Institutional Scholarships
A large number of scholarships are available to entering full-time students at Molloy University. Full-time is defined as a minimum of 12 credits per semester. Most scholarships are based entirely on academic record, without regard for need, while others are awarded on the basis of the analysis received from the Federal Processor, together with the student’s academic credentials. Students will automatically be considered for scholarships based upon their academic profile.
Scholarships must be renewed by filing the FAFSA and TAP Application for the following academic year. Full and partial scholarships and grants, in combination with all New York State aid, may not exceed charges for tuition. Scholarship applicants are urged to apply early in the school year since scholarships are awarded on a priority basis and are subject to the current budget. Recipients must maintain a required cumulative index and FULL-TIME STATUS for renewal of their scholarships and awards. Unless otherwise noted, all institutional scholarships are awarded for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters. The Administration reserves the right to withdraw scholarships or awards if these requirements are not met. (Please see "Academic Policies and Procedures" section of the catalog for an explanation of cumulative average.) Please see "Academic Policies and Procedures" section of the catalog for an explanation of cumulative average.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS: These partial tuition scholarships, ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 a year, are based on academic achievement. Recipients must be first semester full-time freshmen who must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative index for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship. Application deadline: March 1st.
ALUMNI LIFETIME SCHOLARSHIPS: Graduation for Molloy students is truly a commencement. Former students with Molloy degrees and no longer pursuing a program of study as matriculated students may return as nondegree auditors as often as they choose on a space available basis, to audit courses at the level in which the degree was awarded. With the payment of general, registration and course fees, alumni are forever welcome at Molloy. Growth, recreation and enhancement of the person are lifelong endeavors, totally congruous with Molloy’s “Lifetime Scholarships.” Courses that have been audited will be recorded and listed on the student's transcript as part of the academic record. Registration will be on a space available basis after the term begins and after add/drop is over for the continuing students. At no time will credit be granted for audited courses. Auditing is not allowed in the professional courses, such as those involving fieldwork or clinicals or courses such as Study Abroad, internships, capstones or other courses where it is not appropriate. See Registrar for more information.
ATHLETIC GRANTS: Grants up to full tuition are given to full-time students based on athletic ability. Recipients must maintain a minimum cumulative index of 2.0, file the required financial aid applications annually and continue to participate in the sport for which the grant was given.
DEANS SCHOLARSHIPS: These partial tuition scholarships, ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 a year, are based on academic achievement. Recipients must be first semester full-time freshmen who must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative index for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship. Application deadline: March 1st.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship of $1,000, per academic year is awarded to a freshman candidate who is an Eagle Scout Award recipient. Molloy University is proud to offer a limited number of these special incentive awards to talented young men to encourage educational success. Please submit proof of Eagle Scout status to the Office of Admissions for consideration.
FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS: These scholarships are awarded to entering full-time freshmen who are adjudged to have exceptional talent or have achieved proficiency in art or music. Qualifications are demonstrated through audition, the submission of a portfolio or other documented experience. Recipients must major in the areas for which the scholarships are awarded and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative average for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship.
GIRL SCOUT GOLD AWARD SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship of $1,000 per academic year is awarded to a freshman candidate who is a Girl Scout Gold Award recipient. Molloy University is proud to offer a limited number of these special incentive awards to talented young women to encourage educational success. . Please submit proof of Girl Scout Gold status to the Office of Admissions for consideration.
HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLAR'S GRANT: Grants of $1,000 are awarded to students who have completed a Molloy University course in high school and who enroll for full-time study at Molloy for their freshman year. The grant is renewable for up to four years of full-time undergraduate study. Grant recipients are required to maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA and file the FAFSA for each year of enrollment at Molloy.
MOLLOY COLLEGE COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD: Partial tuition awards ranging from $500 to $5,000 per year are awarded to incoming students who have demonstrated a commitment to their community and school. They are renewable annually for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters. Criteria for renewal are a minimum GPA of 2.5 and continued commitment to community service through university activities. Students must file an essay application available on the website.
MOLLOY COLLEGE GRANT: Institutional grant money is awarded to students who demonstrate financial eligibility as determined through the financial aid forms. Renewal of this institutional grant money is not automatic; the student must file the appropriate forms annually to demonstrate financial need. Additionally, the student must be full-time and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of a 2.0.
MOLLOY SCHOLAR’S: A limited number of full tuition scholarships are available for entering full-time freshmen. Awards are based on academic achievement and university aptitude test scores. These awards are competitive. Minimum eligibility requirements for consideration are a 95% unweighted high school average and either a minimum score of 1380 combined from evidence-based reading and writing (EBRW) and math, or a 31 on the ACT. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative index of 3.5 for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters taking a maximum of 16 credits each semester for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship. Application deadline: Dec 15th.
PHI THETA KAPPA SCHOLARSHIP: These scholarships of $1,000 per academic year are awarded to undergraduate incoming transfer students who are members of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society of the Two-Year College. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA and file the required financial aid applications annually for scholarship renewal.
PRESIDENTIAL DOMINICAN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS: These partial tuition scholarships, ranging from $5,000 to $22,000 a year, are based on academic achievement. Recipients must be first semester full-time freshmen who must maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative index for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship. Application deadline: March 1st.
TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS: Scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $5,000 are awarded to full-time undergraduate transfer students who have completed at least 30 credits of full-time course work at a previous college. Recipients must be transferring in a minimum cumulative index of a 3.0. For nursing majors, a 3.3 cumulative index is required. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship.
Dual Degree Program for Transfer Second-Degree Students: Scholarships of $1,000 are awarded to students who are eligible for the undergraduate Transfer Scholarship for the first two years of attendance. Student must transfer in a cumulative average of at least a 3.5 and attend on a full-time basis (a minimum of 12 credits per semester).
Dual Degree Program for Transfer Registered Nurses: Scholarships of $1,000 are awarded to students who are eligible for the undergraduate Transfer Scholarship providing they meet the basic criteria for the award. The student must be full-time (a minimum of 12 credits per semester) and transfer a cumulative average of at least a 3.5 for consideration of this scholarship.
Renewal of the scholarship in the dual degree programs is contingent upon maintaining the cumulative GPA designated upon receiving the scholarship and attending on a full-time basis. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship. The financial aid office reserves the right to withdraw a student from consideration of the scholarship if he/she is not meeting the basic criteria outlined above. Additionally, recipients may not simultaneously receive a graduate assistant award and a Transfer Scholarship.
TUITION REDUCTION FOR RELATIVES ATTENDING: A reduction in tuition of $1000 granted to the lower classman attending full-time when more than one member of the immediate family, living in the same household, is already enrolled as a full-time student in the university.