The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation, Inc. recognizes and supports individuals interested in pursuing a career in insurance. Scholarships are awarded annually to individuals who embody the qualities necessary to excel in the insurance industry.
The 2019–2020 scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $2,000 to be used by the recipient to offset the costs associated with pursuing an undergraduate degree.
Applications are available in the guidance office.
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Complete the attached scholarship application. Be sure to complete both pages. Fill out all relevant information. If the information does not pertain to you please indicate that it is not applicable.
2. Submit with your application an essay (approximately 500 words), two letters of reference and a copy of your official transcript. The essay should address why you are interested in pursuing a career in the insurance industry and how your current studies will assist you in this endeavor.
3. Send all materials to the New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation, Inc. c/o New York Insurance Association, Inc., 130 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12210 by Tuesday, April 30, 2019.
SELECTION CRITERIA
1. A person matriculated in an accredited college or university as a candidate for a baccalaureate or advanced degree.
2. Scholastic standing.
3. Desire to work in the insurance industry.
4. Community involvement/volunteer work.
5. Not receiving or eligible for full reimbursement for the expenses of tuition, board, books, etc. from another source.