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Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarships

Direct application

Amount varies

Eligibility

Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Italian-American students with at least 25% Italian heritage, a minimum GPA of 3.5, and demonstrated financial need may apply for Columbus Citizens Foundation multi-year scholarships supporting elementary school, high school, college, study abroad, and medical school programs.

Award amounts and eligibility vary by program level. Submit tax returns, a FAFSA Student Aid Report for college or medical programs, three recommendation letters, and transcripts. Applications are accepted from late November through mid-February, with interviews in April.

The Foundation promotes Italian-American heritage and has supported deserving students since organizing New York City's Columbus Day Parade.

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What else to submit

  • Most recent federal tax return documents
  • FAFSA Student Aid Report for college or medical programs
  • Three recommendation letters
  • Most recent or current-semester report card or transcript
  • Most recent Federal Tax Return documents
  • Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA application
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Most recent or current semester’s report card or transcript
  • Award amounts and additional eligibility vary by program level.
  • Applicants may be interviewed in April.