James F. Casey '50 Scholarship

Established by Patrick R. Brereton to benefit a student who best demonstrates leadership, commitment to the residence hall programs, and concern for the welfare of others. The scholarship was created in memory of James Casey ‘50 (1927-1981), who was SUNY Cortland’s first director of student housing. 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 high academic achievement minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average
  • have attended SUNY Cortland for a minimum of 3 academic semesters
  • current or past residence hall staff member or hall council president for at least one semester
  • 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

Preference

  • is given to student who have demonstrated financial need per FAFSA
  • is given to students with demonstrated leadership
  • is given to students who have demonstrated a dedication to residence hall program
  • is given to students who have demonstrated a concerns for the welfare of others

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
02/01/2023
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you a current or past residence hall staff member or hall council president for at least one semester?