John Jay College Of Criminal Justice | The City University of New York

To help support the learning experiences of our academically talented current undergraduate students, John Jay offers many scholarship opportunities:

- BA/MA Research Scholarship
- Gary Boccia Memorial Scholarship (Forensic Science)
- Faculty and Staff Memorial Scholarship
- Nancy Flynn Scholarship
- International Student Scholarship
- Captain Edward Leuchs Scholarship
- Thurgood Marshall Scholarship
- William Pace Scholarship
- Maria I. Ramirez Memorial Scholarship
- Rising Sophomore Scholarship
- Study Abroad Scholarship
- Solon E. Summerfield Scholarship
- Undergraduate Research Scholarship
- Upper Division Scholarship
- The Young Scholars Award

Only one application required
To be considered for any of the above scholarships, you will need to complete the John Jay College General Scholarship Application, submit two letters of recommendation, and a short biographical personal statement (no more than 250 words).  This application should only be submitted to the Office of Scholarships once.  Each scholarship will require a separate essay and may ask for additional materials.

The deadline for all Fall 2009 Scholarship Applications is Monday, December 7, 2009.

To learn more about these scholarships and the application process, please contact Michael Scaduto, Scholarship Coordinator, 212-237-8872, Room 1285N, scholarships@jjay.cuny.edu.

Current Undergraduate Scholarships for 2009-2010

BA/MA Research Scholarship
If you are a BA/MA student in at least your fourth year of study, you may be eligible for the BA/MA Research Scholarship in the amount of $4,000. This scholarship may be awarded only once in a student’s academic career.

In a 700-word essay, please describe your research project for a lay audience. Please be sure that your essay responds to the following issues:

• Includes your hypothesis and methodology
• Is your research independent and/or part of a larger project? If so, explain.
• What single aspect of the whole research experience do you (expect to) find most exciting?
• How does (or doesn't) it further your long-term research goals or career plans?
• Does it have any larger significance outside of your own academic life? Explain.

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 700-word essay (topic above)
• A letter of recommendation from your supervising faculty member
• A research budget, if applicable
• Proof of IRB Approval must be included if required to conduct research

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

Gary Boccia Memorial Scholarship
The Gary Boccia Memorial Scholarship is awarded to one Forensic Science major (part-time or full-time) who has completed a minimum of 60 credits and has earned at least a 3.0 GPA in the amount of $500.  To be considered, you must have completed or be currently enrolled in an internship with an accredited Forensic Science laboratory.

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 500-word essay covering your experiences in the Forensic Science major and future aspirations

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

Faculty and Staff Memorial Scholarship
The Faculty and Staff Memorial Scholarship is awarded to one student who has completed at least 30 credits at John Jay College and has earned a minimum of a 3.3 GPA in the amount of $1,000. 

Applicants must meet at least one of the below requirements:

• Child of a John Jay Employee
• Child of a New York City Employee
• A New York City Employee

Essay Topic:

In an essay of 500 words, please explore the topic: “Working for the public good.”  What does public service mean to you?  How do your major and future aspirations reflect your commitment to the public good?

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 500-word essay (topic above)

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009. 

Nancy Flynn Scholarship
The Nancy Flynn Scholarship is awarded to one female student who is at least 25 years of age and has resumed her education after at least five years away from high school or college.  The scholarship amount is $500 (In two, $250 installments).

To be eligible for consideration, you must:

• Have earned between 16 and 61 credits
• Have a minimum of a 3.2 GPA
• Be female

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 400-word essay covering the importance of a college education and your future career aspirations in the criminal justice field.

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

International Student Scholarship
If you are an international student who has completed 30 credits of course work with a minimum GPA of 3.35, you may be eligible for an international student scholarship of $2,000.  This scholarship may be awarded only once in a student’s academic career.

In an essay of 250 words, please discuss the following:

• Why you chose to enroll at John Jay College of Criminal Justice
• Courses that you have enjoyed taking
• Your professional aspirations
• How you expect to use your education either in your country of origin or in the U.S.

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 250-word essay (topic above)

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

Captain Edward Leuchs Scholarship
The Captain Edward Leuchs Scholarship is awarded to one full-time student with a minimum of a 3.2 GPA in the amount of $1,000.  Eligible applicants must be from a developing nation and plan to pursue a career in law enforcement or public service.  

In an essay of 250 words, please discuss the following (Please choose one of the below topics):

Topic 1 - What differences have you observed in the way you live and study between your nation of origin and your life in the U.S.? How have you negotiated or handled these differences? Explain and provide examples.

or

Topic 2 - Compare and contrast the system of justice in your nation of origin with that of the United States.  What are the key differences?  Are there any practices common to both nations?

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 250-word essay (topics above)

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

The Thurgood Marshall Scholarship
Through the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship, you are encouraged to:

• Pursue a career or further studies in the legal field
• Engage in political and legal activism
• Strive for academic excellence
• Foster an awareness of the issues poor and minority people in the Criminal Justice System face

To be eligible for consideration, you will need have completed at least 24 credits with a minimum GPA of 3.4. In addition, you must have completed or be currently enrolled in at least one ethnic studies course or law course concentrating on the plight of minorities or disadvantaged people in the criminal justice system (Eligible courses available on Application Supplement).

This scholarship may be awarded only once in a student’s academic career. Full-time students receive $1,000 scholarships and part-time students receive $500 scholarships.

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 500-word essay (Topics available on Application Supplement)

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

William Pace Scholarship (United States Department of Treasury)
The William Pace Scholarship is awarded to one full-time student with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and at least 28 credits completed at John Jay College.  Eligible candidates must a dependent of a U.S. Treasury Department employee.  The scholarship amount is $1,000.

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 500-word essay covering the importance of a college education and your future career aspirations in the criminal justice field
• Verification of parent’s employment at U.S. Department of Treasury
• Proof of dependency (copy of parent’s most recent tax return)

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.  

Maria I. Ramirez Memorial Scholarship
This $1,600 scholarship ($800 per semester) is awarded to a female student who works full-time and attends John Jay College pursuing a bachelor’s degree.

To be eligible for consideration, you must:

• Have completed at least 12 credits at John Jay
• Passed all three CUNY Placement exams
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5
• Be female

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 500-word essay covering the importance of a college education and your future career aspirations in the criminal justice field.

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.  

Rising Sophomore Scholarship
If you have completed 15-29 credits and a minimum GPA of 3.5, you may be eligible for the Rising Sophomore Scholarship in the amount of $1,000. This scholarship may be awarded only once in a student’s academic career.

In an essay of 300 words, please describe your first-year experience at John Jay College and your future aspirations.

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 300-word essay (Topic above)  

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.  

Study Abroad Scholarship
Have you been approved for a study abroad opportunity, but require further financial support?  The Study Abroad Scholarship promotes student participation in international studies.  If approved by the Scholarship Committee, students can receive up to a maximum of $1,000.

Interested students must meet the following criteria:

• Sophomore and above standing
• GPA of 3.0 and above
• Participation in an approved study abroad program (either through International Studies or faculty advisor)

Applicants must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• Program confirmation and details
• An estimated budget
• A 300-word essay describing the study abroad program, need for support, and how this experience will add to your studies

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.  

Solon E. Summerfield Scholarship
The Solon E. Summerfield Scholarship is awarded to one graduating senior earning a baccalaureate degree.  It covers the cost of in-state tuition and fees for the final semester of study.

Essay Topic:

“Looking Back, Looking Forward”

In an essay of 500 words, please provide us with an overview of your academic career at John Jay College.  How have you changed since you began John Jay?  What have you gained from your experiences?  Do you have any regrets, missed opportunities?  What are your future aspirations?

To apply, you must:

• Be graduating with a baccalaureate degree (must provide proof of pending graduation)
• Have 3.2 GPA or better
• Be registered for courses required to graduate
• Submit a complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• Submit a 500-word essay (topic above)

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.   

Upper Division Scholarship
If you have completed at least 45 credits with a minimum GPA of 3.35, you may be eligible for an Upper Division Scholarship of $2,000. This scholarship may be awarded only once in a student’s academic career.

In an essay of 500 words, please describe:

• Why you chose to attend John Jay College of Criminal Justice
• A course or experience that has inspired you
• Your future academic and professional aspirations

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 500-word essay (topic above)

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

Undergraduate Research Scholarship
If you are an undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.2 and 60 earned credits, you may be eligible for the Undergraduate Research Scholarship in the amount of $1,500. This scholarship may be awarded only once in a student’s academic career.

In a 500-word essay, please describe your research project for a lay audience. Please be sure that your essay responds to the following issues:

• Includes your hypothesis and methodology
• Is your research independent and/or part of a larger project? If so, explain.
• What single aspect of the whole research experience do you (expect to) find most exciting?
• How does (or doesn't) it further your long-term research goals or career plans?
• Does it have any larger significance outside of your own academic life? Explain.

To apply, you must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A 500-word essay (topic above)
• A letter of recommendation from your supervising faculty member
• A research budget, if applicable
• Proof of IRB Approval must be included if required to conduct research

The application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

The Young Scholars Award
Are you interested in presenting your research at a conference but lack the appropriate funding?  The Young Scholars Award promotes student participation at scholarly conferences.

Interested undergraduate and graduate students must submit:

• A complete John Jay College General Scholarship Application
• A short abstract of the presentation (1 – 2 pages)
• A copy of your faculty approved paper or research
• One letter of nomination/recommendation (must be from a John Jay faculty member)
• Proof of participation in a conference (i.e. preliminary program)
• An estimated budget (including travel expenses)

Applications can also be submitted retroactively, after you have participated in a conference.

If approved by the Scholarship Committee, students can receive up to a maximum of $1,000.

The Fall 2009 application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2009.

Only one application required
To be considered for any of the above scholarships, you will need to complete the John Jay College General Scholarship Application, submit two letters of recommendation, and a short biographical personal statement (no more than 250 words).  This application should only be submitted to the Office of Scholarships once.  Each scholarship will require a separate essay and may ask for additional materials.

The deadline for all Fall 2009 Scholarship Applications is Monday, December 7, 2009.

To learn more about these scholarships and the application process, please contact Michael Scaduto, Scholarship Coordinator, 212-237-8872, Room 1285N, scholarships@jjay.cuny.edu.