Deadline: November 15
GPA: 2.75 minimum
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: This honors the memory of Tony Givens, a caring and generous soul who dedicated most
of his adult life to helping, protecting, and bringing hope to those struggling with
drug use.
Amount Awarded: $250 by check
Criteria Checklist:
- Must have a GPA of 2.75
- Must be either full or part-time student
- Must be enrolled in the Chemical Dependency Counseling Program
- Must be entering their final year
- Preference given to a student who is continuing to a 4-year institution (awarded only after the student provides evidence that they are actually enrolled in a 4-yr institution)
- Preference given to recent immigrants interested in working to address needs in their community
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Social Sciences Faculty
Deadline: November 15
GPA: 2.5
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: Lions Club of Utica was founded in 1924 and is dedicated to serving people with impairments
and to serving youth through education.
Amount Awarded: $250 as tuition credit
Criteria Checklist:
- Must be a Nursing, Human Services or Life Science major
- Must have at least a 2.5 GPA
- Must be from the City of Utica
- Must be of good character, civic-minded and
- Must be in their second year at MVCC
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Scholarship Review Committee
Deadline: April 1
GPA: 2.5
Available to: 1st & 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: Award to full-time students in the Human Services and Psychology Department or who
are of Greek heritage enrolled in any MVCC academic program.
Amount Awarded: $200 as tuition credit
Criteria Checklist:
- Must be a full-time student in the Human Services and Psychology program or
- Must be a full-time student who is of Greek heritage enrolled in any MVCC academic program (must show that you have a Greek Heritage)
- Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
- Must provide a listing of their community service volunteer work
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application
Selection by: Scholarship Review Committee
Deadline: April 1
GPA: 2.0
Available to: 1st & 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester (May be renewed if student maintained a 2.0)
Description: This scholarship was established in memory of Sgt. Christopher Curtis Simpson who
died at age 23 during combat in Baghdad, Iraq. He has been posthumously awarded the
Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his courageous service to our country.
Amount Awarded: Varies
Criteria Checklist:
- Full-Time or Part-Time student working toward a degree
- Student shall demonstrate financial need beyond any educational GI benefits for which he or she may be eligible
Special consideration shall be given to applicants who:
- Have a military or ROTC background. An honorary discharge is required unless illness (medical discharge) is the reason.
- Are applying with GED diplomas
- Plan to study education, especially with the hope of becoming a junior or senior high school teacher, or who are interested in Human Services
- Have overcome a personal challenge or faced a difficult life experience (such as a disability, illness, accident, family crisis, etc.)
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Scholarship Review Committee and at least one or two of Sgt. Simpson’s family members/friends
shall also serve on the committee.
Deadline: Check with Social Sciences Department
GPA: 2.0
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: In memory of Professor John Stratton who exemplifies academic excellence and potential
for professional integrity in both character and performance.
Amount Awarded: Varies
Criteria Checklist:
- Awarded to an outstanding graduate of the Human Services and Psychology Program
Application Process: No application required
Selection by: Social Sciences Faculty
Deadline: November 15 and April 1
GPA: 2.5
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: Tom Blanchfield, retired Professor and Department Head of Criminal Justice, can be
defined as an icon in the MVCC family. His dedication and devotion to the college
has had a lasting positive effect on our students, faculty, staff and community members.
Tom is deeply missed, but greatly appreciated at MVCC.
Amount Awarded Varies
Criteria Checklist:
- Must be a Full-Time Criminal Justice Major
- Must be a Resident of New York State
- Academic Achievement
- Must show Financial Need
- Must have a GPA of 2.5 or Higher
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application
Selection by: Public Services Faculty
Deadline: April 1
GPA: 2.0
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: Given annually to a Criminal Justice program student
Amount Awarded: $100 by check
Criteria Checklist:
- Must demonstrate financial need
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Public Services Faculty
Deadline: November 15
GPA: 3.0 minimum
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: This scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding full-time student entering their
second year of study in the Criminal Justice curriculum who displays a sincere desire
to enter the field of law enforcement.
This scholarship is in memory of Undersheriff Stanley J. Kolasz who served as a member
of the Oneida County Sheriff’s Department for over 20 years, performing the duties
of his office with the highest degree of professionalism and served as an inspiration
to all who believed in principles of justice and the integrity of our law enforcement
officials.
Amount Awarded: $300 (Towards Tuition or Books)
Criteria Checklist:
- Full-Time Second-Year Criminal Justice student who has not transferred from another curriculum while at MVCC.
- Have a 3.0 or higher Cumulative GPA at the end of their first year.
- Must show Financial Need
- Involvement in Criminal Justice Extra-Curricular Activities (e.g. Criminal Justice Club, field trips, career seminars, etc.)
- Must write an essay (50 words or less) on the following question:
Why are you interested in a career in Criminal Justice?
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Public Services Faculty
Deadline: November 15
GPA: 3.0
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: This scholarship will be awarded to a current student who best exemplifies the ideals
and qualities of Cecil A. Nellenback whose untimely and tragic death is mourned by
family and friends.
Amount Awarded: $100 minimum as tuition credit
Criteria Checklist:
- Must be a senior student entering their final term
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater
- Must be enrolled full-time
- Must be taking a minimum of 12 credit hours
- Will be given to students who are community oriented and/or
- Transferring to a 4-year school and majoring in Forensic Investigation
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Public Services Faculty
Deadline: April 1
GPA: 2.75
Available to: 1st Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: Maynard T. Roman was born and raised in New York Mills. He taught classes in criminal
law enforcement here at MVCC and was the golf coach at New York Mills and Notre Dame
High Schools. Maynard was truly dedicated to helping others. One award to a graduate
of Notre Dame High School and one award to a graduate of New York Mills High School.
Graphic design majors will be considered second for scholarship after criminal justice
major.
Amount Awarded: $500 as tuition credit
Criteria Checklist:
- Must be planning to enroll full-time (min of 12 credit hrs.)
- Must have a GPA of 2.75 and major in criminal justice. Graphic design majors will be considered second.
- Must be a graduate of either Notre Dame High School OR
- Must be a graduate of New York Mills High School
- A brief essay stating why you should be considered for this scholarship is required.
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Scholarship Review Committee
Deadline: November 15
GPA: 3.0
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: 1 Semester
Description: This scholarship started in 1995 to help parents meet their financial needs while
completing course requirements in the Social Sciences program. Awards will be presented
to any student enrolled in the Criminal Justice, Fire Protection Technology or Public
Policy Program.
Amount Awarded: $250 for any type of educational expense
Criteria Checklist:
One award will be made to a parent (child custody is not required):
- Must have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours and
- Must have achieved at least a 3.0 GPA
A second award will be made to a general Criminal Justice or Public Policy major:
- Must have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours and
- Must have achieved at least a 3.0 GPA
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancements in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Public Services Faculty, Social Sciences Faculty
Deadline: November 15 and April 1
GPA: Min. Cum. 2.5 GPA
Available to: 2nd Year students
Duration: Up to 2 Semesters
Description: The New York Propane Gas Association (NYPGA) sponsors this award to a 2nd year student
in the Fire Protection Technology program.
Amount Awarded 2 Awards at $500 Each – November 15th Deadline and
2 Awards at $500 Each – April 1st Deadline
Criteria Checklist:
- Must be a Full-Time (12 credit hours or more), 2nd Year student enrolled in the Fire Protection Technology program who has completed a minimum of 24 credit hours
- Must be a Resident of New York State
- Academic Achievement
- Financial Need
- Community Involvement and/or Service
- Education/Work Ethic
- Entrepreneurial Skills, Endeavors, and/or Achievements
- Successful applicant(s) must write a legible personalized thank you note to New York Propane Gas Association (NYPGA) prior to any disbursement of funds
Application Process: Contact Institutional Advancement in Payne Hall Room 220 for a General MVCC application.
Selection by: Scholarship Review Committee