CTE, PTECH, or Work Study student pursuing further education.

The Acoustic MegaJam was founded in May of 2017, just 5 short months after its founders, Rob & Angela Earle, had learned of the passing of their dear young friend who tragically took his own life. The MegaJam may have started as an outlet for grief and sadness, but the reason we continue is just the opposite: hope and optimism. The hope that together we can learn to be better for one another.

The vision of the Acoustic MegaJam is quite simple-Everyone comes back. Tomorrow, in a week, in a year, or for your 10-year reunion. Everyone comes back! 

Our mission is based on four things-love, courage, mental health, and music. If you love someone, have the courage to talk to them about their mental health...and a little music never hurts anything.

This scholarship is available to any currently enrolled CTE, P-TECH, or Work Study student. Interested students may apply here.

***Available to any CiTi Senior attending post-secondary education.***

This scholarship was established on May 22, 1991 in memory of Dr. Burton Ramer who served as District Superintendent of Oswego County BOCES for more than 20 years. Dr. Ramer was an advocate for increased educational opportunities for all students in Oswego County. This is an annual scholarship opportunity. Any CiTi CTE senior in good standing who has been accepted into a post-secondary program that leads to at least an Associate’s degree may apply here.

*** Available to CiTi Seniors pursuing a career in the automotive industry.***

This scholarship is in memory of Dylan Blair who was a former Automotive Technology student in Mr. Perkins's class. The recipient of this award is an Oswego County high school student planning to pursue a career in the automotive industry. This recipient, in similar fashion to Dylan Blair, demonstrates a lifelong passion, dedication and dream to work in the automotive field. The recipient of this award will help Dylan’s family share Dylan’s desire to help others as well as his love of working on cars, trucks and anything mechanical. This will ensure that Dylan’s memory will live on. Interested students may apply here.

***Available to any CTE senior pursuing a career and/or training in the Construction Industry.***

The Emerging Skills Award was established in January 2021 with the support of Philip "Flip" Purvis. Mr. Purvis very successfully started and ran his company "Service with Purvis" for 35 years. "Service with Purvis" was primarily a construction company that serviced Oswego and surrounding areas. The intent of the award is to focus on students who attend class with a positive attitude, prepared to learn, and exhibit a strong work ethic.

The award recipient will be recognized for showing passion and knowledge of their craft and their dedication to hard work. This award is meant to recognize the most productive CTE students.
In accordance with the guidelines established by Board Resolution, a $1,000 annual scholarship will be awarded to 3 worthy and needy CiTi students who meet the criteria of the selection committee.

Interested students may apply here.

***This scholarship is intended for CTE Seniors intending to pursue a career in Nursing or earn a CDL license.***

***Available to any CiTi Junior or Senior.***

The Bluefors Top 3 Scholarship was established in the fall of 2019. The award is presented to a CTE, P-TECH or Work-Study student who shows high knowledge in their craft area, is a top student and demonstrates a strong background in their skilled trades. The intention is to focus on students who have or will make a difference in the field, reward and recognize students who show passion and knowledge of their craft, leadership qualities and possession of a strong work ethic. The award will shine light on our most driven students.

In accordance with the guidelines established by Board Resolution, two annual scholarships or more shall be awarded to a worthy Junior or Senior student who meets the criteria of the selection committee. Selection shall be made from the applications, personal interviews and letters of recommendation. Interested students may apply here.

***Available to any CTE student.***

The Spike Nolan “What are you waiting for” Scholarship was established in the spring of 2017 in memory of Floyd “Spike” Nolan who was an instructor at Oswego County BOCES and who taught Small Engines for more than twenty years. Spike was a strong advocate for students to strive to the best of their ability. The intent of the scholarship is to improve the opportunities for CiTi students with strong entrepreneurial aspirations, plans for secondary education or self-improvement. Interested students may apply here.

Nearly 500 scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year will be awarded to students training to become automotive, heavy duty or collision repair technicians.For more information and to apply, please visit the Automotive Aftermarket Scholarships Central website.

As a part of our mission to educate and assist those who desire to become Certified Nursing Assistants across the country, we are now offering a scholarship to aspiring CNAs. Our goal is to help students find CNA classes, gain CNA skills, and help spread knowledge about the process of becoming a CNA. Applicants can apply for the scholarship here.

The CNY STEM Scholarship Program was designed by Partners for Education & Business (PEB) and the CNY STEM Hub to support CNY high school seniors who plan to pursue a college degree in a STEM-related field. Residents of Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, and Tompkins counties are eligible to apply, and preference is given to those attending a NYS higher education institution. Each scholarship provides financial assistance in varying amounts and an internship.

Interested students may apply here.

Bryant & Stratton Scholarships

These awards will be presented by Bryant & Stratton Admissions Representative, Mr. Matthew Pantoja. She may be reached at mpantoja@bryantstratton.edu or 

(315)-472-6603 ext. 3521. Further information regarding Bryant & Stratton Scholarships can be found here.

Lincoln Technical Institute

The Lincoln Technical Institute scholarship is open to any high school senior who is considering or planning on attending Lincoln Tech.

Ohio Technical College

Several scholarships are available to high school seniors intending to attend Ohio Technical College. Visit their page here to view the various scholarships available.

Most Valuable Student Award

The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2024 competition. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.

Ranging from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.

Interested students may apply here.

Legacy Award

Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Eligibility requirements and the application can be found here. The 2024 contest and application closes on November 13, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

Emergency Educational Grants

Emergency Educational Grants provide undergraduate college financial assistance to children of deceased or totally disabled Elks in the form of renewable, one-year grants of up to $5,000. The grant is for educational assistance only and is not intended to cover the entire cost of a college education.

Grant amounts are based on the information submitted in the application and can range up to $5,000. More information and the application can be found here.

The Gerard J. Buckenmeyer FASNY Volunteer Scholarship program is made possible each June through the generous donations of individuals, fire departments and auxiliaries. The awards recognize exemplary members of the youth fire service who also contribute to their communities. The scholarship application can be found here. 

Are you a student planning to graduate from a BOCES program, trade school, or high school in 2026? Do you plan to enter the contruction or excavation industry after you graduate, and have an interest in safety? If you answered yes, consider applying for UGig NY's Jump Start Award. This cash award is an initiative of UDig NY's Damage Prevention Counsils (DPCs). At least eight $500 awards will be available across UDig NY's DPC regions in 2026. BOCES, trade school, and high school students who live and study in Upstate New York and are graduating in 2026, are eligible to apply. Interested students may apply here.

That’s right—we’re giving away $1,000,000 for this year’s Work Ethic Scholarship Program. Through this program, we recognize people who understand the importance of work ethics, personal responsibility, delayed gratification, and a positive attitude. These are hardworking men and women who will keep the lights on, water running, and air flowing. These are people who show up early, stay late, and bust their asses day in and out. It’s not for everyone. Hard workers are hard to find, but we know you’re out there. Students may apply here.

Navy     

NROTC - Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps

NUPOC - Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate or Enlisted Nuclear Program

CECP - Nave Civil Engineering Collegiate Program

Navy Chaplain, Religious Services Officer

HPSP - Health Professions Scholarship Program

USNA - Naval Academy 

Marine Corps

The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides scholarships to eligible children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen, Chaplains, and Religious Program Specialists. Scholarships are for children pursuing a post-secondary education at any accredited school-whether that be a trade school, career training school, community college, or four-year university. Scholarships are also available for CTE non-degree certificate programs. For more information regarding the Career and Technical Education Program, please refer to the CTE brochure.

All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements. To apply, please visit the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation website.

The New York Credit Union Association awards scholarships to be paid jointly to the student and educational institution. The funds may be used towards tuition, room & board, books, school supplies, etc. 

To be eligible, the member must be in good standing of a participating New York Credit Union (such as the Oswego County Federal Credit Union) who meets the following criteria:

• The member is a college-bound high school senior.
• The member is attending college for the first time in the fall of 2026.
• The member will be enrolled in either a two- or four-year accredited educational institution. 

Interested applicants can begin the application process here.

The mission of New York Farm Bureau is "Supporting today’s agricultural needs and creating member opportunities for tomorrow through advocacy and education." The forward-looking NYFB vision is "The voice of New York agriculture that unites a diverse farm community and builds a stronger food system and rural economy." Farm Bureau is a non-governmental, volunteer organization financed and controlled by member families for the purpose of solving economic and public policy issues challenging the agricultural industry.

New York Farm Bureau is encouraging high school seniors who have been involved with agriculture and plan on continuing studies in this field to apply for the New York Farm Bureau Agricultural Youth Scholarship. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in the year the scholarship is offered, who will continue their education to prepare for a career in some way connected to the diverse agricultural industry; live or work on a farm or be involved with agriculture via any avenue; family Farm Bureau membership or student Farm Bureau membership is required and may accompany application. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

New York high school seniors who are graduating and interested in pursuing a career related to agriculture can apply for the New York Farm Bureau's Agricultural Scholarship. Interested students can find more information and apply here.

In an effort to help further the education of high school students, the Oswego Teachers E. Federal Credit Union is offering scholarships to students who are members of the credit union and a high school senior at the time of application. They will be competing for one (1) of seven (7) $500 scholarships and one (1) $1,000 scholarship offered by the Oswego E. Teachers Federal Credit Union. We are designating two (2) scholarships per school district and one (1) county wide scholarship. Applicants will be judged on academic performance, extra-curricular and community activities, references, and personal goals. Students may apply by visiting the website here.

Scholarship Guidance was created in 2011 to help students find scholarship opportunities for the upcoming school year. Their scholarship database is used by high schools and post-secondary schools across the nation. Here you will find a list of Scholarships. CiTi students are eligible for many of the scholarships listed.

Paying for post-secondary education, including beauty school, can be a challenge for many people. However, LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning people, and others who identify as part of this community) students may have an even more difficult time affording school. This is largely due to experiencing higher rates of housing insecurity and less stable support systems than their straight, cisgender peers.

However, college or trade school doesn't need to be out of reach for LGBTQ+ learners. Many scholarships and grants are available to help pay for tuition, books, and other expenses.

This guide will explore a variety of scholarships available for LGBTQ+ students interested in pursuing vocational education.