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.

New Incoming Student

(first time in college; may have earned credits in 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

(attended another college after high school; no MVCC credits yet)

• 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

Returning MVCC Student

(previously completed MVCC credits after high school; returning Spring 2026)

• 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

Graduating MVCC Student

(graduating from an MVCC degree program in December 2025 and not returning in Spring 2026) 

• 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 November 15 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

The application will time out after 45 minutes. To avoid losing work, click “Save Progress” before the timer runs out. Saved applications can be reopened and completed later. 

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

All applicants (except international students studying on a visa) must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the current academic year. New York State residents must also complete a NYS Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application. Both must be submitted by the scholarship deadline. Instructions are available on the MVCC Financial Aid webpage. 

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

The application will time out after 45 minutes. To avoid losing work, click “Save Progress” before the timer runs out. Saved applications can be reopened and completed later.

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. You will receive an automated email confirming receipt.

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

After you submit your application, a staff member will review it within 3-5 business days to confirm that you meet the basic eligibility criteria for the scholarships you applied for. 

Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email notification. This email will include any eligibility comments left by staff, and you can also view these comments by opening your completed application form. 

Approximately one month after the application deadline, final scholarship decisions will be communicated to all applicants by email. Scholarship recipients will also receive an award packet in the mail. 

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.