April 1 Deadline
Application window: February 1 – April 1
Review & decisions: Late April – May
Awards are applied to student accounts for the upcoming Fall semester (August/September)
November 15 Deadline
Application window: September 1 – November 15
Review & decisions: Mid-December
Awards are applied to student accounts for the upcoming Spring semester (January)
Scholarships with Other Deadlines
Some scholarships have unique deadlines (e.g., Wilcox Presidential Scholarship, Airframe & Powerplant Technician program scholarships). Review each scholarship listing carefully.
Current or Returning MVCC Student
I have taken or am currently taking MVCC classes after high school and will continue my studies at MVCC in next semester. (Includes students who are in their first semester at MVCC now and plan to return next term, or who are returning after a break.)
- Completed MVCC Foundation scholarship application form
- One recommendation letter from an MVCC advisor or MVCC instructor
- Transcript is not required; your MVCC transcript will be added automatically
New Incoming Student
The upcoming semester will be my first semester attending MVCC and my first time in college. I may have taken dual enrollment classes in high school, but this will be my first time attending college after graduating from high school.
- Completed MVCC Foundation scholarship application form
- One recommendation letter from a high school principal or guidance counselor
- One copy of your unofficial high school transcript
New Transfer Student
The upcoming semester will be my first semester attending MVCC, and I previously attended another college after graduating from high school.
- Completed MVCC Foundation scholarship application form
- One recommendation letter from an advisor or instructor at your previous college
- One copy of your unofficial transcript from your previous college
Graduating MVCC Student
I will be graduating from an MVCC degree program at the end of the current semester and will not be returning to MVCC next semester.
- Completed MVCC Foundation scholarship application form
- One recommendation letter from an MVCC advisor or MVCC instructor
- Transcript is not required; your MVCC transcript will be added automatically
We are currently accepting applications for the April 1 scholarship deadline.
Click the link below to access the online application form. You will need to log-in using your MVCC credentials (student email address and password). Required materials may be uploaded directly to the form or submitted separately by email, mail, or in-person.
MVCC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Important: You must fill out the form in one sitting. You cannot save your work. Please make sure you have your documents and student information ready before you begin.
Having trouble accessing the form? Contact scholarships@mvcc.edu for assistance.
If you prefer not to apply online, email scholarships@mvcc.edu to request a fillable PDF version of the application form, which may be submitted by mail, email, or in-person.
All required application materials may be uploaded directly to your online application form. Recommendation letters or other documents not uploaded at the time of your original submission may be submitted separately in one of the following ways:
Email: Send to scholarships@mvcc.edu. Acceptable file formats include: .pdf, .doc, .docx, .jpg, or .jpeg. Email submissions must be received by 11:59pm on the deadline date.
In-Person: Deliver to the Office of Institutional Advancement, Payne Hall Room 220 (2nd Floor) during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm).
Mail: Send to MVCC Foundation, 1101 Sherman Drive, Utica, NY 13501. Mailed submissions must be postmarked by the deadline date.
All required materials must be received by the posted deadline. Incomplete applications cannot be considered.
Step 1: Select Scholarships
Visit the Scholarship Search webpage to review available scholarships. The name of each scholarship you wish to apply for must be listed on your application. We recommend making a list before you begin. You may apply for as many scholarships as you are eligible for. Applications must list specific scholarships names; general phrases such as “All Scholarships” will not be considered.
Step 2: Prepare Required Documents
Gather your required application materials (see checklist above). Request recommendation letters early and confirm how your recommender will submit the letter. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that recommendation letters are received by the deadline. Late letters cannot be accepted.
Step 3: Check for Additional Requirements
Some scholarships may require a specific essay, more than one recommendation letter, or other materials. Review each scholarship listing carefully. Any additional requirements will be listed in the criteria for that scholarship.
Step 4: Optional Supporting Documents
You may also submit optional materials to strengthen your application. Examples include:
- Resume
- Personal statement
- List of extracurricular activities
- Additional recommendation letters
Step 5: Complete Your FAFSA
Students who are eligible to apply for federal student aid are required to complete a FAFSA for the current academic year. You must complete a FAFSA even if you do not expect to receive financial aid.
If you are not eligible to apply for federal student aid, you are exempt from this requirement (example: international student studying on a visa).
If you are unsure whether you are eligible or need assistance completing your FAFSA, please contact the Financial Aid Office.
Step 6: Complete Your Scholarship Application
Click the link below to access the online application form. You will need to log-in using your MVCC credentials (student email address and password) to access the form.
MVCC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Important: You must fill out the form in one sitting. You cannot save your work. Please make sure you have your documents and student information ready before you begin.
Step 7: Submit Your Scholarship Application & Materials
Before submitting, double check that your application is complete and that all required materials are included. Click “Submit” at the bottom of the online form.
If you did not upload certain documentation (such as recommendation letters), submit them separately using the instructions in the How to Submit Application Materials section above.
Step 8: Check for Email Notifications
Scholarship award decisions will be announced approximately one month after the application deadline. Scholarship recipients will receive an email and a mailed packet with details about their award. Students not selected will receive an email notification. All scholarship notifications will be sent to your MVCC email address.
Questions?
For questions, please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement:
Email: scholarships@mvcc.edu
Phone: (315) 792-5555
Important: All scholarship notifications are sent to your MVCC student email account. Be sure to check your MVCC email regularly so you do not miss important updates about your application.