Scholarship Opportunity

William Jackson Hawley Scholarship

Offered by Rochester Area Community Foundation

Need-based Rochester-area award for students whose parent recently died of cancer or is receiving cancer treatment, helping them continue a bachelor's degree.

Minimum GPA3.0+
EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student

Eligibility

  • Reside in Monroe County and attend college full-time there, or graduate from a Monroe County high school and continue to college.
  • Have at least a 3.0 GPA and financial need arising from a parent's cancer illness or death.

Requirements

  • Complete the foundation's consolidated scholarship application and provide the fund-specific information requested.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Rochester Area Community Foundation scholarship portal during the published December 1–February 28 application window.
  2. 2Confirm the next cycle and review the fund page for award and renewal conditions.