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Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies Academic Scholarships

The Academic Scholarship Committee of the Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies administers a limited amount of scholarship funds that are available on an annual basis to provide financial aid to undergraduate and graduate students to help meet the escalating costs of higher education. Awards are limited to Jewish students who have attended high school in either Erie or Niagara County in New York State or to Jewish students who are residing in either Erie or Niagara County and are new Americans.

Eligible educational programs include graduate or undergraduate studies in institutions located anywhere in the United State or overseas, including the State of Israel. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of documented financial need.

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