2025 Amherst Scholarships

Amherst residents deal with the same financial burden of college education as the rest of the United States. The median household income for Amherst residents is $72,459.00, and 35.9% of households earn at least $100,000 annually. We compiled this scholarship database to help residents of Amherst, NY more easily afford a college education. The scholarship search tool lets you easily browse all types of scholarships by location, type and school.

55.3% of Amherst residents have a college degree or higher, while 16.7% have a high school degree but no more and 4.6% have less than a high school education. Furthermore, 23.5% have at least some college education, 26.7% have a bachelor’s degree but no higher, and 28.6% have a graduate degree. It’s clear that a significant percentage of Amherst residents aspire to higher education outcomes, but it’s likely that finances get in the way.

Currently, 14.7% of people living in Amherst, NY are between the ages of 10 to 19, and another 15.1% are in their twenties. This age demographic is poised to take advantage of the below scholarships in Amherst.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Amherst, NY residents?

There are 1508 scholarships totaling $5,941,558.00 available to Amherst residents.

Are these scholarships available for Amherst high school students?

Yes, all high school students in Amherst can apply to these scholarships.

Are these scholarships available for current college students in Amherst?

Yes, all current college students and undergraduates in Amherst can apply to these scholarships. Other types of applicants include nursing students, teachers, working moms, etc.

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AGBU Fellowships for U.S. Based Study
Sponsor:
Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU)
Applicant must be of Armenian heritage, be a full-time graduate student seeking a master's or doctorate degree at a highly- or most-competitive U.S. institution, and have a minimum 3.5 GPA in undergraduate work.
Deadline:
April 30
$7,500.00
Albert Shanker College Scholarship
Sponsor:
United Federation of Teachers
Applicant must be from New York City who comes from a low-income family.
Deadline:
January 31
$5,000.00
John C. Robbins Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Water Works Association - New York Section
Applicant must have a major that is considered beneficial to the New York State water works. Selection is based upon academic achievement and extracurricular activities.
Deadline:
February 28
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Henry Luce Foundation/ACLS Dissertation Fellowship in American Art History
Sponsor:
American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, be a Ph.D. candidate, have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. except the dissertation, and have a dissertation topic focused on the history of visual arts of the U.S. Applicant must be enrolled at a U.S. institution. Applications must be submitted through the ACLS Online...
Deadline:
October 26
$20,000.00
State Aid to Native Americans
Sponsor:
NYS Higher Education Services Corporation
Applicant must be on an official tribal roll of a New York tribe or the child of an enrolled member, be a New York resident, maintain good academic standing, and be enrolled in an approved post-secondary program in New York. Awards are made to all eligible applicants. Pro-rated awards are available...
Deadline:
July 15, December 31, May 20
$775.00
Oratorical Contest Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Legion - Department of New York
Applicant must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Applicant must compete at local, county, district, and zone levels, the five finalists may compete for this award.
Deadline:
May 1
$6,000.00
ACLS Fellowship
Sponsor:
American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, have held the Ph.D. for at least two years, and have not had a supported research leave for at least three years. Award is for postdoctoral research in all disciplines of the humanities and humanities-related social sciences. Applications must be submitted through...
Deadline:
September 28
$65,000.00
Cloisters Summer Internship for College Students
Sponsor:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Preference is given to first- and second-year students. Award includes intensive training in museum teaching techniques. Recipient will conduct gallery workshops for groups of New York City day campers in the Cloisters (a medieval European branch museum).
Deadline:
Early February
$3,250.00
Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society Scholarship
Sponsor:
Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society
Applicant must have attended at least two semesters at an American high school or college. Applicant or his or her parent must be a Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society-assisted refugee who immigrated to the U.S. Selection is based upon academic excellence, financial need, and community activity. Applicants must have immigrated after January...
Deadline:
February 24
$2,000.00
Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarship
Sponsor:
New York State Education Department
Applicant must be beginning or already enrolled in an approved degree-bearing program of study in New York State that leads to licensure in a particular profession. Purpose of award is to increase representation of minority and disadvantaged individuals in New York State licensed professions.
Deadline:
May 31
$5,000.00
Carole Fielding Student Grant
Sponsor:
University Film and Video Association
Applicant must be an undergraduate or graudate student who is sponsored by an active member of the University Film & Video Association or staff at a UFVA member institution. Applicant must submit a one-page project description, one-page resume, statement by sponsoring UFVA member, and budget. Production applicants must submit a 30...
Deadline:
December 15
$4,000.00
Summer Student Fellowships
Sponsor:
Fight for Sight
Applicant must be an undergraduate, graduate, or medical student who is interested in pursuing eye-related clinical or basic research.
Deadline:
March 1
$2,100.00
Seneca Nation of Indians Scholarship
Sponsor:
Seneca Nation of Indians
Applicant must be an enrolled member of the Seneca Nation of Indians who is matriculated in a degree-granting program.
Deadline:
July 15, November 1, December 31, May 20
$11,000.00
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