First-Year Merit Scholarships

Overview

First-Year Merit Scholarships at SUNY Oswego offer substantial financial recognition for students demonstrating outstanding academic achievements in a challenging college preparatory curriculum. These scholarships are designed to support both domestic and international students, making higher education more accessible through merit-based funding.

Scholarship Value

Dean’s Scholarship: $2,500 per year
Presidential Scholarship: $6,000 per year

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a first-year student admitted to SUNY Oswego
Demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in a rigorous college preparatory curriculum
Open to in-state, out-of-state, and international students
No separate application required; all admitted students are automatically considered

Important Notes

Awards are renewable annually based on continued academic performance and enrollment
Notification of scholarship awards is provided upon admission to SUNY Oswego
These merit scholarships aim to reward academic excellence and encourage enrollment at SUNY Oswego

Prospective students are encouraged to focus on maintaining strong academic records to maximize their chances of receiving these prestigious scholarships. Apply now to SUNY Oswego and be automatically considered for these valuable merit awards.

Eligible nationalities

All nationalities

Eligible program levels

1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
3-Year Bachelor's Degree
3-Year Undergraduate Advanced Diploma
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Integrated Masters
Top-up Degree

Go Oswego Awards

State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego

Amount

$4,000 USD

Auto applied

Yes

Eligible nationalities

All nationalities

Eligible program levels

1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate, 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma, 3-Year Bachelor's Degree, 3-Year Undergraduate Advanced Diploma, 4-Year Bachelor's Degree, Integrated Masters, Top-up Degree

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