Scholarships
The Jefferson Community College Foundation, in partnership with the College’s Financial Services Office, administers over 270 scholarships annually, with awards ranging from $100 to the full cost of tuition. In addition, Jefferson oversees scholarships provided by the New York State government, such as the Excelsior Scholarship and the Part-Time Scholarship Award Program, offering financial support to both full and part-time students.
Apply for Foundation Scholarships
The Foundation administers approximately 270+ awards totaling over $300,000 each year. Submit one application, and our matching system will identify all eligible scholarships for you. The application opens in late February 2025.
Search for Foundation Scholarships
Foundation scholarships range from $100 to the full cost of tuition. You can search scholarships ranging from memorial awards to scholarships funded by the faculty, staff, and retirees here.
Excelsior and other NYS Scholarships
New York State offers exciting scholarship opportunities that students must apply
for separately.
Learn about the Free Tuition Excelsior Scholarship accepted at Jefferson, and special scholarships for part-time students.
Haven't applied for admission?
Complete your admissions application before submitting your scholarship application.
Applying for Foundation Scholarships
- Complete your admissions application before submitting your scholarship application.
- Sign in using your Jefferson Network ID and password. To obtain a Jefferson Network ID and password, you must apply for general admission to the College
- Complete the online general scholarship application to be automatically considered for many of the scholarships available at Jefferson Community College
- Answer supplemental questions to be considered for additional scholarships.
- Check your campus email account for award notifications after May 15th!
Need help? For log in help please contact the JCC Foundation at: 315-786-2458 or email foundation@sunyjefferson.edu. Want to know how a scholarship will impact your student account? Please call Financial Services at 315-786-2437 or email financialservices@sunyjefferson.edu