New Jersey Scholarships for High School and College Students

The James Moody Jazz Scholarship for New Jersey, is a $10,000 prize, offered annually to an outstanding high school senior who embodies the qualities expressed by the NEA Jazz Master through his life and works—musicianship, creativity, leadership and community involvement.This scholarship would be an immense source of pride for my husband. He often fondly recalled growing up in Newark. He was always thrilled when he could provide aspiring musicians with the resources he never had. Moody’s enormous presence will always be with us.” Linda MoodyOne portion of the scholarship application is a student essay answering the question, “How has jazz...

The Columbians annually award area students between $25,000 and $50,000 in scholarships. Each award ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 for the successful candidate. Applications are available by clicking the Scholarship Applications button below.The Scholarship Committee of the Columbians reviews each application and considers the following criteria:Financial NeedAcademic AchievementSAT/ACT Score Community and Extracurricular InvolvementEssay SubmissionAny Special Circumstances Demonstrate an Interest in talian Heritage, Art, Music, or Culture.The Completed Application Must be Received by May 1, 2025. The student must be a High School Senior residing in Bergen or Passaic County, New Jersey.Re-Award Scholarship ApplicationThe Columbians may provide ongoing financial support of...

One or more Scholarships of $2000 are awarded for an academic year for women in undergraduate or graduate degree programs.  Named for outstanding volunteers, funding for the Lew Williams and Joan Odud Scholarships is contingent upon the amounts raised by the annual June AAUW Book Sale in Freehold, NJ.Each year, Applications are accepted from January to July for the following academic school year.  The deadline for applying for scholarships is July 31, each year.SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATIONScholarships of $2,000 for the academic year 2024-2025 are available from the Freehold Branch of AAUW for qualified applicants. Named for outstanding volunteers, funding for the...

The Kathleen Barra Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of our former member.  The applicant must be a high school senior in Ocean or Monmouth County, class of 2025, enrolled full-time in college in the school year 2025-26 with a major in a business-related program. She must embrace the mission of AAUW: The American Association of University Women (AAUW) advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, philanthropy, and research.Kathleen Barra Memorial $1,000 Scholarship AnnouncementThe American Association of University Women Northern Ocean County Branch (AAUW) will award a $1,000 scholarship in memory of one of our members, Kathleen Barra.Qualifications:High school...

The Maureen O’Keefe Aptowicz Memorial Scholarship has been established in honor of our former member. The applicant must be a high school senior in Ocean or Monmouth County, class of 2025, enrolled full time in college in the school year 2025-26 with a major in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) related program. She must embrace the mission of AAUW: The American Association of University Women (AAUW) advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, philanthropy, and research.AnnouncementThe American Association of University Women Northern Ocean County Branch (AAUW) will award a $1,000 scholarship in memory of one of our members, Maureen...

The estate of Mildred Sylvester established an endowed scholarship that awards an annual scholarship to an outstanding 1st, 2nd or 3rd year veterinary student with a connection to the state of New Jersey.Eligibility Criteria1st, 2nd or 3rd year veterinary student in good standing at an AVMA accredited school in the United StatesA connection to the state of New Jersey (birth, residency, education, etc.)A demonstration of academic excellenceInvolvement in university affiliated organizations including leadership responsibilitiesLeadership and participation in non-university activitiesFinancial need

This scholarship is designed to support students who are either immigrants themselves or come from immigrant families. We invite applicants to share their unique immigration stories. How did your family come to the United States? What challenges did you or your family face during the immigration process or in becoming American citizens? How has this experience impacted your life or the lives of your family members?In addition to highlighting personal stories, we encourage applicants to reflect on the broader significance of immigration and how it shapes communities and enriches American society. The Roots and Routes Scholarship aims to celebrate the...