Marcy Houses Memorial Scholarship Fund

Direct application

Up to $1,000

Eligibility

Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Students residing in Brooklyn's Marcy Houses or other Bed-Stuy NYCHA developments who are accepted into an accredited college, university, or licensed trade or vocational school may apply for Marcy Houses Memorial Scholarship Fund awards.

Scholarships of up to $1,000 are offered, along with mentorship. Awards may renew per the fund's renewal policy.

Submit the online application with a 500-word personal essay, recommendation, transcript, and acceptance letter. There is no age limit. Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or trade school.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Online application
  • 500-word personal essay
  • Recommendation letter(s)
  • Official transcript
  • Acceptance letter
  • Official transcript
  • Letter(s) of recommendation
  • Interview
  • Awards may be renewable under the fund's renewal policy.