Amount: $12,000
Deadline: March 31
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
NIAF provides scholarships to Italian American students. The application includes essays that allow students to explore their Italian heritage, academic goals, and future aspirations, often connecting them to their cultural identity.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.5+
- Students of Italian American ancestry (at least one parent or grandparent). Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited U.S. institution and demonstrate financial need.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essays (multiple)
- Official transcript
- Recommendation letters
- Proof of Italian American ancestry
Timeline
Applications open November 1. Deadline March 31. Winners notified July.
Tips
Your essays should authentically express your connection to your Italian American heritage and how it shapes your identity and aspirations. Highlight your academic achievements, leadership, and community involvement. Be specific in your storytelling.