2024-25 scholarships will be updated throughout the school year. Check this page periodically for new updates. Applications/information for each scholarship can also be found in the Student Services office in the scholarship bin.
Dollars for Scholars
It’s never too early to start a Dollars for Scholars online application! Schuylerville’s local chapter gives out thousands of dollars in scholarships at the district’s graduation ceremony for eligible students. The Schuylerville online application can be found here.
- Once you are on the home page, click on the ‘Students and Parents’ tab at the top of the page.
- On this next page, under Student and Parent Login, click on the red Login. This will open the Scholarship America Dollars for Scholars Student Center. You should see ‘Don’t have an account yet? Create one here’.
- After clicking on that link in Schuylerville Junior-Senior High School, under ‘High School Name’ and click on the blue link that reads ‘Choose this school’.
- You will then be directed to several pages of info that students need to fill in…only those with asterisks are required.
For questions about the Dollars for Scholars Program, please contact your school counselor.
February
Elks Legacy Awards: eligible applicants must be a child or grandchild of a living Elk member in good standing; more information can be found online. Deadline: Feb. 3
March
The Grishkot Foundation Scholarships:
- The Walter Grishkot Memorial Scholarship is for area high school graduates and college students enrolled in the study of aviation, aeronautics or related fields.
- The Joan Grishkot Memorial Scholarship is for those enrolled in the study of nursing. Undergraduate premedical and graduate medical studies are not eligible.
Eligible applicants must be a resident of Warren, Washington, or Saratoga County and should apply online. Deadline: March 1
- Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides postsecondary scholarship support (averaging $3,500 per year) to every eligible child of a Marine. Deadline: March 1
- Brown Hudner Navy Scholarship Foundation provides support in postsecondary STEM programs to children of sailors. Deadline: March 1
- Hudson Mohawk AHEC Health Career Scholarship: eligible applicants must be entering an approved healthcare related certificate or degree program at a local community college, university, or training entity within New York State. Deadline: March 21
- First New York Federal Credit Union Scholarship: eligible applicants must be a First New York Federal Credit Union member in good standing, plan to attend a two or four-year college in the fall of 2025, be an active volunteer within the community, and submit a 250 word essay answering the question: “How would the First New York Scholarship benefit you in pursuing your college career?” Deadline: March 14
- NYSUT Retiree Council 10 Scholarship: eligible applicants must be pursuing a degree in education at either a two-year college transfer program or a four-year college. Deadline: March 25
- Gerard J. Buckenmeyer FASNY Volunteer Scholarship: eligible applicants must be a member in good standing with FASNY or have a parent/legal guardian who is a member and serve as a current Junior firefighter, Explorer Scout or RAM in a group affiliated with a volunteer department or a volunteer with an EMS unit. Deadline: March 15
- Julia O. Wells Memorial Education Foundation Inc. Scholarship: offers a scholarship to a student who plans to pursue his/her education at a two or four year accredited registered professional nursing program. Deadline: If you plan to pursue this path, please see Mrs. Rust or Mrs. O’Brien before March 15.
High school Links
Contact Us
High School Student Services
School Counselor, Grade 9
Carrie Bean
(518) 695-3255 ext. 2291
School Counselor, Grades 10-12, last names A-K
Janine O’Brien
(518) 695-3255 ext. 2001
School Counselor, Grades 10-12, last names L-Z
Sarah Rust
(518) 695-3255 ext. 2256
Saratoga Center for the Family
School-Based Therapist, 7-12
Shelbi Messick-Miller
April
- MMB Accounting Diversity Scholarship: eligible applicants must identify with an ethnic minority, have applied to or currently attend a college in NYS offering an accounting program that would lead the student to licensure as a CPA, and have accounting as their major field of study. Deadline: April 30
- Troy Industrial Solutions Manufacturing Scholarship: eligible applicant must be a graduating high school senior who is interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, welding, CNC machining, or electromechanical technology. The Troy Industrial Solutions Manufacturing Scholarship recipient will receive a $1,000.00 financial award to be used towards earning a certificate or educational credential at any college, vocational or trade school in the US. Funds can be used for tuition, fees, books, equipment, or tools used in this endeavor. Deadline: April 1
- Operation Adopt A Soldier, Inc.: eligible applicants must be a graduating senior, have/had a service member in his/her family, have a letter of recommendation, and write a 300-400 word essay answering the question: “What is your viewpoint of people who serve in the military?” Deadline: Essays must be returned to either Mrs. O’Brien or Mrs. Rust by April 15.
- Electric Worker Scholarship: established by National Grid to assist those who plan to continue their education at HVCC in either an Electrical Construction Maintenance Degree or Overhead Line Workers Certificate program. Deadline: April 15
- The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame 2025 Rodion Cantacuzene Scholarship: eligible applicants must demonstrate a record of academic excellence, an interest in history and/or the arts, and exemplary service to their community. Deadline: April 11
- NSPE-NY Scholarship: eligible applicants must be planning to attend an ABET accredited college engineering program. Deadline: April 1
- NYFB Agricultural Youth Scholarship: eligible applicants are seniors who are graduating and interested in pursuing a career related to agriculture. Deadline: April 1
May
- Hudson Crossing Park Seedling Award: eligible applicants must have demonstrated excellence in community service, environmental stewardship, and leadership, serving as a role model to their peers and proving that individuals can make a difference. Applicants must submit either a 1,000-word essay OR a 3-5 minute video explaining how their leadership and service have positively impacted their community and/or environment, and how they plan to continue making a difference beyond high school. Deadline: May 1
June
The Lariat Future Innovators Foundation STEM Scholarship: this scholarship is designed to empower students aged 18-24 who are pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math. Eligible students are from small towns with a population of fewer than 25,000 and who have a family household income of $55,000 or less. Deadline: June 15
Past Scholarships
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: eligible applicants must be a US Citizen; however, they do not need to be related to a member of the Elks; applicants will be judged based on leadership, financial need, and scholarship. Please be sure to use the pulldown box for the association Elks Lodge, which would be Saratoga/Wilton #161. Deadline: Nov. 12
Hagan Scholarship: a nationwide, four-year, need-based merit scholarship providing each recipient with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free, providing up to $7,500 each semester. After graduation from college, Hagan Scholars can apply for a two-year extension of their scholarship to attend graduate school or a professional school, receiving $6,000 each semester. Deadline: Dec. 1
Boston University – Trustee & Presidential Scholarship: Students with outstanding academic records and strong leadership skills can apply to Boston University and be considered for one of the merit-based scholarships below. Deadline: Dec. 1
- Trustee Scholarship: Boston University’s most prestigious full-tuition scholarship recognizes extraordinary academic performance and leadership ability. Students must submit one additional essay with their application for admission.
- Presidential Scholarship: This four-year, $25,000 scholarship is awarded to students with exceptional academic achievements. No additional application materials are required—all students need to do to be considered is apply for admission by the scholarship deadline.
To learn more about the requirements of these scholarships and other merit awards offered by BU, please visit their website.
Signature Scholarship: Eligible applicants must submit a 2-3 minute video essay sharing how he/she uncovers the untold stores in their community. More information can be found here. Deadline: Dec. 6
The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship / Internship Program: this program will provide selected high school seniors with a scholarship up to $40,000 for college and internship opportunities at Amazon. Learn more information here. Deadline: Dec. 19
Equitable Excellence Scholarship: eligible applicants must demonstrate ambition and self-drive to be a force for good in school, community or work activities. Application can be found here. Deadline: Dec. 18
Cyber Service Academy (CSA) Scholarship Program: eligible applicants must be enrolled at a NCAE-C-designated institution in a program related to cybersecurity, information assurance, or computer science. This scholarship will provide full tuition and support for students pursuing degrees in cybersecurity, in exchange for service in the DoD or Intelligence Community after graduation. More information is available here and a list of all eligible NCAE-C designated schools can be found here.
Saratoga Credit Union College Scholarship Program: College-bound high school seniors may apply to three different scholarships with one application; eligible applicants must attend either a two or four-year accredited institution for the first time in the fall of 2025. Applications can be found here. Deadline: Jan. 17
The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship: eligible applicants must be a graduating senior, a US citizen, present evidence of financial need, demonstrate a record of academic excellence as well as leadership potential, and plan to attend a 4-year college. Please find more information here.Deadline: Jan. 9
TCT Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program
- Visit tctfcu.org to download an application. The student will need to contact the credit union directly to obtain a credit union verification code to verify eligibility.
- Complete the application form and required essay and obtain the required transcripts, along with the signature of a parent or guardian.
- Deadline: application materials must be submitted online no later than Jan. 17
Saratoga’s Community Federal Credit Union: eligible applicants must be planning to enroll in a two or four-year accredited institution for the first time in the fall of 2025; scholarships awarded may range from $500 to $1,500. Application can be found here. Deadline: Jan. 17