Presidential Scholarships

FULL-TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS

TO CAYUGA AND OSWEGO COUNTY STUDENTS WHO GRADUATE IN THE TOP 20% OF THEIR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS.

Jordan-Elbridge, Red Creek, Skaneateles, Tyburn Academy and Union Springs Academy students are also eligible.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

First-time college students ranked in the top 20% of their HS classes (based on academic performance) from Cayuga and Oswego Counties. Recipients must be full time and maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester to remain eligible. Students from Jordan-Elbridge, Red Creek, Skaneateles, Tyburn Academy and Union Springs Academy students are also eligible.

HOW TO APPLY

PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS. PRIORITY GIVEN TO APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY MARCH 15:

  • Admissions Application
  • Official High School Transcript (submitted directly from your school)
  • FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
    Cayuga’s FAFSA school code is 002861
  • TAP Application (Tuition Assistance Program)
    Cayuga’s TAP school code is 2005

AVAILABILITY

Given limited funds, eligible students may not receive an award.

AMOUNTS AWARDED

NYS resident tuition less Pell, Tap and other Foundation scholarships; books and fees not included; up to four semesters at Cayuga. Incoming students who qualify as Presidential Scholars whose tuition and fees are fully funded by Pell and/or TAP are eligible to receive up to $500 per semester through the Presidential Scholar Program.

Cayuga Presidential Scholarships are made possible by the Cayuga County Community College Foundation. For more information, contact the Admissions Office or call toll free (866) 598-8883.