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πŸ’° CUNY York College Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
20
Automatic
1
In-State Awards
$1,000-$10,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$10,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$300-$15,000 total
Typical Requirements for Automatic Merit
Requirements vary by scholarship

CUNY York College offers 20 merit scholarships. Awards run $1,000-$10,000/yr for out-of-state students. Against tuition of $14,880, students receiving the largest award pay about $4,880 a year before other aid.

What you'd actually pay at CUNY York College

Tuition & fees
$14,880
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Largest annual award
$10,000
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Students receiving it pay about
$4,880/yr

Tuition and fees only β€” housing (about $1,500), books and travel are extra. Awards must still be won and may carry renewal conditions. Need-based aid is separate and may reduce this further.

Official Scholarship Information
View complete details on CUNY York College's website
Visit School Website β†’

Automatic merit scholarships at CUNY York College β€” no separate application

1 award granted on your admission application, based on GPA and test scores.

Patrick Mackrell:504 Company Merit award
Award
$15,000 total in-state
$15,000 total out-of-state
$15,000 divided over 3 years Paid internship with New York Business Development Corporation
Eligibility: Must have taken Acc 201 or Bus 321 An overall 3.25 GPA must be maintained in order to continue to receive scholarship Major in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or Marketing Show evidence of financial need
How to apply: ["must have taken Acc 201 or Bus 321", "major in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or Marketing", "show evidence of financial need"]
πŸ“‹ Renewal: 3.2 GPA Source β†—

Other scholarships at CUNY York College (19)

These require a separate application, or the school does not publish their eligibility criteria.

AlCPA/Accountemps award
$10,000/yr
$10,000/year
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate or graduate level student Complete at least 30 semester hours with at least 6 semester hours in Accounting Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher Be member of the AlCPA
How to apply: ["full-time enrollment", "complete at least 30 semester hours with at least 6 in Accounting", "be member of the AlCPA"]
Source β†—
Alumni Association award
Varies
Eligibility: See scholarship office at AC-4DA1
How to apply: ["contact scholarship office"]
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Delford Lodge award
$1,500/yr
$1,500 divided into two payments of $750 for Fall and Spring
Eligibility: Full-time student majoring in Accounting Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher Show evidence of financial need
How to apply: ["full-time enrollment", "major in Accounting", "show evidence of financial need"]
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Full-time award
$2,500/yr
$2,500 for full-time study and $ 1,250 for part-time study
Eligibility: Be residents of New York State and either U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Have completed a minimum of 72 credit hours by April 1, 2015, and 84 credits by the start of the fall 2015 semester An overall cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (based on a four-point system) for the above 72+ credit hours as of April I, 2015, and maintained a grade point average of 3.0 or higher Have completed and filed for FAFSA
How to apply: ["be residents of New York State and U.S. citizens or permanent residents", "have completed required credit hours", "file FAFSA"]
Source β†—
Full-tuition scholarships
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree; Full-tuition scholarships; The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify; Additional allowances for books and fees; Living Expenses
Eligibility: Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
How to apply: ["based on merit and grades"]
Source β†—
Harriet and Jeffrey Thompson award
$1,000/yr
$1,000 divided into two $500 payments for Spring and Fall.
Eligibility: Full-time students, majoring in Accounting or Business Administration. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher Must show financial need
How to apply: ["full-time enrollment", "major in Accounting or Business Administration", "show evidence of financial need"]
Source β†—
Military Enhanced Recognition Incentive and Tributeβ€”MERIT Scholarship (MSRS)
Eligibility: Military Enhanced Recognition Incentive and Tributeβ€”MERIT Scholarship, also known as Military Service Recognition Scholarship (MSRS) (for dependents of a veteran)
Source β†—
Monthly living allowances (1st year)
$300/semester
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree; Full-tuition scholarships; The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify; Additional allowances for books and fees; Living Expenses
Eligibility: Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
How to apply: ["based on merit and grades"]
Source β†—
Monthly living allowances (2nd year)
$350/semester
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree; Full-tuition scholarships; The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify; Additional allowances for books and fees; Living Expenses
Eligibility: Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
How to apply: ["based on merit and grades"]
Source β†—
Monthly living allowances (3rd year)
$450/semester
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree; Full-tuition scholarships; The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify; Additional allowances for books and fees; Living Expenses
Eligibility: Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
How to apply: ["based on merit and grades"]
Source β†—
Monthly living allowances (4th year)
$500/semester
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree; Full-tuition scholarships; The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify; Additional allowances for books and fees; Living Expenses
Eligibility: Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
How to apply: ["based on merit and grades"]
Source β†—
Part-time award
$1,250/yr
$2,500 for full-time study and $ 1,250 for part-time study
Eligibility: Be residents of New York State and either U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Have completed a minimum of 72 credit hours by April 1, 2015, and 84 credits by the start of the fall 2015 semester An overall cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (based on a four-point system) for the above 72+ credit hours as of April I, 2015, and maintained a grade point average of 3.0 or higher Have completed and filed for FAFSA
How to apply: ["be residents of New York State and U.S. citizens or permanent residents", "have completed required credit hours", "file FAFSA"]
Source β†—
Patrick Mackrell award
$4,000 total
$4,000 divided into 4 years
Eligibility: An overall 3.25 GPA must be maintained in order to continue to receive scholarship Be a resident of South Jamaica Major in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or Marketing Show evidence of financial need
How to apply: ["resident of South Jamaica", "major in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or Marketing", "show evidence of financial need"]
Source β†—
Room and board option
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree; Full-tuition scholarships; The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify; Additional allowances for books and fees; Living Expenses
Eligibility: Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
How to apply: ["based on merit and grades"]
Source β†—
TAG award
$1,000/yr
$1,000 divided into two payments of $500 for the Spring and Fall
Eligibility: Enrolled in a minimum of 9 credits Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher Show academic excellence and commitment to community service and/ or extracurricular activities
How to apply: ["enrolled in minimum 9 credits", "show academic excellence and commitment to community service and/or extracurricular activities"]
Source β†—
TD Bank Grant
Covers cost of Becker CPA review course
Eligibility: Open to VITA managers See scholarship office at AC-4DA1
How to apply: ["open to VITA managers", "see scholarship office for details"]
Source β†—
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree; Full-tuition scholarships; The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify; Additional allowances for books and fees; Living Expenses
Eligibility: Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
How to apply: ["based on merit and grades"]
Source β†—
YC Merit Scholarships (mentioned)
Eligibility: YC Merit Scholarships for incoming students
Source β†—
York College Scholarship Center (General)
Explore a wide range of scholarship opportunities tailored to your major, financial need, academic achievements, or personal interests. Use filters to find scholarships that align with your goals and background.
Eligibility: Opportunities are available for undergraduate and graduate students.
How to apply: ["apply via Scholarship Center portal", "complete each scholarship application and attach required materials"]
Source β†—

Common questions about CUNY York College scholarships

How much merit aid does CUNY York College give?

Published awards range $1,000-$10,000/yr. CUNY York College lists 20 merit scholarships in total.

Does CUNY York College give merit scholarships to out-of-state students?

Yes. Awards for out-of-state students run $1,000-$10,000/yr.

Is there a full-ride scholarship at CUNY York College?

Not a full ride. The largest published award covers about 67% of tuition.

πŸ’‘ Tip: Award amounts and cutoffs change year to year. Confirm current figures with CUNY York College's financial aid office before making decisions β€” or check their scholarship page.

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