A number of scholarship funds have been established at the College through the generosity of alumni, parents, friends, corporations, and foundations. Most of these scholarships and special awards were established by bequests or endowment gifts, though some are maintained through annual support from the donor.
The growing number of these funds provides an increasing source of support for deserving students. Scholarships are usually awarded annually by the appropriate scholarship committee in accordance with the intent of the donor. Unless otherwise noted, they are based on demonstrated financial need as determined by institutional policy. Information and applications for the various scholarships are available in the Office of Financial Aid or in the deans' offices of some schools.
Howard Alper Memorial Scholarship
Established in honor of Howard Alper through generous contributions of family and friends, this scholarship is awarded to a rising junior or senior finance major in the School of Business with demonstrated financial need and an established record of academic achievement.
Douglas Betts Memorial Scholarship
Awarded annually to outstanding students in the School of Business.
Borg-Warner Scholarship
Awarded annually to an outstanding woman or minority student in the School of Business aspiring to a career in corporate management.
Lewis H. Durland Scholarship
Established through the generosity of Frank and Barbara Collyer in memory of Lewis H. Durland, member of the board of trustees from 1977 to 1983. Awarded to students with need who attend the School of Business and reside in the greater Ithaca area.
Forster Educational Foundation Scholarship
Established by a gift from the Forster Foundation. Awarded to outstanding students in the field of accounting.
R. G. "Red" Fowler Scholarship
Awarded to a student majoring in business. Established in 1984, this scholarship was created by friends and associates to honor R. G. "Red" Fowler, former manager of NCR and the founder of the Friends of Ithaca College.
Robert H. and Audrey E. Gordon Memorial Scholarship
A memorial tribute established by the family and friends of Audrey and Tickey Gordon to support students committed to academic achievement, professional preparation, and community service. Awarded annually to rising seniors with demonstrated financial need who have established records of academic achievement and active participation in volunteer service on or off campus. Preference given to students planning to pursue graduate study in preparation for careers in labor relations, labor law, or education.
Joseph M. Hartnett Scholarship Fund
Established through gifts from the Tompkins County Trust Company and the friends of Joseph M. Hartnett to assist students in the School of Business who demonstrate financial need and are residents of Tompkins County.
Aniello Massa Accounting Scholarship
A merit-based scholarship awarded to full-time accounting majors at the sophomore or junior level who have exhibited outstanding academic achievement and demonstrated a commitment to the accounting program. Candidates are evaluated and selected by the accounting department.
Price Waterhouse Scholarship
Established through contributions from the accounting firm of Price Waterhouse and Ithaca College alumni employed there. This scholarship provides support to worthy students in accounting who plan to pursue careers in public accounting.
Robert Rackow Scholarship
Established in memory of Robert Rackow. Awarded to students in the School of Business.
David W. Sass '57 Distinguished Achievement Scholarship
Established by alumnus and trustee David W. Sass to recognize and support superior academic achievement in the School of Business. Presented annually to a rising senior with demonstrated need and the best record of academic achievement as determined by the dean.
Seymour Knox Foundation Business Scholarship
Established by a grant from the Seymour Knox Foundation to benefit students from the Buffalo, New York, area who are enrolled in the School of Business.
David P. Storch Scholarship
Awarded to worthy students in the School of Business, this scholarship was established by David P. Storch '75.
John Sweeney '87 Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of John Sweeney, a 1987 graduate of the School of Business. Through gifts made by friends, family, and colleagues, these awards are for students in the School of Business who demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit and actively help to improve campus life.
Additional information about scholarships in communications, including eligibility requirements, may be obtained in January of each year from the dean's office in Room 331, Park Hall. The application deadline is mid-March.
Anthony Ceracche Scholarship
Awarded annually to outstanding students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications.
Helen and Howard Cogan Advertising Scholarship
Awarded annually to an outstanding student in the Roy H. Park School of Communications who demonstrates unusual talent in the field of advertising and/or public relations.
Philip R. Dougherty Minority Journalism Scholarship
Established to honor the late Philip R. Dougherty, respected columnist for the New York Times. Preference given to a minority student with evidence of academic and/or creative merit in journalism and participation in journalism-related cocurricular activities.
Generations Fund Scholarship
Awarded annually to organizational communication, learning, and design majors demonstrating high potential for both academic and professional success. Two awards are made annually. One award is given in honor of Professor Sandra Herndon and the other in honor of Associate Professor Diane Gayeski.
Michael Hanna Television-Radio Scholarship
Awarded annually to students in the television-radio department who demonstrate outstanding promise and performance in the area of communications management. Established in memory of Michael Hanna, founder of the Ithaca College radio department and its first instructor.
Ithacan Scholarship
Awarded to students with financial need who have been staff members of the Ithacan for at least one semester; who have shown evidence of outstanding achievements and contributions to the College, the Roy H. Park School of Communications, and the Ithacan; and who have shown evidence of academic and/or creative merit in any area of print journalism.
Kristan Landen Film Scholarship
Endowed by Marvin and Shirlee Romanek for cinema students who evidence excellence, ability, and promise in film production.
Mark Mazura Video Production Scholarship
Awarded to students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications with academic and/or artistic excellence and merit in video production and/or video direction and who have proven long-term interest in and commitment to video production. Established in memory of Mark V. Mazura '81.
Ann E. Mendelson Endowed Scholarship
Established by Barry Mendelson '65 in memory of his sister Ann. Awarded annually to a student in the Roy H. Park School of Communications who demonstrates outstanding achievements and contributions to Ithaca College through extracurricular activities. Preference given to a rising junior or senior who resides in the Upstate New York area.
Dana Kristen Miller '88 Scholarship
Established by family and friends in memory of Dana Kristen Miller '88, a television-radio major in the Roy H. Park School of Communications. Awards are made annually to outstanding women students on the basis of their academic and/or creative merit and active contributions to the field of broadcast journalism.
Alan T. Najar '72 Communications Scholarship
Awarded annually to outstanding students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications. Made possible by gifts from the family of Alan Najar '72.
Park Scholar of Achievement Award
This award, made possible by the generosity of the Park Foundation, is intended to recognize and reward outstanding students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications who demonstrate significant academic and creative achievement in communications, involvement in relevant cocurricular activities, and community service in and beyond campus. Awarded annually to incoming freshmen, scholars receive this award throughout their Ithaca College career by maintaining a predetermined standard of performance.
James B. Pendleton Filmmaking Awards
Established in 1977 by James B. Pendleton. Multiple awards are given annually to cinema production majors to support completion of student film projects produced in Film Workshop.
James B. Pendleton Cinema and Photography Scholarships
Made possible by a bequest from the estate of the late James B. Pendleton, a true friend of Ithaca College. These scholarships are awarded annually to majors in the cinema and photography department who have achieved excellence in film production, film studies, screenwriting, and still photography.
Charles L. and Janice C. Rumrill Writing Scholarship
Established by gifts from the late Janice and Charles Rumrill. Charles Rumrill was a member of the board of trustees from 1965 to 1980. Awarded to outstanding students who show great promise as writers in the field of journalism or communications.
Jessica Savitch '68 Communications Scholarship
Established through gifts from the family, associates, and friends of the late Jessica Savitch '68. Awarded annually to students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications who demonstrate excellence, achievement, and promise in the field of broadcast journalism.
Ivan "Jimmy" Schneider Scholarship
Established by longtime Ithaca College employee Jimmy Schneider to benefit students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications. Awarded to a rising sophomore with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.00. The student must be enrolled in the College's work-study program and demonstrate good citizenship both on and off campus, with a preference for students from rural New York State areas.
Rod Serling Communications Scholarship
Awarded annually to students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications who demonstrate outstanding creative scriptwriting ability. Made possible by gifts from the family and friends of the late Rod Serling, who was a visiting professor in the television-radio department for many years.
Mark R. Wilder '81 Communications Scholarship
Established in memory of Mark R. Wilder '81, a graduate of the Roy H. Park School of Communications, to support outstanding communications students.
Students in the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance do not apply for the following scholarships. Students eligible for financial aid are given consideration based primarily on academic performance. Preference is given to seniors.
Dr. Justin Alexander Scholarship
Awarded to a deserving physical therapy major to help defray the costs of the last year of study in Rochester. This scholarship was created to honor Dr. Alexander on his retirement in 1986 after 28 years of service to the College.
Arkell Hall Foundation Scholarship
Awarded annually to students showing outstanding academic ability in the Departments of Health Services Administration, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology or programs in community health education and therapeutic recreation.
J. William '33 and Jane S. Bagley Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding students in clinical science/physical therapy.
Emmett Boldt '60 Scholarship
Awarded to a student in the clinical science/physical therapy program. Established in memory of Emmett Boldt '60 by his family and friends.
Philip James Butterfield Scholarship
Established in honor of longtime professor and head football coach Jim Butterfield. Awarded annually to juniors or seniors in the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance who exhibit outstanding performance and citizenship. Preference will be given to students who plan to pursue teaching careers.
Duncan Hines Nutrition Scholarship
Established by gifts from the Duncan Hines Foundation. Awarded to students with minors or concentrations in nutrition who are in good academic standing.
Charles A. Frueauff Foundation Scholarship
For outstanding students in the Departments of Health Services Administration, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, or programs in community health education and therapeutic recreation.
Professor Karl K. and Marjorie Klein Endowed Scholarship
For undergraduate upper class students in the Departments of Exercise and Sport Sciences, Health Promotion and Human Movement, or Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Services who show outstanding academic performance and expertise in the basic sciences.
Dean William B. Koch Endowed Scholarship
Established in memory of Dean William B. Koch by family, friends, and associates. Awarded annually to a rising junior or senior in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences. Recipient will be selected on the basis of academic merit, with at least a 3.50 GPA, and evidence of professional activity in areas related to exercise and sport sciences. Preference will be given to an emerging scholar.
Richard and Helen Lyon Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to students in the Departments of Exercise and Sport Sciences, Health Promotion and Human Movement, or Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Services who plan careers in teaching. Established by gifts of alumni and the family and friends of Coach Dick Lyon and his wife Helen.
William A. and Fern N. Lyons Scholarship
In recognition of the superior academic ability of a student in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Nancy L. Olsen '65 Scholarship
Awarded to women who are New York State residents and are currently majoring in physical education. Established by Nancy L. Olsen '65 to honor her parents.
Phi Delta Pi Memorial Scholarship
Awarded annually to a deserving woman student in the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance. The scholarship recipient must demonstrate academic excellence, exhibit leadership on campus and in community activities, and show financial need.
Physical Therapy Endowment
Awarded to outstanding seniors and fifth-year students in the clinical science/physical therapy program.
Chester S. Southwick Scholarship
Awarded to a student in the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance, with a preference for physical education students who plan to pursue careers in teaching. Established in memory of Chester Southwick by his son.
Charles F. Saxton Scholarship
Awarded to a student in the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance who is a junior and shows outstanding academic performance.
Tioga County Home Bureau Scholarship
Awarded to a deserving student, who demonstrates financial need, majoring in recreational therapy or occupational therapy. Preference will be given to the recreational therapy major.
Brian Truhn Scholarship
Awarded annually to a student in the Departments of Exercise and Sport Sciences, Health Promotion and Human Movement, and Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Services who plans to pursue a career in coaching.
Hardwin Abbot-Davies '91 Scholarship
Awarded to a rising senior in speech communication. The recipient must be in good academic standing, show financial need, and be recommended by a faculty member of the speech communication department.
Peter Bergstrom Scholarship
Awarded annually to an acting or musical theater major whose talent and academic ability demonstrate potential for achievement in the performing arts. Established by the friends of Peter Bergstrom '81 in his memory.
Cissy Cheskis Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Cissy Cheskis by her son, Robert '88, and is awarded annually to students in the Department of Theatre Arts with a preference for acting majors. Recipients must demonstrate progressive academic achievement.
Katherine B. "Toby" Clarey '31 Memorial Scholarship
Created by family and friends to honor Katherine B. "Toby" Clarey '31, a graduate of the Department of Theatre Arts and well known for her activities in the Ithaca regional theater. Awarded to needy and talented acting or musical theater majors, with preference to minority students.
Richard M. Clark Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Richard M. Clark, chair of the Ithaca College Department of Theatre Arts from 1981 to 1987. Through gifts from friends, colleagues, alumni, and family, these awards are made to outstanding theater arts majors.
Professor G. Ferris Cronkhite Scholarship
Professor Cronkhite joined the Ithaca College English department faculty in 1966, where he was instrumental in establishing the American studies program. He retired in 1982 and was named professor emeritus in 1985. Established through a generous bequest from Professor Cronkhite, this scholarship is to be awarded annually to students with financial need who demonstrate success in English, art history, French literature, German literature, or Spanish literature.
Drago Chemistry Award
Based on academic achievement, laboratory skills, and promise in the field of chemistry, awards are made to rising seniors recommended by the faculty of the Department of Chemistry.
English Majors Scholarship
Established by gifts from faculty members and alumni, this scholarship is awarded to English majors with outstanding academic records and proven financial need.
Friar's Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding undergraduates in the Department of Theatre Arts through an annual grant from the Friar's Foundation.
Carolyn Gilbert '64 Speech Communication Honor Scholarship
Established by the late Carolyn Gilbert '64, a former member of the speech communication faculty. Awarded annually to a junior or senior speech communication major with a GPA of at least 3.50.
George A. Gonzalez-Gallardo '79 Scholarship
Established in memory of George A. Gonzalez-Gallardo '79. Awarded annually to students recommended by the faculty of the Department of Biology.
Laura Hinckley Hauer '23 Scholarship in Theater Arts
Awarded annually to a theater major whose talent and academic ability demonstrate potential for achievement in the performing arts, and who has financial need. Laura Hauer '23 majored in drama and public speaking and taught these subjects for many years. Established through a generous bequest from Mrs. Hauer.
George Hoerner Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to talented and dedicated technical theater and scenic design students. Made possible by gifts from the family and friends of the late George Hoerner, professor emeritus of theater.
Thomas Morrin Jones Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a senior with need who majors in biology, chemistry, mathematics, or some combination of the sciences and who, through his or her academic work and community activities, best exemplifies commitment to the liberal arts and the tradition of social service as personified in Thomas Morrin Jones.
Elliot Mayrock '73 History Scholarship
Established by Elliot Mayrock '73, this scholarship is awarded annually to an incoming freshman or transfer student who has declared an intention to major in history or social studies.
Sheila Mitchell Award
Established by friends and colleagues in memory of Sheila Mitchell, an employee of Ithaca College for 20 years. Awarded to a graduate of Ithaca High School currently enrolled in the School of Humanities and Sciences, with preference to minority students.
Donald and Martha Negus Scholarship
Created by Mary Helen Hart '35 in memory of her father and mother, this scholarship provides financial assistance to students at Ithaca College who major in art.
David W. Sass '57 History Scholarship
Established to recognize outstanding achievement in the study of history. Based on proven need and the recommendation of Department of History faculty members, awards are made each year to academically accomplished history majors, with preference given to students entering the junior or senior year. This scholarship is made possible through a gift from David W. Sass '57, a graduate of the history department and a member of the Ithaca College Board of Trustees.
Gertrude Spencer English Award
Awarded annually to an English major whose talent, academic ability, and achievement demonstrate an outstanding command of the English language.
Susan Spitz '67 Memorial Scholarship
Awarded for academic excellence in the study of English. Established in memory of Susan Spitz '67.
Robert Barden Terwilliger '80 Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior in philosophy or psychology who plans to pursue an advanced degree. Established in loving memory of Robert Terwilliger '80 by family and friends.
Theater Arts Alumni Memorial Scholarship
Established by alumni and friends to honor the unique educational experience provided in the Department of Theatre Arts while establishing a permanent memorial to deceased alumni, faculty, and others. Awarded to a junior or senior majoring in theater arts.
Lillian Speakman Vail '21 Scholarship
Established by the family and friends of Lillian Speakman Vail '21 to honor the memory of her lifelong friendship, service, and support to Ithaca College. Awarded annually to juniors and seniors with established records of academic achievement and community service. Preference given to students in music, theater arts, and speech communication.
Jane Woods Werly Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established by Jane Woods Werly '27 for students majoring in theater arts or music and concentrating in musical theater.
Ronald E. Batson '36 Scholarship
Established through a generous bequest from Ronald E. Batson '36, this scholarship is awarded annually to students in the School of Music who have chosen to major in voice. While at Ithaca College, Mr. Batson studied voice and earned his degree in music education. He spent his career as a public school music teacher.
Celia Slocum Blair Scholarship
Established in memory of Celia Slocum Blair, coordinator of music education at Ithaca College. Awarded to students entering their senior year, the recipients are recommended by the dean of the School of Music and the faculty of the Department of Music Education. Recipients must be pursuing a major in vocal or instrumental music education. Preference is given to members of the Lambda Chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon who plan to teach music in public schools.
Robert S. Boothroyd Sr. Scholarship
Awarded to deserving students making outstanding contributions to the School of Music. Established by Robert Boothroyd '24.
Les Brown Scholarship
Established by Les Brown '29 to assist an outstanding junior instrumentalist in the School of Music.
Patrick Conway Endowed Scholarship
Awarded annually to a deserving student in the School of Music. Established in memory of bandleader Patrick Conway, who founded the Conway Band School at Ithaca College.
W. Grant Egbert Music Scholarship
Awarded to a student demonstrating excellence in music, scholarship, and service. Established to honor W. Grant Egbert, the founder of Ithaca College.
Edwin R. Erickson '25 Music Scholarship
Awarded annually to a deserving student in the School of Music. Established by Edwin Erickson '25.
Elenita M. Benjamin Fitch '28 Scholarship
Established by a bequest from Elenita M. Benjamin Fitch '28. For a student in the School of Music who is also a member of Mu Phi Epsilon, Lambda Chapter.
Charlotte C. and James M. Fitzgerald '31 Scholarship
Established in memory of Charlotte Fitzgerald '31 and her husband, James. Awarded annually to an outstanding student in the School of Music.
Clinton B. Ford Scholarship
Established by Clinton B. Ford, a trustee of the College, to provide scholarship assistance for talented stringed instrumentalists in the School of Music.
Friar's Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding undergraduates in the Department of Theatre Arts and/or the School of Music, by a grant from the Friar's Foundation.
Gustave Haenschen Scholarship for Music Students
Established by family and friends of the late Gustave Haenschen. Awarded to a talented and deserving student in the School of Music.
Gretchen Haller Music Scholarship
Awarded to a deserving music student who demonstrates financial need. Preference will be given to a student with an interest in vocal performance.
Kathleen Kimple Houghton Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding violin students who are juniors or seniors, who have demonstrated excellence in performance, and who have a GPA of at least 3.00.
Col. George S. Howard Music '25 Scholarship
Established through a generous endowment contributed by Colonel Howard '25, a distinguished graduate of the Ithaca Music Conservatory. He was commander in chief and conductor of the Air Force Band and Symphony Orchestra since 1944. Awarded annually to qualified students of wind instruments studying in the School of Music.
Jephson Educational Trust Scholarship
Awarded to worthy students in the School of Music who have shown academic and musical achievement.
Eleanor P. Johnson Music Scholarship
Awarded annually to deserving students in the School of Music. Established by a bequest from Eleanor P. Johnson, a friend of the College.
Leo A. and Frances MacArthur Keilocker Scholarship
Awarded annually to outstanding instrumentalists in the School of Music who study violin, viola, or cello. Made possible by an endowment established by a bequest from Leo A. and Frances Anne MacArthur Keilocker, both 1925 graduates of the School of Music.
Philip J. Lang Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Philip J. Lang '33, who made a profound contribution to America's musical heritage as a musician, teacher, composer, and orchestrator. Awarded annually to an outstanding student in the School of Music, with preference given to students studying composition.
The Laub Family Scholarship
Awarded annually, upon recommendation of the dean, to an upper-class student in the School of Music who demonstrates outstanding performance ability and solid academic achievement. Made possible by gifts from the family and friends of Lydia and David. David J. Laub was a member of the College's board of trustees from 1965 to 1982 and served as its chairman for six years.
Kathryn A. C. Martin Music Scholarship
Established by the late Kathryn A. C. Martin to recognize deserving students in the School of Music. Preference is given to students who are members of Sigma Alpha Iota.
Craig McHenry '30 Scholarship
Awarded to an outstanding student in the School of Music. Made possible by gifts from the friends and colleagues of Craig McHenry '30, dean of the School of Music for many years.
Herbert C. Mueller Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to worthy students in the School of Music who major in trumpet. Established in memory of Professor Herbert C. Mueller, who taught trumpet for 16 years at Ithaca College. Funding made possible through gifts from his family and friends.
David Barnes Perry Memorial Scholarship
Established by Dorothy P. Livermore '24 in memory of her son. Awarded annually to an outstanding music student.
Roberta Peters Scholarship
For an outstanding vocal student in the School of Music. Made possible by gifts from Roberta Peters, an honorary trustee of the College.
Brigid A. Porter '93 Scholarship
Established by the family and friends of Brigid A. Porter '93 in her memory. Awarded annually to music education or performance/music education majors who have completed their freshman year with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. Preference given to students who are orientation leaders or resident assistants.
Presser Foundation Scholarship
This award is granted annually to the most outstanding junior music student, based on scholarship and talent. This person is named "Presser Scholar" in his or her senior year.
Ruth Blackman Rodgers '11 Scholarship
Awarded to talented students in their third or fourth year in the School of Music. Established through a bequest of Ruth Blackman Rodgers '11.
Louis Smadbeck Composition Award
This award was established by Ithaca College parent Louis Smadbeck to honor talented composition students in the School of Music. The award recognizes the best new musical work written each year by a student. The entries are judged by a faculty committee and the prize is awarded at a special concert each spring.
Josephine Watson Southwick Music Scholarship
Awarded to a junior majoring in music education. This scholarship was established in memory of Josephine Watson Southwick by her son.
Ruth Butts Tapke '17 Scholarship
Established in memory of Ruth Butts Tapke '17. Awarded to musically talented students from rural New York, so that Ithaca College might expand their horizons as it did for her.
Iola Angood Taylor '32 Scholarship
Established by a bequest from Iola Angood Taylor '32 to provide scholarship assistance to deserving students from public-school music programs. Preference is given to students residing in the Hornell-Canisteo area.
Allan H. Treman Music Scholarship
Awarded annually to students who have made an outstanding contribution to the School of Music. Established by a bequest from the late Allan H. Treman.
Lillian Speakman Vail Scholarship
Established by the family and friends of Lillian Speakman Vail '21 in honor and memory of her lifelong friendship, service, and support to Ithaca College. Awarded annually to juniors and seniors with established records of academic achievement and community service. Preference given to students in music, theater arts, and speech communication.
James J. Whalen Young Artist Award
Established by the Fred L. Emerson Foundation to honor President Emeritus James J. Whalen, Ithaca College's sixth president, for his 22 years of distinguished leadership of the College and for his steadfast dedication to its students. Awarded annually to the entering freshman music major with the highest combined academic and musical rating. The James J. Whalen Young Artist Award covers up to the cost of full tuition and will be renewed automatically for a total of 9 semesters (summer sessions excluded) as long as the recipient maintains a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 and remains enrolled full time and in good standing as a music major at Ithaca College.
Aetna Life and Casualty Insurance Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to deserving minority students in the Ithaca Opportunity Program.
Alumni Association Scholarship
Established through the generosity of the College's alumni to assist well-qualified students who demonstrate financial need.
African-Latino Society Alumni Memorial Scholarship
Recognizes high-achieving students of color who have made significant contributions to multicultural awareness and the well-being of minority students on campus. Awards are made through a process of selection committee review.
Bert Bryan Baker Scholarship
Established by the family and friends of Bert Bryan Baker, a great believer in education and a superb motivator of students. Awarded annually to promising students who demonstrate high standards of citizenship. Preference given to students from Tompkins and Monroe counties or adjacent areas.
Geoffrey and Patricia Banfield Scholarship
Established by a generous gift from Geoffrey and Patricia ('69) Banfield. Awarded annually to a deserving student with financial need.
Michael Bond Scholarship
Established by gifts from the family and friends of the late Michael Bond '76 to recognize outstanding students.
John P. E. Brown '35 Scholarship
Established in memory of John P. E. Brown '35, a member of the board of trustees for 52 years. Awarded to students who have outstanding academic records and are active as volunteers.
Mark and Shelly Buckstein Scholarship
For worthy students from the New York City public school system, with preference given to graduates of the Bronx High School of Science.
Campus Center Scholarship
For students employed at the Campus Center who are willing to help themselves by working and who show good academic performance.
Class of '84, Class of '85, and Class of '93 Endowed Scholarships
Established by members of the 1984, 1985, and 1993 senior classes as their gifts to the College. Awarded to a junior or senior with financial need, solid academic achievement, and an active involvement in campus organizations, upon recommendation by the director of campus activities and orientation and the director of financial aid.
Class of 1991 Memorial Scholarship
Established by members of the 1991 senior class as their gift to the College and later expanded to include gifts memorializing former classmates. Awarded to a junior or senior with financial need, solid academic achievement, and an active involvement in campus organizations.
Robert Reed Colbert Sr. Scholarship
Established through the generosity of longtime trustee and friend of the College, Robert Reed Colbert Sr. Mr. Colbert was a highly accomplished businessman, especially in areas of banking and real estate, who served his community with dedication and distinction throughout his life. The Colbert Scholarship awards are made annually to academically promising sophomores, juniors, and seniors from the greater Ithaca, Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse areas who show demonstrated financial need.
Janet B. Donald Scholarship
This award is given annually to a high-achieving graduate of Ithaca High School who has financial need. Preference will be given to a student who is physically challenged.
Fred L. Emerson Endowed Scholarship and Internship Fund
Awarded to students based on their significant contributions to the extracurricular life of the College and meritorious academic performance. Both scholarship and internship funds are available.
Georgia Hume Evans Memorial Scholarship
Established by gifts from the Georgia Hume Evans Trust. Awarded to students with need who are in good academic standing.
Friends of Ithaca College Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding students who reside in Tompkins and surrounding counties. Made possible by contributions from the Friends of Ithaca College.
Friends of Ithaca College Founders' Scholarship
Established on the occasion of the Friends' 35th anniversary to honor Roland "Red" Fowler and other founding members. Awarded to outstanding students from Tompkins and surrounding counties.
Jay C. '65 and Ardelle L. Gardner Scholarship
Awarded to a junior or senior who has shown the commitment and character to stay in school and who would otherwise be unable to complete his or her education.
Joseph Gluck '49 Scholarship
Awarded to a meritorious student in memory of Joseph Gluck '49.
Jed Haubenstock Memorial Scholarship
Awarded annually to a student entering the senior year who demonstrates leadership and involvement in campus activities, as well as a high degree of commitment to furthering the quality of life on the Ithaca College campus. The award is made by the Presidential Scholarship Committee upon recommendation of the campus adviser for student activities and governance.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Scholarship
Awarded annually to outstanding transfer students with high academic achievement and financial need. Students must transfer from a community college that has an established articulation agreement with Ithaca College.
Richard Hirshfield Scholarship
Awarded for academic achievement, with preference given to residents of Connecticut.
Gloria Hobbs Scholarship
For deserving minority students not in the Ithaca Opportunity Program.
Anne M. Humphrey Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Anne M. Humphrey, director of business services at Ithaca College from 1984 to 1988. Through gifts from family, friends, and colleagues, this award is made to a student who has (1) worked in the Ithaca College dining services, purchasing, warehouse, general services, special events, bookstore, or the business services offices; (2) held a position in one of these offices for at least one year and intends to continue that work during the academic year in which the scholarship is to be awarded; and (3) assumed demonstrable additional responsibilities during employment in one of the previously mentioned offices.
Lillia Babbitt Hyde Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to students who show good academic performance. Endowed by the Lillia Babbitt Hyde Foundation.
Ithaca Legacy Scholarship
This special fund was established to provide previous scholarship recipients and other interested persons a means of supporting today's students through Annual Fund contributions. Awards are given to students with demonstrated need who have distinguished themselves by their academic performance.
Leonard B. Job Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding students in their junior and senior year who have demonstrated academic excellence.
Anne Siegel Jordan Memorial Scholarship
Established through gifts to the College from the family and friends of the late Anne Siegel Jordan '81. Awarded annually to an upper-class student who most closely personifies the qualities and attributes of Anne Siegel Jordan. Good academic performance and involvement in the extracurricular life of the College are prerequisites.
Ben Light Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to one student nominated by his or her department for outstanding contribution to the community. Established by gifts from the family and friends of the late Ben Light, a devoted administrator who helped build the South Hill campus.
London Assistance Grant
The Ithaca College London Center Program is available to all academically qualified sophomores, juniors and seniors. This grant is awarded to rising juniors and seniors with demonstrated financial need who wish to participate in the London Program.
Adrian O. Pearsall Memorial Scholarship
Awarded annually to graduates of Trumansburg High School attending Ithaca College.
Perennials Scholarship
Established with the help of the late Lillian Speakman Vail '21 to honor those classes who graduated from the College 50 or more years ago. Awarded to students with need and good academic performance.
Truman K. Powers Scholarship
Established in memory of Truman K. Powers, an Ithaca attorney, by his family and friends. Awarded to an outstanding junior who is interested in a law career and has a GPA of at least 3.20.
Margaret Reid Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to juniors or seniors demonstrating leadership qualities and a wide range of active participation in campus organizations.
Robke-Zuris Scholarship
Awarded to juniors or seniors in recognition of academic achievement and extracurricular involvement.
Senior Scholarship
Awarded to a senior in recognition of academic achievement and campus involvement.
Student Government Merit Scholarship
Awarded to exemplary juniors or seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence and involvement in campus life. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.60 and participate in a broad range of experiences on campus.
J.J. Staff Scholar Award
Established through contributions from staff, faculty, and friends of President Emeritus James J. Whalen in honor of his 22 years of service to the College. It is awarded annually to a full-time member of the staff who is matriculated in the employee degree program. Candidates must have completed at least 90 hours toward graduation and maintain a GPA of 3.20 or higher. The deciding criterion for awarding the scholarship will be length of service.
Surdna Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to deserving students who show good academic achievement.
George C. Textor Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to students who show meritorious academic performance. Established by friends in memory of the late George C. Textor, chairman of the College's board of trustees from 1966 to 1968.
Turtle Bridge Scholarships
Established by a gift from James J. and Gillian H. Whalen. Awarded annually to outstanding seniors who have shown steady improvement in academic performance during their undergraduate careers at Ithaca and who are actively involved in the campus and/or local communities.
