Application Based Scholarship Opportunities
WCC Foundation and Partner Scholarships
SUNY WCC offers a variety of program-specific scholarships that students can apply for, each with its own set of eligibility requirements.
1. WCC Foundation scholarships that require an application open in the Spring—so students can apply ahead of time for awards they’ll receive in the Fall.
2. Some partner scholarships may accept applications on a rolling basis, unless a specific deadline is listed—so it’s important to review details listed.
Review each scholarship criteria to ensure you meet the criteria before submitting your application.
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New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Opioid Settlement Fund Addiction Professionals Scholarship Program
- Pursuing Addiction Counseling A.A.S. degree OR Addiction Counseling Certificate
- Applicants must reside in New York; must be at least 18 years of age by the completion of the first semester in the program; and must have a minimum of a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma.
Students eligible: Incoming & Returning students who meet the following:
OASAS scholarships cover any remaining cost of tuition and fees, after federal and state aid is applied. Internship stipends are provided to students while completing fieldwork in an approved placement site. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
- Priority for this funding opportunity:
Priority 1: Employees of agencies that operate OASAS-certified, funded, or otherwise authorized programs and OMH- and/or DOH-certified Integrated Outpatient Services (IOS-SUD), and DOH Drug User Health and/or Harm Reduction programs.
Priority 2: Individuals providing addiction care (prevention, treatment, recovery, or harm reduction services in another eligible setting per CASAC work experience requirements).
Priority 3: Individuals/Students interested in working in eligible OASAS/OMH/DOH settings.
The Career Pathways Training (CPT) Scholarship program
Eligibility Requirements:
- Specific eligible WCC programs; review the list on the Positions section on the link below.
- Commit to degree completion and service as outlined on the program’s Eligibility section on the link below.
The EARN Grant Scholarship
- About EARN Educate America Right Now (EARN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports adult students (25+) returning to college to earn their first degree. We’ve proudly supported students since 2014 through: EARN Scholar Grants for up to full WCC tuition, paid directly to the student. Free select tutoring and academic counseling. A supportive, adult-focused learning community The more you succeed, the more we invest. Apply today and take the next step in your academic journey!
- Be 25 years or older as of October 31, 2025
- Be matriculated in an Associate degree program at Westchester Community College (WCC)
- Be enrolled in 6+ credits per semester toward that degree
- Be on the shortest degree path as recommended by WCC
- Remain enrolled in all courses each semester (no withdrawals; no “forgiven” grades)
- Be either: A U.S. citizen, or a graduate of a U.S. high school (including U.S. territories)
- NOTE: You are not eligible if you have ever earned an Associate, Bachelor’s, or graduate degree, in the U.S. or abroad.
- Application Opens during the Fall semeseter for Spring scholarships. Fall 2025 application has closed.
WCC Foundation PepsiCo Uplift Scholarship
- Must plan to register full time (12+ credits) Fall 2026 & Spring 2027
- Incoming students – 85+ high school average
- Current students – 3.0+ GPA
- File the respective financial aid application by July 1, 2026 as listed on our website.
- Computer Information Systems A.A.S.
- Cybersecurity A.A.S, Certificate
- Accounting/Finance A.S.
- Business Management A.S.
- Sales Management A.S.
- Engineering Science A.S. (General and Concentration in Mechanical)
- Mechanical Technology A.A.S.
- Engineering Science – Concentration in Electrical
- Electrical Technology A.A.S.
WCC Foundation Robert R. Wiener Cybersecurity Scholarship
- Must plan to register full time (12+ credits) Fall 2026 & Spring 2027
- Incoming students – 85+ high school average
- Current students – 3.0+ GPA
- File the respective financial aid application by July 1, 2026 as listed on our website.
- Eligible programs: Computer Information Systems A.A.S., Cybersecurity A.A.S.
- File the respective financial aid application by July 1, 2026 as listed on our website.
WCC Foundation Wallach Scholars Mentoring Scholarship
Priority will be given to students in the following majors: Liberal Arts and Sciences/Humanities A.A.; Liberal Arts and Sciences/Social Sciences A.A.; Liberal Arts and Sciences/Mathematics and Science A.S.
- Matriculate in a degree-seeking program or certificate for the upcoming academic year 2025-26.
- File the respective financial aid application as listed on our website.
- Returning students require a minimum GPA of 2.5 | Incoming students: High School graduation average of 77 or higher.
- Plan to register for 12 credits or more for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
- File the respective financial aid application by July 1, 2026 as listed on our website.
WCC Foundation Kathryn W. Davis Global Community Scholars Program
The Kathryn W. Davis Global Community Scholars Program brings together students from diverse backgrounds for education, international understanding, exchange and service. It promotes interchange of ideas, enlightens participants about global and local issues and engages the students in cooperative and productive experiences. Scholarship recipients form a new unity, building leadership skills and experience through collaboration on required service projects.
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1. Second year students (24-26 credits completed) who intent to register full time for Fall 2026-Spring 2027
2. GPA of at least 3.25
3. Interested in community service and leadership.
The scholarship program requires commitment to a weekly meeting and engage in a team project.
> Application opens April 2026. Finalist are invited to interview with the selection committee.
Requirements: Students must file financial aid applications by July 1, 2026. Scholarship award is applied to tuition and fees after all other financial aid grants.International students are eligible to apply to this scholarship opportunity, submit the alternative financial need form by the deadline.