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Scholarships for Enrolled Students

foundation and Alumni association Scholarships
William Paterson University Foundation and Alumni Association Scholarships have all been established through the generosity of charitable-minded alumni and friends, private donors, businesses, foundations and corporations.   In particular, the Foundation and Alumni Association offers more than 150 scholarships and awards over $420,000 annually.  Scholarship awards range from $150 - $5,000 and are based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, service to the University or community and financial status.  The online application for Foundation and Alumni Association Scholarships is made available in the each spring semester.  One application, an essay and a letter of recommendation from a faculty and/or staff member enables the student to compete for all the available Foundation and Alumni Association Scholarships awarded each academic year.  We encourage all currently enrolled students who may qualify for scholarships and/or financial aid to apply!

The application for Foundation and Alumni Association Scholarships is now closed and will re-open in Spring 2010. Please click here to review the scholarships to be awarded for the coming 2009-10 Academic Year.

*Note: A completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for those scholarships that require demonstration of financial need. The FAFSA may be completed online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. To allow for processing time, students are encouraged to file a FAFSA by April 1st. 

Union Scholarships
AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS LOCAL 1796
(funds scholarships to currently enrolled William Paterson University Students)

American Federation of Teachers Local 1796 scholarships
Five $1,000 scholarships awarded to currently enrolled William Paterson University students who have membership in a union and/or are related to a union member, with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applications for the AFT Scholarship can be obtained at various locations: AFT Office - Hunziker Hall, Room 100; Office of Scholarships - Raubinger Hall, Room 13; David and Lorraine Cheng Library Reference Desk, and Valley Road Information Desk. Completed application, official transcript, letters of recommendation, and essay are to be returned to the AFT Office. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS APRIL 24TH, 2009. Award recipients will be notified by May 8, 2009 and formal presentation of the awards will be made at the May 12, 2009 General and Executive/Local Board Meeting For more information, contact AFT Local 1796 at (973) 720-2988 or email aft@aft-local-1796.org.

Academic Departmental Scholarships and Awards
These Foundation Scholarships and Awards are offered annually by the following academic departments, pending renewal by the donors.

COLLEGE OF THE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION
Ben & Evelyn Wilson Foundation Awards
 Two $500 awards funded by the Ben & Evelyn Wilson Foundation. One $500 award is given to an outstanding graduating student who is majoring in painting and another $500 award is given to an outstanding graduating student who is majoring in sculpture. Recipients are judged by the Fine Arts Faculty and selected by a faculty jury made up of the Department of Art Advisement and Student Affairs Committee. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Art Department (973) 720-2402.

Howard B. Leighton Scholarship– One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a full-time undergraduate resident student of New Jersey who is majoring in Studio or Art History. Emphasis and preference shall be given to the student who demonstrates talent and excellence in his/her chosen major. Financial need is not taken into consideration. Recipient is selected by a faculty jury made up of the Department of Art Advisement and Student Affairs Committee. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Art Department (973) 720-2402.

Marguerite Tiffany Scholarships
 Two $1000 awards created by family and friends in memory of Marguerite Tiffany. Awarded to undergraduate junior Art majors based on the overall aesthetic quality of their work. Recipients are selected by a faculty jury made up of the Department of Art Advisement and Student Affairs Committee. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Art Department (973) 720-2402.

Music Department Talent Awards – Awards are provided for incoming and continuing students based on outstanding musical talent ranging from $300-$500. Awards are granted for one year and renewable each year through the Music Department. Applications are available through the Music Department and must be submitted at the time of application or early in the spring semester. For more information, contact Cameron MacManus, Director of Music Admissions (973) 720-3466 or Dr. Jeffrey Kresky (973) 720-3470.

Sarah and abe bialer Scholarship – One $1,000 scholarship funded by Tami Cotsakos'71 in memory of her aunt and uncle. Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student who is majoring in Music Performance, pursuing a career in opera, with a concentration in voice.  Scholarship may be renewable with full-time status and a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. For more information, contact Dr. Nan Guptil Crain, Professor of Music 973-720-2334 or Stephen Bryant at 974-720-2691.  

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
 Eric and Leonore Hummel Award– One $500 award funded by the friends of Eric and Leonore Hummel. Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in Special Education who has matriculated in the Master’s Program and has a minimum GPA of 3.25 after the completion of at least four courses. Students applying for membership in Kappa Delta Pi will be considered. Financial need will be taken into consideration as well. For more information, contact the College of Education (973) 720-3086.

MAST/PSE&G Foundation Scholarships – Three $4,000 scholarships made available by a generous donation from the PSE&G Foundation. Awardedto participants of Teachers for a Competitive Tomorrow: Math and Science (MAST). Eligible applicants must be full-time students with a minimum GPA of 2.9, accepted to the College of Education and major in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Mathematics or Liberal Studies: Integrated Math and Science, as well as Elementary or Secondary Education. Applicants must submit, for review and consideration by the MAST/PSE&G Foundation Scholarship Committee, the MAST/PSE&G Foundation Scholarship Application with related documents. Documentation includes a personal statement of no more than 500 words; two letters of recommendation, one each from College of Science and Health AND College of Education faculty. Further, applicants must complete a MAST Student Information Form; and prepare to teach in a high-needs school by completing the MAST Commitment to Serve in a high needs school. High needs schools are designated by the U.S. Department of Education and can be found by logging into the following website and searchingforparticipatingschools: https://www.tcli.ed.gov/CBSWEBAPP/tcli/TCLISTSTATEWelcome.jsp. The application deadline is August 15th. For more information, contact Sharon Leathers, MAST Grant Program Coordinator, mastprogram@wpunj.edu or 973-720-3796.

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION SPONSORED ROBERT NOYCE SCHOLARSHIPS – Multiple scholarships made available by a generous grant from the National Science Foundation. Awards vary, with a maximum award of $10,000. Awarded to undgergraduate students (two year scholarship) who have completed at least 60 credits with an overall 2.8 GPA, and graduate students (one year scholarship) with an overall 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be accepted to the College of Education and major in a Mathematics or Science major or Post-Baccalaureate program that prepares them for teacher certification. Recipients must be prepared to complete two years of teaching in a high-need urban school district for each year of scholarship support. The NJ high-needs schools can be found by logging into the following website and searching for participating schools: https://www.tcli.ed.gov/CBSWEBAPP/tcli/TCLESTATEWelcome.jso. In addition, recipients are expected to attend scholarship sponsored events, such as the August Institute for Novice Teachers. Note: To be eligible for a Robert Noyce Scholarship, the applicant must: provide documentation of US citizenship, national or permanent resident alien and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA - (only applies for undergraduate students.) The application deadline is August 12th. Scholarship applications are available online at http://www.wpunj.edu/cos/Noyce.htm For more information, contact Dr. Eileen Gardner, the William Paterson University Biology Department at gardnere@wpunj.edu or (973) 720-3441.

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Carole Sheffield Award– One $500 award named in honor of William Paterson University Professor Carole Sheffield. Scholarship is awarded to a distinguished student of Political Science and/or Women’s Studies. Student must have a record of community service and activism. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Women’s Studies Department (973) 720-3547.

 Chatterjee Scholarships – Three $2,000 scholarships are awarded to full-time students majoring in Asian Studies. Applicants must submit, for review and consideration by the Asian Studies Scholarship Committee; a scholarship application, including a 250 word essay explaining their interest in Asian Studies and at least one letter of recommendation, preferably from a faculty member/teacher. Chatterjee recipients are eligible to re-apply each year, by May 1st, for renewal of the scholarship with a letter of interest (a new letter of recommendation is not required). Recipients' academic progress will be reviewed at the end of the year to determine eligibility for renewal. Requirements include a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 in the major and an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, enrollment in at least one course on South Asia beginning the second semester and henceforth, and continued enrollment in an Asian language course for at least 4 semesters while receiving the scholarship. The Chatterjee scholarships are intended primarily for new majors and preference will be given to incoming first-year students. Students who are currently Asian Studies minors and those who are not yet affiliated with Asian Studies (including transfer students) may also apply. The scholarship committee reserves the right to solicit applications from qualified students who meet the outlined criteria. The application deadline is June 1st. For more information, contact Dr. Pixy Ferris, William Paterson University Department of Communication (973) 720-3338.

Desai Scholarships -Three $1,000 scholarships are awarded to full-time students majoring or minoring in Asian Studies. Applicants must submit, for review and consideration by the Asian Studies Scholarship Committee, a scholarship application, including a 250 word essay explaining their interest in Asian Studies and at least one letter of recommendation, preferably from a faculty member/teacher. Desai recipients are eligible to apply each year, by May 1st, for renewal of the scholarship with a letter of interest (a new letter of recommendation is not required). Recipients' academic progress will be reviewed at the end of the year to determine eligibility for renewal. Requirements include a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 in the major and an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, enrollment in at least one course on South Asia beginning the second semester and henceforth, and continued enrollment in an Asian language course for at least 4 semesters while receiving the scholarship. Students who are currently Asian Studies minors and those who are not affiliated with Asian Studies (including transfer students) may also apply. The scholarship committee reserves the right to solicit applications from qualified students who meet the outlined criteria. The application deadline is June 1st. For more information, contact Dr. Pixy Ferris, William Paterson University Department of Communication (973) 720-3338.

Helen and Philip Manno Award– One $100 award funded by Forte Manno. Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior with the highest GPA in English for the academic year. For more information, contact the William Paterson University English Department (973) 720-2254.

Norma Van Dyke Award– One $500 or two $250 awards funded by Ellen VanDyke Bedell. Scholarships are awarded to a graduating senior(s) who majored in Women’s Studies, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in Women’s Studies courses. Recipient must exhibit evidence of community service, social activism or scholarly research. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Women’s Studies Department (973) 720-3547.

Paul Vouras Humanities Award – One $500 award donated by Professor Paul Vouras. Scholarship is awarded to an academically outstanding senior majoring in either History or Philosophy who is planning on continuing on a graduate level. Recipients are to be nominated by the department and selected by department chairs. For more information, contact the chairpersons for the William Paterson University History or Philosophy Department (973) 720-2319/ 3032.

Paul Vouras Social Science Award– One $250 award donated by Paul Vouras. Scholarship is awarded to an academically outstanding senior majoring in Sociology, Political Science or Psychology who is planning on continuing on a graduate level. Recipients are to be nominated by the department and selected by department chairs. For more information, contact the chairpersons for the William Paterson University Sociology, Political Science or Psychology Department (973) 720-2274/ 2183/ 3390.

English Department Writing Awards – Awards of $75 each are offered in Fiction, Poetry and Creative Non Fiction. For more information, contact the William Paterson University English Department (973) 720-2254.

COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH
 Improving Student Success in Biology and Biotechnology Scholarships (ISSBB) - Ten to twelve scholarships made available by a generous grant from the National Science Foundation. Scholarship awards will vary based on financial need, with a maximum award of $9,000, and will be given each year to full-time WPUNJ students pursuing a B.S. in Biology or Biotechnology. These scholarships are renewable for up to four years given the student maintains a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in science and math and a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher. Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application; two letters of recommendation, at least one of which must be from a science, math or technology instructor; and a personal statement outlining goals, financial need, education plans and career objectives. Scholarship Committee will review student college transcript(s), and high school transcripts for those applicants who have earned less than 24 college credits. NOTE: To be eligible for an ISSBB Scholarship, the applicant must: provide documentation of U.S. citizenship, national or alien classification as a refugee; and have a current FAFSA on file with the Financial Aid Office. The application deadline is February 15th. For more information, contact Dr. Eileen Gardner, William Paterson University Biology Department (973) 720-3441.

 marcelo llarull scholarship– One $1,000 scholarship funded by colleagues, family and friends in memory of Professor Marcelo Llarull. Scholarship is awarded to a senior Mathematics student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 who has completed at least 25 credits in the major.  In addition to academic excellence, students must demonstrate significant service in one or more of the following:  the Mathematics Department Learning Center, active participation in the Math Club, Mathematics Awareness Week, Math Fair, presentation of Mathematics article or poster in a Mathematical conference, etc. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Mathematics Department (973) 720-2158.

MAST/PSE&G Foundation Scholarships – Three $4,000 scholarships made available by a generous donation from the PSE&G Foundation. Awardedto participants of Teachers for a Competitive Tomorrow: Math and Science (MAST). Eligible applicants must be full-time students with a minimum GPA of 2.9, accepted to the College of Education and major in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Mathematics or Liberal Studies: Integrated Math and Science, as well as Elementary or Secondary Education. Applicants must submit, for review and consideration by the MAST/PSE&G Foundation Scholarship Committee, the MAST/PSE&G Foundation Scholarship Application with related documents. Documentation includes a personal statement of no more than 500 words; two letters of recommendation, one each from College of Science and Health AND College of Education faculty. Further, applicants must complete a MAST Student Information Form; and prepare to teach in a high-needs school by completing the MAST Commitment to Serve in a high needs school. High needs schools are designated by the U.S. Department of Education and can be found by logging into the following website and searchingforparticipatingschools: https://www.tcli.ed.gov/CBSWEBAPP/tcli/TCLISTSTATEWelcome.jsp. The application deadline is August 15th. For more information, contact Sharon Leathers, MAST Grant Program Coordinator, mastprogram@wpunj.edu or 973-720-3796.


NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION SPONSORED ROBERT NOYCE SCHOLARSHIPS – Multiple scholarships made available by a generous grant from the National Science Foundation. Awards vary, with a maximum award of $10,000. Awarded to undgergraduate students (two year scholarship) who have completed at least 60 credits with an overall 2.8 GPA, and graduate students (one year scholarship) with an overall 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be accepted to the College of Education and major in a Mathematics or Science major or Post-Baccalaureate program that prepares them for teacher certification. Recipients must be prepared to complete two years of teaching in a high-need urban school district for each year of scholarship support. The NJ high-needs schools can be found by logging into the following website and searching for participating schools: https://www.tcli.ed.gov/CBSWEBAPP/tcli/TCLESTATEWelcome.jso. In addition, recipients are expected to attend scholarship sponsored events, such as the August Institute for Novice Teachers. Note: To be eligible for a Robert Noyce Scholarship, the applicant must: provide documentation of US citizenship, national or permanent resident alien and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA - (only applies for undergraduate students.) The application deadline is August 12th. Scholarship applications are available online at http://www.wpunj.edu/cos/Noyce.htm For more information, contact Dr. Eileen Gardner, the William Paterson University Biology Department at gardnere@wpunj.edu or (973) 720-3441.