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Afford Your Future

We’re committed to rewarding your hard work and helping make college affordable. From merit-based awards and need-based support to specialized scholarships we have scholarships for every type of Pioneer. 

With scholarships on your side, an Alfred State education is not only within reach—it’s one of the best investments you can make in your future.

IN-STATE SCHOLARSHIPS

Alfred State Scholars

Most of our talented, first-time, full-time students entering a baccalaureate-degree program are eligible for generous scholarships at the time of admission. Our most prestigious award, valued at $5,000 per year, is granted to students with a GPA of 92.5 or higher. 

Requirements:

  • Must be a New York State resident.
  • Specific value will be determined by strength of academic background and funding availability.
  • On-campus study required on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Applied to non-tuition expenses (e.g., books and supplies, fees, transportation).
  • No scholarship application necessary. Continued eligibility is contingent upon obtaining a 2.0 GPA each semester, remaining continuously enrolled full-time, and studying on-campus on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Commit by May 1 to secure your scholarship.

Some scholarships may not be available to students enrolling for the spring semester.

Alfred State Pioneer Award

Most of our talented, first-time, full-time students entering an associate-degree program are eligible for generous scholarships at the time of admission. Our most prestigious award, valued at $2,500 per year, is granted to students with a GPA of 91.5 or higher. 

Requirements:

  • Must be a New York State resident; specific value will be determined by strength of academic background and funding availability.
  • On-campus study required on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Applied to non-tuition expenses (e.g., books and supplies, fees, transportation).
  • No scholarship application necessary. Continued eligibility is contingent upon obtaining a 2.0 GPA each semester, remaining continuously enrolled full-time, and studying on-campus on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Commit by May 1 to secure your scholarship.

Some scholarships may not be available to students enrolling for the spring semester.

OUT-OF-STATE FREEWAY SCHOLARSHIPS

Alfred State Scholars Out-of-State

Up to $10,950 per year awarded to academically talented first-time and transfer, full-time, residential students entering a baccalaureate-degree program. Just like I-86 makes it easy to find ASC, Freeway Scholarships are your path to becoming a Pioneer, likely for less than tuition in your home state.

Requirements:

  • Must reside and attend high school outside of New York State.
  • Specific value will be determined by strength of academic background and funding availability.
  • On-campus study required on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Award value is subject to change if tuition rates are updated by NYS.
  • No scholarship application necessary. Continued eligibility is contingent upon obtaining a 2.0 GPA each semester, remaining continuously enrolled full-time, living on campus, and studying on-campus on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Commit by May 1 to secure your scholarship.

Some scholarships may not be available to students enrolling for the spring semester.

Alfred State Pioneer Award Out-of-State

Up to $4,940 per year awarded to academically talented first-time and transfer, full-time, residential students entering an associate-degree program. Just like I-86 makes it easy to find ASC, Freeway Scholarships are your path to becoming a Pioneer, likely for less than tuition in your home state.

Requirements:

  • Must reside and attend high school outside of New York State.
  • Specific value will be determined by strength of academic background and funding availability.
  • On-campus study required on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Award value is subject to change if tuition rates are updated by NYS.
  • No scholarship application necessary. Continued eligibility is contingent upon obtaining a 2.0 GPA each semester, remaining continuously enrolled full-time, living on campus, and studying on-campus on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.
  • Commit by May 1 to secure your scholarship.

Some scholarships may not be available to students enrolling for the spring semester.