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2020-2021 North Country Community College Foundation Scholarship Directory Scholarship Opportunies For Academic Year Fall 2020—Spring 2021 PLEASE NOTE ALL DEADLINES!

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2020-2021 North Country Community College

Foundation

Scholarship Directory

Scholarship Opportunities For Academic Year

Fall 2020—Spring 2021

PLEASE NOTE ALL DEADLINES!

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PLEASE NOTE:

APPLICATION

DEADLINES

VARY

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Adirondack Bank Scholarship ..................................................... 5

Adirondack Foundation

Helen & Ralph Arnold Nursing Scholarship .......................... 16

Julie Lamy Memorial Scholarship ......................................... 17

Alice C. Agnew Scholarship .................................................... 6

Jenkins Environmental Science Scholarship .......................... 23

Alfred M. Aseel Legacy Scholarship ........................................ 32

Alice Hyde Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship .................. 28

Bobbie Bernstein Anker Memorial Scholarship ....................... 24

Bruce L. Crary Foundation Scholarship ................................... 30

Can-Am Rugby Club Inc Scholarship ...................................... 22

Capital District OTB Scholarship ............................................. 18

David W. Petty Memorial Scholarship ...................................... 19

Frederick M. and Winifred S. Slack Tribute Scholarship ......... 12

Ginsberg Family Scholarship ................................................... 11

Gokey Nursing Scholarship ........................................................ 9

Health Science Scholarship ...................................................... 13

Hudson Mohawk AHEC Scholarship ....................................... 26

Karen Mahoney Scholarship ..................................................... 27

Malone Professional Nursing Scholarship ................................ 21

Nathaniel and Sarah F. Steinberg Tribute Scholarship ............. 14

NCCC Alumni Scholarship ........................................................ 2

NCCC Association of Professionals Scholarship ....................... 4

NCCC Foundation Scholarship .................................................. 3

NYS Federation of Home Bureaus Scholarships ......................... 7

NY Police Foundation Scholarship .......................................... 10

Rotary Club of Malone Scholarship ......................................... 20

Ruth T. Swope Scholarship ...................................................... 15

Saranac Lake Voluntary Health Assoc Scholarship .................. 29

St. Joseph’s Addiction Treatment & Recovery Scholarship ....... 8

The Edna A. Lauterbach Scholarship ....................................... 33

Women’s College Scholarship ................................................. 31

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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NCCC FOUNDATION

Scholarship Program

Many scholarships have been established for North

Country Community College students by generous

donors who are passionate about education and helping

others to achieve their goals in life. Each year, NCCC

students benefit from the underwriting donated by

these friends of the college and champions of education.

NCCC Foundation awarded scholarships are

intended to be used for educational needs other than

tuition which can be covered through state and

federal financial aid and/or grants. The NCCC

Foundation makes a variety of scholarships available for

full-time and part-time students based on academic

performance, degree program and/or financial need.

This NCCC Scholarship Booklet describes NCCC

Foundation and area organization scholarships available

for NCCC students for 2020-2021 academic year.

Please read the descriptions for each scholarship

carefully to determine individual eligibility based on

the established criteria. Note the deadlines vary.

Scholarship awards will be applied to your college

expenditures in equal amounts each semester.

Scholarship Applications are available online at

http://www.nccc.edu/scholarship/

or from the Foundation Office.

Good luck with all your educational endeavors. 1

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a child, grandchild, or member of the immediate family of a North Country alumnus/a

Be nominated by said alumnus/a

Be a full-time (12 credits or more) freshman or sophomore

Maintain a cumulative average of 3.0 to continue the scholarship award

Agree to release name and photo for College and/or alumni-initiated publicity

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

High school transcript with graduation date (academic average must be 85% or higher) or college GPA of 3.0

A resume (list all school/community activities, including offices held, awards received, etc.) and 2 letters of recommendation

An essay from applicant describing his/her qualifications and relationship to the North Country alumnus/a

A written statement by the nominating alumnus/a with his/her name, address, NCCC graduation date, telephone number, relationship to nominee and a few sentences about the nominee’s qualifications

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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North Country Community College

ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP

$500

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a returning full-time or part-time, second semester freshman or returning sophomore

Have and maintain no less than a 2.75 cumulative GPA

Describe financial need

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

North Country Community College

FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

$500

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North Country Community College

ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONALS SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

One Award per NCCC Campus

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a returning full-time student

Have a minimum GPA of 2.75 and be maintained to receive funding for the 2nd semester

Indicate current college and/or community service

State academic major

List career goals

Have a commitment to succeed academically at NCCC

How to apply:

Submit a typed two-page personal statement addressing the merit qualifications listed above and that answers the question of how the scholarship will benefit you

Provide permission to the Scholarship Committee to access academic records

Provide three references that can speak to your character, personal and academic goals. One reference should be from an NCCC mentor, advisor or faculty member.

Complete an Association of Professionals Scholarship Application form available from the NCCC scholarship web page

Submit materials to:

Tina LaMour

[email protected]

All materials should be scanned into one PDF file and emailed to the above by

Deadline: April 15, 2020

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ADIRONDACK BANK SCHOLARSHIP

$500

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

The scholarship will be available for students residing in any county where Adirondack Bank has an office. These counties include: Clinton, Franklin, Essex, Herkimer and Oneida

Eligible applicants will be students attending NCCC on a full-time basis (minimum 12 credits)

The student must achieve a 2.5 grade point average to maintain the award

The student must demonstrate financial need

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

A graduate of Lake Placid Central School District or a current resident of Lake Placid

Enrolled in either the PN or RN Program

Have no less than a 3.0 cumulative GPA

Demonstrate financial need

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above, including the year you graduated from Lake Placid Central School District or how long you have resided in Lake Placid

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

Adirondack Foundation

ALICE C. AGNEW SCHOLARSHIP

$500

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New York State Federation of

HOME BUREAUS SCHOLARSHIP

2 scholarships awarded — amounts to be determined

#1 - Nursing, Radiologic Technology or Human Services

Scholarship in honor of the Franklin County Home Bureau for a student in Nursing, Radiologic Technology or Human Services Program, award is based on academic achievement.

#2 – Radiologic Technology or Criminal Justice

Scholarship in honor of the Warren County Home Bureau for a student in the Radiologic Technology or Criminal Justice Program, award is based on academic achievement.

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Student must be full time second year student OR

A second year student carrying 7 credit hours in addition to work/study or internship

Have an academic standing of 2.85

Be a U.S. citizen

Must reside in one of the following counties: Albany, Allegany, Buffalo City, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Chemung, Chenango, Clinton, Dutchess, Erie, Franklin, Herkimer, Jefferson, Monroe, Niagara, Oswego, Rensselaer, St. Lawrence, Schenectady, Steuben, Tompkins, Warren, Wyoming, Yates

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed, PLUS a completed FRANKLIN or WARREN County NYS Federation of Home Bureaus 2020 application (found on NCCC website)

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be 21 years of age or older

Have returned to school after an absence

Be a New York State resident

Be enrolled in the AAS Chemical Dependency Counseling program or a related program

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed St. Joseph’s Scholarship Application (found on NCCC Foundation Scholarship website)

Verification of enrollment in the degree program

A personal interview may be requested

Submit to:

St. Joseph’s Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers

Scholarship Committee

Attn: Katie Kirkpatrick

P.O. Box 470

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

ST. JOSEPH’S

ADDICTION TREATMENT & RECOVERY CENTERS

SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

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GOKEY NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a full-time or part-time student at NCCC enrolled in either RN or PN Program

Preferably reside in Clinton, Essex or St. Lawrence Counties

Demonstrate merit and a diligent work ethic as well as financial need

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Recipient must be a dependent or immediate family member of a police officer killed or disabled in the line of duty

Must be enrolled in NCCC as a full-time student and maintain good academic standing

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Include a letter from the police department’s chief official (on de-partment letterhead) verifying the law enforcement officer’s service

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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NY POLICE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

for New York State Law Enforcement Dependents

Up to $9,000

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GINSBERG FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Amount to be determined

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be registered to attend NCCC on either full-time or part-time basis

Demonstrate merit as well as financial need

Preference will be given to students who have discontinued their

education and are returning to complete a certificate or degree

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A statement which explains how you meet the criteria listed above. Please include information on community involvement and/or volunteer activities (2 page limit)

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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FREDERICK M. AND WINIFRED S. SLACK TRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a returning student attending NCCC on a full-time basis (12 credits or more)

Maintain a grade point average of 3.0

Demonstrate financial need

Preference will be given to students 25 years of age or older pursuing an Environmental Science major

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

A statement of financial need which addresses how this scholarship will help finance your education

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: April 1, 2020

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HEALTH SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to $500

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a returning sophomore majoring in one of the following areas: Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Massage Therapy or Health Sciences

Have no less than a 2.5 cumulative GPA

Demonstrate financial need

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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NATHANIEL AND SARAH F. STEINBERG TRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a returning student attending NCCC on a full-time basis (12 credits or more)

Maintain a grade point average of 3.0

Demonstrate financial need

Preference will be given to students 25 years of age or older pursuing an Environmental Science major

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

A statement of financial need which addresses how this scholarship will help finance your education

A statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: April 1, 2020

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RUTH T. SWOPE SCHOLARSHIP

$900

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a returning female student who has demonstrated enthusiasm and great interest in her field

Reside in Granville, NY or in Franklin or Essex County

Be a nursing student (or related medical field preferred)

Be in good academic standing (3.0 GPA or better)

A complete application will consist of:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Enrolled in a program leading to RN licensing

22 years of age or older

Experience in providing some sort of health-related service, such as to family members, as a home health aide, or volunteer in a healthcare services environment desired.

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Adirondack Foundation

HELEN AND RALPH ARNOLD

NURSING EDUCATION FUND SCHOLARSHIP

UP TO $2,000

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Adirondack Foundation

JULIE LAMY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Currently an NCCC Liberal Arts student pursuing a later transfer for a teaching career OR a student in the Nursing Program pursuing a career as an LPN or RN

A student 25 years of age or older starting his/her second-year with a cumulative 3.0+ GPA

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page

with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be registered to attend NCCC on a full-time basis

Testify to financial need

Be a resident of Franklin County

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover

Page with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Capital District

OTB SCHOLARSHIP

Sponsored by

Capital District Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation

$1,000

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DAVID W. PETTY

MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

$1,200

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a second year, returning NCCC student who exemplifies leader-ship characteristics while actively participating in NCCC sponsored or community service activities

Must be in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA

Must have made a significant contribution to the College community particularly as it relates to the advancement of the mutual interest of students, the college or the community

Must have shown exemplary leadership skills while at NCCC

Must maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA for a second semester award

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Include a paragraph addressing high school, college and/or commu-

nity activities demonstrating exceptional leadership abilities, such as

coordinating a community based program, being captain of an

athletic team, etc.

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a returning student attending the NCCC Tulloch Campus (Malone)

Excel in leadership and service both in school and community - the Rotary motto is “Service Above Self”

Student must reside in Franklin County

A complete application will consist of:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

Statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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ROTARY CLUB OF MALONE SCHOLARSHIP

“Service Above Self”

$500

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MALONE

PROFESSIONAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

$500

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a full-time student at NCCC enrolled in the A.A.S. (RN) Nursing program on the Malone Campus

Maintain a GPA of 3.0

Have solid plans to continue on to a BSN program

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A description of your plan to continue your pursuit of a BSN degree

A short essay (150 words) stating your philosophy of nursing, career goals and why you should be the recipient of this scholarship

Documentation of your clinical evaluation that must meet or exceed the learning outcomes

Two letters of reference from current professors

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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CAN-AM RUGBY CLUB, INC.

SCHOLARSHIP

$750

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a second year or returning student

Must be in good academic standing with a minimum 3.2 GPA

Must demonstrate financial need

Student with no disciplinary action at NCCC

Preference will be given to those participating in athletic activities

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

Include a paragraph addressing high school, college and/or commu-

nity activities demonstrating exceptional leadership abilities, such

as coordinating a community based program, being captain of an

athletic team, etc.

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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ADIRONDACK FOUNDATION

JENKINS FUND SCHOLARSHIP FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

$1,500

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be a full-time or part-time NCCC student in the field of

Environmental Science

Have and maintain no less than a 2.5 cumulative GPA

Demonstrate financial need

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A paragraph which explains how you meet the criteria listed above

A statement of your educational plans and your future goals noting specifically how attending college classes will help you in your future endeavors

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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BOBBIE BERNSTEIN ANKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

$1,500

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Be registered to attend NCCC on either a full-time or part-time basis

Demonstrate a strong work ethic, positive attitude and be a leader in supporting other students

Demonstrate financial need

A complete scholarship application must include:

A completed NCCC Foundation Scholarship Application Cover Page with this scholarship listed

A statement which explains how you meet the criteria above. Please include any information on community involvement and/or volunteer activities.

A statement of your educational plans and your future goals

Submit to:

North Country Community College

Foundation Scholarships

P.O. Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Deadline: May 1, 2020

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Additional Scholarships

Additional scholarships have been established for college students

by generous donors in the community. See the following pages

information on some of our area scholarships.

These scholarships are not administered by the NCCC Foundation

and applications must be sent directly to the sponsoring group or

organizations.

Be sure to read the scholarship criteria carefully and follow

instruction when applying.

Good Luck!

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HUDSON MOHAWK AHEC SCHOLARSHIP

$500

The Hudson Mohawk Area Health Education Center, known as

Hudson Mohawk AHEC, will be awarding scholarships of $500

each to individuals newly entering an approved healthcare re-

lated certificate or degree program at a local community col-

lege, university or training entity within New York State. Ap-

plicants must reside in the Hudson Mohawk AHEC service re-

gion, which includes: Albany, Essex, Fulton, Hamilton,

Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren

and Washington counties.

Winners will be chosen from the applicants who have submit-

ted a completed application with all necessary paperwork in its

entirety by the posted deadline of: 12:00pm, on Monday,

April 6th, 2020. Preference will be given to students pursuing a

2-year degree at an educational institution within our catchmen

area.

Applicants may choose ONE method of submission for com-

pleted applications:

Email: [email protected]

or

U.S. Postal Service:

Hudson Mohawk AHEC Applicatiom

333 Glen St Suite 200A

Glens Falls, NY 12801

Note: These applications must arrive by the posted deadline

to be considered

For more information visit

http://hmahec.org/category/scholarships/

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KAREN MAHONEY SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

The scholarship will provide $1,000 annually to one student

who is currently a Certified Nurse Aide/Assistant at

The University of Vermont Health Network – Alice Hyde

Medical Center.

The recipient of this scholarship must:

1. Have worked for one year or longer at The University of

Vermont—Alice Hyde Medical Center

2. Be enrolled in an accredited RN or LPN program

3. Be recommended by his or her supervisor

4. Provide copy of latest college transcript

5. ALL FUNDS MUST BE USED FOR EDUCATIONAL

EXPENSES ONLY (TUITION AND/OR BOOKS)

Completed applications must include The Karen Mahoney

Scholarship Fund Application (found on the NCCC scholarship

web site) plus a letter of recommendation from your

supervisor.

All applications are due by May 1, and should be delivered to

the Volunteer Office, the Gift Shop or by mail to:

The UVM Health Network

Alice Hyde Medical Center Auxiliary

133 Park Street

Malone, NY 12953

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ALICE HYDE MEDICAL CENTER AUXILIARY

SCHOLARSHIPS

$300 & $800

Applicants must be planning to pursue a course of study in a

HEALTH CARE PROFESSION and be a RESIDENT of the

area that the AHMC serves (Brushton-Moira, Chateaugay,

Malone, St. Regis Falls, Salmon River).

There are two types of scholarships:

1. Students who are starting their first year of study in a health

care profession should apply. This scholarship will be $300

and will be awarded in June at Franklin Academy.

2. Students who have successfully completed one or more

years of study and are continuing their education in a health

care profession should apply. This scholarship will be $800

and will also be presented in June at Franklin Academy.

Completed applications must include an Alice Hyde Medical

Center Auxiliary Scholarship form (found on the NCCC schol-

arship web site) plus the following:

1. Cover letter describing financial need, reason for choosing

this health care profession, career goals and current extra

curricular activities

2. One recent letter of reference, other than your New Vision

H.C. Teacher

3. Current official school or college transcript

4. All applications are due by May 1, and should be sent to:

Mrs. Mary Kay Smith

75 Constable Street

Malone, NY 12953

[email protected]

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Saranac Lake Voluntary Health Association Scholarship

Opportunity for North Country Community College Students

Enrolled in the Nursing or Radiology Tech Programs

Recipients must follow the following criteria:

Be enrolled full time and in good academic standing

Be a resident of Essex, Franklin or Hamilton County

Have been accepted to the Registered Nursing program or second year of the Radiology Tech Program at NCCC for the 2020-21 year

Show care, compassion and overall excellence in dealing with patients

A Complete Application will consist of:

Completed SLVHA scholarship cover page (found on the NCCC

scholarship web site)

Cover letter with a brief essay describing your educational/life journey

thus far

Two letters of recommendation, with at least one from a health care

professional or instructor in your academic program

Transcript of current year’s academic studies

Copy of program acceptance letter when received

Please e mail a photo of yourself that we will use in a Press Release

announcing the recipients. E Mail address – [email protected]

Several $1,500 awards will be made; preference will be given to non-

traditional students (25+ years of age) going in to the RN or Rad Tech

programs.

Deadline for Application: May 29, 2020

Send Application to:

Saranac Lake Voluntary Health Association

75 Main Street, Suite 2

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Phone: 891-0910

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The Bruce L. Crary Foundation, Inc.

The Deo B. Colburn Education Foundation

The Lake Placid Education Foundation

Going Back to School?

Need some help?

Scholarships up to $3000 available

Three North Country foundations announce the continuation of a joint

effort to support students over 25 years of age. The program targets

older students who wish to begin or continue their college education.

The Bruce L. Crary Foundation, the Deo B. Colburn Education

Foundation and the Lake Placid Education Foundation will accept

applications for the 2020-2021 academic year starting in March.

Students who wish to begin or continue their undergraduate program, or

who were unable to complete the requirements of their undergraduate

college degree, and now plan to return to school are encouraged to

apply.

Applicants must be area residents, 25 years of age

or older, who have been accepted for full-time

studies at a regional college for the Fall Semester.

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Deadline for Application: July 15, 2020

Application information available at

www.craryfoundation.org

Scholarship Application Portal

(for new applicants and prior recipients)

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Women’s College Scholarship Club The Ilsa Gronemeijer Continuing Education Scholarship

PO Box 343

Saranac Lake, New York

Scholarship Guidelines

Adults returning to school after an absence from formal education of a

year or more, with a preference given to residents of the Saranac

Lake Central School District, are eligible to apply.

1. Applicants must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.

2. Applicants must provide financial information.

3. Applicants must fill out a short application.

4. A short history and goals statement must be submitted in a

personal letter with the application (application is separate).

5. Applicants must submit 2 letters of recommendation from

non-family members.

6. Applicant may receive a phone call if the committee has

questions.

7. Applications and letters are due no later than the second Friday

in May

8. Applications may be picked up at:

Saranac Lake Free Library

NCCC Foundation Office

or on NCCC website

Financial Aid Office, Paul Smith’s College

9. Four $1,000 scholarships are available. Scholarships will be

awarded by check to the winners once the club reviews a copy of

proof of enrollment.

For further information, contact committee members:

Linda Beairsto 518-891-1153

Ginny Bartlett 518-524-8173

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Alfred M. Aseel Legacy Scholarship

$5,000

This scholarship is available to non-traditional students (25

years of age or older) attending North Country Community

College, SUNY Potsdam, or SUNY Canton or Clinton Com-

munity College. The scholarship will support one student

from Tupper Lake or its immediate surrounding area (e.g.

Piercefield, Conifer) wishing to pursue an educational ex-

perience that allows them to “re-invent” themselves and

their future. The award is renewable annually if the recipi-

ent maintains the eligibility criteria.

Eligibility:

1. Reside in Tupper Lake or immediate surrounding area

2. Demonstrate integrity and good character

3. Show personal commitment and potential to succeed

4. Maintain a cumulative GPA 2.5 or greater.

Applications are only accepted through Adirondack Foundation's Online Grants Manager. www.adirondackfoundation.org/online-grants-manager

Deadline to apply is April 21, 2020

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The Edna A. Lauterbach Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Edna Lauterbach,

RN, former President of Competent Care, Inc. and American

Care, Inc. of Newburgh, New York. The fund is sponsored by

Community Health Care Services Foundation, Inc. (CHC), an

affiliate of the New York State Association of Health Care Pro-

viders, Inc. (HCP).

The Edna A. Lauterbach Scholarship is offered every Spring to:

1. New York State licensed practical nurses (LPN) or registered

nurses (RN) currently holding a nursing license in New York

State

2. Applicant must be interested in pursuing or furthering their

careers in home and community-based care.

3. The scholarship can be used for tuition, books, specialty

training and education, and other education-related expenses.

Please see the following website for more details about

Edna A. Lauterbach and application:

https://www.nyshcp.org/CHCFoundation/

Lauterbach_Nursing_Scholarship/CHCF/

Lauterbach_Nursing_Scholarship.aspx

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$5000 SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE TO COMMUNITY

COLLEGE FEMALE STUDENTS TRANSFERRING TO

ANY ACCREDITED FOUR YEAR COLLEGE

The Finch College Alumni Association Foundation Trust makes

it possible for today’s young women to continue college and

begin preparing for professional careers.

THE FREYA MOSKOWITZ STERN SCHOLARSHIP is named in

memory of our Finch College graduate through a generous donation

from her family. It is awarded annually to four Community College

women in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut area who are

transferring to any accredited four-year college in The United

States. Each scholarship totals $5,000 and is awarded in two segments:

$2,500 upon acceptance to the four-year college, and another $2,500

upon entering her final term before graduation.

THE FINCH COLLEGE ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP is also award-

ed to a Community College woman in the New York, New Jersey and

Connecticut area transferring to any accredited four-year college in The

United States. The timing of the $5,000 award is the same, $2,500 each

year. Several are awarded annually.

Please see the following website for more details and application

http://finchcollege.org/newscholarships.html

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Scholarship Search Sources on the Web

The Internet is a great tool to use in searching for

scholarships! Students should only use free

scholarship searches and never pay to complete an

application. Students may find the following free

national scholarship searches helpful:

FastWeb www.fastweb.com Student Scholarships www.studentscholarships.org CollegeBoard www.collegeboard.com Tutorspree www.tutorspree.com/scholarships

State & Federal Grant Websites

Federal Grants (Pell, Work-Study, SEOG)

www.fafsa.ed.gov

New York State (TAP)

http://www.ny.gov/services/education

Vermont State Residents

www.vsac.org

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NCCC FOUNDATION

Mission

The North Country Community College Foundation is

dedicated to helping the College maintain and enhance

the quality educational experiences offered to students

and the community by providing financial and resource

assistance.

As the philanthropic focal point for North Country

Community College, the Foundation provides an

opportunity for alumni, community residents, faculty,

staff, visitors and other interested parties to invest in the

College, its students and its future.

The Foundation's goals include:

Seeking philanthropic support for the College

Providing scholarships

Financing capital projects, development and

research projects to support the College and

its strategic directions

For further information please contact:

Diana Fortune

Director

NCCC Foundation

[email protected]

518-354-5261

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North Country Community College

Foundation PO Box 89

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Phone: (518) 891-2915 Ext 1250

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.nccc.edu

North Country Community College Foundation, Inc.

expresses gratitude to all the

private individuals, college, business and

civic organizations that underwrite these

very meaningful scholarships.