Nazareth College has a wide range of merit scholarships that are awarded by the Admissions Committee at the time of acceptance. Merit Scholarships are based on the unweighted, cumulative high school GPA at the time of application to the college.

• Financial need is not a factor in consideration for these awards. No separate application is necessary.
• Award levels listed below apply to first time recipients, Fall 2013.
• All scholarships require full-time attendance.
• Scholarship renewal eligibility is reviewed annually based on cumulative Nazareth GPA. If the minimum requirement is not met, one semester of probation is granted. After the probationary period, if the cumulative GPA remains below the requirement, the scholarship will be reduced by 20% of the value. If, after subsequent semesters, the GPA requirement is met, full reinstatement of the award may be requested.
• Nazareth College Scholarships & Grants may be used toward tuition charges only. When combined with other grants, scholarships, or benefits restricted to tuition charges (i.e. NYS TAP, Veteran's/ROTC tuition benefits, Tuition Exchange, etc.), the combination may not exceed full tuition. In cases where the combined awards exceed tuition, the Nazareth College Scholarship/Grant will be reduced accordingly.

Nazareth College Merit Scholarships

Presidential Scholarships: $12,000 per year. Eligible recipients must have a reported high school GPA of 95.51 or SAT 1200+. Renewal requires a 3.25 Nazareth College cumulative GPA.

Dean's Scholarships: $11,000 per year. Eligible recipients must have a reported high school GPA > 94.0. Renewal requires a 3.0 Nazareth College cumulative GPA.

Founders Scholarships: $10,000 per year. Eligible recipients must have a reported high school GPA > 91.5. Renewal requires a 3.0 Nazareth College cumulative GPA.

Trustee Scholarships: $9,000 per year. Eligible recipients must have a reported high school GPA > 89.0. Renewal requires a 2.5 Nazareth College cumulative GPA.

Class of 1928: $8,000 per year. Eligible recipients must have a reported high school GPA < or equal to 89.0. Renewal requires a 2.0 Nazareth College cumulative GPA.

Rochester City School District Scholarship: Up to ten awards of $12,500 annually to regularly admitted students from public high schools in the Rochester City School District. Competitive based on strength of academic program and the number of eligible candidates. A 2.0 cumulative GPA must be maintained. This scholarship is in place of, not in addition to, the merit scholarships listed above.

The above scholarships are available only to first time entering freshmen. Transfer students and veterans or children of veterans eligible for veterans tuition benefits/Yellow Ribbon awards are not eligible for the awards listed above.

Nazareth College Other Scholarships/Grants

These scholarships/grants are awarded IN ADDITION TO any Nazareth College merit-based scholarships listed above.

Music Scholarships: $1,500-$3,000 per year, renewable for eight consecutive, full time undergraduate semesters provided a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained. Student must continue in the major for which the scholarship was awarded. An audition is required for consideration and pending review of all applications including the Visual and Performing Arts. Award is determined by Music Department faculty.

Theatre Arts Scholarships: $1,500-$3,000 per year, renewable for eight consecutive, full time undergraduate semesters provided a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained. Student must continue in the major for which the scholarship was awarded. An audition (acting concentration) or an interview (technical theatre) is required for consideration and pending review of all applications including the Visual and Performing Arts. Award is determined by the Theatre Arts Department faculty.

Music Theatre Scholarships: $1,500-$3,000 per year, renewable for eight consecutive, full time undergraduate semesters provided that a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained. Student must continue in the major for which the scholarship was awarded. An audition is required for consideration and pending review of all applications including the Visual and Performing Arts. Award is determined by the Music/Theatre Department faculty.

Art Scholarships: $1,500-$3,000 per year, renewable for eight consecutive, full time undergraduate semesters provided that a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained. Student must continue in the major for which the scholarship was awarded. A portfolio review is required and pending review of all applications including the Visual and Performing Arts. Award is determined by the Art Department faculty.

Campus Diversity Scholarships: $2,000 per year. Granted to students who represent family backgrounds, life experiences or academic interests atypical of full-time undergraduate students at Nazareth College. Renewable for eight consecutive full time, undergraduate semesters, provided a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained.

Campus Room Grant: $2,000 per year awarded to full-time undergraduate students living in on-campus housing. Renewable for eight consecutive full-time undergraduate semesters provided student resides in on-campus housing. Residents assistants (RA's) and students receiving Tuition Exchange,Tuition Remission, and Veterans benefits are ineligible for the Campus Room Grant.

Transfer Student Scholarships: Consideration for transfer merit scholarships requires a minimum of 17 completed credit hours from the most recent transfer institution. The credits must be accepted into your Nazareth College degree program. Using your cumulative GPA from that institution at the time of application, award amounts are: GPA of 4.0 - $9,000; GPA of 3.6 to 3.99 - $8,500; GPA of 3.25 to 3.59 - $7,500; GPA of 2.75 to 3.24 - $6,500. A 3.0 cumulative GPA must be maintained. Students not considered for merit scholarships may receive Nazareth College grant assistance based on strength of program, level of achievement, and demonstrated financial need(FAFSA required). In addition, transfer students may qualify for talent scholarships, Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, Campus Diversity Scholarship and Campus Room Grant.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship: $1,000 per semester awarded to students transferring directly from a 2 year college program who are members of Phi Theta Kappa at the time they apply for admission to Nazareth College. A 3.0 cumulative GPA must be maintained. The Phi Theta Kappa award is contingent upon official verification of PTK membership, which must be received before June 30 to enroll in the fall term, or before October 31 to enroll in spring term.

Nazareth Veteran's Scholarship Awards of up to $7,500 per year for up to a total of four years (for a possible $30,000 total) to any Post 9/11 honorably discharged veteran who has served at least six months of active duty or child transferee with veteran tuition benefits eligibility and who is enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student.

Veterans and child transferees that qualify for the Yellow Ribbon Program would be able to cover the full cost of Nazareth College tuition and fees. For additional veteran education benefits click here.

Robert Noyce Scholarship Program: The Robert Noyce Scholarship Program will provide undergraduate scholarship support and stipends for post-baccalaureate and graduate students. View the Robert Noyce Scholar Program link for more details on eligibility and application requirements.

• You must apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and demonstrate financial need to be considered for these need-based grants.

Regional Grant: Up to $2,000 per year. In order to be considered, a student must be a U.S. citizen and a graduate of a high school outside of New York State. Award is renewable for eight consecutive full time, undergraduate semesters, provided a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained. Available to new freshmen only.

Heritage Grant: Up to $3,000 per year awarded to first time incoming freshmen only who are children or grandchildren of alumni who received their Bachelor's or Master's degree from Nazareth College. Heritage Grant candidates must indicate their interest for the award on the application for admission. Award is renewable for eight consecutive full time, undergraduate semesters, provided a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained. Available to new freshmen only.

Purple & Gold Grant: Up to $3,000 per year based on demonstrated need. Award is renewable for eight consecutive full time undergraduate semesters, provided a 2.0 cumulative GPA is maintained and the renewal FAFSA is filed annually by the May 1st priority deadline and demonstrated financial need remains consistent.

Federal Pell Grants: Up to a maximum of $5,645. Pell Grant eligibility is limited to twelve semesters(or its equivalent). Filing a FAFSA annually is required and the amount of the award is based upon the federal needs analysis. This is grant assistance for high need students.

FSEOG (Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant): Federal grants ranging from $100 - $1,000 awarded to students who are Pell Grant recipients. Amounts vary based on the limited availability of funds. FAFSA must be filed annually.

New York State Aid for Part-Time Studies (APTS): Awarded to matriculated Undergraduate students enrolled in 3-11 credits, meeting the income requirements of New York State Net Taxable Income limit of $50,550 (dependent students) or $34,250 (independent students). Annual award amounts vary depending upon the number of applicants and funding levels. Download the APTS Application (pdf) or pick up the form in the Financial Aid Office. Application deadline is determined by the Financial Aid Office each semester; please contact the office at (585)389-2310 for deadline dates.

New York State TAP: Awards vary, based on New York State net taxable income. Students whose families have NYS net taxable incomes of under $80,000 may be eligible for TAP awards. Students must be New York State residents for one year before beginning college and attend full time.(Repeated coursework typically does not count towards full-time attendance.) These awards are renewable for eight semesters only and students must have a 2.0 GPA by the time they have used four semesters of TAP. Students must file the FAFSA and make sure that TAP has current and complete information as well as the TAP code for Nazareth, which is 0525.

Federal TEACH Grant: The Federal Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program provides grants up to $2,000 per semester to academically qualified students who intend to teach in a designated high-need subject area in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. In order to receive the grant, an eligible student must complete an application, Agreement To Serve and FAFSA annually.

Please see TEACH Grant fact sheet for more detailed information. To apply for a TEACH Grant, please submit the TEACH Grant Application to the Nazareth College Financial Aid Office. Applicants should be aware that failure to complete the service obligation will result in the grant being converted to a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan with interest accrued and capitalized from the date of the original disbursement.

NOTE: TEACH Grant funding and continuance is not guaranteed and is subject to federal budget approval.

The following scholarships are awarded to graduate students each year, some as a result of written competition. Announcements of the annual competitions and applications, if applicable, are available via the noted academic departments.

Robert Noyce Scholarship - this award provides a graduate stipend to students studying to teach in Math and Science in the K-12 environment. The Noyce Program will end Sept 30, 2013. Applications will be accepted for fall 2013 funding only.

Magdalena Callahan Scholarship - awarded annually to a student in a Graduate Literacy Education program. Contact Dr. Naomi Erdmann, (585) 389-2614

Josephine F. Haire Family Scholarship - awarded annually to a student in a Graduate Inclusive Education program. Contact Dr. Jim Black, (585) 389-2619

Rochester Guild for Special Children Scholarship - awarded annually to a student in a Graduate Inclusive Education program. Contact Dr. Jim Black, (585) 389-2619

Dr. Catherine Quenin Scholarship - awarded to a student in Communications Sciences and Disorders with a specialty in deafness. Contact Dr. Catherine Quenin, (585) 389-2776

Deborah Ann Bartimo Silva Scholarship - awarded to a student in Communications Sciences and Disorders. Contact Lisa Durant-Jones, (585) 389-2775

Other Scholarship Resources:

• Aspiring Educator Scholarship Program
• Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Program
• James Madison Graduate Fellowships
• Multicultural Scholarships at Nazareth
• International Peace Scholarship Fund
• Scholarship Listings on FastWeb
• NOAA Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship

Federal TEACH Grant The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program provides grants of up to $2,000 per semester to academically qualified students who intend to teach in a designated high-need subject area in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. In order to receive the grant, an eligible student must complete an application, Agreement To Serve and FAFSA annually.

Please see TEACH Grant fact sheet for more detailed information. To apply for the TEACH Grant, please submit the TEACH Grant Application to the Nazareth College Financial Aid Office. Applicants should be aware that the failure to complete the service obligation will result in the grant being converted to a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan with interest accrued and capitalized from the date of original disbursement.

NOTE: TEACH Grant funding and continuance is not guaranteed and is subject to federal budget approval.