Scholarship Opportunity

John J. Murphy Family Scholarship

Offered by Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation

Four-year award favoring nursing, engineering, or business study in the Olean region.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Eligibility

  • Pursue a bachelor's degree; nursing, engineering, and business receive preference.
  • First preference is for Olean-area high schools, then specified Cattaraugus and Allegany County, NY, and McKean and Potter County, PA, high schools.
  • Selection considers academics, school and community participation, leadership, and financial need; Dresser-Rand employee or retiree family connections receive preference.

Requirements

  • Create a CRCF portal account, check which application matches the fund, and request counselor and reference materials.

How to Apply

  1. 1Check this fund's current eligibility in the CRCF directory.
  2. 2Use the CRCF portal when it opens January 26, 2027; confirm the application and deadline.