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Abruzzo and Molise Heritage Society Scholarship Program

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    12/01/2024 - 03/31/2025
  • QUANTITY
    2
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    $4,000
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: Abruzzo and Molise Heritage Society of Washington, D.C.
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 2000, the Abruzzo and Molise Heritage Society (AMHS) develops and promotes the cultural, social and educational heritage of the Italian regions Abruzzo and Molise and of Italy. AMHS works closely with other Italian American organizations in the Washington, D.C. area to promote unity and a common goal – preserving our Italian heritage. Each year, AMHS awards two $4,000 scholarships each year to university students for the upcoming academic year. To qualify, candidates must:

  • Be a member of the AMHS or have a parent, grandparent, or guardian with an active AMHS membership
  • Have a 3.5 GPA or above out of 4.0
  • Major or a minor in Italian language or Italian Studies
  • Be a US Citizen or permanent resident alien
  • Not have won the AMHS scholarship in any prior year
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to submitting the online application via e-mail, applicants must send the following accompanying documentation via email to mailto:scholarship@abruzzomoliseheritagesociety.org by March 31, 2025.

  • Letter of recommendation
  • Transcript
  • Essay
  • Resume
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: Ray LaVerghetta, rclaverghetta@gmail.com
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Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    04/01/2025 - 05/31/2025
  • QUANTITY
    85
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    $500-$10,000
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: Alpha Phi Delta, the National Italian Heritage College Fraternity
DESCRIPTION: For over forty years the Alpha Phi Delta Foundation, through its Scholarship Fund, has awarded scholarships to deserving members of Alpha Phi Delta as well as their family members. Over sixty annual scholarships have been fully endowed by individual brothers, their family members, alumni groups and ladies auxiliaries. Scholarships for all levels of higher education ranging from $500 to $5,000 are announced each August at the Annual APD Convention. To qualify, candidates must:

  • Have an active membership or be related to an active member
  • Have completed two college marking periods by May 31
  • Demonstrate financial need
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to completing the online application questionnaire, candidates must submit the following accompanying documentation via the online application by May 31, 2025:

  • Letter of recommendation
  • Transcript
  • Personal statement
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: scholarship@apdfoundation.org
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American Italian Cultural Society Scholarship

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    03/01/2024 - 05/31/2024
  • QUANTITY
    2
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    $750 or $1,500
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: American Italian Cultural Society
DESCRIPTION: The American Italian Cultural Society (AICS) is a non-profit organization established in 1988 in the city of Crest Hill, Illinois. The AICS organization is dedicated to preserving Italian cultural and carrying on traditions to today’s generation. AICS annually offers a four-year scholarship to a graduating senior attending a participating high school in the Joliet/Will County area. The American Italian Cultural Society supports local students with a successful scholarship program. To qualify, candidates must:

• Be a graduating senior from a high school in the Joliet/Will County area or be the child or grandchild of a member of AICS is eligible, regardless of their residency
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to completing the application questionnaire, candidates must submit the following accompanying documentation via email to scholarship@americanitalian.org by May 31, 2024:

• Letter of recommendation (2)
• High School Transcript
• Essay(s)
• Personal statement
• Resume
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: scholarship@americanitalian.org  (815)725-7450
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Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarship Program

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    11/15/2024 - 03/14/2025
  • QUANTITY
    Varies
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    Varies
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: Columbus Citizens Foundation
DESCRIPTION: The Columbus Citizens Foundation awards scholarships to students of Italian heritage who succeed in their studies and involvement with their communities. The Foundation awards these exceptional high school, undergraduate and medical school students with multi-year scholarships. To qualify, candidates must:

  • Be entering their first year of high school or an accredited college/university or medical school.
  • Have a minimumum of 25% Italian American heritage
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Be a US Citizen or permanent resident alien
  • Have a 3.5 GPA or above out of 4.0 or 88%
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to completing the online application questionnaire, candidates must submit the following accompanying documentation online by March 14, 2025:

  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Transcript
  • Essay(s)
  • FAFSA
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: ccf@columbuscitizens.org
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FIERI Scholarship Program

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    01/01/2025 - 04/04/2025
  • QUANTITY
    4
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    $2,500-$10,000
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: FIERI Scholarship Fund
DESCRIPTION: The FIERI Scholarship Fund was established in 1985 to promote our shared Italian American heritage while supporting academic excellence. The Fund provides an opportunity for dedicated professionals to work together to further our shared commitment to empower the next generation of leaders. To qualify for the FIERI Scholarship Fund, candidates must:

  • Be of Italian-American origin;
  • Already be attending college or a University. Graduate students and part-time students may apply; and
  • Reside in the Bronx or Westchester County OR attend a college or University located in the Bronx or Westchester OR be majoring in Italian.
  • Submit a complete application together with all supporting documentation by April 4, 2025
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to completing the PDF application questionnaire, candidates must submit the following accompanying documentation via email to adambrosio@dunnington.com on or before April 15, 2024:

  • Complete the online application form
  • Submit an official transcript through your university’s secure portal to Krista Gresia at kgresia22@gmail.com
  • Submit an essay regarding the meaning of your Italian American heritage and how will you maintain your cultural roots, personally and professionally.
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: https://www.fierifund.org/contact
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Leandro P. Rizzuto Scholarship

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    03/01/2025 - 05/02/2025
  • QUANTITY
    1+
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    Up to $55,000
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: American Society of the Italian Legions of Merit
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1965, the American Society of the Italian Legions of Merit (ASILM) has a distinguished record as the national organization representing and bringing together individuals who have been decorated by the Republic of Italy and honored by decoration in a chivalric order for cultural, business, educational, judicial, government or charitable achievements. To qualify for the Leandro P. Rizzuto Scholarship, candidates must:

  • Have at least a parent or two grandparents or great grandparents of Italian ancestry
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Be accepted or enrolled on a full-time basis in a U.S. accredited undergraduate college or university located in Italy.
  • Have and maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4 (or the equivalent) and demonstrate academic excellence
  • Demonstrate community or civic interest and be of high moral character
  • Take steps to learn more about their Italian heritage
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Submit a complete application together with all supporting documentation by May 2, 2025
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to completing the PDF application questionnaire, candidates must submit the following accompanying documentation via email to adambrosio@asilm.org  on or before May 2, 2025:

  • Complete an application form provided by the Scholarship Committee
  • Provide high school or college transcript (must contain at least two full years of grades) and other academic information
  • Submit an essay regarding (i) why they would like to study at a U.S. accredited college or university located in Italy, and (ii) what it means to be Italian American and why it is important to maintain your cultural roots
  • Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor with whom they have had regular contact
  • Submit a resume listing academic background, extracurricular activities, organization memberships, and awards
  • Submit the FAFSA Student Aid Summary
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: Alan D’Ambrosio, adambrosio@asilm.org
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Lido Civic Club of Washington, D.C. Scholarship Program

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    01/01/2025 - 03/31/2025
  • QUANTITY
    Varies
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    $1,000 +
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: Lido Civic Club of Washington, D.C.
DESCRIPTION: The Lido Civic Club of Washington, DC a group of Italian American professional men, was founded in 1929. Each year the Lido Club awards undergraduate scholarships to deserving Italian American students for the upcoming fall and spring semesters. It has awarded over $1,200,000 in college scholarships since 2004. To qualify, candidates must:

  • Have Italian American heritage
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Be US Citizens or Permanent Residents
  • Reside within a 50-mile radius of Washington, DC
  • Be pursuing an undergraduate degree
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must apply online and submit the following together with their application by March 31, 2025:

  • Letter of recommendation
  • Transcript
  • Resume
  • Income Tax Returns
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: John DeZinno, jmdezinno@five-starbank.com
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Naples Italian American Foundation Scholarship

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    12/01/2024 - 02/02/2025
  • QUANTITY
    5
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    $1,000
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: Naples Italian American Foundation (Florida)
DESCRIPTION: The Naples Italian American Foundation is an organization dedicated to the celebration, promotion and preservation of Italian culture and heritage in Naples, Collier County, and Southwest Florida. Through its activities, the Naples Italian American Foundation sponsors activities that contribute to the enhancement of educational excellence for students of all backgrounds.  To qualify, candidates must:

  • Be high school seniors or about to enter college
  • Be from Collier or Lee Counties Florida
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to completing the online application questionnaire, candidates must submit the following accompanying documentation online by January 24, 2025:

  • FAFSA
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Transcript
  • Personal statement
  • Criteria are 40% academic achievement, 40% financial need and 20% community service
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: niaf@niafoundation.org
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The Christine Francis Rocco Memorial Endowed Scholarship (Open Year-Round)

  • APPLICATION PERIOD
    01/01/2025 - 12/31/2025
  • QUANTITY
    1
  • SCHOLARSHIP VALUE
    $1,200
  • Apply
OFFERED BY: Benedictine University
DESCRIPTION: The Christine Francis Rocco Memorial Endowed Scholarship is available to female students at Benedictine University who show merit and financial need. To qualify, candidates must:

  • Be a female
  • Have Italian American heritage
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Major in Business, Education, English or Nursing major at Benedictine University
  • Be a non-traditional student
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: To be considered for the Christine Francis Rocco Memorial Endowed Scholarship, please email scholarships@ben.edu.
SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT: scholarships@ben.edu
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