All applicants indicating interest in merit-based aid on their admissions application are automatically reviewed for every appropriate award. Unless indicated, no other applications are required. Only accepted students are considered for merit-based aid. Dean's Scholars demonstrate an exceptional commitment to public service and extraordinary academic achievement and leadership potential. Honoring the memory of Professor Elizabeth Durbin, a gifted teacher, fierce social activist and a champion for the rights of women and minorities, Durbin Scholars have outstanding academic records and high professional aspirations.
Final determination is made through an interview process.
GA awards convert to Dean's Scholarships in the second year of study. As such, eligibility and the number of positions varies from year to year based on project needs. Final determination is made through an interview process. Unlike the GA awards, RAs do not convert to Dean's Scholarships in the second year of study. Created in recognition of Judge Tenney, who was a close friend of Robert F. Wagner and served as Deputy Mayor during Wagner's administration as Mayor of New York City, Tenney Scholars demonstrate interest in the public sector and potential for high quality work.