CCF Study Post College/Graduate Scholarship Applications deadlines for the 2027-28 academic year
December 1, 2026
March 1, 2027
June 1, 2027
September 1, 2027
Eligibility
- Applicants must be students who will study for one (1) semester or two (2) consecutive semesters at an accredited college or university.
- Applicants must be of at least 25% Italian heritage.
- Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 or 88% or B+.
- Consideration will be given to candidates with demonstrated financial needs, and an earning ceiling will be applied.
Summary of Requirements for Applicants for Post College/Graduate Scholarship
- ALL requested documentation must be uploaded to the Scholar’s App (Link to come).
- The applicant’s FAFSA Submission Summary must be provided and the most recent Federal Tax Return documents for self and/or parents.
- OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT – most recent completed academic term
- 1 ESSAY: (ESSAY TOPIC IS ON THE APPLICATION)
- All aspects of the written essays will be considered, including supporting details and mechanics
- 3 RECOMMENDATION LETTERS:
- TWO MUST be from the current teachers and/or counselors.
- ONE may be from community members, counselors, or another person who can speak to the applicant’s current academic merits and/or extracurricular and community service activities.
- RECOMMENDATIONS FROM CCF MEMBERS/STAFF, FRIENDS OR FAMILY MEMBERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
