($1,000) scholarships to college-bound high school seniors who have relocated into one of the aforementioned New Jersey counties. Students should have moved between 9 th grade (after completion of 8th grade) and 12th grade, and moved a distance of at least 50 miles to a new school and location. The scholarship award will be sent directly to the college that the student will be attending to assist with tuition or books/supplies. We must receive all completed applications (inclusive of application, transcripts, essays, consent form, photo, and extra-curricular activities list) by February 29, 2024, by 4pm. No exceptions are made for late submissions. Click HERE for more information.
The Orpheus Club Scholarships
Varies
Deadline - March 1, 2024
The Orpheus Club scholarship program honors and assists a graduating high school senior who has demonstrated extraordinary accomplishment in music and who intends to continue musical studies on the collegiate level. For more information on how to apply go to https://www.ridgewoodorpheusclub.org/scholarship.html
NJREA Scholarship Opportunities
Varies
Deadline -February 28, 2024
All scholarships are offered to graduating high school seniors, and each is renewable for one year
based on the recipient's continued enrollment as a full-time student and cumulative grade point average at the end of each academic year. Students may apply for only one scholarship regardless of type. To be eligible, a student must fulfill the following requirements which can be found by clicking the link below.
Click HERE for applications and eligibility requirements.
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Deadline - February 29, 2024
Amounts up to $10,000 / Eligible Candidate: 7-12th grade students
Students apply at https://www.artandwriting.org/awards/how-to-enter/
Junior League of Bergen County - Voluntarism Scholarship
$1,500
Deadline - March 8, 2024
This $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a female high school senior who has demonstrated a commitment to voluntarism during her high school career. I will be awarded primarily on outstanding community service and civic leadership, but a student's scholastic merit, extra curricular activities and work experience will also be considered. Please complete the attached application by clicking HERE!
The Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition
$1,000
Deadline - March 8, 2024
The NJ State League of Municipalities is offering Demarest high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to apply for $1,000 scholarships through the Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition. The theme is "What My Municipal Government Does Best" in a 500 word essay.
Completed applications must be delivered to your hometown Mayors office in Closter. For more information please click HERE!
Bergen County School Counselor Association Scholarship
$1,500
Deadline - March 15, 2024
The Bergen County School Counselor Association is offering scholarships of up to $1,500 awarded to qualified students who plan to become school counselors or teachers. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and submit a written statement on their need for financial assistance. Information should be specific regarding financial need. The candidate's counselor must be a current member of BCSCA in order to qualify. Candidates must complete every item on the application. All other materials or questions can be sent directly to mely@pascack.org
Additional Required Materials:
1. Official transcript (3.0 minimum cumulative GPA)
2. BCSCA Counselor Recommendation. *Counselors may use college recommendation letter if desired.
Please click on this link in order to complete the application form.
2023-24 BCSCA Scholarship Application
ALL MATERIALS (Scholarship Application and Additional Required Materials) should be submitted by Friday, March 15, 2024 - no exceptions.
The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc
Deadline - March 15, 2024 for Junior Students
Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many programs are directed primarily to recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, the Horatio Alger Association seeks students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity as well as have critical financial need.
For more information on how to apply, click HERE!
National Association of Water Companies Scholarship
2 - $5,000
Deadline - March 15, 2024 at 5 pm
NJ Chapter of the NAWC Association is offering two $5000 scholarships to high school students who will be attending a NJ college or university and are interested in the water utility industry or any related field. The scholarship can be obtained from: https://nawc.org/about-us/chapters/#new-jersey
2024 MLK Scholarship Essay Competition for NJ High School Seniors
10 - $5,000
Deadline - March 15, 2024
The essay topics focus :
How does the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. inspire you as you think about your future?
Please tell us abut your service to others during your high school years.
Sixty years ago, in 1964, Dr. King was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, Norway, please reflect on these quotes from the speech and share your thoughts about their relevance to 2024.
Applicants must write an original essay in response to each of the 3 essay questions. (100-300 words)
For more information please Click HERE to apply!
Tzu Chi Scholarship
$1,500
Deadline - March 16, 2024
Open to all High School Seniors! Selected on basis of financial need, academic achievement and community involvement . This is a nationwide program and each scholar will be awarded a total of $1500. The application, form and procedure can be found at
https://tzuchi.us/scholarships or you can click HERE!
The Vision Cares & Vision Salutes Scholarships
$1,000
Applications accepted between December 1, 2023 and March 31, 2024
Students apply at https://www.visionsfcu.org/page/scholarships
The Mickey Corcoran Scholarship Fund
3 - $3,000
Deadline - March 25, 2024
Application must be submitted to Mrs. Kohler in the Guidance Office no later than March 25, 2024 in order to have all applications submitted to the organization by their deadline date of April 1 , 2024.
These $3,000 scholarships will recognize one male and one female student athlete who embodies the very characteristics by which Mickey lived his life. Click HERE for the application and the criteria needed to apply.
The Disabled American Veterans Scholarships
3 - $1,500
Deadline - March 27, 2024
In order to apply for this scholarship you must be a NJ Resident, you must be a natural or adopted descendant of a member of the Disabled American Veterans, Dept of NJ, a graduating senior and submit a typed essay of no more than 500 words on: "What is your goal in life: how do you plan to accomplish it and what impact will it have on the world?"
Click HERE for the application
The Bergen County Association of School Security Professionals Scholarship
See Description
Deadline - March 29, 2024
The Association would like to provide a monetary scholarship to a student of a member school district who would like to pursue a career in education and/or law enforcement. The scholarship recipient will be asked to provide a copy of his/her/their letter of acceptance to a school of higher education, along with a receipt of tuition payment, prior to receiving the check. A check for the scholarship amount will then be mailed to current address they provided.
Click HERE for the application and information on how to apply!
The Pascack Valley PBA Local #206 Scholarship
$500
Deadline - March 30, 2024
Haworth residents only! The basic criteria used to determine the recipient of the scholarship is as follows: an interest in pursuing a career in criminal justice and/or a related field of study, financial assistance and maintains a good academic record. Email to ghoward@emersonpd.org
Click HERE for the application
The George F. Axt Memorial Fund - Nurses' Scholarship
$3,000
Deadline -March 31, 2024
The George F. Axt Memorial Fund will award $3,000 nursing scholarships to students entering accredited nursing programs or who are already enrolled in a nursing curriculum. For more information regarding the application and criteria and rules please click HERE.
The Jacob Pierri Memorial Scholarship
$6,000
Deadline - March 31, 2024
The Jacob Pierri Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established to honor his memory and to commemorate and support the causes to which he was committed and excelled in, namely mathematics, culinary arts, and hospitality.
Here is the link to the scholarship application:
https://www.scholarships.com/scholarships/the-jacob-pierri-memorial-scholarship-fund
The Community Foundation of NJ - 2024 Universal Application
Deadline - March 31, 2024
The Community Foundation of NJ has just released its 2024 Universal Application. The online application contains more than 20 opportunities for which students may apply. This application process is open to students who have been accepted to a college or university. The application and a Scholarship Portal Tutorial can be found at the following link: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfnjscholarship
Click HERE for a description of the opportunities found on their Universal Application
Janet Logan Daily Foundation Scholarship
Deadline - April 1, 2024
The Janet Logan Daily Foundation grants an annual award to one graduating HS senior from New Jersey who will be enrolling full-time in an accredited post-secondary university or college. This scholarship rewards students from varying academic backgrounds who have routinely demonstrated maturity and integrity within and beyond the classroom. To access the electronic application and review eligibility requirements, click here.
Stigma-Free Sticker Contest
$300
Deadline - April 5, 2024
The Bergen County Stigma-Free Initiative is a county-wide program that works to prevent and reduce the stigma associated with mental illness, raises awareness of the disease of mental illness through education, helps make conversations about mental health a part of everyday discussions, and eliminates and prevents stigma to encourage those who live with a mental illness to seek assistance without the fear of being negatively judged.
Click HERE for more information.
The Community Arts Association's 2023 Visual Arts Scholarships
Amounts ranging from $1,000 to $1250
Deadline - April 5, 2024
These scholarships are made possible by donations from the Haas and Lorraine Strangfeld Family in conjunction with the Community Arts Association of Allendale, NJ. The scholarships will be granted to high school seniors from Bergen County, NJ or Rockland County, NY who will major in visual arts at an accredited college or university. Click HERE for the application.
The Haworth Teachers' Association Scholarship Program- Anna McGhee Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
Deadline - April 8, 2024
You must have graduated from the Haworth Public School and be a senior at NVD. The application must be
postmarked by April 8, 2024.
Click HERE for the application!
The New Jersey Schoolwomen's Club Scholarships for Future Teachers
$500
Deadline - April 8, 2024
Any young woman who is a senior in a NJ high school and is a resident is invited to apply. She should be planning to complete a professional program (minimum baccalaureate) leading to a degree and certification in the field of education. The Jeannette Hodge, Mary Ann Giovannini, Patricia Barber and Johanna Capasso memorial scholarships, each in the amount of $500 and two educational awards, also in the amount of $500, will be awarded for academic achievement. Involvement in extra curricular and community service activities will also be considered.
Applications MUST be postmarked on or before April 8, 2024.
Click here for the application:
NJS-Scholarship Application 2023.doc
The CJ PRIDE Scholarship
$1,500
Deadline -April 10, 2024
CJPRIDE is honored to offer two scholarships in the amount of $1,500 each to high school seniors from underrepresented groups, who plan to enroll in and attend a college or university in NJ, NY, CT, PA, DE, MD or a nationwide minority Serving Institution and pursue education as a career. Additional consideration will be given to applicants who plan
to become teachers in difficult to fill areas, including, but not limited to Special Education, Math, Science, Technology, English as a Second Language, Bilingual Education, and World Languages. Winners will be notified no later than May 3, 2024. Apply online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSej4lQLAeQgMtfWQrMwjEDB1mkeqH1I7HOz5GNPkMtblToLiw/viewform
Norsemen Athletic Boosters Club Scholarship
5 offered - $1000
Deadline -April 12, 2024
The Norsemen Athletic Boosters' Club scholarship application is open to NVRHS Demarest seniors whose parent/guardians are active members of the Norsemen Athletic Boosters Club with their dues up to date.
Student athlete must have participated in a minimum of one sport during each year of high school
Will be attending a 2yr or 4yr college in the fall of 2024.
A student in "good Standing" (i.e.: has not been suspended during junior/senior year)
Interested students must submit a completed application to Ms. Karen Ayvaliotis via email ayvaliotis@nvnet.org in the Athletic Office by April 12, 2024.
Please click HERE for the application!
The Haworth Home and School Association Scholarship
Two $1,000
Deadline -April 13, 2024
The Haworth Home & School Assoc. is offering (2) $1,000 scholarships.
The criteria for these scholarships can be found by clicking on the application below.
* You must complete and submit the entire application including your essay via email to haworthhomeandschool@gmail.com by 11:59pm on April 13th.
DO NOT PUT YOUR NAME ON THE ESSAY OR WITHIN THE BODY OF THE ESSAY. YOUR NAME SHOULD ONLY APPEAR ON THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM.
Click HERE for the application!
The Greater Bergen Realtors High School Scholarship
$700
Deadline - April 15, 2024
The Greater Bergen Realtors® High School Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for seniors. GBR offers this scholarship to public high school districts within its jurisdiction. Fill out the application and email all supporting documents to: Education@GreaterBergenRealtors.com
Students must be a High School Senior attending an undergraduate degree program or a college for the Fall of 2024
Student must be a New Jersey resident
Student must submit a 1-page essay about their future goals, career ambitions, and why they should be selected for this scholarship. Criteria should include academic achievements , interest in real estate endeavors, and community service involvement.
Please click the HERE for the application and remember to attach all supporting documents when submitting the completed application via email to Education@GreaterBergenRealtors.com
The Palisades Country Day School & Camp Scholarship
Deadline - April 15, 2024
Criteria requirements:
*You must be an alumni of Palisades Country Day School & Camp
* Will be attending a two or four year college in the fall of 2024
* A student in "good Standing" (i.e.:has not been suspended during junior/senior year)
Must complete and mail in / drop off your application and essay to:
Palisades Country Day School & Camp
248 Herbert Avenue
Closter, NJ 07624
Click HERE for the application!
Woman's Club of Haworth Scholarship
$1,000
Deadline - April 15, 2024
Applicant must reside in Haworth. The scholarship will be awarded to the students who, in the opinion of the Committee, best combine academic achievement, extracurricular activities, community service and social service. Financial aid will not be a consideration. This $1000 award is paid directly to the recipient.
Please click HERE for the application
Asian Pacific Community Fund Scholarships
Varies
Deadline - April 15, 2024
They have multiple scholarship awards to distribute. All of the scholarships have an online application and recommender form that can only be found on their site. Please click HERE and refer to the flyers for more information.
2024 Kevin J. Duffy Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest
$1,000
Deadline - April 17, 2024
Each year the Council of Irish Associations of Greater Bergen County, Inc. awards a thousand dollar scholarship to the first-place winner, and a five-hundred dollar scholarship to the runner-up. This opportunity is open to all Bergen County high school seniors who plan to attend an institute of higher learning, the essay contest is for the purpose of promoting awareness and knowledge of Irish and Irish-American culture. Please HERE for more information on how to apply.
Dr. Aaron Graham Science Scholarship
$1,000
Deadline - April 17, 2024
The Bergen County Association of School Administrators (BCASA) will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship in honor of Dr. Aaron Graham, retired Bergen County Executive Superintendent of Schools. The Dr. Aaron Graham Science Scholarship is available to graduating seniors in any of the public high schools in Bergen County.
They will base their decision on a combination of factors including: Financial Need (special consideration will be given to these students), GPA of 3.0 or higher, Community Service, Quality and Substance of Essay, Letter of recommendation from a Science teacher, An interest in pursuing a career in the sciences
Please click HERE for the application and remember to submit your responses to: James J. Albro, Ed.D, Superintendent, River Dell Regional Schools, bcasagrahamscholarship@riverdell.org
OCA-NJ Scholarship
Varies
Deadline - April 21, 2024
OCA New Jersey Chapter is pleased to announce our Scholarship Program for 2024. We continue to offer 2 different scholarship programs. The first is our traditional Essay Scholarship Award featuring 6 named scholarships ranging from $3,000 to $500, and the second is a creative artistic endeavor dedicated to the Spirit of Corky Lee in the amount of $1,500. The application and letter of recommendation requirement is the same for both awards; however, the submission and judging criteria is different.
Please note that these scholarships are available to all college bound high school seniors of Asian American descent who are full time residents of the state of New Jersey. We encourage all eligible students to apply, especially those with greatest financial need. Parental consent, a letter of recommendation, and an official copy of high school transcripts is required. Deadline to apply is April 21, 2024. For more information go to https://www.oca-nj.org/
Michael P. Friezo Leadership Scholarship
$3,000
Deadline - April 24, 2024 - Return to Mrs. Kohler in the Guidance Office
The Friezo Family Foundation is offering a $3000 scholarship in memory of Michael P. Friezo who was a leader who believed that there is "no I in TEAM."
You must be a male senior student, on the football team for a min. of 3 yrs, live in the district for a min. of 3 yrs and have a min. GPA of 3.5
Click HERE for more information on how to apply.
The Community Foundation of NJ- Marjorie Dotson Scholarship
Amount varies year to year - $2,376
Deadline - April 25, 2024
CLOSTER FEMALE RESIDENT:
This scholarship is available to female Closter residents only, who have demonstrated financial need to secure a college education. You must also be pursuing a four-year college education at an accredited college/university within the US
Email Mrs. Kohler at Kohler@nvnet.org for an application and put in the SUBJECT: Requesting Marjorie Dotson application.
You must complete the application and return it with all supporting documents to Mrs. Kohler in the Guidance Office at kohler@nvnet.org
no later than April 25, 2024!
The PTSO Senior Scholarship
$1,000
Deadline -April 26, 2024
The Northern Valley Demarest PTSO is thrilled to be able to award several $1,000 College Scholarships to graduating seniors (PTSO membership in good standing for all four years or Gold Membership is required). For the Instructions and the Application
Click HERE!
The Closter PTO Marjorie Zelner Scholarship
Deadline -April 28, 2024
Must be resident of Closter at least eight years, be a graduate of Tenakill Middle School and active in school/community.
Please click HERE for the application.
Applications need to be received no later than April 28th to:
Mrs. Danit Schwartz c/o Closter PTO
12 McCain Court
Closter, NJ 07624
Valley Charities Scholarships
Varies
Deadline to Mrs. Kohler by-April 29, 2024
To qualify you must live in the towns and schools listed on our scholarship application. This scholarship is based on academic merit and financial need.
Attached is the application form to be completed and returned to Mrs. Kohler in the Guidance Office by April 29, 2024. Click HERE for the application.
Scholarships to be awarded:
Claudia & Mike Malloy $3000 & $2000
Christopher C Cirillo Memorial $2500
Florentine Garden Daidone Family $1500 & $1000
Salvatore Cioffie Memorial $1000
Valley Charity $500 & (4) $2000
The KPA Senior Scholarship
Amount to be determined by the organization
Deadline - April 30, 2024
Requirement:
- KPA membership in good standing for all four years
- Please submit a one page essay about below topic
"The Battle of Myeongnyang during the Joseon Dynasty is a famous naval battle in which only 13 ships defeated a Japanese fleet of 333 ships.
What is the historical background of the Battle of Myeongnyang and what were the factors that led to victory in this battle? "
Please include your full name and student ID# on the application and submit via email to: kpa.nvd@gmail.com by 4/30/2024
National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Scholarship
$1,000
Deadline - April 30, 2024 (Extended from 4/16 to 4/30/24)
The National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section will award several $1,000 scholarships to those Jewish Seniors in Bergen County public high schools who identify as female and meet the criteria as listed, high academic standing, active in school activities, involved in community service, may have financial need and has been accepted to attend a 4 yr college or university.
Please see the attached application that needs to be returned to: Evalyn Brownstein, 497 Claremont Avenue, Teaneck, NJ 07666 no later than their deadline date of April 16, 2024.
Click HERE for the application!
The Armenian Relief Society Scholarship
$1000
Deadline - April 30, 2024
Scholarships in the amount of $1000 will be awarded for the 2024-2025 academic year, to
qualified high school students graduating in June 2024.
Please click HERE for more information on how to apply.
The Northern Valley Education Association Scholarship
$500
Deadline - April 30, 2024
The Northern Valley Education Association is offering a $500 scholarship to students who have demonstrated academic achievement and
participation in extracurricular activity's.
Write an essay describing your most valuable learning experience during your four years at NVD.
Email your application to Mrs. Kohler at kohler@nvnet.org by May 1st and remember to put NVEA Application in the subject line.
Click HERE for the application!
The Demarest PBA Local 350 Scholarship
$1,000
Deadline - May 1, 2024
A scholarship will be awarded to a student for the effective school year. All applicants will be judged on the basis of academic class ranking, financial need and citizenship and leadership potential.
Please click HERE or the application!
The Ladies Knickerbocker Hook & Ladder Scholarship
$500
Deadline -May 1, 2024
All applicants will be judged mainly on their volunteer work/activities in their community and citizenship/leadership potential, as well as character and academic performance.
You must be a Closter Resident for at least 5 years.
Please see the attached application for details regarding the criteria.
Please click HERE !
Closter Lions Edward T. Rogan Scholarship Fund
$1,000
Deadline - May 1, 2024
The Closter Lions Club is offering a $1000 scholarship in memory of Edward T. Rogan who was a lifelong resident of Closter. He held positions as Closter Borough Attorney, Councilman and was one of Bergen County's youngest mayors. Edward Rogan was Closter Lion's Club president as well as a lector and Eucharistic Minister at St. Mary's church. This scholarship will be awarded to a student that best combines academic achievement, extracurricular activities, community and social service. Special consideration will be given to students pursuing a Political Science Major and intend to apply to law school.
Please click. HERE for the application.
Closter Recreation Challenger Volunteer Scholarships
Varies
Deadline - MAY 1, 2024
Closter Recreation will award students who have helped coach the young, special athletes at the Closter Recreation sponsored Challenger Programs (Basketball & Baseball).
Besides having to have attended the challenger program over the years you must complete an essay that touches on both of these subjects:
1. What I learned about myself AND the special athletes that I was involved with at the Closter Recreation Sponsored Challenger Program?
2. Your best friend asks you why you volunteer, what do you say?
Please complete these essays and EMAIL them to Mrs. Kohler at kohler@nvnet.org with Closter Recreation Challenger Essay in the Subject line.
Please include your name, address and phone number in the upper right corner of your essay.
Click HERE for information on how you can sign up to volunteer for this AMAZING program!!
The Columbians College Scholarship Program
$1000 to $5000
Deadline -May 1, 2024
The Columbians is a New Jersey based Italian/American Philanthropic Organization. They are particularly interested in students who demonstrate excellence in academics, extracurricular activities, service to their community, Essay Submission, any special circumstances and of course students who demonstrate interest in Italian heritage.
The application can be quickly and easily filled out online at www.thecolumbians.org/scholarships
Applications must be fully completed and received by May 1, 2024.