Guardian Angelfish Scholarship

Established by an anonymous donor to assist students who have a sudden personal or family crisis that affects their finances in such a way as to prevent them from continuing their studies at SUNY Cortland. Award will be split evenly between the fall and spring semesters. Funding is based on availability.

Selection Criteria

  • awarded to a matriculated sophomore, junior or senior level student in good academic standing at SUNY Cortland
  • has had a sudden personal or family crisis that affects family income in such a way as to prevent them from continuing their studies at SUNY Cortland
  • has been in touch with their financial aid advisor and has provided documentation with regards to their special circumstances
  • enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester)
  • student must have at least one full academic year remaining at the start of the fall semester of award year
  • has demonstrated financial need per FAFSA

Requirements

  • Letter of recommendation from you SUNY Cortland financial aid advisor

Renewal Information

  • This scholarship is a one-time award and is non-renewable

Scholarship funding is determined by the Cortland College Foundation. Scholarship amounts and availability are subject to change.

Award
Funding Amount Varies
Deadline
07/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Financial Aid Advisor Reference Request
  2. In 300 words or less, please comment on the circumstances surrounding your sudden financial crisis.