Ralph J. Torraco Scholarship for Computer Science Studies Grant

Ralph J. Torraco Scholarship for Computer Science Studies Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: UNICO Foundation Inc
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: April 03, 2026

Summary

The Ralph J. Torraco Scholarship for Computer Science Studies, awarded by the UNICO Foundation, offers four scholarships of $1,000 each to full-time students pursuing a degree in Computer Science at accredited U.S. colleges. Eligible applicants must reside in specific states or have a UNICO sponsor, be U.S. citizens aged 18 or older, and continue their studies in the 2026-2027 academic year. Preference is given to those demonstrating financial need.

Overview

About UNICO For over 100 years, UNICO National has served as a compassionate and unwavering leader of the Italian American community. With a mission to promote Italian American heritage and to serve others, UNICO has benevolently impacted local communities while also serving as an esteemed national voice for Italian Americans. Each year, UNICO provides over $1 million dollars to support charitable, scientific, cultural, educational, and literary projects. As a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, UNICO celebrates the many significant achievements of Italian Americans in the United States. Founded upon the principle of “Service Above Self,” the members of our chapters across the country devote their time, energy and resources to serve their local communities. UNICO supports various worthy causes, including Cooley’s Anemia, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Mental Health Wellness, and Cancer Prevention and Research, Food Banks, Shelters, and other Community Needs. The UNICO Foundation awards numerous scholarships through its national scholarship program. Ralph J. Torraco Scholarship for Computer Science Studies Four scholarships, valued at $1,000 each will be granted, to students currently enrolled pursuing a degree in the field of Computer Science Studies, attending full time an accredited campus-based college/university program in the United States.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The candidate must:Reside in or have a UNICO Chapter/District sponsor from one of the following states: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, or Wisconsin.Must be a United States citizen and at least eighteen years of age.This program is open to applicants of all ethnicities.Continue their study within the academic year 2026-2027

Ineligibility

Online degree programs are not eligible for UNICO scholarships.