Student Aid


Since 1972, the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation Student Aid Program has distributed more than $31.2 million to New Hampshire students to help them reach their educational goals. The Foundation administers over 250 separate funds, established by individuals, families, organizations and businesses, to support education. This is the largest source of independent student aid in New Hampshire.

While most of our scholarships and loans are awarded to what many of us think of as "traditional" students entering college, already in college, or pursuing a graduate degree; the Foundation is continually looking for new ways to deliver scholarship services to less traditional types of students. Adults returning to school or exploring training opportunities comprise a significant (and growing) category of our scholarship and loan awards. 

If you have questions regarding any of the Foundation's scholarship programs, please call the Student Aid office at 1-888-642-4348. 


Online Applications (in order by deadline date)

Complete the application once - we’ll take care of the rest

When you apply online, only complete the application once.  The information you provide will automatically be submitted to all programs for which you are eligible.  You may be eligible for more than one, however, you will not be considered for programs whose deadlines have passed.

 

Submitting applications by mail

If you wish to apply for one of the programs mentioned above but prefer to submit a paper copy, you must contact the Student Aid office to obtain an application.  Please note that you will still be expected to meet required deadlines AND you may be charged a nominal fee to submit a paper copy.

 

How to Apply

Review the accompanying PDF's if you would like additional information on these programs and their requirements.

Apply online at
https://nhcf.scholarships.nelnet.net


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Winthrop and Bernice Perry Scholarship

Deadline: Monday, March 3, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be a resident of Milford, Wilton or Lyndeborough and complete additional essay questions (included in the online application).


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Frank and Olive Gilman Foundation Scholarship Fund

Deadline: Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be a graduating senior at Rivendell Academy, Lebanon High School, Mascoma Valley Regional High School or Woodsville High School.

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Upper Valley Scholarship Fund

Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be a resident of the Upper Valley; see accompanying PDF for the complete list of towns. 


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Mary Felicia Falzarano Scholarship

Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2008

Eligibility requirements: Based on residency; see accompanying PDF for the complete list of towns.   


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The Edwardson Scholarship Fund

Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be a graduating senior at Kearsarge Regional High School. 

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Enfield Residents Scholarship

Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be a resident of Enfield.

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Statewide Student Aid Program

Deadline: Friday, April 18, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be between the ages of 
17 – 24 and attending accredited 4-year colleges or graduate school.

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The Bill and Esther Levy Scholarship Fund

Deadline: Friday, May 16, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be a graduating senior at Kennett High School.

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Career Aid to Technology Students (CATS) Program

Deadline: Friday, June 27, 2008

Eligibility requirements: You must be between the ages of
17 – 24 and enrolling in accredited training programs NOT leading to a 4-year degree.


Other Scholarship Programs (listed in alphabetical order)


Some of our scholarship programs still require you to download a PDF application, complete it and send it in to our office by the specified deadline date.
  See below for these programs. 


 

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Adult Application
Adult Student Aid Program
Awards for New Hampshire adults who are pursuing undergraduate education or training programs.
Deadline: May 15, August 15 and December 15
 
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AEF Application
Alexander Eastman Foundation Health Professions Scholarship
Under the sponsorship of this Derry-based Foundation, this program awards scholarships to adult students currently working in a health-related field in the greater Derry area.
Deadline: June 23, 2006 

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Benz Trust Application
Doris L. Benz Trust
Provides significant awards to Sandwich residents who have graduated from Interlakes High School.
Deadline: June 2, 2008 for high school seniors, July 11, 2008 for undergraduate students.

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Cheverie Memorial Application
Billy Cheverie Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of a young seacoast resident, this program provides $1,000 scholarships for seacoast students, particularly those involved in athletics.
Deadline: March 21, 2008

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Citizens Application
Citizens Bank High School Achievement Award
The Citizens Bank Foundation High School Achievement Award is given to qualifying high school seniors who plan to continue their education at a college, university or vocational/technical school.
Deadline:  March 3, 2008

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Dunkin Donuts Application
Dunkin Donuts Scholarship
Ten $2,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to high school seniors throughout New Hampshire who are enrolling fulltime at a post-secondary institution – whether at a four-year, two-year or community technical college.
Deadline: March 21, 2008

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Dubben Application
William E. and Lorraine W. Dubben Scholarship Fund
Established to support students from the town of Brookline and for students graduating from the Hillsboro-Deering school system.
Deadline: March 21, 2008

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Festival of Trees Application
Festival of Trees Scholarship 
Supports Seacoast students pursuing studies in Natural Resources or Horticulture at a New Hampshire university or college. Previous scholarship awards have been up to $1,000. Please call (603) 431-6774 with any questions.
Deadline:  April 18, 2008

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Fisher Cats Application
Fisher Cats Scholar Athletes Scholarship
Scholarship awards of $2,500 each will be given to ten outstanding scholar athletes from around the state who demonstrate good academic performance, significant athletic achievement and active civic involvement.
Deadline:  March 31, 2008

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FSB Application
Franklin Savings Bank Scholarship Fund
Created by Franklin Savings Bank to provide scholarships to students living in the towns served by the bank.
Deadline: April 18, 2008

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The Medallion Fund Application
The Medallion Fund
The Medallion Fund provides scholarships to individuals of any age who are enrolling in any accredited vocational or technical program that does NOT lead to a four-year baccalaureate degree. Applications are accepted at any time during the year.
Deadline:  No deadline

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Kenney Application
Monsignor Philip Kenney Scholarship
This fund was established to honor a long-time church leader. It makes awards to minority students in Manchester and Nashua.
Deadline: April 4, 2008

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Nottingham Application
Nottingham Women's Club Scholarship
A scholarship program that benefits students who live in the Town of Nottingham.
Deadline: May 17, 2008

PLAN-NH
Provides multiple awards to New Hampshire students studying architecture, interior design, studio art or certain engineering fields.  For application, visit the PLAN-NH website at www.plannh.com.
Deadline: April 20

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Aviation Application
David G. Plasch Aviation Scholarship
Established in honor of a young man who died heroically during the Gulf War, this program gives up to $3,000 in scholarships for aviation-related study (flight training, aeronautics, etc.) for Rockingham and Strafford counties.
Deadline: March 21, 2008

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Seacoast Scholars Application
Seacoast Scholars Program
This program provides multiple awards (totaling $40,000) to seacoast students (including southern York County, ME).
Deadline: March 14, 2008

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Secondary School Application
Secondary School Scholarship Program
A provision in the estate of Dr. John V. Leech provides up to $1,000 for tuition assistance to residents of Belknap County for secondary school study.
Deadline: June 27, 2008

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Witherell Application
Carl T. Witherell Technical Scholarship Fund
The Witherell Scholarship provides interest free loans to students graduating from Lebanon, NH and Hartford, VT school systems and are furthering their education at accredited post-secondary vocational/technical schools.
Deadline: May 30, 2008


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