Scholarship Undergraduate

Scholarship for Academic Excellence

New York State Education Department

Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
250
Days
February 28 2026
Application Deadline
Yes
Renewable
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Description

The Scholarships for Academic Excellence (SAE) provide high school students that are the top student(s) in their respective high school at the end of their junior year with a scholarship to attend an institution of higher education located in New York State. Awards are renewable for up to four academic years of undergraduate study or five academic years, if the program of study normally requires five years as defined by the Commissioner of Education. Students who live in and outside of New York may apply for the scholarship. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Amount Details

$500
Low Amount Awarded
$1,500
High Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university or a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMust currently be a high school student
  • CheckmarkMust study full-time
  • CheckmarkRestricted to residents of New York
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying in New York

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Contact
New York State Education Department - Office of Postsecondary Access, Support, and Success
scholar@nysed.gov
Tel: 518-486-3633 Address 89 Washington Avenue
EBA 960
Albany, NY 12234