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This is a recruitment scholarship for incoming first year undergraduate students for the upcoming fall term at the University at Buffalo. It is a non-tuition scholarship designed to support students in the College of Arts and Sciences who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship must be used by students who have completed the FAFSA and can demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students from Western New York (WNY) who have graduated from a WNY high school or have resided in WNY for at least one year. This endowed scholarship provides variable award amounts to help support the education of deserving undergraduate students pursuing their studies in the liberal arts and sciences.

The Young and Wright Architectural Scholarship is awarded to junior or senior students majoring in the School of Architecture and Planning at the University at Buffalo. This scholarship recognizes academic achievement and supports students who have graduated from a Western New York high school and maintain a strong academic record. The award amount varies depending on available funding. Recipients must demonstrate their commitment to the field of architecture and planning while maintaining a GPA of 3.2 or higher throughout their studies.

The WNY AIA Scholarship Support Fund supports undergraduate students from Western New York who are majoring in the School of Architecture & Planning at the University at Buffalo. This scholarship is awarded to junior or senior students who demonstrate financial need and achieve high academic merit. Recipients must complete the FAFSA to demonstrate financial need. The award amount varies and is intended to support students pursuing their undergraduate architectural education.

The Dr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Chazan Medical Scholarship Fund was established in 1985 by Dr. Joseph A. Chazan to support medical students at the University at Buffalo. This scholarship is designated for students majoring in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences who, prior to admission, are from Western New York. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The scholarship award amount varies depending on available funds and student need.

The Eugene J. Hanavan Scholarship Endowment Fund was established in 1998 by Dr. Eugene J. Hanavan to support medical students at the University at Buffalo's Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. This scholarship provides financial assistance to medical students pursuing their degrees at the institution. Preference is given to students who received their undergraduate degree from Canisius College in Buffalo, New York, demonstrating a commitment to supporting the local academic community and promoting educational pathways within the Buffalo region.

The Western New York Medical Scholarship Fund - Catholic Health was established in 2013 by the Highgate Medical Group P.C. and is supported by other donors. This scholarship is awarded to medical students from Western New York who are enrolled at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo. The recipient must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, a resident of New York State, and a graduate from a high school located within the eight counties of Western New York. Additionally, the recipient must have a relative who currently works in the Catholic Health System. Preference is given to students who have expressed interest in practicing primary care (Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or Obstetrics and Gynecology) within the eight counties of Western New York upon completion of their medical training.

The Suzanne and David Jasinski Scholarship for the School of Management was established by David Jasinski, BS '79 and Suzanne Jasinski, BS '79 in 2022. This scholarship supports freshman students majoring in the School of Management at the University at Buffalo. Applicants must complete the FAFSA and demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students from the Western New York area who have maintained good academic merit. The scholarship may be renewable for subsequent years, providing continued support to deserving students pursuing their undergraduate business education.

The Commissioner Gipson Annual Scholarship was established in 2019 by H. McCarthy Gipson, BA '71, to support undergraduate students at the University at Buffalo. This scholarship provides financial assistance to sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduate students who maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference is given to students with a parent who is a Western New York law enforcement officer, recognizing the service and sacrifice of law enforcement families in the region. The scholarship aims to help students continue their education and achieve their academic goals while honoring the contributions of law enforcement officers to the Western New York community.

The Frontier Award for International Understanding is a scholarship award offered by the University at Buffalo for students who have made the greatest contribution to the cause of international understanding. This award recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering cross-cultural dialogue, promoting global awareness, and advancing international cooperation. Eligible candidates must reside in either Erie or Niagara County in New York State. The award provides $500 to support the recipient's educational endeavors.

The Western New York Psychiatry Medical Scholarship Fund was established by the Patrick P. Lee Foundation to support medical students pursuing psychiatry. This scholarship is specifically designed for third or fourth year medical students enrolled in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo who plan to specialize in psychiatry. Recipients are required to make a commitment to practice psychiatry in the Western New York area for at least five years following their training. The scholarship provides significant financial support to help offset the costs of medical education while encouraging graduates to address mental health needs in the Western New York community.

This is a recruitment scholarship for incoming first year undergraduate students for the upcoming fall term. It is a non-tuition scholarship. Established in 2014 by Saul Lerner, BA '60 and JD '63, and Teresa Lerner, Ed.M. '73. The scholarship is designated for undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences who attended high school in Western New York. This endowment provides financial support to help incoming freshmen pursue their undergraduate education at the University at Buffalo.

The Western New York Medical Scholarship Fund - ECMC was established in 2013 by the Highgate Medical Group P.C. and is supported by other donors. This scholarship is designed to provide financial support to medical students pursuing their education at the University at Buffalo's Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. The scholarship is specifically intended for students who are from the Western New York region, supporting local students in their medical education journey. The award amount varies depending on available funding and applicant qualifications.

The Quealy Family Scholarship was established in 2018 by Thomas S. Quealy, Jr. BA '89 and Renee M. Quealy to support undergraduate students in the School of Management at the University at Buffalo. This scholarship is designed to assist newly admitted undergraduate majors from Western New York who demonstrate financial need. Recipients must complete the FAFSA as part of the eligibility requirements. The scholarship recognizes academically promising students pursuing business education at UB's School of Management, helping to reduce financial barriers to their education. Please note that depending on the availability of funds, new scholars may not be selected every year, making this a variable funding opportunity based on endowment performance.