Freshmen Scholarships

Merit Scholarships

Academic scholarships are based on your three-year cumulative high school average (freshman through junior year) and your highest SAT combined score or ACT composite score of tests taken by December 31.  Academic scholarships range from $6,000 to $15,000 per year and are renewable for four years. If you qualify for an academic scholarship, you will be notified with your admissions decision letter. The following values are for new, incoming freshmen in the 2019 - 2020 school year.

"Only one of these factors (SAT, ACT, or High School Average) is used to determine a student’s merit scholarship level. The factor that places them in the highest bracket will determine their scholarship amount

For example: a student that has a 1230 SAT score and a 92% high school average would be awarded the Peter Canisius Scholarship."

Specialized Scholarships

In addition to the general scholarships offered to prospective freshman in the 2019-2020 academic year, Canisius College has continued its commitment to affordable education with scholarship awards for students with special interests:

Army ROTC

​Canisius participates in the Army ROTC program which offers scholarships to college-bound students interested in military service. Click here for more information. 

The Army ROTC Scholarship can be used for either full tuition & fees, or as room & board scholarship, it also provides a book stipend, and a subsistence (living allowance) while enrolled in college. There are several types of scholarships available.

High school students can begin the application process following their junior year in high school and have until January 10th of their senior year to initiate an application. If you have questions about the application process, contact 716-888-3239.

Art History Scholarship

The Art History Program at Canisius College offers art history scholarships for new, full-time students entering Fall 2020 and planning to major in art history.

Award

-Students who demonstrate an interest in studying the history of art are eligible for $1,500 per year.  These scholarships are in addition to merit scholarships and are renewable for four years.

Requirements

-Admission to Canisius College as a full-time student for Fall 2020.

-Letter of application from the student, describing extent of experience with art history and outlining reasons for planning to major in the discipline.  (Note: there is no separate application form.)

-Two letters of recommendation from teachers, including one that discusses the student's exposure to and experience with art history.

-Interview, either in person or by phone, with the Canisius art history faculty.  Interviews will be arranged after other scholarship materials are received.

Optional Criteria

-Score of three or above on the Advanced Placement Art History exam.

-Grade of B or above in a high school art history course. Students who receive art history scholarships will be expected to minor in art history, to maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 and to participate in art history activities, including  active participation in art history events presented by ArtsCanisius.

Letters of application should be sent to:

Art History Scholarship 2020
Professor Yvonne Widenor, Director, Art History Program 
Fine Arts Department - LY 406
Canisius College
2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14208-1098

Deadline

February 14, 2020

MLK Scholarship

Social justice is an integral part of Canisius College and our Jesuit heritage, which is grounded in the philosophy of “men and women for others.” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was at the forefront of social justice in America and we honor him with our Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship. 

Students from all backgrounds and income levels are eligible for the MLK Scholarship. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their past academic performance, a written essay, their personal achievements, their involvement in community service and their commitment to the ideals of Dr. King.  

Application Deadline: January 20, 2020

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Music Scholarship

The MUSIC PROGRAM AT CANISIUS COLLEGE offers many opportunities for students to stay involved in music. The scholarship is intended to encourage students to continue performing in an ensemble as part of their college experience.

A student can minor in music or take music as an elective.  Performing ensembles, private instrumental and voice lessons and music courses are open to all students. Scholarship recipients are able to take private instrumental or voice lessons FREE OF CHARGE.

AWARD

-$1500 scholarships are available to incoming freshman and transfer students.  The scholarships are in addition to merit awards and are renewable for four years.  It is not necessary to be a music major or music minor to apply (See criteria and conditions below.)

CRITERIA

-Admission to Canisius College as a full-time student for Fall 2020

-High school music performance experience (solo or ensemble)

-Scholarship application and reference letters

-Solo audition

Vocal: Two contrasting styles of music (two classical or one classical and one musical theater; accompaniment required).

Instrumental: Two contrasting styles of music (selections of movements or etudes are acceptable); major and minor scales.

REFERENCES

Include two letters of recommendation.  At least one of the letters should be from a music teacher.  Other suggested sources include a high school principal, teacher, guidance counselor, and community or church leader.

AUDITION

Applicants will be invited on campus for an audition and interview to be held on February 8, 2020. (You will be notified of your scheduled audition time.)  The scholarship committee will make a final selection of scholarship recipients. (Students residing outside a 300-mile radius may audition by CD following criteria for solo auditions above.) (Please call the phone number below with any questions.)

CONDITIONS

-Maintain a GPA of 2.5

-Active participation in a Canisius College performance ensemble.

-Active membership in Music Scholars Club/Attendance at club meetings.

-Usher at ArtsCanisius events during the academic year. (Once or twice per semester on average.)

DEADLINE

-Applications must be postmarked by FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2020.

Send letters to:

Music Scholarship 2020
Fine Arts Department LY 406
Canisius College 
2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14208-1098


For more information please call the Fine Arts Office at (716) 888-2542

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Say Yes Program

Canisius College proudly participates in the Say Yes Buffalo program. Say Yes Buffalo provides comprehensive academic, social-emotional, and financial support to enable every student to achieve his or her potential. Canisius College has a limited number

The Say Yes Scholarship at Canisius College is a mission based initiative that will help connect our core values as a Jesuit, service based institution and stengthen our  connection to the surrounding Buffalo community.  Students who have attended Buffalo Public Schools with high academic achievements and high financial need will be considered for this scholarship opportunity. Canisius College has a limited number of Say Yes spots available.

-Reside in the city of Buffalo
-Have been accepted to Canisius College
-Complete grades 9-12, in consecutive years, at a Buffalo public or charter school located in the city of Buffalo
-Graduate from a Buffalo public or charter school located in the city of Buffalo 
-Enroll full-time at a Say Yes college within one year of high school graduation.
-Apply for all federal and state financial aid programs (FAFSA and TAP)
-Complete the application for Say Yes Buffalo

Canisius College Say Yes Scholarship Application Deadline is February 15th, 2020.

Say Yes Buffalo Application    apply         Canisius College Say Yes Application apply

*Please make sure to apply to both Say Yes Buffalo and Canisius College Say Yes Scholarship Program 

Studio Art Scholarship

The Studio Art Program at Canisius College offers scholarships for students entering Canisius in the Fall 2020 semester and planning to minor in Studio Art.

AWARD

-$1,500 scholarships are available to incoming freshman and transfer students.  Scholarships are in addition to merit awards and are renewable for 4 years.

CRITERIA

-Admission to Canisius College as full-time student for Fall 2020.

-Completed application.

-Link to an online portfolio (with password, if password protected) OR Flash drive of 15 labeled (your name, size, media, date created) works in any medium created within the last two years.

REFERENCES

-Two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or community and/or church leaders.  One of the two letters should be from an art teacher familiar with the applicant's work who can comment on the student's developing art skills.

RECIPIENTS

-After review of completed application by the scholarship committee, students will be notifed by mail.

CONDITIONS

-Maintain a 2.5 GPA

-Enter Canisius College with the intent to minor in Studio Art

DEADLINE

-Application and flash drive (if included) must be received by February 14, 2020.

Mail application to:

Studio Arts Scholarship 2020
Fine Arts Office - LY 406
Canisius College
2001 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14208-1098

For more information please call the Fine Arts Office at (716) 888-2542

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Urban Leadership Learning Community Scholarship

The Urban Leadership Learning Community (ULLC) Scholarship is a competitive, four-year renewable scholarship covering 50-100 percent of a student’s tuition, room/ board and fees.

Mission of the ULLC Program

Through the Urban Leadership Learning Community Program, Canisius College seeks to fulfill the Jesuit and Catholic tradition of being “men and women for others.” The program aims to create the next generation of leaders by focusing on students from populations that historically have been denied access to positions of influence and power in the community. The purpose of the scholarship is to help finance one’s education, while taking into account demonstrated financial need for students with an interest in promoting diversity and an inclusiveness in learning, living, and problem solving. Qualified ULLC students will have an interest in promoting diversity and inclusiveness on campus and in the community. The ULLC scholarship program is looking for independent-thinking, self-motivated students committed to their personal success and to that of greater metropolitan Buffalo, NY. Students will also seek to develop their learning potential through team-learning, mentorship, leadership training and involvement in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Through these activities, students are expected to achieve and hold leadership positions in the campus community.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2020

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Visit & Apply Grant

Attn: High School Seniors: When you visit Canisius and apply by December 18, you will be eligible for an annual $1,500 grant toward your education.

The grant would be available all four years and would be in addition to any institutional merit-based aid. (The total of all financial aid, including the grant, would not exceed the cost of attendance.)

Learn More:

https://www.canisius.edu/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/canisius-application-grant

Alumni Grant

$1,000 per year for four years of full-time undergraduate study.

Applicant must be the child of a Canisius College alumnus and accepted for admission.  No separate application is required.