Scholarships

How to Apply for FLCC Scholarships

Complete an FLCC application and submit your high school transcript by March 1 to be automatically considered for general scholarships based on factors such as program, hometown, and veteran status.

To apply for additional FLCC Foundation scholarships, complete a separate application to match with scholarships that align with your eligibility. The list shows current scholarships, so check back during the application period to see the complete list of opportunities.

View Active Scholarships

FLCC Foundation Scholarship Application

Visit https://flcc.awardspring.com or select the apply for scholarships link below
Select the yellow "Sign in with Your School Account" button
Use your fingerlakes.edu email and FLCC password to begin your scholarship application

If you are having trouble with your FLCC account, contact helpdesk@flcc.edu.

Apply for A Scholarship

Application Deadline

The scholarship application period for Fall 2026–Spring 2027 is now open. Submit your application by April 24.

Create a New Scholarship

For information on creating a new scholarship at FLCC, please contact Natalia.Kivimaki@flcc.edu or (585) 785-1205.

External Scholarships

Businesses and organizations may also provide college funding through scholarships. Start your scholarship search locally, but also explore broader opportunities. Make sure you understand all application procedures and eligibility criteria before applying.

Review these scholarship opportunities managed by regional businesses and organizations:
- Donald K. Rhine Scholarship — Awarded to a Reliant Credit Union member who demonstrates the philosophy of people helping people.
Follow the application instructions on the regional organization's website.
Use the following scholarship databases to find additional funding opportunities:
- NYS Higher Education Services Corporation — Review scholarships, grants, and award programs for New York state residents.
- CareerOneStop — Search for nearly 9,000 scholarships, fellowships, grants, and other financial aid award opportunities. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
- BigFuture — Browse over 24,000 scholarships, with more than $1.5 billion in scholarship dollars yearly.
- FastWeb — Find college scholarships, grants, internships, and more.
Be cautious of scholarship websites or agencies that require payment. High-quality scholarship information is available free of charge.