Scholars Day

Apply and be accepted into Daemen University by January 5, 2024. Apply for admission online at daemen.edu/apply or contact the Admissions Office at 716-839-8225. 

Prospective first year students are invited by the President to apply for these prestigious awards. Students are nominated on the basis of the quality of their application determined by Daemen’s holistic admissions review policy. They then must complete a Scholars Day application and interview during Scholars Day. Unfortunately, there are no make-up dates. 

There are ten Trustee Scholarship recipients each year in the following categories:

• Full Tuition—two recipients
• $21,000—four recipients
• $17,500—four recipients

Additional scholarships through the Advancement office will also be given out through Scholars Day.

No, the scholarships are to be used for tuition only.

No, if you have already received the President's, Founder's, Dean's Distinguished Faculty, or Alumni award it will be replaced by the Trustee Scholarship award if you are selected. However, you will be able to use scholarships you receive from other, non Daemen sources. The combination of the Daemen University Trustee Scholarship and TAP payment cannot exceed the cost of tuition.

Yes, the scholarships are renewable for four years providing you are full time and maintain a 3.0 GPA. (This award will be extended for those majors requiring 5 or 6 years to complete i.e. Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant.) Student must be enrolled at Daemen University.

Daemen University feels that Scholars need opportunities to learn without the pressure of financial concerns. Trustee Scholarships offer this opportunity to all types of people, those from diverse backgrounds and experiences as well as from all socio-economic circumstances. We seek students who are able, curious, disciplined; students with vision and the enthusiasm to breathe life into their dreams.

Daemen University Trustee Scholars have diverse backgrounds, educational goals, and perspectives.  While students must be nominated to compete on the basis of academic achievement, non-academic factors are also important in the deliberations of the Selection Committee. Considerations of both intellect and character are given in our attempt to award individuals who will “make a difference” not just in their careers and community, but in the community of Daemen University as well.  Overall, we are seeking candidates who combine the following qualities:

• Academic achievement
• Vision—for self and society
• Enthusiasm, inspiration—the ability to bring visions and dreams to life
• Academic and personal discipline which motivates him/her to persist
• Leadership ability

Please be aware that there are some important changes coming to the 2023- 2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Department of Education is simplifying the FAFSA. Due to the changes, the 2024-2025 FAFSA will not be available on the traditional October 1 opening date. The anticipated launch date for the 2024-2025 FAFSA is December 2023. Please remember to include Daemen's code (002808) so we receive your FAFSA information electronically from the government.

Merit Scholarships

Students who apply to Daemen will be considered for one of five scholarship awards: Presidents, Founders, Deans, Distinguished Faculty or Alumni scholarship.

Presidents Scholarship

This prestigious scholarship is awarded annually to first-year students based on academic performance.

Amount of award (First Year): up to $12,500
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining a 3.0 QPA and full-time undergraduate status.

Founders Scholarship

The Founders Scholarship is awarded annually to first-year students based on academic performance.

Amount of award (First Year): up to $11,000
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining a 3.0 QPA and full-time undergraduate status.

Deans Scholarship

The Deans Scholarship is awarded annually to first-year students based on academic performance.

Amount of award (First Year): up to $10,000
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining a 3.0 QPA and full-time undergraduate status.

Distinguished Faculty Scholarship

The Distinguished Faculty Scholarship is awarded annually to first-year students based on academic performance.

Amount of award (First Year): up to $8,500
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining a 3.0 QPA and full-time undergraduate status.

Alumni Scholarship

The Alumni Scholarship is awarded annually to first-year students based on academic performance.

Amount of award (First Year): up to $7,000
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining a 2.0 QPA and full-time undergraduate status.

International Scholarship

Undergraduate students who complete the entire application process will have an opportunity to receive a scholarship based on academic performance.  Scholarships range from $9,500 - $12,500 for academic year.

In order to be eligible for a scholarship, students must apply to the university.  Upon acceptance, students will be notified regarding the amount of their scholarship.

Competitive Scholarships

Trustee Scholarship (by nomination)

This prestigious scholarship is awarded to select first-year students of the highest caliber. Students must be nominated for this award and submit a separate Trustee Scholar application in order to compete for this award. Students will interview at Scholars Day.

Amount of award: Full Tuition Scholarship
Number awarded: 2

Amount of award: $21,000
Number awarded: 4

Amount of award: $17,500
Number awarded: 4
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining 3.0 QPA and full-time undergraduate status.

Athletic Scholarship

Full-time first-year students accepted for admission with the recommendation of the appropriate coach.

Amount of award: Varies
Specification: Maintain player eligibility

Visual Arts Scholarship

This award is given to first-year art students whose portfolio reflects outstanding talent as determined by a portfolio review by the Art Faculty.

Amount of Award: $5,000
Scholarships Available: 2
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining departmental standards