Manhattan Urban Diversity & Adult Learner Scholarship

Merit and need-based scholarship providing direct tuition support for adult learners and non-traditional students attending the Manhattan campus.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Undergraduate cumulative GPA 3.00+ at SUNY Empire
English language proficiency: Enrolled student status
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Scholarship essay detailing community engagement in NYC
Recommendation letters: One mentor endorsement letter

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $2,500 to $5,000 annual scholarship award
Application fee: $0 scholarship fee
Tuition / joining costs: Direct tuition remission

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

Official university details ↗SUNY Empire Manhattan guide ↗Mentorship ↗Ask us — free ↗

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Empire State University at Manhattan documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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