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CCF Scholarship Applications Open

November 5, 2026 – February 11, 2027, for the 2027-28 academic year

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL APPLICANTS

HIGH SCHOOL – COLLEGE – MEDICAL SCHOOL

MUST Apply for a scholarship within the given timeframe with ALL documentation uploaded by 11:59 p.m. EST FEBRUARY 11, 2027
- Tax forms
- Transcript
- Recommendations
Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered, and NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.
ALL applications must be submitted via the Scholar’s App. NO OTHER SCHOLARSHIP PLATFORMS OR EMAIL SUBMISSION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
MUST contact hello@scholarsapp.com with application issues.
NO documentation can be uploaded to the Scholar’s App by any person affiliated with CCF.
Final decision on all awards rests exclusively with the Columbus Citizens Foundation.
Final decisions will be communicated via email.
Scholarships are awarded for a four-year period, providing that awardees continue to be eligible to receive funding.
- Provide updated transcript and are in good academic standing
  - 88%, B+, 3.5 average
  - ALL SCHOLARHIP RECIPIENTS MUST COMPLETE THE ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP REPORT BY DEADLINE. This report will be directly emailed to all scholarship recipients.
Students who are awarded a scholarship MUST sign the CCF General Terms & Conditions
Funds are sent directly to the school of choice.
Recipients are expected to remain in contact with donors and/or the Columbus Citizens Foundation, which may include opportunities for mentorship, internships, and participation in the Columbus Citizens Foundation Young Adult Auxiliary.
Questions will be answered ONLY via email (scholarships@columbuscitizens.org)

IMPORTANT DATES: Subject to Change

ONLY applications with ALL documentation received from November 5, 2026, through February 11, 2027, will be considered.
ONLY students moving forward in the selection process will be notified for an interview via email in March.
Interviews will be conducted in person or online during the month of April.
The final selection will be made in May.
Upon receiving a scholarship award, the applicant is required to submit ALL additional documentation to complete the acceptance process within the time established by the CCF in May.
Award Ceremony will take place on TBD at the CCF. All recipients are expected to attend.

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Our scholarship programs grew out of a desire to improve the lives of Italian Americans. Between 1880 and 1920, over four million Italians immigrated to the United States. Our parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents were among them. Today, over 20 million Americans claim Italian heritage. Since 1984, CCF has disbursed nearly $40 million in scholarships to students of Italian heritage who show success in their studies and involvement in their communities. We award these exceptional students with multi-year scholarships.

SUPPORT OUR SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

A contribution to our general scholarship fund provides valuable tuition assistance to deserving Italian American students. A gift of any amount ensures our continuing investment in the education of our CCF Scholars, who you can learn more about, and watch interviews with former scholarship recipients, here.

Columbus Citizens Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation is fully tax-deductible to the extent provided under IRS regulations. Columbus Citizens Foundation’s EIN is: 13-6118967.

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