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SUNY Canton General Scholarships

COLLEGE ASSOCIATION INC

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

October 1, 2026

156 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

SUNY Canton General Scholarships

Overview: SUNY Canton offers various scholarships to help ease the financial burden of education for students from diverse backgrounds. Scholarships vary by type and award amount.

Key Information:

  • Application Required: Yes, a general scholarship application is required to be considered for most awards

  • Eligibility: Must be accepted to SUNY Canton prior to applying

  • Application Opens: October 1st annually

  • Automatic Matching: The general scholarship application automatically matches applicants with scholarships they qualify for

  • Supplemental Questions: After completing the general application, applicants may be presented with "Recommended Opportunities" that require supplemental questions

  • Renewable: Many scholarships are renewable after one year, provided the student continues to meet criteria

  • Athletic Scholarships: SUNY Canton is a Division III institution and cannot offer athletic scholarships, though merit and need-based financial aid is available
  • Application Encouragement: Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible (by October 1st) as funds are limited. Completing the general application increases chances of being awarded.

    Notification: Award notifications are sent via SUNY Canton email address.

    Contact:

  • Scholarship Coordinator: Mary Jo James

  • Email: scholarship@canton.edu

  • Phone: 315-386-7616
  • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Eligibility: Must be accepted to SUNY Canton before applying
    2. Access Application: Click "Apply for Scholarships" link
    3. Sign In:
    - Click green "Sign In" button
    - Use SUNY Canton credentials from acceptance letter
    - Username: First part of SUNY Canton email (e.g., smith123)
    - Password format: Two digit day of birth + First three letters of birth month (first letter capitalized) + Last four digits of Banner ID (Student ID)
    - Example: February 1 birthday with Banner ID 800006789 = 01Feb6789
    4. Complete General Application: Fill out all sections
    5. Review Recommended Opportunities: Answer any supplemental questions for opportunities you qualify for
    6. Submit: Complete and submit application

    Timeline: General application opens October 1st; apply as early as possible for best chances of award.

    Appeal Option: Scholarship Appeal Form available if needed.

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