Applicant must be a child of an officer, firefighter, peace officer (including correction officers) of New York State, or any of its municipalities who died as a result of injuries sustained in the line of duty.

Applicant must be a New York resident, be the child or spouse of a New York police officer, firefighter, or volunteer firefighter who died as a result of injuries sustained in the line of duty, and be studying full time in an approved under...

Applicant must be majoring in early childhood or childhood education.

Applicant must anticipate a life of research and must demonstrate academic excellence in biochemistry, a record of service to others, and financial need.

Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be an evening college student.

Selection is based upon academic achievement.

Selection is based upon GPA, SAT or ACT scores, and recommendation from a science or technology teacher.

Applicant must demonstrate leadership potential through involvement in activities and organizations that enhanced the community.

Applicant must have a minimum 3.25 GPA or must demonstrate substantial GPA improvement in the past three to four semesters.

Selection is based on financial need. Transfer applicants must demonstrate academic merit.