The Columbians College Scholarship
Direct application
Up to $5,000
30 winners
Eligibility
Major
Area Ethnic Gender Studies
Education level
High school
Financial
Financial need
About this scholarship
High school seniors residing in Bergen or Passaic County, New Jersey, may apply. Selection considers financial need, academic achievement, SAT or ACT scores, community involvement, an essay, and interest in Italian heritage, art, music, or culture.
About 30 scholarships are awarded yearly, ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 (up to $5,000). Ongoing support for continuing college students with strong academics and need may also be available. Apply online through The Columbians.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- One reference letter
- Proof of financial need: parent's IRS Form 1040 with schedules A and B, or FAFSA Submission Summary
- Unofficial or official transcript
- SAT or ACT score report
- Typed essay responses
- Applicant and parent/guardian signatures
- One (1) reference letter
- Proof of financial need: parent's IRS Form 1040 (with schedules A & B, most recent year) or FAFSA Submission Summary (redact SSNs)
- Transcript (unofficial acceptable)
- SAT / ACT Score Report (PDF from College Board)
- Signatures from applicant and parents/guardian
- Eligibility: high school senior residing in Bergen or Passaic County, NJ; interest in Italian heritage/art/music/culture
- Essays must be typed and attached to the application
- Deadline: May 1 (2026 cycle closed)
- Academic achievement and SAT or ACT scores are considered in selection; no numeric threshold is stated.