UFT Scholarship Fund
The Albert Shanker College Scholarship Fund of the United Federation of Teachers
Each year, the United Federation of Teachers proudly awards $1 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to academically excellent and financially eligible students from New York City public schools. Scholarship winners are living proof that excellence can thrive in New York City schools. Their hard work — and the dedication of all the educators who worked with them — enable them to achieve academic distinction.
The UFT Shanker Scholarship application process for 2025 is now open.
Frequently asked questions »
- Who can apply for the undergraduate scholarship?
- What about financial eligibility?
- How are winners selected?
- How are the scholarships paid?
Additional information
- Shanker application instructions
- Scholarship rules
- College advisor letter
- Application income requirements
- President's letter
More information about the scholarship and its namesake »
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Albert Shanker College Scholarship Awards
Albert Shanker College Scholarship Awards
High school seniors may apply for Shanker scholarships
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Albert Shanker College Scholarship Awards 2024
On June 4, the UFT hosted the 55th annual Albert Shanker College Scholarship Awards at union headquarters, where families and educators came together to honor a diverse and high-achieving group of students. The union awarded $5,000 scholarships to 189 high school students for undergraduate study and nine scholarships of between $2,000 and $8,000 to college seniors for graduate study.