How much funding does The Leandro P. Rizzuto Scholarship provide?

The Leandro P. Rizzuto Scholarship provides Up to $55,000 in funding.

The Leandro P. Rizzuto Scholarship

American Society of the Italian Legions

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

Up to $55,000

Deadline

May 14, 2026

21 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

The Leandro P. Rizzuto Scholarship

Funder: American Society of the Italian Legions of Merit (ASILM)

Geographic Scope: United States (applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents)

Study Location: U.S. accredited colleges or universities located in Italy

Award Purpose: To support outstanding Italian American students pursuing up to one year of study at accredited universities in Italy, commencing in the Summer/Fall of each academic year.

Eligibility Requirements

Italian Heritage: Have at least one parent or two grandparents or great-grandparents of Italian ancestry
Citizenship Status: Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Academic Status: Be a graduating high school student or college student
Enrollment: Be accepted or enrolled on a full-time basis in a U.S. accredited undergraduate college or university located in Italy
Academic Performance: Have and maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 (or equivalent) and demonstrate academic excellence
Character & Service: Demonstrate community or civic interest and be of high moral character
Financial Need: Demonstrate financial need
Cultural Engagement: Take steps to learn more about Italian heritage

Award Details

Amount: Up to $55,000 (specific award amount determined at sole discretion of ASILM Scholarship Committee)
Number of Awards: One or more awards per year
Frequency: Annual

Contact Information

Contact Person: Alan D'Ambrosio, President & Chairman

Email: adambrosio@asilm.org

Address:
Columbus Townhouse
8 East 69th Street
New York, New York 10021

How to Apply

Application Process

Deadline: Second Thursday in May of each year (2026: May 14)

Required Materials

All completed application forms with supporting documentation must be submitted by the deadline.

1. Application Form: Complete the official application form provided by the Scholarship Committee

2. Academic Transcripts: Provide high school or college transcript(s) containing at least two full years of grades and other academic information

3. Essay (Two-Part):
- Part 1: Why you would like to study at a U.S. accredited college or university located in Italy
- Part 2: What it means to be Italian American and why it is important to maintain your cultural roots

4. Letter of Recommendation: Submit a letter from a teacher or professor with whom you have had regular contact

5. Resume: Include academic background, extracurricular activities, organization memberships, and awards

6. Financial Information: Submit FAFSA Student Aid Summary