ICFNJ Student Scholarship Information
Scholarship opportunities are regulary updated. Check back for new listings.Scholarships make it possible for many deserving students to attend an independent institution of higher education. The scholarship programs listed below are administered through partnerships between ICFNJ and the donors who sponsor them. They are available only to undergraduate students studying at ICFNJ member institutions.
Please contact Yvette Panella, ypanella@njcolleges.org, if you have any problems accessing the application form or reference letter.
ICFNJ Scholarships
All scholarships will be awarded for 2013-14 academic year.
| Name | Amount | Deadline |
| PNC - Barry Gillman Humanitarian Scholarship | $5,000 | June 30 |
| Novartis Science Scholarship | $3,000 | June 30 |
| CohnReznick Accounting Scholarship | $2,000 | closed |
| Celgene's Sol J. Barer Scholarship for Life Sciences | $2,500 | May 31 |
| C.R. Bard Foundation Nursing Scholarship | $2,500 | Apr 30 |
| Novo Nordisk Scholars Program | $5,000 | July 15 |
| Birdsall Services Group Scholarship for Engineering and Environmental Science | $2,500 | Apr 15 |
| Martin R. Sullivan Memorial/ PricewaterhouseCoopers Scholarship | $2,500 (typically) | Apr 15 |
| Merck Undergraduate Science Endeavors (MUSE) Program | $6,250 | May 15 |
| Kings Super Markets, Inc. Independent College Fund Scholarship |
Up to $1,000 | May 10 |
| Volk Leber "College Access Pathway" Grant | $2,000 | May 31 |
"Closed" indicates a scholarship offered during the 2012-13 academic year. This information is provided as a reference of the type of scholarships ICFNJ hopes to offer during the 2013-14 academic year. No applications are currently being accepted for any closed scholarships.
PNC - BARRY GILLMAN HUMANITARIAN SCHOLARSHIP
The PNC - Barry Gillman Humanitarian Scholarship recognizes outstanding students who demonstrate a commitment to serving the community through volunteer service. The Barry Gillman Humanitarian Scholarship honors the compassion and spirit of volunteerism embodied by the late Barry Gillman by encouraging undergraduate students to continue in their humanitarian work while attending college.For Students Enrolled at: Any ICFNJ member college or university (see list at right).
Scholarship Amount: $5,000
Number of Annual Awards: 2
Eligibility Requirements:
- be enrolled full-time at an ICFNJ member college or university;
- be entering junior or senior year;
- possess a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale;
- must be actively engaged in a volunteer service project;
- must demonstrate the highest ideals and qualities of citizenship and humanitarian service as evidenced in their personal statement, resume and letters of recommendation;
- preference will be given to those students with plans to pursue a career in the legal profession.
Deadline: June 30, 2013
NOVARTIS SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP
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The Novartis Science Scholarship recognizes and rewards undergraduate science majors engaged in research at ICFNJ's member colleges and universities by awarding $3,000 scholarships to qualifying students.
For Students Enrolled at: Any ICFNJ member college or university (see list at right).
Scholarship Amount: $3,000
Number of Annual Awards: 8
Eligibility Requirements:
- be enrolled full-time at an ICFNJ member college or university;
- be entering junior or senior year;
- be majoring in a science field;
- possess a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.5 or better;
- be conducting or planning to conduct independent scientific research.
Deadline: June 30, 2013
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COHNREZNICK ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP
The CohnReznick Scholarship recognizes and rewards high achieving students preparing for careers in public accounting. Three awards of $2,000 each will be given with one designated for each of Fairleigh Dickinson University, Monmouth University and Seton Hall University.For Students Enrolled at: Fairleigh Dickinson University, Monmouth University and Seton Hall University
Scholarship Amount: $2,000
Number of Annual Awards: 3
Eligibility Requirements:
- be enrolled full-time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Monmouth University or Seton Hall University;
- be majoring in Accounting;
- be entering junior or senior year;
- possess a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.3 or better on a 4.0 scale;
- demonstrate superior academic performance and promise for a career in public accounting.
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C.R. BARD FOUNDATION NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
.jpg) The C. R. Bard Foundation Nursing Scholarship recognizes outstanding nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, leadership, and extracurricular activities and who are planning careers in the health industry. For Students Enrolled at: Bloomfield College, Caldwell College, College of Saint Elizabeth, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Felician College, Georgian Court University, Monmouth University, Saint Peter’s University or Seton Hall University Scholarship Amount: $2,500 Number of Annual Awards: 10 Eligibility Requirements:
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NOVO NORDISK SCHOLARS PROGRAM
 The Novo Nordisk Scholarship recognizes outstanding students who demonstrate academic excellence while inspiring them to consider careers in research, education and treatment of diabetes or hemophilia and bleeding disorders.For Students Enrolled at: Any ICFNJ member college or university (see list on right) Scholarship Amount: $5,000 Number of Annual Awards: 4 Eligibility Requirements: All recipients must meet the following minimum requirements:
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BIRDSALL SERVICES GROUP SCHOLARSHIP FOR ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
 The Birdsall Services Group Scholarship recognizes and promotes high achieving students who excel in areas of Engineering and the related fields of Environmental Science. Two awards of $2,000 are made to students who have demonstrated an interest in engineering careers or a career in environmental consulting.For Students Enrolled at: Drew University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Monmouth University, Princeton University, Rider University or Stevens Institute of Technology Scholarship Amount: $2,000 Number of Annual Awards: 2 Eligibility Requirements:
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The Martin R. Sullivan Memorial / PricewaterhouseCoopers Scholarship was created in memory of the late Martin R. Sullivan, a partner at Coopers & Lybrand, who had an interest in accounting education at New Jersey’s independent colleges and in the preparation of students entering the accounting profession. The scholarship assists high achieving students to prepare for careers in public accounting.For Students Enrolled at: Fairleigh Dickinson University, Monmouth University or Seton Hall University
Scholarship Amount: Varies (typically $2,500)
Number of Annual Awards: Varies
Eligibility Requirements:
- be entering your junior or senior year;
- possess a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale;
- be majoring in accounting;
- demonstrate superior academic performance and promise for a career in public accounting.
Deadline: April 15, 2013
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MERCK UNDERGRADUATE SCIENCE ENDEAVORS (MUSE) PROGRAM
The MUSE Program recognizes and rewards undergraudate science majors who are conducting research at ICFNJ's member colleges and universities by awarding grants to support academic, research and professional advancement in their field.For Students Enrolled at: Any ICFNJ member college or university (see list on right)
Scholarship Amount: $6,250 ($3,000 scholarship; $2,500 stipend for research participation; $750 for material or supply purchases and/or attendance at a professional conference
Number of Annual Awards: 5
Eligibility Requirements:
- be enrolled at an ICFNJ member college or university;
- be enrolled in junior year in 2013-14;
- be majoring in a science field;
- possess a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.5 of 4.0;
- be conducting or planning to conduct an independent research project prior to senior year.
Deadline: May 15, 2013
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KINGS SUPER MARKETS, INC. INDEPENDENT COLLEGE FUND SCHOLARSHIP
 The Kings Super Markets, Inc. Independent College Fund Scholarship provides an opportunity for Kings' associates and their children who wish to attend any one of the private college or universities in New Jersey to receive financial assistance. The competitive scholarship program is part of an incentive to attract and retain associates. The scholarship emphasizes the importance of family by assisting the children of Kings' associates in the pursuit of their educational goals.For Students Enrolled at: any ICFNJ member college or university (see list on right) Scholarship Amount: up to $1,000 Number of Annual Awards: Varies Eligibility Requirements:
Back to top CELGENE'S SOL J. BARER SCHOLARSHIP IN LIFE SCIENCES  Named in honor of Celgene's former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, the Sol J. Barer Scholarship in Life Sciences assists high achieving students to prepare for careers in the Life Sciences. For Students Enrolled at: any ICFNJ member college or university (see list on right) Scholarship Amount: $2,500 Number of Annual Awards: 5 Eligibility Requirements:
Back to top VOLK LEBER "COLLEGE ACCESS PATHWAY" GRANT  The Volk Leber "College Access Pathway" Grant supports a Teaneck or Oradell high school senior entering freshman year at any ICFNJ college or university. The grant will assist talented students transitioning from high school to college by providing financial assistance. For High School Seniors Accepted at: any ICFNJ member college or university (see list above) Grant Amount: $2,000 Number of Annual Awards: 2 Eligibility Requirements:
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