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FINANCIAL AID
FINANCIAL AID
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available. Any student, regardless of family income, who wants to be considered for federal, NYS, and school financial aid (colleges applied to) grants, work-study, scholarships and loans, should complete the application.
SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS
CVCS Community Sponsored Scholarships
We have a number of scholarships that are sponsored by the Cassadaga Valley and surrounding communities. Notices of these scholarships will be distributed to students as they become available by the high school counselor. These scholarships are awarded at Class Night in June.
Bearach Wilcox Conservation Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Pursuing a career in environmental conservation, wildlife management or related field given preference; copy of NYS hunting license; GPA 2.8
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 Scholarship - Deadline May 1, 2026
High school transcript, letter of recommendation from school or community leader, essay
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Cassadaga Valley Middle/High School PTO Scholarship - Deadline May 8, 2026
A high school senior maintaining a 2.5 GPA or greater, who plans to attend ongoing education either through trade, apprenticeship, or college/university following graduation in any career field. Application, essay, recommendation, & transcript.
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Cassadaga Valley Midget Football League (CVMFL) Scholarship - Deadline May 8, 2026
A high school senior with a GPA of 2.5 or greater, who plans to attend post-high school education through trade, apprenticeship or 2-4 year college/university. Application, essay, recommendation, & transcript.
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Music Boosters' Scholarship - Deadline May 3, 2026
Senior participated in any CVCS music function including chorus, band, Valley Minstrels, musical, Jazz Ensemble, etc.; essay; (2) $500 scholarships available
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Rose Privateer Scholarship - Deadline April 30, 2026
Female continuing her education; Application, essay; $2,000 award
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Local Regional Scholarships
Alice Reding Connell Nursing Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Senior pursing nursing degree; Minimum GPA 2.5 or higher (73-79%); Financial need; Essay (500 words or less)
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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American Legion Scholarship Trust - Deadline April 23, 2026
Intended to assist NYS Veterans, their families, and patriotic students. Application, essay (500 words or less), two letters of recommendations
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Boys & Girls Club of Jamestown Scholarships - Deadline May 4, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m.
Previous/current member of the Boys & Girls Club
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Buffalo Music Hall of Fame Scholarship - Deadline May 15, 2026
Students in grade 12, who are attending public or private schools in Western New York (Erie, Niagara, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus or Allegany counties), and who are studying music, business of music, music therapy or any technical, audio or production aspect of music are eligible.
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Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation - Deadline March 11, 2026
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Chautauqua County Joint Veteran's Council Scholarship - Deadline May 1, 2026
Applicant must be or have a relative who is a paid member of an organization of the Chautauqua County Joint Veteran's Council. Ex. American Legion, VFW, Vietnam Veterans of America, Auxiliary or Son's Organization. Graduating senior enrolled in or in the process of enrolling in an accredited institution.
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Chautauqua County Municipal Clerk's Association - Deadline May 22, 2026
Resident of CHQ. co. enrolling in a higher education program located within NYS, involved in community service, courses of study gov't/civics, political science, education, healthcare or another community/public service-related field, GPA of 3.0 or greater. Application, high school transcript, & short answer about why you feel you should receive the scholarship.
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Chautauqua Fallen Heroes - Deadline April 1, 2026
Senior pursuing law enforcement, firefighter, emergency medical services; academics; volunteerism; financial need; essay
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Chautauqua Lake Fishing Association - Deadline April 22, 2026
Senior studying conservation or the environment
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Chautauqua Region Community Foundation - Available April 15, 2026
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Community Foundation of Greater Buffalo - Deadline May 1, 2026
Attending college full-time at accredited non-profit college, community service, financial need
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Dunkirk Area Labor Council - Deadline April 1, 2026
Senior pursuing an education in trades or manufacturing technology
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Eighth District Federated Garden Clubs - Deadline March 31, 2026
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Family Health Medical Services Health Sciences Award - Due May 8, 2026
Graduating High School Seniors in Chautauqua County.
Applicants must be enrolled full-time to an accredited college to receive a degree in public health, health science, nursing, or another health-related field. Additional information & application
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Jim & Delores Selan Memorial Scholarship - Due April 1, 2026
Studying forestry, ornithology and/or environmentally related majors; must be accepted to Syracuse University or Cornell University; demonstrates a positive attitude; top 1/3 of the graduating class
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Josiah Reagan Cox Memorial Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Graduating senior with strong, intrinsic motivation, driven to pursue goals, committed to making meaningful impact through effort and attitude.
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Matthew Hazelton for Law Enforcement Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Students in northern Chautauqua who wish to pursue a career in law enforcement or criminal justice
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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NYS School Facilities Association - Chautauqua Chapter - Deadline May 8, 2026
High school senior, preference given to students enrolling in or related to building management, repair, maintenance, design, or operations. Application, two letters of recommendation. Mail to Mr. Dean McKnight, Cattaraugus Allegany BOCES, 1825 Windfall Rd., Olean, NY 14760.
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Rev. Cliver & Cliver Sumsky - Deadline April 1, 2026
Student must have been in foster care at some time during his / her life; Student must be 17 years of age or older; Continuing his / her education
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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St. Joseph School for Exceptional Children Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Scottish Rite Scholarship Application (Freemasons of Jamestown) - Deadline April 1, 2026
Graduating senior attending trade, 2-year or 4-year degree program including but not limited to nursing school and police academy. Application, career plans, & essay (200-400 words)
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Soldier's Friend Fenton History Center Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Plan to serve our country as military, ROTC, or supportive civilian capacity. Application, essay - "Why service to our country is important to you", GPA, Community Service or Work History. Submit application to Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St. Jamestown NY 14701 Attn: Vets Finding Vets Program
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Southern Tier Legal Secretaries: Margaret Brodine Scholarship - Deadline April 30, 2026
Senior with emphasis on legal and/or business fields, application, essay: Why you would like to be considered for the scholarship?
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Southwestern Association of Volunteer Firemen - Deadline April 15, 2026 (postmarked)
SWAVF junior member, or related to a Fireman; application, two letters of reference, college acceptance letter, and 300-500 word essay describing community volunteer activities. Additional information: http://www.swavf.com/scholarship.html
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Thomas L. Barresi Memorial Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Senior pursuing a degree in Elementary Education or Business; Accepted at a College/ University within Chautauqua County; Leadership qualities
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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Timothy Ryan Memorial Scholarship - Deadline April 1, 2026
Graduating senior, attending trade or vocational school, career in the trades, and demonstrates 12 points of Boys Scouts of America.
Counseling Office or shared Google folder for application
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NYS & National Scholarships
American Association of State Troopers - Deadline July 31, 2026
Elks National Foundation, Inc. - Legacy Award - Deadline February 2, 2026
Italian-American State Legislators Scholarships - Deadline March 16, 2026
New York Water Environment Association Environmental Career Scholarship - Deadline February 28, 2026
New York Water Environment Association Nicholas J. Bartilucci Environmental Scholarship - Deadline February 28, 2026
Western Chapter NYWEA (science, engineering majors; see Mrs. Torrey for application) - Deadline April 15, 2026
WNY Safety Conference Scholarship - Deadline March 21, 2026
WNY Rural Area Health Education Center Scholarship - Deadline March 23, 2026
WNY Area Scholarships - Multiple scholarships with varied dates
The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire Memorial Scholarship - Applications will be reviewed periodically throughout the academic year.
Aid to Native Americans - Open year round.
Online Scholarship Resources
The following are links to websites with helpful information to assist students with their scholarship searches. Please be cautious when giving personal information over the internet.
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