First Year Students

A large number of scholarships are available to entering first year students at Molloy University. Merit scholarships are based entirely on academic record, without regard for need. Students will automatically be considered for scholarships which are based upon their academic profile.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: These partial tuition scholarships, ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 a year, are based on academic achievement. Recipients must be a first semester full-time first year student and must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative index for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship.

ATHLETIC GRANT: Awards ranging from partial to full tuition grants are given to full-time students based upon athletic ability. Awards are determined by the Athletic Department. Recipients must maintain a minimum cumulative index of 2.0, file the required financial aid applications annually, and continue to participate in the sport for which the grant was awarded.

AMANDA ROSE KANOWITZ SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time incoming freshman. The student must demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative index of at least 2.8.

SISTER ANNE CONNOLLY and SISTER HELEN T. NYBERG SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is dedicated to two Dominican sisters who gave their time and talent to Molloy College and fostered the love of learning among their students. The recipient of this is an incoming freshman who meets criteria established by the Admissions Office. This scholarship will be renewable for four years.LISA LIEBMAN MEMORIALSCHOLARSHIP: Started by Austin Williams, this scholarship is available to assist BIPOC students pursue careers in media production, public relations, and advertising. The scholarship will provide an annual $2,500 tuition scholarship, which is renewable for four years. Along with financial support, the program will offer recipients mentorships and the possibility of future internships at Austin Williams to gain professional experience during their junior and senior years at Molloy.

BARBARA ELLEN BLACK FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded annually for four consecutive years to a full-time, incoming freshman who has demonstrated financial need. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

BIOLOGY FOUNDING FACULTY SCHOLARSHIP:Is awarded to an incoming first year student majoring in Science. Award amounts vary.

BISHOP JOHN R. MCGANN SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded annually to an incoming freshman student. Preference given to a graduate of a Diocesan High School. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

BOGNER LEADERSHIP THROUGH SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a senior at a Catholic High School in the Diocese of Rockville Centre who is applying to Molloy College. Applicants must have demonstrated leadership and commitment to their community and have achieved high academic standards. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

BRADY LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP: Will be awarded to an applicant who is a child of a Molloy Nursing alumnus pursuing a degree at Molloy and has demonstrated leadership and commitment to their community.

CLASS OF 1968 SCHOLARSHIP: Awarded to an incoming freshman who has established financial need and has a GPA of 3.0. It is desirous of the donors, that when possible, this award will be given to an incoming female freshmen as a dedication to their time at Molloy from 1965-1969 when it was Molloy Catholic College for Women.

COMMUNICATION SCHOLARSHIP AND FUND: Awarded to an incoming freshman or transfer student and demonstrated financial need. Essay is required.

DEANS SCHOLARSHIP: These partial tuition scholarships, ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 a year, are based upon academic achievement. Recipients must be a first semester full-time first year student and must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative index for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship.

DR. ALLEN RAUCH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: Awarded to an incoming freshman majoring in Education with a Science concentration, who has demonstrated financial need and has a cumulative index of 3.0.

EAGLE SCOUT AWARD SCHOLARSHIP: A scholarship of $1,000, per academic year, is awarded to a first-semester full-time first-year student who is an Eagle Scout Award recipient. Molloy University is proud to offer a limited number of these special incentive awards to talented young men to encourage educational success. Students must submit proof of Eagle Scout status to the Office of Admissions for consideration.

EVELYN AND THOMAS BARRY SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to incoming first year students majoring in Education. Applicants must have a high school index of 3.0. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

F. HENRY BENACK SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time incoming freshman having graduated from a Catholic High School and demonstrating financial need.

F. LIDDELL MEMORIAL MUSIC THERAPY SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman whose major is Music Therapy and demonstrates financial need. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP: These scholarships are awarded to full-time first-year students who are adjudged to have exceptional talent or have achieved proficiency in art or music. Qualifications are demonstrated through audition, the submission of a portfolio, or other documented experience. Recipients must major in the areas for which the scholarships are awarded and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative average for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship.

FUNDED SCHOLARSHIPS: A number of donor-funded scholarships are available for first-semester full-time first-year students. These scholarships are based on donor-defined criteria, and award amounts vary. Some of the scholarships are a one-time award and others are renewable annually. Potential candidates are identified by the Office of Admissions.

GIRL SCOUT GOLD AWARD SCHOLARSHIP: A scholarship of $1,000 per academic year is awarded to a first semester full-time first year student who is a Girl Scout Gold Award recipient. Molloy University is proud to offer a limited number of these special incentive awards to talented young women to encourage educational success. Students must submit proof of Girl Scout Gold status to the Office of Admissions for consideration.

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLAR'S GRANT: Grants of $1,000 are awarded to students who have completed a Molloy University course in high school and who enroll as a first semester full-time first year student at Molloy. The grant is renewable for up to four years of full-time undergraduate study. Grant recipients are required to maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA and file the FAFSA for each year of enrollment at Molloy.

JOAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: Awarded to a full-time incoming freshman who majors in theatre-arts; including screen writing, playwright, music compositions, and dramatic arts. This student must demonstrate financial needs and have a cumulative index of at least 3.0.

LEIDNER SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to an incoming first year student. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

LEONA C. MASON ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP: Awarded to a full-time freshman or sophomore undergraduate nursing major of African American ethnicity; must take a minimum of six credits per semester; must maintain a 3.0 GPA average and demonstrate financial need. Scholarship to be used for tuition and fees only, not available for living expenses. Transfer students may be considered.

LOUIS AND PAULINE CESTARI SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with the strongest qualifications weighted on the merits of scholastic achievement (50%) and community service (50%).

MARY ALICE PLISCO MISSION SCHOLARSHIP: Is awarded to a full-time freshman and continuing students on the basis of their community service, academic achievement, and financial need in order to foster the Dominican Sisters’ commitment to mission. It is renewable annually for a maximum of 8 semesters.

MARY GAY MCGRATH MEMORIAL FUND: Is used to supplement the half tuition discount awarded to students involved in the partnership between Marianist Community at Kellenberg Memorial and Molloy College. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

MAUREEN T. WHITE SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a highly motivated, full-time nursing student in the first year of the nursing program, who has demonstrated financial need along with the potential for leadership in nursing, and has a certain minimum cumulative index.

MICHAEL P. HOFFMAN "CHANGING OUR WORLD" SCHOLARSHIP: Is awarded to full-time students who have demonstrated a commitment to community transformation. The student is also required to have a cumulative index of 2.5 and demonstrate financial need.

MICHELINA M. AND MAUREEN A. GANNON ’85 SCHOLARSHIP: Is awarded to a full-time incoming freshman interested in pursuing a career in STEM Education. The student must maintain a cumulative index of 3.0 or higher.

MOLLOY UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD: Partial tuition awards ranging from $500 to $5,000 per year are awarded to first semester full-time first year students who have demonstrated a commitment to their community and school. They are renewable annually for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters. Criteria for renewal are a minimum GPA of 2.5 and continued commitment to community service through university activities.

MOLLOY UNIVERSITY GRANT: Institutional grant money is awarded to students who demonstrate financial eligibility as determined through the financial aid forms. Renewal of this institutional grant money is not automatic; the student must file the appropriate forms annually to demonstrate financial need. Additionally, the student must be full-time and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of a 2.0.

MOLLOY SCHOLARS: A limited number of full tuition scholarships are available for first semester full-time first year students. Awards are based on academic achievement and standardized test scores. These awards are competitive, and students must apply for admission by December 1st. Minimum eligibility requirements for consideration are a 95% unweighted high school academic average and either a minimum score of 1380 combined from evidence-based reading and writing (EBRW) and math on the SAT, or a 31 on the ACT. Since these awards are highly competitive, consideration for eligibility does not guarantee this award. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative index of 3.5 for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters taking a maximum of 16 credits each semester for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship.

MONSIGNOR MCCLANCY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a new first time, full-time freshman every four years. This student must maintain a certain minimum cumulative index.

NURSING SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to incoming first-year or transfer student majoring in Nursing. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

TERESA AND FRANK PANÉ SECONDARY MATHEMATICS TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time student entering freshmen year who plans to become high school Mathematics teacher. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

PRESIDENT BOGNER LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP: Is awarded to an incoming full-time freshman who has demonstrated academic achievement with an 85 average or better and has demonstrated leadership skills in high school and has taken on a leadership role in either high school or in community activities and plans to be committed to services in a student leadership role at Molloy College. This scholarship is renewable as long as the student continues to meet certain requirements.

PRESIDENTIAL DOMINICAN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP: These partial tuition scholarships, range from $8,000 to $24,000 a year, and are based on academic achievement. Priority is given to students who apply for admission by March 1st. Recipients must be first semester full-time first year students, and must maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative index for a maximum of 8 consecutive semesters for renewal. Recipients must also file the required financial aid applications annually for renewal of this scholarship.

THE RILEY FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a graduate from a Catholic elementary school and who has already made a deposit to attend Molloy. The student must maintain a 3.0 cumulative index and must be active in one of Molloy's Campus Ministry services.

ROCCO JOHN FILAZZOLA, Ph.D. BIOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time freshman, preference given to a Biology major who has demonstrated financial need; with a cumulative index of at least 3.0.

ROCKVILLE CENTRE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SCHOLARSHIP: Is awarded to a student having completed thirty (30) credits at Molloy and is a resident of the Rockville Centre community. Preference will be given to a graduate of the Rockville Centre School District.

ROSE AND MAX NEIDICH NURSING SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to an incoming full-time freshman enrolled in the Nursing or Allied Health Programs who has demonstrated commitment to their community and has unmet financial need. Renewable annually.

RUTH AND JOHN MCSWEENEY SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship will be awarded to incoming freshman Nursing student. Award amounts vary; renewable annually.

RVC ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE SCHOLARSHIP: Established by the Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day Parade committee, in part to help fund the Irish Institute Studies Program to enhance courses, and to create scholarship opportunities to bagpipers and drummers. The scholarship is awarded to a student who participates in the Molloy College Pipe and Drum band.

SISTER M. LEO FRANCIS MONAGHAN, O.P. SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time student, with preference given to an incoming freshman, interested in Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Studies. This student should exemplify the mission and philosophy of Molloy College. Scholarship is renewable annually.

SISTER MARY CAROL GABRIEL, O.P. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time incoming freshman majoring in the Humanities or Social Sciences and demonstrates financial need.

SISTER NIVARD STABILE, O.P. SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time freshman in the Business Program who has demonstrated strong leadership skills.

SISTER PATRICIA A. MORRIS, O.P. SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship awarded to a full-time freshman student who has demonstrated financial need. The student must be a Modern Language or Political Science major and have a cumulative index of at least 3.0.

ST. MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOLARSHIP: This award consists of two scholarships awarded each year to two incoming full-time freshmen, one of African ancestry, one of Hispanic ancestry. Applicants must have a minimum 88 high school average. The scholarship is renewable annually with a minimum cumulative index.

SULLIVAN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to an incoming first-year student with a minimum high school average of 85. Award amount varies; not renewable.

THE SWITZER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP - Awarded to a female incoming nursing student who resides within 50 miles of New York City and has demonstrated financial need.

TUITION REDUCTION FOR RELATIVES: A tuition reduction of $1,000 per academic year is granted to the lower classman attending full time when more than one member of an immediate family, living in the same household, is enrolled as a full-time student at the university.

TUITION REDUCTION FOR SIBLING-ATTENDING PAROCIAL SCHOOL: A reduction in tuition of $1,000 per academic year is granted to a Molloy student attending full-time when one or more members of the immediate family, living in the same household, is enrolled in a parochial school. Contact the Office of Financial Aid for additional information.

VALERIE HAWKES COLLINS '71 SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to a full-time incoming first-year student who is majoring in Nursing. Renewable as long as student remains a Nursing major.

VINCENT VENTURA SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman majoring in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems and has achieved a minimum 2.5 cumulative index in high school.