Amount: Varies

Deadline: April 1, 2026

See information flier below or in the Counseling office

• Be a graduating senior from Cato-Meridian High School.

• Have participated in at least two seasons of a Cato-Meridian athletic program during high school.

• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.

• Demonstrate school spirit, teamwork, and community involvement.

• Plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college, trade school after graduation.

Amount: $500

Deadline: April 15, 2026

Application below or come to the Counseling Office

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in or what their capacity in that sport is.

Amount: $500

Deadline: June 19, 2026

Application can be found online at BigSun Athletics

The MMB Accounting Diversity Scholarship was created to provide financial assistance to students from underrepresented backgrounds who plan to pursue a career in accounting — a field that continues to benefit from increased diversity and inclusion.

Amount: up to $10,000

Deadline: May 1, 2026

Apply at MMB Accounting Diversity Scholarship

Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential.

Amounts and deadlines vary, please visit Horatio Alger Scholarships for a list of available scholarships and criteria. 

This scholarship will be awarded to a college or techinical school-bound special education student with an active IEP or 504 plan from a NYSIR-member school district to reward him or her for working through special challenges to complete high school and obtain acceptance to a college or univeristy. 

Amount: Varies

Deadline: April 2, 2026

Applications can be found below or in the Counseling office

This scholarship will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated an inspired imagination and creative aesthetic in his or her school, and who is seeking an opportunity to attend college. 

Amount: Varies

Deadline: April 2, 2026

Application can be found below or in the Counseling office

This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from the NYSIR subscriber district who plans to attend college in New York State. More criteria can be found on the application.

Amount: Varies

Deadline: April 2, 2026

Applications can be found below or in the Counseling office

Successful applicants must be graduating high school seniors who intend to enroll in a 2 or 4-year degree program in the agricultural sciences or an agriculturally-related field (examples are listed on the application).

Amount: $750

Deadline: April 15, 2026

Abbott and Fenner are committed to continuing theri efforts at helping those who have a desire and ambition to succeed.

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: June 10, 2026

Applications can be found by visiting the Abbott and Fenner Scholarship page. 

Amount – Full tuition to Cayuga Community College

Deadline: April 1, 2026

See information flier below or in the Counseling office

Amount – Varies based on credits taken

Deadline: July 15, 2026

See informational flier below or in the Counseling office

The Scholarship Committee of the Cayuga-Onondaga Retirees of NYSUT (CORN) will award five CORN General Scholarships this year. Students who are eligible, may apply for one of the scholarships.

Eligibility: To qualify for an award, an applicant must be a graduating senior from a public high school in the Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES District and be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited program or a two-year or four-year institution at the time of the award. Each applicant must be sponsored by a current member of CORN who taught in
their district. For CORN membership information contact atacorn21@gmail.com.

Amount: $500

Deadline: April 24, 2026

Application can be found below or in the Counseling office

Must be a graduating senior intending to pursue a degree or vocational program in a field related to Facility Management. Building trade schools; most engineering and architecture disciplines do qualify. If unsure please contact us by email to clarify.

Amount: $2,000

Deadline: March 20, 2026

Applications can be found below or in the Counseling office

Each year, the Cayuga‐Onondaga Association of Educational Office Personnel Scholarship Committee awards a scholarship to a student planning to pursue a degree in business or information technology career.

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: April 10, 2026

Applications can be found below or in the Counseling office.

The Knights of Columbus #207 Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship, will be awarded to two well-rounded high school seniors and/or continuing education adults who have consistently demonstrated a Christian attitude, through word and example, and are actively involved in their parish, school, and community. They should be driven to make a difference in the world while positively impacting the lives of others.

Amount: $500

Deadline: April 24, 2026

Applications can be found below or in the Counseling office

Sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion in memory of former member and Air Force Veteran, Quentin Smith Sr.

Amount: $500

Deadline: May 1, 2026

Applications can be found attached below or in the Counseling office

Career and Technical Scholarships offered through the Horatio Alger Association.

Amount: Varies

Deadline: June 15, 2026

Information and applications can be found on the Horatio Alger Association website

This scholarship is provided through Tony Gucciardi and the Cayuga County Counselor Association. 

Deadline: May 1, 2026

Applications can be found below or in the Counseling Office