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John Jay College - Scholarship Application and Search

John Jay College of Criminal Justice offers various institutional scholarships to support our newly admitted and continuing students.  Our scholarships are generally based on strong academic work and a commitment to public service.  Opportunities are available for undergraduate and graduate students.  

All scholarship opportunities are administered in accordance with the institution’s non-discrimination policies and are open to all students who meet the stated criteria, regardless of a student’s race, color, national origin, sex, gender, physical ability, political or religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or other characteristics.
Explore the wide range of scholarships we offer.


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College Scholarships

The 2025-26 Jeffrey Kroessler Memorial Scholarship is now open. 
Deadline is February 28, 2026.

The 2025-26 Student Council Scholarship is now open. Deadline is March 13, 2026. 

The General Scholarship application will reopen during the Spring 2026 term for  2026-27 opportunities.

Any submitted and complete 2025-26 applications are being reviewed at this time.
  

Commencement Awards

The 2025-26 Commencement Awards application is OPEN for students who meet the official graduation requirements for the Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Winter 2026, or Spring 2026 term.  Deadline is February 20, 2026.

ATTENTION NEWLY-ADMITTED STUDENTS:

The general application is intended for currently enrolled John Jay students. 
Newly admitted students (for Spring 2026) will be contacted directly about scholarships.    

LOGIN Instructions: 
Please sign in using your John Jay College email username and password (not CUNYfirst credentials). 
Please note that  other supplemental applications may also appear based on eligibility.   
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