James Moody Jazz Scholarship for New Jersey
$10,000
$10,000
The James Moody Jazz Scholarship for New Jersey recognizes an exceptional high school senior each year with a prize valued at $10,000. The award honors the spirit of NEA Jazz Master James Moody—celebrating musicianship, creativity, leadership, and community service.
As Linda Moody has said of the scholarship’s importance: he took great pride in his Newark roots and delighted in helping young musicians access opportunities he did not have. “Moody’s enormous presence will always be with us,” she recalls.
Application overview
- Essay prompt: Applicants must submit a short written piece (300 words) responding to: “How has jazz changed your life...
ABCNJ Emerging Scholarships
$1,500
$1,500
Introduction
The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey seeks to equip and mentor emerging leaders who can serve effectively now and into the future. To support that goal, ABCNJ offers Emerging Scholarships for both undergraduate students and seminarians from churches in covenant with the Region. These awards are intended for students enrolled in accredited programs (two- or four-year), including Associate degrees, Bachelor of Arts/Science degrees, and graduate-level theological studies such as M.R.E., M.Div., or equivalent professional degrees.
Scholarship Awards
- Undergraduate: Eight (8) ABCNJ Emerging Scholar awards of $1,000 each for full-time students.
- Seminarian: Eight (8) ABCNJ Emerging Scholar...
Columbians College Scholarship
$5,000
$5,000
Introduction
The Columbians, an Italian‑American philanthropic organization based in New Jersey, awards annual scholarships to students in Northern New Jersey. Since our founding in 1982, we have distributed more than $2,000,000 in scholarship aid and financial hardship assistance. Each year we allocate between $25,000 and $50,000 in total scholarship funds, with individual awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Applications are available online via the Scholarship Application.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a high school senior living in Bergen County or Passaic County, New Jersey.
- While all eligible seniors may apply, preference is given to students who show academic excellence,...
Donald and Itasker Thorton Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
$1,000
Introduction
The Thornton Sisters Foundation, Inc. is a faith-based nonprofit organization that awards annual, one-year scholarships to deserving young women of color. Scholarships are intended to assist with first-year college expenses—principally tuition and/or books—based on the amount of funding available to the Foundation in that fiscal year.
Eligibility
- Must be a current senior at a public high school in New Jersey.
- Must identify as a female of color (examples include African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latino-American, Caribbean-American, Native American, Asian-American, etc.).
- Must have a minimum high school grade point average of C+.
Required Application Materials
1. Official high school transcript.
2....
Bernard Zuckerman Scholarship
$1,000
$1,000
Introduction
The New Jersey Council of the Blind (NJCB) is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of people who are blind or have low vision throughout New Jersey. Through advocacy, education, and community-building activities, NJCB offers resources, networking, and programs designed to increase independence and broaden opportunities. The organization also supports academic advancement by awarding scholarships to students who are blind or visually impaired pursuing further education.
Scholarship benefits
- A $1,000 cash award
- Complimentary first-year membership in the NJCB
- Public acknowledgement in NJCB’s quarterly newsletter and on the council’s Facebook page and website
Eligibility
Applicants...
Roots and Routes Scholarship
$1,000
$1,000
Introduction
The Law Office of Eric M. Mark is pleased to announce the 2026 Roots and Routes Scholarship. As immigration attorneys, we value the important contributions immigrants bring to the United States and understand that the journey to and through the immigration and naturalization processes can be lengthy and difficult. This scholarship is intended to help students who are immigrants or come from immigrant families by providing financial support and recognizing stories of perseverance.
Purpose and Prompt
We invite applicants to share their immigration narrative. Possible points to address include: how your family arrived in the United States; obstacles your...
AAUW-Lew Williams & Joan Odud Scholarship
$2,000
$2,000
Intro
The Freehold branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) awards annual scholarships to women who have returned to college to finish their degrees. The award program — previously known as the Lew Williams & Leila Sulkes Scholarship — accepts applications each year from January through July for the next academic year. The application deadline is July 31.
2026–2027 Scholarships
Applications are now being accepted for scholarships to support the 2026–2027 academic year. Awards of $2,000 each will be offered. These scholarships (currently named for Lew Williams and Joan Odud) are funded in part by proceeds from the...
NJ ASSP Scholarship Program
$1,000
$1,000
Intro
If you have a son, daughter, niece, nephew, or grandchild attending college — or know a New Jersey student pursuing Environmental Health & Safety studies — two scholarship opportunities are available through the NJ ASSP Chapter. Both awards are $1,000 and are granted twice annually. Below are the program overviews, eligibility rules, application materials, deadlines, and judging factors for each scholarship. For questions, contact scholarship@nj.assp.org.
General requirements applicable to both scholarships
- Complete the scholarship application form and submit it within the open application window.
- Include an official/current transcript.
- Provide a reference letter from a teacher, university...
Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship
$2,500
$2,500
The Cathay Bank Foundation provides financial support to young people living within the Bank’s service areas who are pursuing postsecondary education.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a high school senior living in one of Cathay Bank’s service counties located in California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Texas, or Washington.
- Must plan to begin college as a first‑year student in Fall 2026 at a U.S.-accredited four‑year college/university or at a community college. (If chosen, you will be required to submit an official college acceptance letter for confirmation.)
- Minimum cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0.
-...
Saint Andrew's Society Scholarships
$7,500
$7,500
Scholarship Application — Required Materials and Submission Instructions
Overview
Provide the items listed below with your completed application. Each element is required for the file to be considered complete.
Required attachments
1. Two recommendations: Obtain evaluations from two individuals familiar with your academic performance or work history. Each reference must be sent directly to the committee chairman by the person writing the recommendation (i.e., referees should forward their letters themselves).
2. Genealogical documentation: Supply genealogical evidence demonstrating Scottish birth or descent. Be thorough but concise.
3. Personal statement/essay: Submit an essay that addresses all of the following:
- What are...
Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
$500
$500
Eligibility for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
Introductory summary:
To qualify for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship, applicants must meet age, academic, residency, and submission requirements listed below. The essay prompt is available on the application page and must be completed by the stated deadline.
Who is eligible:
- Age: You must be between 17 and 24 years old as of September 1, 2026.
- Essay: Provide a response to the essay question shown on the application page and submit it before the deadline of May 1, 2026.
- Academic standing: Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Residency: Be...
Martha Washington Garden Club Scholarship
$2,000
$2,000
Introduction
The Martha Washington Garden Club of Yardley, PA is awarding scholarships in memory of club member Jane Parr. These awards are intended for qualified high school or college students who plan to pursue careers in horticulture or closely related disciplines, including but not limited to landscape architecture, forestry, conservation, environmental studies, turf management, conservation and wildlife management, marine biology, and floriculture.
Eligibility and award details
- Open to qualified high school seniors or current college students.
- Applicants must reside in the tri-state area of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware.
- Scholarship amounts are set annually and will be...
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
Students: 5,360
Tuition: $52,948
Students: 5,360
Case Western Reserve University is a private nonprofit institution located in Cleveland, OH. The school has approximatley 5360 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $109,858. The average age of students entering Case Western Reserve University is 20. The most popular programs at the Case Western Reserve University are: Engineering (30%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (11%), Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services (10%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (10%) and Social Sciences (8%).
Kenyon College
Gambier, OH
Students: 1,610
Tuition: $55,020
Students: 1,610
Kenyon College is a private nonprofit institution located in Gambier, OH. The school has approximatley 1610 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $137,788. The average age of students entering Kenyon College is 19. The most popular programs at the Kenyon College are: Social Sciences (25%), English Language And Literature (17%), Visual And Performing Arts (12%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (10%) and Psychology (8%).
Denison University
Granville, OH
Students: 2,253
Tuition: $56,680
Students: 2,253
Denison University is a private nonprofit institution located in Granville, OH. The school has approximatley 2253 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $103,917. The average age of students entering Denison University is 19. The most popular programs at the Denison University are: Social Sciences (22%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (13%), Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs (11%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (10%) and Psychology (9%).
Princeton University
Princeton, NJ
Students: 4,688
Tuition: $48,502
Students: 4,688
Princeton University is a private nonprofit institution located in Princeton, NJ. The school has approximatley 4688 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $63,668. The average age of students entering Princeton University is 19. The most popular programs at the Princeton University are: Social Sciences (20%), Engineering (15%), Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services (12%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (10%) and Public Administration And Social Service Professions (9%).
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ
Students: 3,787
Tuition: $55,952
Students: 3,787
Stevens Institute of Technology is a private nonprofit institution located in Hoboken, NJ. The school has approximatley 3787 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $133,007. The average age of students entering Stevens Institute of Technology is 19. The most popular programs at the Stevens Institute of Technology are: Engineering (57%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (12%), Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services (12%), Mathematics And Statistics (8%) and Engineering Technologies And Engineering-Related Fields (4%).
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ
Students: 8,311
Tuition: $33,386
Students: 8,311
New Jersey Institute of Technology is a public institution located in Newark, NJ. The school has approximatley 8311 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $57,776. The average age of students entering New Jersey Institute of Technology is 22. The most popular programs at the New Jersey Institute of Technology are: Engineering (40%), Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services (25%), Engineering Technologies And Engineering-Related Fields (13%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (6%) and Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (5%).
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ
Students: 35,428
Tuition: $31,785
Students: 35,428
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is a public institution located in New Brunswick, NJ. The school has approximatley 35428 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $66,613. The average age of students entering Rutgers University-New Brunswick is 22. The most popular programs at the Rutgers University-New Brunswick are: Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (18%), Engineering (11%), Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services (11%), Health Professions And Related Programs (10%) and Biological And Biomedical Sciences (8%).
Rutgers University-Newark
Newark, NJ
Students: 8,887
Tuition: $31,284
Students: 8,887
Rutgers University-Newark is a public institution located in Newark, NJ. The school has approximatley 8887 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $66,613. The average age of students entering Rutgers University-Newark is 22. The most popular programs at the Rutgers University-Newark are: Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (44%), Public Administration And Social Service Professions (10%), Psychology (10%), Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services (9%) and Biological And Biomedical Sciences (8%).
Rutgers University-Camden
Camden, NJ
Students: 5,387
Tuition: $31,113
Students: 5,387
Rutgers University-Camden is a public institution located in Camden, NJ. The school has approximatley 5387 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $66,613. The average age of students entering Rutgers University-Camden is 22. The most popular programs at the Rutgers University-Camden are: Health Professions And Related Programs (30%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (27%), Psychology (8%), Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services (6%) and Biological And Biomedical Sciences (5%).
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
Students: 5,822
Tuition: $45,290
Students: 5,822
Seton Hall University is a private nonprofit institution located in South Orange, NJ. The school has approximatley 5822 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $86,868. The average age of students entering Seton Hall University is 20. The most popular programs at the Seton Hall University are: Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (28%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (11%), Social Sciences (11%), Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities (8%) and Health Professions And Related Programs (8%).