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A list of scholarship opportunities to which our office devotes significant attention and for which Colgate has formalized application processes.

Many of the opportunities on this page require the student to be nominated by Colgate. 

There are numerous awards open to underclassmen and those looking for post-baccalaureate experiences. It is possible, and often desirable, to apply for multiple scholarships during your college years and beyond.

Click any individual opportunity to see information about its requirements, deadlines, and benefits, including a link to the foundation website.

Advising on the Application Process

Getting carefully considered and comprehensive advising is very important when deciding which of these opportunities are a good fit for you and your interests, so please be sure to contact the Office of National Fellowships and Scholarships to start the conversation and application process early.

Deadlines

Please note that Colgate's campus deadlines are earlier — often months earlier — than the foundations' deadlines, so interested applicants should prepare well in advance.

FELLOWSHIP SEARCH

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Current Year Of Study
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  • SMART Scholarship Program

    The SMART (Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation) Scholarship-for-Service Program is a 1.5- to 5-year fully-funded scholarship for students pursuing an undergraduate or advanced STEM degree.

    Applicants must be:

    • a citizen of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or United Kingdom at time of application
    • 18 years of age or older as of August 1, 2025
    • able to complete at least one summer internship at a DoD facility
    SMART Scholarship Website

  • St. Andrew's Society of the State of New York Scholarships

    Provides $35,000 for use toward graduate study at a Scottish university.

    Final deadline: December 15

    • Be a current senior at the time of application
    • Have a strong rationale to conduct graduate work in Scotland
    • Demonstrate academic achievement, clarity of purpose, and community engagement
    • Be a US citizen of Scottish descent
    • Need financial assistance to fund graduate school
    • Apply separately for admission to the program(s) of your choice in Scotland
    • Be nominated by Colgate.
    St. Andrew's Website

  • Teach in China

    Provides opportunities for teachers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom or the United States of America to live and work in China for one year.
     
    Applicants must:

    • Be a native speaker of English
    • Be a citizen of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom or the United States of America
    • Be between 20 and 55 years of age
    • Have a Bachelor's degree or above
    Teach in China IIE Webpage