Ellis D. '65 and Irene Siegenthaler Ward '66 Scholarship

The Ellis D. ’65 and Irene Siegenthaler Ward ’66 Scholarship was established by Irene Siegenthaler Ward ’66 in memory of her husband, Ellis. The couple, who met on campus, each received an elementary education degree from SUNY Cortland. This scholarship will be awarded to students enrolled in any major within the Childhood/Early Childhood Department with satisfactory academic achievement and a preference for demonstrated financial need. Award will be split evenly between the fall and spring semesters. Funding is based on availability.

Selection Criteria:

  • For full-time matriculating students enrolled in any major within the Childhood/Early Childhood Department.
  • Recipient(s) must be a continuing student.
  • Recipient(s) must have satisfactory academic achievement.
  • This scholarship is non-renewable. Students must apply each year.

Preference:

  • Demonstrated Financial Need per FAFSA

Renewal Information

  • This scholarship is non-renewable. Students must apply each year.

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

Award
$1,000.00
Deadline
02/01/2027