SUNY Cobleskill strives to see that each of our students graduate with as little debt as possible. We offer over 180 different scholarships to help make college more affordable for incoming and returning students. Scholarships ensure students the opportunity to receive a quality education, providing a solid foundation for the rest of their lives.
| Scholarship Name: | Criteria: |
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| Harry Abrahamsen Scholarship Endowment | Continuing average student with high potential and a GPA of 2.5 or higher who demonstrates leadership ability and volunteer work. |
| Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. Ackerknecht Scholarship Endowment | A continuing equine major who has demonstrated financial need, academic promise and who has demonstrated and been actively involved in student leadership initiatives. Preferred GPA of at least 2.5. |
| Agricultural Engineering Faculty Scholarship Endowment | Ag Eng continuing student with 2.50 GPA or higher in all major curriculum courses. Based on scholarship, campus activities and financial need. |
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Agricultural Studies Endowed Scholarship |
For students in Agriculture and Natural Resources programs. Must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor's or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
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Alta Equipment Company Scholarship |
This scholarship fund was established to benefit students in the Department of Ag Engineering at SUNY Cobleskill. The recipient will be pursuing a degree in diesel technology, ag engineering, or ag power machinery. The recipient must either be currently employed by an Alta dealership, and/or agree to do an on-site experiential applied learning placement (internship) at an Alta dealership. It is preferred the recipient maintains a GPA of at least 2.5. A letter of recommendation is needed from a teacher, faculty member, community leader, or employer; Alta may also put forward a recommendation directly to the College. Each year, the Ag Eng Department Chair will put forward the names of recommended recipients to the College Foundation. The student must not already be receiving a scholarship from a non-Alta dealership. The scholarship is renewable. The scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their pursuit of a bachelor’s or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Alumni Legacy Scholarship |
Incoming and continuing students with academic excellence, having one or more parents who are SUNY Cobleskill alumni. Consideration will also be given to students who have other family members as College alumni. Exceptional community service and leadership ability will also be considered. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelors or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Alumni Margin of Excellence Scholarship Endowment | Incoming associate or bachelor student. Based on academic performance in high school and civic activities. |
| Arkell Hall Foundation Scholarship Endowment | Incoming associate or bachelor student who is also a resident of Montgomery Co., (western Montgomery preferred) who shows academic achievement and involvement in school and civic activities |
| Jeremy Ayres Scholarship Endowment | To be awarded to an incoming or returning student with a minimum GPA of a 3.0 that demonstrates community service ( for example volunteer fire fighter). Club participation in FFA, Skills USA, or 4H required. Preference goes to a student in Ag Eng. AAS majors, FWLD AAS majors, and Culinary AAS majors. |
| J. Roger Barber Scholarship Endowment | Ag incoming student from a rural area of New York; based on citizenship, scholarship and leadership. Financial need will also be considered |
| Cole Barnard Scholarship Endowment | Continuing CAHT associates degree with 3.0 GPA or greater. |
| The Bartlett Tree Foundation, Inc. Grant-in-Aid |
These grants shall be given to promising undergraduate or graduate school students majoring in horticulture or forestry who have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in Arboriculture. Evidence of interest may consist or courses, internships, work experience or special projects in these fields. Students at any level from newly admitted freshman to Masters students may be considered. Candidates must be enrolled as full-time students and attend classes on campus unless permission is requested in writing and granted by The Bartlett Tree Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors or its designated representative. |
| William (Bill) Barton Scholarship Endowment | For continuing bachelor of technology students majoring in an Agriculture and Natural Resources major, with preference given to dairy students. Students must have a 3.25 or higher GPA, be an outstanding campus citizen and display potential for making a positive contribution to the agricultural community. |
| Andy Bates Alumni Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Ag continuing majoring in Ag Eng or Turfgrass Management who have completed 30 or more college credits and have a 2.50 or higher cumulative average at SUNY Cobleskill. Displays potential for making a positive contribution to the agricultural engineering and/or turfgrass industry. Possess a high interest in golf course equipment design, manufacturing, and use. Outstanding campus citizen |
| Roger Becker Agricultural Scholarship Endowment |
Ag incoming associate or bachelor student majoring in Animal Science or Agricultural Business |
| Derwin and Annie R. Bennett Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Business Administration, Agricultural, Graphic Design or Social Science major who is also a member of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP). Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and must also be in a student leadership position or experience on campus. If an EOP student is not available, a general admit student can receive. |
| Effie Bennett-Powe Scholarship Endowment | Early Childhood continuing student with 30 – 50 credits, financial need, 3.0 or higher GPA. The student must have completed Anti-Bias Strategies: A Human Relations Approach. The student must have intent to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood education as well as evidence of participation in an anti-bias strategies project such as workshops, presentations, letter-writing campaigns, or volunteerism. Applicants should submit a one page statement requesting the scholarship and two letters of recommendation. |
| The Robert E. & Ethel M. Benninger Endowed Catering Scholarship | Returning student majoring in Culinary Arts with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Student should demonstrate an aptitude in catering with a B+ or higher in the SUNY Cobleskill Catering Class. Preference is given to Schoharie County students. Financial need is required. |
| George Berner Scholarship Endowment |
Continuing student in the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, preferable Fisheries and Wildlife, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipient should be a non-traditional student who shows involvement in campus and club activities. Financial Need is required. |
| Kevin L. Berner Scholarship Endowment | Designated for a returning Wildlife Management student with at least a 3.0 GPA. The
student should be an active member of the Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society
and should exhibit leadership in that group. It is preferred that the fund should
be used to help to underwrite the expenses of a student attending the annual national
meeting of The Wildlife Society. Secondarily it could be used for student travel to
present at other professional meetings. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses (travel expenses) that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelors or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Welton "Doc" Blessing Memorial BT in Agricultural Machinery Endowed Scholarship | Recipients will be continuing, full-time students who demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. In addition, recipients will be returning students who have completed 22 credits within an agricultural major. The scholarship must be used towards non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Giancarlo Boba & Richard L. Tobing II Memorial Scholarship Fund | Recipients must be enrolled in a Culinary Arts program and preference will be given to students residing in Schoharie County. The scholarship must be used towards non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Hector Boiardi Memorial Scholarship Endowment | CAHT incoming student majoring in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management, who has evidence of academic achievement and financial need. |
| John W. and Helen M. Bouck Scholarship Endowment | Middleburgh high school graduates in their second freshman semester maintaining 2.75 GPA. |
| Thomas Bowes Scholarship Endowment |
Preferred recipients be full-time students who demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.25. In addition, student recipients may be of any age, will show good potential and need support. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Natural Sciences/Joanne Signor Braman Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Liberal Arts and Sciences continuing AAS or AS Science including majors in Biotechnology Chemical Technology, Histotechnology, Medical Career Transfer with 3.0 GPA after two semesters, active in college and civic activities. |
| The Celia W. Braun & Irene K. Braun Scholarship Endowment for Women | It is for one continuing female student whose lifestyle reflects stewardship of Mother Earth. To be eligible you must submit a 250-350 word college-level essay answering the following question: “What have you already accomplished in your life in order to help sustain Mother Earth so that future generations can thrive?” Preference will be given to a female Schoharie County high school graduate and/or a non-traditional age woman. |
| Braun/Loduha Family Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student who engages in research related to environmental sustainability broadly defined. To be eligible student must submit a 250-350 word college-level essay answering the following question-"What impact will your research have in order to help sustain the Earth for future generations." Preference will be given to a Schoharie County high school graduate and/or a non-traditional age student. |
| Brinkman/Parker Scholarship Endowment | To be awarded to an incoming student with a average grade of a C or better or a returning student with a minimum GPA of 2.25. The student must be a business or culinary student involved in any civic activities or sports. |
| Brooks' BBQ Scholarship | Incoming, Returning or Transfer students majoring in Food/Restaurant Management with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need is required. Preference is given to local students if they qualify. |
| William Brophy Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Business student with 2.75 GPA or greater following second semester |
| Brown's Feed Scholarship | Continuing students who are Animal Science: Dairy majors with at least a 3.00 GPA and participate in extra-curricular activities. |
| Charles J. Buck Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Preferred student recipients will be majoring in an Agricultural Engineering curriculum at SUNY Cobleskill. Preference will be given to transfer students who are residents of Schoharie County. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Dr. Chester and Nancy Burton Annual Scholarship for Business Students | To be awarded to two continuing students who are enrolled in a business program at SUNY Cobleskill. Preference will be given to students with a 3.25 GPA who are Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society (EPT) members in good standing. Further preference will be given to students who have completed at least 22 credits. The scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that students incur in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Callanan Industries Workforce Development Scholarship | This annual scholarship was established to reward incoming, continuing or transfer students enrolled in SUNY Cobleskill’s ag equipment technology, diesel technology, or power machinery programs. The recipient must either be currently employed by Callanan Industries, and/or agree to do a paid internship placement at Callanan Industries. The recipient must maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. A letter of recommendation is needed from a teacher, community leader, or employer; Callanan may also put forward a recommendation directly to the College. Financial need is not required but should be considered. The scholarship is renewable. The scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses. |
| Milton CAT / Caterpillar Fund | Reward incoming, continuing or transfer Ag Engineering students with career goals in the heavy equipment industry. Minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need not required, but should be considered. Students must be enrolled in the Ag Equipment Technology BT, Diesel Technology or Power and Machinery majors. Students selected shall not be sponsored by a non-Caterpillar dealership. Letter of recommendation from instructor and business connection is required. |
| Champion of Sustainability Endowed Scholarship | Recipients will be SUNY Cobleskill students who have demonstrated an interest in sustainability. The recipient will have financial need. Preferably the recipient will have a 2.5 or higher GPA (or equivalent academic standing if an incoming student). Preferred consideration will be given to members of the Plant Science & Sustainability Club or similar organization. The scholarship is renewable provided criteria continues to be met. The scholarship must be used towards non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Abe and Rebecca Chavin Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Ag incoming associate or bachelor student, majoring in Ag Eng, Dairy Production & Management or an agricultural major. A resident of Rensselaer County with consideration given to Washington and Columbia counties. Also based on high school academic performance and participation in school and civic activities. Renewable. |
| Walter J. Clark Scholarship Endowment |
Continuing or internal transfer Ag Bachelor, must have a 3.25 or higher college GPA and demonstrate active involvement in college and student activities. Student financial need will also be considered. |
| Class of 1956 Scholarship Endowment | Returning student with a 2.5 or higher GPA. Good student leader and demonstrates community involvement. |
| Ron Cleeve Endowed Scholarship | To benefit students in psychology or a related field at SUNY Cobleskill. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor's degree or a associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| The Michael Cobbins Transfer Student Scholarship | Scholarship awarded for one year to a transfer student with financial need. Student transferring into a two year degree program at SUNY Cobleskill, must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA at a prior institution and transferring in a minimum of 30 credit hours. If a student is transferring into a four year program at SUNY Cobleskill, they must have a 3.0 GPA and a minimum of 60 credit hours from a prior institution. An early child hood education student is preferred for this scholarship. |
| Cobleskill Auxiliary Services Scholarship Endowment | The recipient will be a full-time student in a food systems or culinary curriculum (preferred), or other major. Preferably, the recipient will have financial need. The recipient will have a 2.0 or higher GPA. The scholarship is automatically renewable provided the criteria continues to be met. The scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor's degree or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Coby Bound Presidential Scholarship | Recipients will be full-time students, preferably incoming students who have participated in the College in the High School program. Recipients will have a high school average of 90 or higher or a college GPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipients will have demonstrated academic potential and commitment to working hard in school, work or the community. The scholarship can be used for non-tuition college expenses and is renewable for one additional year. |
| Donald and Susan Cohen Math Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student majoring in mathematics with a 3.0 GPA in all math courses taken at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Jill Collins-Suchocki Scholarship Endowment | Incoming student from Cobleskill-Richmondville High School with a minimum of 80% high school GPA. Financial need should be considered. |
| Margaret T. Cronin Scholarship Endowment |
Scholarship for students enrolled in program offered by the Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics excluding Paramedic Program. Please follow the descending list of criteria for program preference: BS Biotechnology, AS Science or AS Health Science, AAS Biological Technology. GPA Requirement of 3.0 or higher. Preference given to First generation female student and Incoming freshmen or transfer students to BS. Biotechnology Program (either gender) |
| Thomas J. Cronin, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Endowment |
Scholarship for students enrolled in program offered by the Department of Natural
Sciences and Mathematics excluding Paramedic Program. |
| Culinary Arts Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Culinary Arts student with 2.5 GPA or greater. Also based upon professional attitude, expertise and culinary promise. |
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Darcy and Crum Family Endowment for Leadership |
This endowment was established to promote student participation in international and national conferences and leadership opportunities. Award recipients will have demonstrated a commitment to their campus/community, currently serving in leadership tracks or positions. In addition, they will be residents of New York State. Preference will be given to students in Liberal Arts & Sciences programs. Secondarily, School of Agriculture & Natural Sciences students with an interest in pursuing a career in waste to energy, agricultural business, or law will be considered. This award must be used for non-tuition educational expenses (expenses related to conferences/travel) that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Delaware Engineering Endowed Scholarship |
To benefit students in the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Environmental Science at SUNY Cobleskill. Preference will be given to Environmental Management majors. The recipient will have a minimum GPA of 2.75. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor’s degree or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Dewar Foundation Scholarship Endowment |
Incoming or transfer students who are residents of Otsego County. The College may consider merit as well as need when awarding the scholarship, but they are not required. |
| Bob and Holly Emmons Turfgrass Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student majoring in Turfgrass with a 2.5 GPA, good work ethic and committed to the industry, interested in classes and well deserving. Applicants should submit a written essay about themselves with a recommendation from a Turf faculty member. |
| EOP Scholarship Endowment | Returning student with a 2.5 or higher GPA. Student must embody the EOP principles. Principles are as follows: persistence, service, excellence, dedication, focus, diversity and scholarship. |
| Nick Failla Memorial Agricultural Engineering Scholarship Endowment | Returning student with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Preference given to student with financial need, but not a requirement. Student recipient should be an outstanding active member of either the SUNY Cobleskill Agricultural Engineering Club or the SUNY Cobleskill Woodsmen Club as verified by the club advisor. |
| Fenimore Asset Management Endowed Scholarship | This fund was established to benefit SUNY Cobleskill students from Schoharie County. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated academic merit who may be struggling financially to complete their degree. Students at all levels of study will be considered. One to five recipients will be selected annually. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Mark Finney Scholarship Endowment | Recipients will preferably be incoming, full-time students. Recipients will have demonstrated
financial need and a history of community service. The scholarship is renewable. The
scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs
during their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Friends of the Barn Scholarship Endowment | Returning student with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Financial need is required. |
| Gaffney/Sidney Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student award based on academic performance. |
| Garrett, Myers & Friends Scholarship Endowment |
Incoming from Schoharie County with financial need and academic promise, must achieve a B average in regents exams including English, History, Mathematics and Science. |
| Geerken/Ciminelli Scholarship Endowment | Incoming student from Worcester Central School with both financial need and academic promise. Preference given to those who achieved a B average in Regents exams including in English, History, Mathematics and Science. Scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Marcia Hammond Germain Scholarship Endowment |
Continuing student award based on academic achievement, college and community service and financial need. Minimum GPA of 2.5 required. |
| John T. Glover Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Incoming associate or bachelor Liberty Partnership student with good academic potential. |
| Greenlees Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student majoring in Business and Computer Technologies. |
| Dr. Thomas J. Haas and Mrs. Marcia J. Haas Scholarship Endowment |
A continuing student in the Early Childhood Bachelor of Science major. Minimum GPA of 3.0. Also based on financial need and academic promise. |
| Albie Harris Scholarship Endowment |
Continuing student, resident of Schoharie County with 2.5 GPA, demonstrates leadership and contributes time and service to the College and community. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses (travel expenses) that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelors or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| William and Peter Haughton Memorial Scholarship Endowment |
Ag incoming associate student majoring in Equine or bachelor student majoring in Animal Science with a concentration in Equine OR Ag continuing associate student majoring in Equine with a concentration on work performed in the equine industry during the summer between freshman and senior year. |
| The Clifford and Elizabeth Hay Scholarship Endowment | To be awarded to a Dairy Science student with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference goes to an individual that was active in FFA. |
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Margaret Hayes Pay-It-Forward Endowed Memorial Fund |
Recipients will be selected as a result of experiencing unexpected or unanticipated hardships that arise during the academic year such as books, graduation gown purchase, gas money, etc. Recipients will have exhausted all other existing options such as the CobyFund. |
| Gerald and Nancy Hisert Scholarship Endowment | The recipient will be an incoming student with a high school average of 80 or higher or will be a transfer or continuing student with a minimum GPA of 2.5. The student will have an interest in pursuing a career in business. Preference will be given a to student with an interest in the Hisert family history and its connection to Cobleskill. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor’s degree or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Helen and Bernard Horowitz Scholarship Endowment | Incoming student who ranks in the top 20% of their high school graduating class and who can not meet the requirements for a family or personal contribution after other forms of financial aid have been considered. Scholarship will be awarded to the student each semester as long as the following GPA's are maintained. First semester 2.50, second semester 2.75, third semester 3.0. |
| Dorothy Horton Memorial Scholarship Endowment | CAHT second semester freshmen with 3.0 GPA or greater. |
| Terry and Lois Hughes Scholarship Endowment | Returning student with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Preference is given to a student active in the PAS organization (Post-Secondary Ag Students). Financial need is not required. |
| Jack Ingels Plant Science Scholarship Endowment | Second year Landscape Contracting student transferring into or continuing in the Bachelor Program with a 2.5 and above GPA, subject to renewal for one year if the student remains in the program and retains a GPA of 2.5 or above. |
| International Student Scholarship Endowment | Continuing international student in good standing. |
| Albert "Nick" Iorio Community Service Scholarship | Continuing student with two semesters at SUNY Cobleskill, who by their actions and volunteer leadership, improve the quality of life on the College Campus and in the Cobleskill Community. Recipients shall be outstanding campus citizens. |
| Dr. Zhongchun “ZJ” Jiang Plant Science Memorial Scholarship Endowment |
This scholarship recognizes students who are dedicated to education and service to others – a true reflection of Dr. Jiang’s legacy. Recipients will be full-time students, majoring in a Plant Science program at SUNY Cobleskill. The scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that students incur in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| John Deere Tech Scholarship | Ag incoming associate student majoring the Agricultural Power & Machinery/John Deere program who has demonstrated academic achievement and participated in extracurricular activities. |
| John Deere Construction and Forestry Scholarship | After first year anyone with a 3.0 GPA eligible. Anyone who completed CF tech and goes to work in dealership receives $500 in tool allotment |
| Fredrika & Willard Kitts Endowed Scholarship | Returning student with a GPA of at least a 3.0. Financial need required. Agriculture Student Preferred. Must be resident of NYS. |
| Henrietta E. Kugler and Dorothy M. Blessing Memorial BT Scholarship Endowment |
Recipients will be continuing, full-time students who have completed at least 22 credit hours of a bachelor's degree program and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Recipients will be majoring in an agricultural program. Recipients will have demonstrated financial need, character, and academic achievement. Consideration will be given to activities and service with the Alumni Association. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor's degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Lalit Kumar Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student in the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources who has demonstrated an interest in (passion for) sustainable agriculture, and will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Cobleskill, or as a transfer student at another institution. Awarded to outstanding students on the basis of academic achievement, service, leadership, and initiative. Demonstrated community service, and work ethic through part time jobs, paper carrier, volunteer work etc. Minimum 3.0 GPA. |
| Mark and Ilene Princer Laufman Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Early Childhood student with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need is required. |
| Little Laws Big Dreams Scholarship |
The recipient will be a resident of Schoharie County with preference given to a non-traditional, part-time student pursuing a business degree with a focus on entrepreneurship. Additional consideration will be given to students pursuing a Farm & Food Entrepreneurship Certificate. Financial need is also preferred. If a part-time student cannot be identified and a full-time student is selected, this scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs while attending SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Loder Family Scholarship Endowment |
Incoming student with working experience at an agricultural farm with both financial need and academic promise. |
| Dr. Stephen Mackenzie Endowed Scholarship in Canine Training & Management | Supports students pursuing a SUNY Cobleskill degree in Canine Training & Management. |
| Theodore C. Lyon Scholarship Endowment | For an older incoming freshman (non-traditional). The student must be a business student with financial need and has at least a GPA of 3.0 or higher. A student with a Military history is preferred but not required. |
| MacWatters Scholarship Endowment |
Recipients will be returning students enrolled in a Fisheries, Wildlife & Environmental Science program at SUNY Cobleskill, who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance. Recipients will complete an internship at the Otsego Lake Biological Field Station or another internship of similar nature. This scholarship must be used for non-tuitional expenses that a student incurs during their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Ken and Betty Marshall Equestrian Scholarship Endowment | Continuing equestrian student with a 2.75 GPA or higher who participates in the campus community. |
| Robert D. Marshall Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Fisheries and Wildlife bachelor student with 2.5 GPA, dedicated to their field of interest as well as a good community citizen (gives back to community). |
| Joseph L. & Dorothy W. McCarty Scholarship Endowment | Cobleskill-Richmondville Central High School graduate in the second semester maintaining 2.75 GPA. |
| Mac and Betty McNeil Endowed Scholarship | Recipients will be new or continuing, full-time students who preferably demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B). In addition, student recipients will have demonstrated civic engagement in a rural community and have participated in a youth leadership organization such as 4-H, FFA, or Skills USA. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Merrill Family Foundation Endowed Scholarship |
This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Steven A. Milavec Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Business student from Otsego or Schoharie Counties majoring/minoring in Technology or a technology-related field with a 2.5 or above GPA. |
| David G. Morehouse Memorial Award Endowment | Fisheries student • Academic criteria: the student must have a 3.00 or higher. A list of those students with that gpa is supplied to the faculty and staff. • Fisheries & Aquaculture Faculty vote • Fisheries & Aquaculture staff vote • Award nominees are discussed at the Fisheries & Wildlife Department Meeting |
| Edward S. Mott Scholarship Endowment | Ag incoming associate or bachelor student majoring in Ag Engineering, with academic potential, who has been involved in extracurricular activities and has financial need. |
| Mountain State Scholarship Endowment | Incoming student with a 2.75 GPA or higher. Preference given to an out-of-state student in the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources. When reviewing out-of-state student applicants, 1st preference given to New England states, 2nd preference given to Mid-Atlantic states, 3rd preference given to Southern states. Financial need is required. |
| Murphy Biotechnology Scholarship Endowment | Biotechnology major with a GPA of 3.5 better. Recommendation from the Biotechnology faculty required. |
| K. Delphena Nessle Early Childhood Scholarship Endowment | Early Childhood returning student demonstrating financial need and academic promise. |
| Stan and Pat Nevins Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student with proven academic skills of a 2.5 GPA or higher, pursuing a teaching career in any field, and shows financial need. |
| New York State Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund Corporation Scholarship | Returning students who have demonstrated through course selection, jobs and internships, a sincere interest in pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred Breeding or Racing industries in New York State upon graduation. Faculty who work closely with the students should recommend the students |
| Norton Family Endowed Scholarship |
Returning student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 majoring in Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science (excluding equine), Fisheries & Wildlife or Plant Science. Student must be a US citizen attending SUNY Cobleskill from outside NYS. Scholarship is renewable provided satisfactory academic progress is maintained and criteria continues to be met. Renewing the scholarship will be determined by the donor each year. Annual amount to be awarded (payable by semester) is $500.00 per recipient. |
| Nutrien Ag Solutions Scholarship | The donor has established this fund to benefit SUNY Cobleskill students who are enrolled in a plant science program. Students at all levels of study will be considered, with first preference being students entering their senior year of study. A paid internship opportunity will also be part of the scholarship recipient's support. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor's or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| A. Lindsay and Olive B. O'Connor Foundation Scholarship |
For Delaware County residents. The O'Connor Foundation's primary desire is to help as many Delaware County, NY students as possible obtain a college education. In order to accomplish this, the O'Connor Foundation's primary goal is to provide non-tuition assistance. |
| Kevin and Roberta O'Donnell Family Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 preferably majoring in Culinary Arts or Business and having financial need. Student must also participate in community service activities and provide documentation of community service performed. |
| Ken and Jane Olcott Scholarship Endowment | Continuing bachelor students in Ag Engineering with a minimum of at 3.0. Preference given to students with experience in Post Secondary Ag Student (PAS) organization. If an eligible student with experience in PAS is not found, experience in other campus organizations will be considered. |
| Mr. and Mrs. Harold D. Ottman Scholarship |
For students who have completed their associate's degree (two years) at SUNY Cobleskill and are continuing their pursuit of a four-year degree at SUNY Cobleskill or students who have directly entered into a four-year degree program at SUNY Cobleskill. Preference will be given to residents of Schoharie County and who have attended all four of their secondary school years at either Middleburgh or Cobleskill-Richmondville High School. Recipients will have successfully completed at least their first semester at SUNY Cobleskill. The scholarship must be used for non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a SUNY Cobleskill degree. |
| Meg Pearson Scholarship Endowment |
Students graduating from SUNY Cobleskill with an associates degree, who will be enrolled at another institution in an academic program resulting in a degree related to Math or Science. Preference shall be given to students graduating with an AS degree in Health Science Studies and enrolled in the Early Assurance to Medical School Program. The recipient must graduate with a 3.5 GPA or better. The recipient must have made a positive contribution to the campus community whether it be through participation in Student Government, sports or some other extracurricular activity. This is not a financial need based scholarship. |
| Kristen Peck Memorial Scholarship Endowment | For incoming and continuing students who are pursuing an Agricultural and Natural Resources major who have demonstrated academic achievement, exhibit strong leadership qualities and actively participate in FFA and/or 4H. |
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Pointer-Corti Scholarship for Health and Emergency Services Endowment
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Student recipients must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Recipients will preferably be non-traditional students, and preferably from Schoharie County. In addition, student recipients will preferably be in a health or emergency services curriculum. Secondary consideration will be given to students in the canine training and management program. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Lt. Col. Leo A. Polinsky Scholarship Endowment | Continuing or internal transfer (preference given to internal transfers) Bachelor of Technology students majoring in Ag and Natural Resources. Must have a 3.25 or higher college GPA. |
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Thomas Pray Scholarship Award Endowment |
This scholarship award is intended to assist a recent SUNY Cobleskill graduate in their next phase of life and represents the empowerment and self-confidence SUNY Cobleskill imparts to its students. Recipient will have the most improved GPA since entrance to SUNY Cobleskill. The student's GPA at the beginning of their last semester will be compared to GPA upon starting at the College. The recipient will be graduating with a Bachelor's degree in an agricultural curriculum (excluding Culinary Arts). The scholarship award is $2,500 and will be made during the student's last semester. |
| Mark D. Printsky Endowed Scholarship |
Recipients will be continuing, full-time students in the turfgrass curriculum who demonstrate good work ethic, commitment to the turfgrass industry, and interest in classes. In addition, students will be well-deserving and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates turfgrass degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Timothy J. Purcell and Tracy E. Cammer Purcell Scholarship Endowment | Incoming students who have been residents of Schoharie County for at least one year of their lifetime. Minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need is not required. Renewable for a second year as long as criteria is met. |
| Howard H. Reilly Scholarship Endowment |
Open to all students in an Agricultural and Natural Resources major. The successful recipient will be a good steward, who possesses a dedication to promoting and fostering an understanding and appreciation of all natural resources, embracing both tried-and-true and cutting-edge methods, to ensure they stay viable for the next generation and beyond. Student recipient should be well rounded, hardworking and a fun loving individual that is civic minded. Applicants need to provide a letter of recommendation from a faculty member and write a 200-500 word essay that shares their SUNY Cobleskill experience and how they meet the criteria. Financial need is not required. |
| Albert Riefenhauser Scholarship Endowment | To be awarded to a continuing Landscape Contract Development or Horticulture student with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Scholarship in renewable for a second year if criteria continue to be met. Financial need is required. |
| Gary & Susan Rightmyer Scholarship Endowment | Incoming, returning or transfer students in the Paramedic Program (either the one-year certificate program or the two-year associates degree program) with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Preference given to Schoharie County residents but will be available to students in surrounding counties should a Schoharie County student not qualify. In addition, preference will be given to students actively serving in their community's Fire Department or Rescue Squad (with verification by the Chief of the Fire Department, Captain of the Rescue Squad, or appropriate representative). Financial need is required. |
| Neal V. Robbins Presidential Scholarship Endowment | For students who have shown exceptional leadership in campus activities. |
| Rua and Sons Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Business students who are residents of Schoharie County with 2.5 GPA or greater and have financial need. |
| Frank Ryder Scholarship Endowment | Continuing student scholarship based on citizenship and leadership. |
| Jayna Schenk Paramedic Program Memorial Scholarship | To be awarded to a first-year, full-time student who has overcome an obstacle in life (i.e. severe illness/injury, has suffered a great loss or other life event) that impacted their ability to complete or advance their education. The recipient will demonstrate a true calling to become a medic, showing promising skills and leadership. They will be committed to being the best they can be and dedicated to helping those in an emergency. Preference will be given to a student with a 2.7 or higher GPA (or equivalent high school average) who will benefit from the financial assistance. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a degree or certificate at SUNY Cobleskill. The scholarship may be recurring provided the criteria continues to be met. Up to three awards may be made annually. |
| Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Endowment |
Incoming student who is a resident of Schoharie County. |
| Schoharie County Community 50 for the Future Scholarship Endowment | To benefit incoming students who are also residents of Schoharie County or graduates of a high school in Schoharie County who have demonstrated academic ability, personal initiative and financial need. Preference will be given to students with a 90 or higher high school average, in the top 10% of their class and/or a 1510 or higher SAT composite or a 21 or higher ACT composite (or equivalent score at the 55 equivalent composite percentile). This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor's degree or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Schopinsky Family Scholarship Endowment | Based on academic performance and community service. Minimum of four scholarships and a maximum of 8. The four shall consist of a freshman, sophomore (two year school) and junior and senior (in the four year academic program). The remaining (up to four) shall be all second year students in the two year program, for which the college was founded and that which the Schopinsky family members attended. |
| Schopinsky Scholars Scholarship | Criteria as defined by the contract with the Schopinsky Family, the Columbus Foundation and SUNY Cobleskill |
| Olive Scott and Gerald Robideau Scholarship | Returning Student with a GPA of at least a 3.2 and financial need. |
| Max V. Shaul Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Student transferring to a four-year agriculture college to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture. |
| Dr. John F. Shear Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Agricultural Business student in their 3rd year with a 2.75 or higher GPA when including all college credits completed and a 3.25 gpa or higher when including all SUNY Cobleskill Agricultural Business courses. Additional criteria - Recipient must 1. Have completed at least 60 credit hours of SUNY Cobleskill credits while a full time college student, 2. Have completed at least 30 hours of college credit in Agricultural courses while a full time college student; 18 of which must have been in Agricultural Business courses, 3. Be enrolled a full time SUNY Cobleskill student in an Agricultural Business bachelor degree program for the upcoming fall semester. Preference will be given for students showing evidence of work experience in an agricultural enterprise. |
| George Henry Shepard and Ingrid L. Shepard Endowed Scholarship | The donor has established this endowed fund to benefit students in the Department of Agricultural Engineering at SUNY Cobleskill. Preference will be given to a student majoring in John Deere Tech with input from the Agricultural Engineering faculty. The student should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B average). Financial need is not required. |
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Isabel Skowfoe Endowed Scholarship
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Recipients will be full-time SUNY Cobleskill students who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to students in Communications, Graphic Design or English programs. The scholarship is renewable provided recipients continue to meet criteria. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Elbridge M. and Edna W. Smith Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Endowment |
The recipient will have demonstrated financial need and have earned a 3.5 or higher GPA at SUNY Cobleskill, thereby qualifying for Phi Theta Kappa membership. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs while at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Society of Ag Eng Tech Scholarship Endowment | Awarded to an incoming freshman Ag Eng major that has been active in FFA, 4-H, or Skills USA. Priority should be give to an officer of one of these organizations with additional considerations for other extracurricular activities. This students should have at least an 85 high school gpa. |
| Soil Science Bachelor Scholarship Endowment | Ag first-year or returning bachelor student specializing in Soil Science |
| Stacy Family Scholarship Endowment | Criteria to be determined. |
| Sterling Insurance Company Foundation Scholarship | The recipient must be from Schoharie County and enrolled in a 2 or 4 year degree program at SUNY Cobleskill. First preference will be given to students enrolled in the following majors/programs: Business Administration, Agricultural Business Management, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or Cybersecurity. First preference will be given to students involved in community service and volunteerism. Must be used for non-tuition educational related expenses such as room and board, tools, equipment, supplies, books, technology, education related travel, experiential learning opportunities, and other fees. To be awarded to at least one student each year with a $1,250 scholarship. |
| Student Veterans Association Scholarship | To be awarded to a full time returning student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Veteran discharge must be either general, general under honorable conditions or honorable. The student must be active in SUNY Cobleskill SVA (active defined as attending minimum of 3 meetings per semester and 2 events per semester.) Financial need preferred but not required. |
| SUNY Cobleskill Margin of Excellence Scholarship |
Incoming child of SUNY Cobleskill (including Research Foundation and CAS) employee |
| SUNY Cobleskill Woodsmens Club Alumni Scholarship Endowment | Returning student with a minimum GPA of 2.75. 1st preference is given to a student in an Agriculture and Natural Resources major, 2nd preference is given to a student in a Liberal Arts and Sciences major. Student recipient should be an active member of the SUNY Cobleskill Woodsmen Club as verified by the club advisor. Should the club ever be dispersed, the funds should be distributed equally among all agriculture related clubs that have scholarships. Financial need is required. |
| James and Debra Thatcher Family Endowed Scholarship |
Continuing student majoring in Early Childhood with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Preferred student recipient should have financial need. This scholarship is not automatically renewed, student recipients may reapply on subsequent years |
| Frank Todd Scholarship in Wildlife Education Endowment | Recipients will be continuing, full time students in the department of Fisheries , Wildlife & Environmental Science at SUNY Cobleskill, who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Dr. John Tryon Scholarship Endowment |
Continuing Dairy Production Management major with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Student should possess a high level of commitment to the dairy industry. Experience and success in youth dairy judging contests is preferred. Financial need is not required. |
| Matthew P.S. Tweedie Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Continuing Ag major in the AAS or Bachelor program who is an active and participating member of the American Animal Producers Club. Student must have at least a 2.5 GPA. Preference given to those with a financial need and to former or current 4-H and FFA members. A 500 word essay (stating ideals, goals, future endeavors and how will degree at Cobleskill be used for future growth) is also required. |
| Michael and Mary Ann S. Ty Endowment |
This endowment was established to promote SUNY Cobleskill student participation in the Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs United States Jeunes Chefs Rôtisseurs Competition. Award recipients will be full-time students pursuing a Culinary Arts degree at SUNY Cobleskill. Recipients will be upperclassmen who demonstrate high academic caliber (only Culinary Arts coursework should be considered in this evaluation). Should all criteria continue to be met, the award is renewable the following year. Eligibility, including age requirements and citizenship, is ultimately determined by the Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs organization and is outlined in their annual competition manual. This award must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses (expenses related to participating in/traveling to competitions) that a student incurs during their full-time pursuit of a Bachelor or Associates degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| John F. Urban Memorial Award Endowment | AG continuing Fisheries and Wildlife major • Academic criteria: The student must have a 3.0 or higher GPA • Senior Fisheries & Aquaculture students vote in FWLD430 on the last day of classes by filling out the attached document. • Fisheries & Aquaculture Faculty vote • Fisheries & Aquaculture staff vote • Award nominees are discussed at the Fisheries & Wildlife Department Meeting. |
| Cherryl Vaccarella Endowed Scholarship | This scholarship will benefit students in Culinary Arts programs at SUNY Cobleskill. The scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor’s or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| VanDeusen/MacKay Scholarship Endowment | Upper level baccalaureate student in the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources who has demonstrated an interest in (passion for) sustainable agriculture. The student must have achieved a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to Schoharie county residents and/or non-traditional age student. |
| Michael R. Wacksman Leadership Endowed Scholarship | Continuing student who is active in the campus community including community service. Student recipient should participate in leadership workshops and leadership opportunities. Minimum GPA of 2.5 and Financial need is required. |
| James Douglas Warner `66 and Bernard E. Slate `65 Scholarship Endowment | The recipient shall be entering their junior year in the Bachelor of Business Administration program with a preference given to students residing in Schoharie County; Lewis, St. Lawrence or Jefferson County can also be considered. The selected student should have good leadership skills and be active in student affairs at SUNY Cobleskill. Financial need is preferred, but not required. |
| Kirk D. Weicht, DVM Pre-Vet Scholarship | Incoming, Continuing or transferring student majoring in Pre-Veterinary studies. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required. Students currently active in the SUNY Cobleskill Pre-Vet Club will be given priority. |
| Westfall Family Alumni Memorial Scholarship Endowment | AG continuing with a minimum of two semesters at SUNY Cobleskill. Academically successful and outstanding campus citizens who, by their actions, improve the quality of life on the SUNY Cobleskill campus |
| Ray L. Wheeler Distinguished Scholars Scholarship Endowment | To benefit incoming students with strong academic standing and leadership qualities. Preference will be given to students with a 90 or higher high school average, in the top 10% of their class. Preference will be given to students who have taken the SAT and/or ACT resulting in a SAT composite score of 1510 or higher or an ACT composite score of 21 or higher (or equivalent score at the 55 equivalent composite percentile). This scholarship must be used toward non-tuition educational expenses that a student incurs in their full-time pursuit of a bachelor's degree or associate degree at SUNY Cobleskill. |
| Wilber National Bank Scholarship Endowment | Incoming student from Schoharie County. |
| Jean Webb Williams Scholarship Endowment | Ag incoming associate or bachelor with academic achievement and participation in school and civic organizations. Students who have been dairy princesses are given preference. |
| Peter L. Wilson Memorial Scholarship Endowment | Incoming associate or bachelor student also Schoharie County high school graduate with academic performance and financial need. |
| Kenneth E. Wing Scholarship Endowment | Ag incoming student from a rural area of NY, PA, NJ or New England; based on citizenship, scholarship and leadership w/extra consideration for 4-H or FFA experience. Financial need will also be considered. |
| Phyllis Winkleman Alumni Scholarship Endowment | Incoming associate or bachelor student. Based on high school academic performance and participation in school and civic activities. |
| Yono's Endowed Scholarship | Returning Culinary Arts student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who shows integrity, promise and talent in the Culinary Arts. Financial need is required. This scholarship can also be applied to extenuating circumstances of financial need. |
| Zeta Alpha Phi Fraternity - Carl Whitebread Memorial Scholarship Endowment |
Continuing students with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Financial need is not required. Recipient must have completed their first year at SUNY Cobleskill. Scholarship will be awarded between their first and second academic year. Preference will be given to a descendent of a past Zeta Alpha Phi Fraternity member as noted on the student's scholarship application (with verification). Secondary preference will be given to a Plant Science student if a descendent of a past Zeta Alpha Phi member is not eligible. |