Scholarships and Financial Aid

Financial Aid (FAFSA)

An important source of financial aid is through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The first step is to set up and account here.

Scholarships

Every dollar is important, so do not overlook scholarships provided by employers, unions, churches and service groups with which you are associated. All  applications have a deadline and most require the submission of specific documents, such as a transcript and an essay, so read the directions closely.

Applications are also available in the LHS Guidance Office.

For those who plan on attending a SUNY or CUNY school and whose family income is less than $125,000 per year can qualify for free tuition. For more details and how to apply for the Excelsior Scholarship, visit the program page.

First Generation College Scholarship

Students who are the first in their families to attend college, especially those from the immigrant community, often must overcome unique obstacles. Encountering an unfamiliar environment, a new country, financial responsibilities, and demanding school work can be challenging for anyone, but especially for students whose parents did not attend college themselves.

  • Deadline: July 21, 2025
  • Amount: $2,000 (2)

Community Impact Scholarship

The Law Office of Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. now offers one scholarship worth $2,500 to undergraduate students who have made a substantial impact in their community through volunteer work.

  • Deadline: Aug. 6, 2025
  • Amount: $2,500

NYS STEM Incentive Program

Tuition award for students who graduate in the top 10% of their NYS high school class and pursue a degree in STEM at SUNY or CUNY.

  • Deadline: Aug. 15, 2025
  • Amount: Up to $7,070

National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships

Each year NPVA offers merit-based scholarships for students who are committed to volunteering and making a difference in their communities. Scholarships are open to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.

  • Deadlines: Sept. 30, 2025/Nov. 30, 2025
  • Amount:  $1,000

Be Bold Scholarship

The “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.

  • Deadline: Monthly
  • Amount: $25,000

Sallie Mae Scholarship

Sallie Mae is offering a straightforward monthly scholarship opportunity, awarding $2,000 to eligible entrants. No essays or account sign-ups are required—just a simple scholarship for individuals seeking financial assistance for their education.

  • Deadline: Monthly
  • Amount: $2,000

The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship

Programs of Study: Carpentry, Construction Management, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing.

  • Deadline: Quarterly
  • Amount: $2,500

Novo Nordisk Donnelly Scholarship

This scholarship is dedicated to students affected by diabetes.

  • Deadline: None listed
  • Amount: up to $10,000

NYS DREAM Act

The Senator Jose’ Peralta NYS DREAM Act gives undocumented and other students access to the New York State-administered student financial aid to support their higher education costs.  Students eligible to apply for financial aid through the NYS DREAM Act must also complete an application for each program they are interested in obtaining aid from.

  • Deadline: None listed
  • Amount: Varies

Thiel High School Fellowship

The Thiel Fellowship gives $100,000 to young people who want to build new things instead of sitting in a classroom.

  • Deadline: Rolling deadline
  • Amount: $100,000 over two years for the fellowship