Seneca Scholarships - Scholarships

Directions to complete any of the scholarships below.

Click on the name of the scholarship. This will bring you to either the scholarship application or the scholarship site.
Print the application or complete it on the scholarship site.
Make sure you gather all the supplemental materials needed (ie. Letters of recommendation, official transcript).
Mail or email the completed application with supplemental materials PRIOR to the due date!

Please see Mrs. Gardner in the counseling office for assistance with completing any of these applications. Mrs. Dzwill will print out your official transcript and Mrs. Gardner will print your letters of recommendation for your application.

Please let Mrs. Gardner know if you receive a scholarship. Scholarships will be announced during Seneca's academic achievement award ceremony in June.

Rowan College at Burlington County

If you've come this far, you've done half the work already. Find out how to qualify and apply for RCBC and outside scholarships

Foundation 649 - Deadline March 1, 2026

Foundation 649 is a 501c3 that discovers and empowers young, talented Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who are actively elevating and serving their communities across the country.

New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Association - Deadline March 31, 2026

Serve as the emergency manager, emergency management staff member, of your municipal, county, or State agency in good standing.
Complete the Standard or Experience NJCEM application within the ten (10) months prior to the closing date of the scholarship application.
Submission of your NJCEM application to NJEMA for the 2026 Scholarship must be between: May 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026
Note: The NJCEM is a commitment to your community in time as well as money. This scholarship can serve as a reimbursement for those who have completed the application and received certification prior to the application or can be used to pay for a pending application. If the scholarship is not used within the six months of award, it will be forfeited.
Attend the New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Conference at least twice in the past five (5) years. Applicants should plan on attending this year’s conference as one of the two.
Scholarships will be limited to ten (10) per year.
This scholarship does not guarantee certification as a NJCEM, it is intended only to provide some financial support to those applicants selected by NJEMA.
This scholarship is only available to individuals completing the NJCEM process without financial support from their local jurisdiction. Agencies will not be reimbursed.
Application must be submitted by March 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Garden Club of NJ Scholarships - Deadline February 5, 2026.

The Pinelands Garden Club of Medford, NJ, is continuing to offer a one-year, $ 1,500 scholarship to one or two graduating seniors from our local high schools in the Lenape Regional High School District. Any graduating senior is eligible to apply if he/she is planning to obtain a 2- or 4-year degree with the intent to pursue a career in any of the fields listed below.

Must be majoring in one of the following fields of study: Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design, Botany, Plant Pathology, Agronomy, Environmental Science, City Planning, Land Management, Ecology, Sustainable Agriculture, and related subjects.

There are three parts to this application, all of which must be submitted together:

1) The completed and signed 14-question application form.

2) The student’s high school transcript.

3) A letter written by the applicant.

4) (Optional, but highly recommended) Letter of Recommendation or News Article.

If you are applying for this scholarship, please let Mrs. Gardner know!

2026 Jewish Community Foundation Scholarship - Deadline Friday, March 6, 2026.

There are multiple scholarships listed on the Jewish Community Foundation, Inc. page. A list of available scholarships can be found by scrolling to the bottom of the website.

To apply for the scholarship, students must create an account on this page. https://scholarsapp.com/scholarship/the-jewish-community-foundation-scholarship-awards

Local Residents: An applicant's home residence must be in Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester County in Southern New Jersey (exception: JWV Post 126 Award, where the applicant may live outside of the tri-county area, but is a child or grandchild of a JWV Post 126 member in good standing). Applicants may attend a post-high school education program outside of the tri-county area.

Candidates Who Qualify Based on Award Criteria: To determine which award(s) to apply for, a prospective applicant should review each award's criteria and apply accordingly. Note that criteria can vary per award based on such requirements as an applicant's age, merit vs. financial need, gender, etc. Most, but not all, awards are for applicants of the Jewish faith. An applicant may apply to multiple awards each year.

New Jersey NJFood Council - Deadline April 17, 2026.

Do you work or have family members who work at any of the following companies?

NJFC (New Jersey Food Council) President’s Scholarship - In Honor of Jim McCaffrey III - $5,000
NJFC Founders Scholarship - $5,000
NJFC Michael Rothwell PQM Scholarship - $5,000
NJFC Student Scholarship - $5,000
NJFC Thomas Infusino Scholarship - $5,000
NJFC Scholarships – (3 Scholarships @ $2,500 each)
NJFC Bill Sumas Emerging Leader Scholarship - $2,500
Acme Markets/Kings Food Markets Scholarship – Acme Markets/Kings Food Markets Employees and Family Members – (3 Scholarships @ $2,500 each)
Abe Glass Memorial Scholarship – Team Member Employed at Glass Gardens - $5,000
Ben Glass Memorial Scholarship – Team Member Employed at Glass Gardens - $5,000
Glass Gardens ShopRites – Team Member Employed at Glass Gardens - (4 Scholarships @ $2,500 each)
Lawrence R. Inserra Memorial Scholarships – Inserra Supermarket Employees and Family Members – (2 Scholarships @ $5,000, 2 Scholarships @ $2,500 each)
Ronald S. and Kathleen Murphy Community Scholarship – Murphy’s Fresh Markets Employees and Family Members or High School Seniors at Cherokee, Lenape, Seneca or Shawnee High Schools or Students from Burlington County Institute of Technology - $2,500
Robert Powell Memorial Scholarship – Allegiance Employees and Family Members – $5,000
QuickChek Corporation Scholarship – QuickChek Corporation Employees and Family Members - $2,500
Rockin’ Protein Never Settle Scholarship – Supermarket Retail Partners Employees or Family Members - $2,500
Shamrock Farms Fresh Futures Scholarship – Supermarket Retail Partners Employees or Family Members – $2,500
Whole Foods Market Scholarships – Whole Foods Market Team Members – (4 Scholarships @ $2,500 each)

Nations First Center of Excellence for Tourette Syndrome - Deadline Friday, March 13, 2026

The NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders, Inc. (NJCTS) is proud to announce the 2026 scholarship awards to graduating New Jersey high school seniors diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome or other tic disorder. Established in 2004, the NJCTS Youth Scholarship Program has awarded more than 350 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in every corner of New Jersey.

Eligible applicants must be:

• Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome or other tic disorder from a qualified medical practitioner.

• A resident of the State of New Jersey.

• A high school senior in a public, private, or home school.

• Planning to attend a college or trade school on a part-time or full-time basis in Fall 2026

There are a few other scholarship links mentioned on this page that you may be eligible for!

https://njcts.org/tourettesyndromeprograms/awards-scholarships/

Medford Lakes Lions Club Scholarship - Deadline April 15, 2026

The Medford Lakes Lions Club is pleased to offer college and post-secondary education scholarship opportunities to graduating high school students from the Medford Lakes Lions Club service area (08055 and 08088). Our scholarships are based on community service performed by the applicant. We are awarding five (5) $1,000 scholarships.

Applications can be found on the link above. If you need a paper copy of the applicaton please see Mrs. Gardner in the counseling office or email me at hgardner@lrhsd.org.

Rancocas Valley (NJ) Chapter of the Links Incorporated Scholarship Committee - Deadline April 1, 2026

The scholarship award is typically between $1,000 - $1,500 each year.

This scholarship will be awarded to a student of African American descent or African Ancestry.

Applications are now available to graduating seniors who attend High Schools in Burlington County, NJ. Awards are based on Grade Point Average (GPA), Community Service Engagements, and Recommendations from school and community members.

Fred E. Aug 2-year Community College Award 2026 - Deadline February 28, 2026

Mrs. Gardner has a copy of this scholarship, stop by to pick one up!

This award is for $1,000 for one year to a student who:

a. Will graduate from a New Jersey public high school this year, including vocational-technical and public charter schools.

b. Has been accepted to a community college.

c. Has a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher.

Elizabeth A Allan & Isabelle Hickman Scholarship - Deadline February 28, 2026

Mrs. Gardner has a copy of this scholarship. Stop by to pick one up!

Each award is for $1,500 for one year to a student who:

a. Will graduate from a New Jersey public high school this year, including vocational-technical and public charter schools.

b. Has a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.75 or higher.

c. Has been accepted to a 4-year college/university.

Walter P. Krichling, Jr. Trade, Vocational, or Career & Technical Program Award - Deadline February 28, 2026

Mrs. Gardner has a copy of this scholarship, stop by to pick one up!

This award is for $1,000 for one year to a student who:

a. Will graduate from a New Jersey public high school this year, including vocational-technical and public charter schools.

b. Has been accepted to a trade school or vocational program to earn a certificate in a vocational field of work.

c. Has a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.3 or higher.

Robert M. Oberholser/Harriet Di Leonardo Application - Deadline March 30, 2026

Mrs. Gardner has a copy of this scholarship. Stop by to pick one up!

To award a $2000 scholarship to two outstanding public high school seniors who intend to pursue a college degree in the field of education.

II. ELIGIBILITY: Those students who...

have demonstrated a commitment to a career in education.

will graduate from a Burlington County Public high school or vocational-technical school.

have earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5.

have been accepted by and plan to attend an accredited college or university.

EDGE scholarship application - Deadline March 5, 2026

Mrs. Gardner has a copy of this scholarship. Stop by to pick one up!

To be eligible for the scholarship program for the 2025-2026 academic year, college-bound students from New Jersey must apply during their senior year and have a minimum GPA of 2.5.

The scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated ethical, forward-thinking, results-oriented life and work habits and who take a proactive approach to their own life and life in their communities.

Applicants must be planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree.

3DPT scholarship - Deadline April 30, 2026.

Awarding $500

Students who have participated in Physical therapy as a patient while in High school and/or students who plan to pursue Physical Therapy as a career are eligible to apply.

Marketa's Celebration and Walk Scholarship - Deadline March 15, 2026.

The application criteria are:

Identify as a woman
Graduating high school senior
Pursuing engineering/environmental studies in college

James A. Colten Memorial Scholarship - Deadline May 5, 2026.

Award & Criteria:

This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who has participated in a Junior ROTC program in high school and who will be attending a two- or four-year accredited institution.

Application linked here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:3f27fd5b-93de-4976-be3a-96fadd42513e

NJ Elks Association Special Children's Scholarship - Deadline April 10, 2026.

Award & Criteria:

$10,000 - one male & one female

$4,000 - runner up

Assisting students with disabilities in obtaining a college education.

Scholarships are awarded to students with verified scholastic standing, general worthiness, financial need, and a physical and/or mental disability, including learning disabilities.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Scholarship - Deadline April 30, 2026.

$2,500 scholarship award

Criteria:

-Be a Burlington County High School Senior

- Have maintained a "C" average

-Plan to attend an accredited college or a vocational or technical institute.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INC. - Deadline April 15, 2026.

This scholarship opportunity is open exclusively to high school seniors attending a Historically Black College or University in Fall 2026 and who reside in Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester counties.

To be considered, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Provide evidence of current enrollment in a high school or trade school.

• Complete all sections of the application.

• Include an official high school or trade school transcript.

• Submit an essay (minimum 250 words) describing your high school or trade school accomplishments.

• Submit your completed application by the April 15, 2026 deadline.

• Include a color photo (used only for recognition as a scholarship recipient).

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INC. - Deadline April 15, 2026.

This scholarship opportunity is open exclusively to high school seniors who will begin college in Fall 2026 and who reside in Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester counties.

To be considered, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Provide evidence of current enrollment in a high school or trade school.

• Complete all sections of the application.

• Include an official high school or trade school transcript.

• Submit an essay (minimum 250 words) describing your high school or trade school accomplishments.

• Submit your completed application by the April 15, 2026 deadline.

• Include a color photo (used only for recognition as a scholarship recipient).

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