The CohnReznick Scholarship recognizes and rewards high achieving students preparing for careers in public accounting.  CohnReznick seeks to support candidates who align with its mission to provide forward thinking solutions, service that exceeds expectations, and creates opportunity, value and trust for their clients, people and the community.

FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED AT:  Any member institution offering an Accounting Degree
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT:  $2,000
NUMBER OF ANNUAL AWARDS:  3
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• be enrolled as a full-time student at an ICUNJ member college or university;
• be majoring in Accounting with a demonstrated desire to pursue a career in public accounting (commitment and plan for attaining 150 credit hours – see additional requirements);
• must be in junior year of study during award period (Class of 2024); and
• possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 on 4.0 scale.
• Candidates should be engaged as a leader, or otherwise demonstrate leadership abilities, potential or qualities, through academic work, special projects, activities and/or other extracurricular experiences.

 Additional Requirement:

Applicants must provide in the personal statement how they anticipate fulfilling the 150-credit hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam.  Personal statement may be up to 750 words to allow inclusion of this information.

 Deadline:                 October 15, 2022

J&J Discover Nursing scholarship continues to provide promising students pursuing a career in Nursing with encouragement and financial support to help them meet the strenuous demands of the program.  By supporting nursing students, J&J is enhancing the professional growth of nursing candidates in New Jersey to meet future healthcare demands.

FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED AT: Member colleges and universities offering 4-year degrees in Nursing
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT:  $5,000
NUMBER OF ANNUAL AWARDS:  16 (2 awards per member institution)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be accepted as a full-time student at an ICFNJ member college or university offering a 4-year degree in Nursing;
• Must be enrolled as a Nursing major;
• Must be a member of the Class of 2021;
• Must reside in one of the following New Jersey counties: Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth, Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset or Union;
• Must earn and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2/4.0.

REQUIRED ESSAY (500 words):
The role of a nurse in today’s healthcare settings can be demanding.  A college education offers the knowledge and skills to prepare nurses for a career as a healthcare professional.  Please describe the roles and responsibilities of a nurse and the factors contributing to your decision to make nursing your career choice.  Include in your essay how your personal qualities, academic and community experiences are preparing you for your career goals.

DEADLINE:  CLOSED  

Partners for Health Foundation

Partners for Health Foundation offers this scholarship to help make the 15 communities it serves healthier, better places to live. The scholarships sponsored by Partners for Health Foundation are dedicated to support students with a demonstrated financial need, whose life circumstances are representative of the Foundation’s priority to serve marginalized populations, defined as: students vulnerable to disruption or discontinuation of pursuing a college degree because of discrimination or exclusion due to the social, economic, education, and/or cultural dimensions of their lives. Partners for Health Foundation scholarships contribute to student retention, educational attainment and academic achievement of nursing students pursuing a four-year degree at colleges and universities within its service area.

FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED AT: Bloomfield College, Caldwell University, Seton Hall University and Montclair State University
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT:  $7,500
NUMBER OF ANNUAL AWARDS:  14
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• be enrolled as a full-time student at either Bloomfield College, Caldwell University, Seton Hall University or Montclair State University;
• be a rising junior or senior nursing major;
• earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 on 4.0 scale;
• exhibit dedication to a career in the health industry;
• demonstrate commitment to engagement in community-based activities;
• must demonstrate financial need (as confirmed by Financial Aid Office) that could result in the disruption or continuation of degree completion.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Students must include within their personal statement a description of their commitment for supporting healthy communities and promoting healthier lifestyles. Volunteer and community services is given special consideration. Statement should also note career goals and where the student would like to work.

Priority consideration will be given to applicants who are contributing to communities served by the Partners for Health Foundation.

 Deadline:  September 31, 2022

BD is committed to advancing the world of health. The BD Scholarship supports this purpose by advancing students who demonstrate academic excellence and community engagement in their pursuit of a career in the healthcare industry.

The scholarship recognizes that advancements in healthcare come from a wide array of areas and thus supports a broad number of degrees.   

For students enrolled full-time at any ICUNJ member institution.

SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: $3,000
NUMBER OF ANNUAL AWARDS: 14
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• be enrolled full-time at an ICUNJ member college or university;
• be entering junior or senior year of degree study;
• be pursuing a healthcare career demonstrated by enrollment in a related major (nursing students will be given special consideration);
• have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.2/4.0;
• financial need may be considered in candidate selection (as confirmed by financial aid office).

 Additional Requirement:

Applicants must provide in the personal statement how they anticipate being part of the healthcare industry and the way in which their college degree will assist in achieving career goals.  Personal statement may be up to 1000 words to allow incorporation of these added elements.

Deadline:  September 15, 2022

PSEG introduced this award to support exceptional students who share in their commitment to building environmental stewardship and developing meaningful sustainability initiatives.  While enhancing the educational and learning opportunities in areas of importance to PSEG – science (environmental), technology, engineering and math, the scholarship contributes to an educated citizenry for New Jersey which supports the economic and cultural development of local communities and neighborhoods.

FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED AT:  Any ICUNJ  member college or university
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT:  $2,500
NUMBER OF ANNUAL AWARDS:  6
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• be enrolled as a full-time student at any ICUNJ member institution;
• be seeking a degree in a STEM major (priority will be given to Engineering Majors);
• be entering junior or senior year;
• possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale;
• demonstrate a commitment to the environment (special consideration will be given to student engaged in global warming and climate change initiatives, conservation and community greening.)

DEADLINE: N/A

The Novartis Science Scholarship recognizes the value of undergraduate research for science majors in developing skills and competencies beyond the classroom.  By supporting students engaged in research, textbook and classroom lessons are reinforced.  Scholarship recipients are offered a transformative experience that includes collaborative work and an opportunity to build critical thinking skills. 

FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED AT:  Any ICUNJ  member college or university.
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT:  $3,000
NUMBER OF ANNUAL AWARDS: 15

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• be enrolled full-time at an ICUNJ member college or university;
• be entering junior or senior year of degree study;
• be majoring in a field of science;
• have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5/4.0;
• be conducting or planning to conduct independent scientific research.

Additional Requirement:

All Novartis Science Scholarship applicants must submit a brief explanation of the scientific research project they are conducting or are planning to conduct (not to exceed two pages).  Applicant’s plans for independent research will be given special consideration in the application review process.

 Deadline:                       September 15, 2022

The Novo Nordisk Scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate academic excellence and a passion for a career in the research, education or treatment of diabetes, hemophilia or bleeding disorders. Candidates may also demonstrate a commitment to healthcare policy as it relates to these diseases. All successful candidates will exhibit the drive to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Scholarship Amount:   $4,000

Student Eligibility Requirements (all recipients must meet the following minimum criteria):

• be enrolled full-time at an ICUNJ member college or university;
• be a junior or senior year (Class of 2022 or 2023);
• special consideration will be given to nursing, nutrition and life science majors;
• possess a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale;
• demonstrate a history of work experience with diabetic population or population with hemophilia or bleeding disorders;
• be interested in pursuing a career in the health industry;
• show a commitment to continued work in the care, education, treatment or research of diabetes, obesity, hemophilia and/or bleeding disorders;
• demonstrate financial need as determined by your financial aid director;
• be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Additional Requirement:

All Novo Nordisk Scholarship applicants should reference their experiences interacting with diabetic populations, hemophilia or bleeding disorders.  Further, students should note how they anticipate their career will impact care, education, treatment or research in these areas.

Projected Award Date:  N/A

The scholarship was created in memory of the late Martin R. Sullivan, a partner at Coopers & Lybrand, who had an interest in accounting education at New Jersey’s independent colleges and in the preparation of students entering the accounting profession. The scholarship assists high achieving students to prepare for careers in public accounting.

FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED AT:  Fairleigh Dickinson University, Monmouth University or Seton Hall University
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: Varies between $1,000 and $2,000
NUMBER OF ANNUAL AWARDS: Varies between 2 and 4
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• be entering your junior or senior year;
• possess a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale;
• be majoring in accounting;
• demonstrate superior academic performance and promise for a career in public accounting.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Applicants must also provide a separate explanation as to their commitment to and plans for attaining the 150 credit hour requirement.