York College/CUNY Scholarships 2006/2007

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1 Scholarships 2006/2007 Dr. Marcia V. Keizs President Dr. Janis W. Jones Acting Vice President, Student Development

2 October 17, 2006 Dear Students: I am pleased to share the fall edition of the Scholarships and Awards booklet with you. I urge you to take advantage of the numerous scholarships, grants and awards that are made available each year by the York College Auxiliary Enterprises, the York College Foundation, friends of York College, the York College Alumni Association Inc., as well as by government, non-profit agencies, and private organizations. In the past, many York College students have successfully availed themselves of these financial opportunities. This year I hope to announce many more of your names among our scholarship recipients. Further information and applications for selected scholarships are available in the Office of Student Activities, Room 1E01. Additional copies of this publication are available in the Library, the Office of Academic Affairs, the Financial Aid Office, Admissions, and the Office of Student Activities. Good luck in your academic endeavors, and I hope that this booklet assists you in pursuing your dreams at York. Sincerely, Marcia V. Keizs President

3 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria and Conditions Conditions applicable to York College Scholarships Applicants must be enrolled, matriculated students at York College: o Full time a minimum of 12 credits o Part time a minimum of 6 credits Some scholarships may be renewable. Academic progress and cumulative GPA are reviewed at the close of each semester to determine eligibility for the upcoming academic year/semester. York College awards are applicable to Fall and Spring semesters only. Awards will be revoked if you are not enrolled at York College every Fall and Spring semester during the lifetime of the award. Revoked awards will not be reinstated. Awards are applicable to tuition and fees at York College and reasonable educational expenses. All scholarships apply to tuition and fees first. The total amount of all awards, including any received from New York State grant programs or any other tuition specific award from York College or from an external organization may not exceed your actual tuition charges. Only ONE York College scholarship may be in effect at any one time. The issuance, continuation, and renewal of awards are subject to compliance with all governmental, York and CUNY eligibility requirements, policy, regulations, procedures and academic and disciplinary standards. Awards are subject to CUNY s Tuition and Fee policies in effect at the time.

4 York College The City University of New York Jamaica, New York Scholarship Application Academic Year I. PERSONAL DATA: 1. Name: Last First Middle Initial 2. Mailing Address: Telephone Number: ( ) 5. address: 6. Social Security Number (last four digits only) II. NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING : III. ACADEMIC INFORMATION: 1. Degree/Major Program 2. Total number of credits earned: 3. Total number of York credits earned: 4. Cumulative GPA: All applications must be submitted by December 12, 2006 to the College-Wide Scholarship Committee, Room 2F01.

5 York College The City University of New York Jamaica, New York Reference Letter Name of Student: Social Security Number (last four digits only) Please sign one of the following: I waive my right to read this letter of reference. I do not waive my right to read this letter of reference. Signature Date Signature Date Name of reference To be completed by reference: 1. How long have you known this student? 2. In what capacity do you know this student? 3. Please discuss the student s academic achievements, intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, written and verbal communication skills, maturity, motivation, work habits, and interpersonal skills. Please type your response to the questions above on a separate page(s). Be sure to include the student s name and your name on each page. Contact Information: Reference Name Title Mailing Address Address Reference Signature ( ) Phone number with area code Date

6 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: Air Cargo VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: One scholarship, $2, per semester, awarded Spring DESCRIPTION: Provides tuition support only, to students in either their junior or senior year of study who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in aviation, either cargo or passenger. Minimum 3.0 GPA (Junior at least 61 credits, Senior at least 94 credits) Enrolled in or completed at least one of the Aviation Management courses offered by York College Must be an air cargo employee, or their child, spouse or sibling; or a passenger airline employee, or their child, spouse or sibling. TO APPLY: Complete Air Cargo application Submit completed application to: CUNY Aviation Institute at York College Room AC 2H06 Attention: Air Cargo Association Scholarship Committee

7 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: Anthony Mason Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: One scholarship totaling $ awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: Established in the name, and in appreciation of, Anthony Mason, a native Southeast Queens resident and former NBA player. African-American male or female Graduate of New York City high school Demonstrated academic and athletic excellence Full-time matriculated student Member of a York College Intercollegiate Team. TO APPLY: Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty Health and Physical Education Room 201, Health and Physical Education Complex Attention: Ronald St. John

8 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: Mortimer J. Gold Memorial Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four scholarships totaling $ each (one in each area noted below), awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: Established to support academically promising sophomores majoring in Business, Communication Technology, Health Professions or Teacher Education. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Full-time matriculated student (24 credits or more), at least 12 completed at York College Declared major in Business, Communication Technology, Health Professions or Teacher Education Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

9 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Disabled Student Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four scholarships, each totaling $275.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of students with disabilities. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Full-time matriculated Student (minimum of 12 credits) Registered with York College Office for students with Disabilities Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

10 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Transfer Student Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) scholarships, each totaling $200.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of transfer students entering York College with an Associate Degree. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. With an Associate Degree o Transferring a minimum of 24 credits o Full-time matriculated Student (minimum of 12 credits) o Evidence of extra curricular or community service o Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation

11 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Transfer Student Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) scholarships, each totaling $200.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of four transfer students entering York College without an Associate Degree. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Without an Associate Degree o Transferring a minimum of 24 credits o Full-time matriculated Student (minimum of 12 credits) o Evidence of extra curricular or community service o Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation

12 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Senior (full-time) Academic Excellence Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Six (6) scholarships each totaling $500.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of continuing students in his or her senior year (94 credits or more). The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Full-time matriculated senior (94 credits or more), at least 24 completed at York College Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

13 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Senior (part-time) Academic Excellence Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) scholarships, each totaling $250.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of continuing students in his or her senior year (94 credits or more). The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Part-time matriculated senior (94 credits or more), at least 24 completed at York College Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher Must be registered for at least six (6) credits. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

14 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Junior (full-time) Academic Excellence Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Six (6) scholarships, each totaling $500.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of full-time students in their junior year ( credits). The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Full-time matriculated junior ( credits), at least 12 completed at York College Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

15 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Junior (part-time) Academic Excellence Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) scholarships, each totaling $250.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of part-time students in their junior year ( credits). The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Part-time junior ( credits), at least 12 completed at York College Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher Must be registered for at least six (6) credits. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

16 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Sophomore (full-time) Academic Excellence Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Six (6) scholarships, each totaling $500.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of full-time students in their sophomore year ( credits). The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Full-time matriculated sophomore ( credits), at least 12 completed at York College Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

17 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Sophomore (part-time) Academic Excellence Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) scholarships, each totaling $250.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of part-time students in their sophomore year ( credits). The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Part-time sophomore ( credits), at least 12 completed at York College Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher Must be registered for at least six (6) credits. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

18 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Returning Student Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) scholarships, each totaling $250.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of students who stopped out for at least one year and have recently been readmitted to the college. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Completed at least one semester after readmission to the college Full-time matriculated student (minimum of 12 credits) Earned GPA of 3.25 or higher in the first semester after readmission Have not attended any post-secondary institution while stopped out. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty objectives and why you want to return to York College. Please remember that your essay should be of the kind that illustrates to the scholarship

19 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Health and Physical Education Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Two (2) awards of $500 each, one male student and one female student, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of full-time scholar athletes. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Registered full-time student (minimum of 12 credits) At least sophomore standing (28 credits), at least 12 of which must be completed at York Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher Member of a York College Intercollegiate Team. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

20 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Extra Curricula Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) awards of $225 each, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of full-time students involved in extra curricular activities. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Registered full-time student (minimum or 12 credits) Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher Significant involvement in extracurricular activities. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty documenting extracurricular activity objectives and explaining how your extracurricular activities benefit York s student body and the community. Please remember that your essay should be of the kind that illustrates to the scholarship

21 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Academic Improvement Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Two awards of $225 each, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of full-time students who have demonstrated significant academic achievement from one semester to the next. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Registered full-time student for at least two semesters (minimum of 12 credits) GPA increased by at least one half (.5) percentage point from one semester to the next. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

22 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Auxiliary Enterprises Veteran Student Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Four (4) scholarships, each totaling $200.00, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: This scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of sophomores, junior or seniors who are veterans of either the US military, Coast Guard or National Guard. The award may be used toward tuition and fees, or if tuition and fees are covered by other means, to help purchase books and educational supplies, or support transportation costs. Honorable discharge Full-time matriculated student (minimum of 12 credits) Sophomore 28 credits, at least 12 completed at York College Junior 61 credits, at least 12 completed at York College Senior 94 credits, at least 24 completed at York College Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

23 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: York College Presidential Academic Retention Scholarship VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Three one time awards of $ each, awarded Spring 2007 DESCRIPTION: A new scholarship awarded to high achieving continuing students. Awards will be effective in spring Full time continuing student with 60 or more credits Matriculated in any Business major GPA of 3.50 or higher Passed the CPE examination Show evidence of financial need. Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a member of the York College faculty

24 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: New York State World Trade Center Memorial Scholarships VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: World Trade Center Memorial Scholarships provide funds to help meet the cost of attending college. The award covers up to four years of full-time undergraduate study (or five years in an approved five-year bachelor s degree program) and includes the following components: At CUNY the actual tuition and mandatory educational fees; actual room and board charged to students living on campus or an allowance for room and board for commuter students; and allowances for books, supplies and transportation. In all cases, the total of all aid received by the recipient cannot exceed the student s cost of attendance. Payment will be made to the school on behalf of students upon certification of eligibility. DESCRIPTION: The World Trade Center Memorial Scholarship guarantees access to a college education for the families and financial dependents of innocent victims who died or were severely and permanently disabled as a result of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States of America and rescue and recovery efforts. Children, spouses and financial dependents of deceased or severely and permanently disabled victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States or the subsequent rescue and recovery operations. This includes victims at the World Trade Center site, Pentagon or on flights 11, 77, 93, or 175 and, Survivors of the terrorist attacks who are severely and permanently disabled as a result of injuries sustained in the attacks or rescue and recovery operations. TO APPLY: Print a copy of the New York State World Trade Center Memorial Scholarship Application and submit it with the necessary documentation to: HESC Scholarship Unit, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY A description of the required documentation is included in the application instructions. Once eligibility has been established, the student must submit an application for payment by May 1 of the academic year for which payment of the scholarship is sought. Application for payment is made by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) and the Express TAP Application (ETA).

25 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: ING Direct Kids Scholarship Fund VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: An eligible student who remains in good academic standing may receive funds for a maximum of 10 semesters. The University will set the award amounts, based on its regular financial aid calculations. DESCRIPTION: The ING DIRECT Kids Foundation established a 9/11 Scholarship Fund to assist CUNY part-time matriculated undergraduate students whose parent(s) died or were severely injured in the September 11, 2001 Attack on America. You are eligible if you are a part-time matriculated undergraduate student and a child of a severely injured or deceased victim of the September 11, 2001 Attack on America. You do not need to be a resident of New York or a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States. All applicants for this scholarship must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and be in good academic standing in accordance with college and university policy for academic standing. Eligibility for funding is limited to ten semesters. TO APPLY: For further information contact: Bill Mack at bmack@uapc.cuny.edu CUNY OFFICE OF STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 1114 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS FL15 NEW YORK, NY

26 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: Women s Forum Inc. VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: $5,000 DESCRIPTION: To encourage mature women to realize their own potential and to contribute significantly to their communities. Awards will be given o women who, after interrupting their education, are now pursuing undergraduate college degrees. Women over the age of 35 whom, after an interruption in their education, are now pursing undergraduate college degrees. Reside in New York City Have attended a college in New York City during the academic year and be enrolled for at least 6 credits in the academic year Have at least one additional semester to complete graduation requirements after June TO APPLY: Application (available at: go to Education Fund) Describe in an essay of no more than 500 words: o Motivation, o Interest in a specific area, such as public service, art, athletics, business, science, etc., o Financial need and how this award will help, o Career goals. DUE DATE: December 1, 2006 Submit application and accompanying information to: Women s Forum Inc. 6 East 39 th Street, 6 th Floor New York, NY 10016

27 NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP: Morris K. Udall Undergraduate Scholarships VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP: Six (6) scholarships of up to $5,000 and honorable mentions on the basis of merit to sophomore and junior level college students. DESCRIPTION: The Udall Foundation seeks future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. The Foundation also seeks future Native American and Alaska Native leaders in public and community health care, tribal government, and public policy affecting Native American communities, including land and resource management, economic development, and education. Scholarships are offered in any of three categories: To students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to the environment; or To Native American and Alaska Native students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to tribal public policy; or To Native American and Alaska Native students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to Native health care. See: Be a matriculated sophomore or junior-level student at a two-year or four-year institution of higher education, pursuing a bachelor's or associate's degree during the academic year. "Sophomore" is defined as a student who intends at least two more years of full-time undergraduate study beginning in fall "Junior" is defined as a student who intends at least one more year of full-time undergraduate study beginning in fall (Students may apply for funding in both their sophomore and junior years; 3rd time applicants, however, will not be eligible.) Be committed to a career related to the environment, OR committed to a career in tribal public policy OR Native American health care (only Native Americans and Alaska Natives* are eligible to apply in tribal public policy or Native American health care). Native American students studying tribal public policy or native health do not need to demonstrate commitment to the environment. Likewise, students pursuing environmentally related careers do not need to be Native American, nor do they need to demonstrate commitment to tribal public policy or Native health. Have a college grade-point average of at least a "B" or the equivalent. Be pursuing full-time study during the academic year. Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or U.S. permanent resident. Continued on Next Page...

28 TO APPLY: Students are nominated by their college or university s faculty representative (President Keizs), who is the liaison between the institution and the Foundation. The Nomination Materials. The following items are required for each nominee: A completed, signed Udall Scholarship Application; An 800-word essay, signed and dated; A current official college transcript and transcripts for other colleges attended; Three letters of recommendation. Nomination and application information must be submitted on forms provided by the Foundation to President Keizs. DUE DATE: January 31, 2007