Fordham University Maurice J. and Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe Presidential Scholarship 2022

Fordham University commits significant funds to support scholarships. Awards are made on a competitive basis taking into consideration academic and performance profiles, leadership, and other factors.

These four-year scholarships may be received for up to eight semesters (fall and spring only). The first five scholarships below are the most competitive. They are awarded to our top applicants upon admission.

• Table of Content
• About Fordham University
• Maurice J. and Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe Presidential Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Maurice J. and Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe Presidential Scholarship
• Requirements for Maurice J. and Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe Presidential Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Fordham University

When John Hughes, coadjutor bishop (later archbishop) of New York, established Fordham as St. John’s College on June 24, 1841, he considered it a “daring and dangerous undertaking”—not least because he initially lacked the funds to purchase the land where he saw a great university taking root. But he persevered. He understood instinctively that education is the key to first-class citizenship for immigrants and to success for all. And he was determined to establish the first Catholic institution of higher education in the Northeastern United States. Thus, a small coll... continue reading

Maurice J. and Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe Presidential Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Maurice J. and Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe Presidential Scholarship

This scholarship augments gift aid from all sources to cover the full tuition cost each year (fees not included) for courses taken as a traditional undergraduate student at Fordham. The scholarship will be adjusted for only one-half of other non-tuition-specific outside resources or scholarships. The remaining half may be used for additional educational expenses.

The awards also cover the average cost of a double room or actual charges, whichever is less (excluding meal plans and fees), if the student lives on campus.

Requirements for Maurice J. and Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe Presidential Scholarship Qualification

The Presidential Scholarship is awarded to entering traditional first-year students who generally rank in the top 1 to 2 percent in their high school class. The Presidential Scholarship is awarded to the top 20 admitted students each year. 

The scholarship is awarded on the basis of excellent academic achievement in high school, test scores (if submitted), and personal characteristics.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Fordham University website.