Submit an Application – Opportunities Fund Application

The Opportunities Fund is a competitive application process for a one-time grant of $1,500–$5,000. With the approved support of their academic advisor, any Macaulay student is eligible to apply, though preference is given to those in good academic standing. Opportunities Funds support approved experiential learning, including study abroad, research, and internships. Applications become available beginning in the spring semester of a student’s sophomore year. The number of Opportunities Funds awards is determined annually by the Macaulay Honors College Foundation Board, and a short waitlist is maintained each cycle.

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1Student Info

2Special Opportunities

3Experiential Learning

4Activity Info

5Statement & Document Uploads

6Review Application

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Student Info Fields

Name*

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Email*

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Class Year*

Campus*

Advisor*

Major*

Minor

Upload Bio as PDF*

Tell us about yourself in 5-10 sentences. What are your major(s), minor(s), career aspirations, and current/past community service and internship work, and other information you feel is important to your narrative.

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Are/were you are a participant in any of the following Macaulay Scholar Programs*

Kenan Scholars

None of the above

Create your experiential learning activity.

All eligible students who apply will be considered for the general Opportunities Fund grant, if not receiving an enhanced grant.

Start by selecting an activity

Study Abroad/Away

Internship

Research/Fieldwork

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Goldsmith Scholars Opportunities Fund

Study Abroad | Internship | Research/Fieldwork
18 at $4,000

For over a decade the Horace W. Goldsmith Scholars Program has identified and guided students interested in pursuing graduate school. Through one-on-one mentorship and personalized writing assistance, students are given the resources needed to prepare competitive applications for their top-choice programs.The award recipient must submit a brief reflection essay and may be called upon to meet with the donor.

A statement of justification must address the following: Please describe how this activity directly relates to your graduate school plans. Please describe how graduate school fits into your personal and professional trajectories.

Apply for the Goldsmith Scholars Opportunities Fund

Leonor H. Krawczyk Opportunities Fund

Study Abroad | Internship | Research
2 at $2,500

To be awarded to students with demonstrated financial need. These grants will provide a fixed stipend for students pursuing a study abroad, internship, or research opportunity. Preference given to a Hunter College students interested in arts, culture or research.

Apply for the Leonor H. Krawczyk Opportunities Fund

Meyer Scholars Opportunities Fund

Study Abroad
5 at $2,500

Funded by Miraldina and Anthony Meyer, the Meyer Scholars Opportunities Fund will provide a fixed travel stipend for studying abroad. Meyer Scholars will also be expected to attend a special reception and meet/greet with Tony and Miraldina Meyer in the future. The award recipients must submit a brief reflection essay upon completion outlining how their study abroad trip related directly to their major and future professional aspirations.

Your statement of justification should reflect how this study abroad opportunity relates to your major or future professional goals.

Apply for the Meyer Scholars Opportunities Fund

Rudin Scholars Opportunities Fund

Study Abroad | Internship | Research/Fieldwork
5 at $2,500

Funded by the Jack Rudin Family Foundation, Inc. the Rudin Scholars Opportunities Fund will provide a $2,500 stipend for an unpaid internship, study abroad, or research opportunity to New York City students who demonstrate the greatest financial need. Upon completion of their experience, students are asked to submit a brief essay on their internship, study abroad, or research opportunity. Please include any relevant photos pertaining to your study.

Apply for the Rudin Scholars Opportunities Fund

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Liu Shiming Opportunities Fund

Study Abroad | Internship | Research
1 at $3,000

Established by entrepreneur, Liu Wei, in memory of his father, the celebrated Chinese sculptor Liu Shiming, this fund will provide a Macaulay student with a $3,000 grant for study abroad, internship or research opportunity in the areas of Chinese arts and/or culture. Student must submit a brief reflection essay upon completion and may be asked to meet with the donor.

Apply for the Liu Shiming Opportunities Fund

David A. Coulter and Susan C. Weeks Fund

Study Abroad
1 at $4,000

This Coulter – Weeks Opportunities Fund will provide one $4,000 study abroad scholarship. The award recipient must submit a brief reflection essay upon completion their study abroad trip.

Automatically applied!

The Sha(h)nta Scholars Fund

Study Abroad | Internships | Research
2 at $2,500

The Sha(h)nta Scholars Fund will provide a fixed stipend for students pursuing a study abroad, internship, or research opportunity. The award recipient must submit a brief reflection essay upon completion.

Automatically applied!

Sohail Mathur ’10 Opportunities Fund

Study Abroad | Internships | Research
1 at $2,500

Funded by Sohail Mathur ’10, the Sohail Mathur ’10 Opportunities Fund will provide a fixed stipend for students pursuing a study abroad, internship, or research opportunity. The award recipient must submit a brief reflection essay upon completion.

Automatically applied!

Dr. Mary C. Pearl Opportunities Fund

Study Abroad | Internship | Research/Fieldwork
1 at $3,000

Funded by the Macaulay Honors College Foundation Board and honoring the legacy of Dean Emerita Mary C. Pearl, Ph.D., this endowed fund provides one Opportunities Fund grant of $3,000 to one deserving student to study abroad/away, take an internship or conduct research. After their experience, the Mary C. Pearl Scholar will submit a brief reflection essay about their experience. They may also be called upon to meet with former Dean Pearl.

Automatically applied!

Name of sponsor / organization / program*

Location*

City State / Province / Region Country

Is this internship/research experience*

In-person

Remote

Start Date*

End Date*

Number of Credits

If partaking in a credit bearing program

Is this a CUNY program?*

Yes

Are you traveling outside of New York City?*

Yes

Supervisor*

Student Intern Title*

Hours per week*

Are you paid more than $325?*

Yes

You must travel outside of New York City to be eligible for Study Abroad/Away funding

Experiential Learning Project Agreement

I agree to complete one of the projects below as part of my experience:
-Share experience at home campus
-Participate in a study abroad event
-Photo essay
-Blogging while abroad

I agree

Statement & Document Uploads

-If using info from a webpage, save page as PDF then -upload.
-Confirm all documents are upright and captured in full context.

Allowed file extensions: PDF
Maximum File Size: 5MB

Statement of Justification Upload*

In 2-3 double-spaced pages, reflect on your academic journey to substantiate your activity selection:
1 ) Why this particular activity and location?
2) How does this activity enrich academic and professional goals?
3) Reflect upon the personal, academic, and professional importance to you of the specific grant(s) for which you are applying. Please refer to the grant description(s) in the Opportunities Funds Guidelines.

Allowed file extensions: PDF
Maximum File Size: 5MB

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Study Away/Abroad Checklist*

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Program Flyer*

With detailed program information and full budget breakdown.

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Course Syllabus*

If you do not have a syllabus, please upload proof of correspondence that you attempted to obtain a syllabus.

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Internship/Research/Fieldwork Checklist*

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Learning Agreement Form*

Upload a copy of your completed Learning Agreement Form

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CUNY Travel Waiver for Away*

Upload a copy of your completed CUNY Travel Waiver for Away
(Outside NYC, within United States)

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

CUNY Travel Waiver for Abroad*

Upload a copy of your completed CUNY Travel Waiver for Abroad

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CUNY Acknowledgement and Consent Regarding Data Protection

Upload a copy of your completed CUNY Acknowledgement and Consent Regarding Data Protection Form
(Only necessary for students traveling to countries within the European Union)

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Credit Transfer Permit*

If you do not have a finalized permit, please upload proof of correspondence that you attempted to do so.

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Upload Travel and Living Expenses*

Upload Travel and Living expenses quotes such as airfare, program fees, housing, insurance, ground transportation (to and from airport).

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB, Max. files: 7.

Budget Sheet Upload

See these budget tips for managing your expenses! (PDF)

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

For Reimbursement

Submit the following only if you are currently in the program or have completed the program:

Copy of your completed Internship/Research/Fieldwork Evaluation Form.
Paid experiences: receipts for all travel and living expenses being requested.
Abroad experiences: proof of Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI) purchase

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB, Max. files: 7.

Additional Notes

Travel Waiver

Submit the original appropriate travel waiver (CUNY Travel Waiver for Abroad or CUNY Travel Waiver for Away) along with CUNY Acknowledgement and Consent Regarding Data Protection (if traveling to European Union countries) to your home campus Study Abroad Office (if required) or keep the original for your records.

Get department approval (i.e. Permit) that indicates credits will transfer to your home college.

CUNY Go Travel Registration

Students traveling abroad may need to complete additional documentation outlined in CUNY’s guidelines: Health and Safety While Traveling

Tuition Reimbursement

Apply separately for tuition reimbursement.

Application Review

Please review your entry before submitting it.

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Please review these important policies before application submission

I must submit receipts by the beginning of the semester following activity or a hold will be placed preventing registration and transcript requests.
All Opportunities Fund application decisions are final.
Seniors in their last semester can only apply for a reimbursement (no advances).
Opportunities Fund funds cannot be applied toward expenses incurred after your last semester of attendance.
Opportunities Fund can only be used for items that were approved.
I must be enrolled this semester
I must have FAFSA/TAP on file and fully processed for the current academic year (if selected, include verification)
I must have 30 hours of Community Service completed by first day of senior year
I must have included a complete statement of justification with my application
I must have included all appropriate supporting documents
I must have a completed the Opportunities Fund Quiz with a score of 80% or higher
I can only access the Opportunities Fund once in my undergraduate career at Macaulay
Any approved Opportunities Fund must be used only for the approved activity. Please contact the office of Scholarships & Grants if you would like to request a change.

Review Application*

By submitting the Opportunities Fund application, I agree that the statements above are accurate. If any of the items above are not fulfilled, your application will not be reviewed.

If approved, payments are made as funds become available. We cannot guarantee payments will be made in time for payment deadlines or before the activity takes place. Please consider these out-of-pocket costs before making program deposits and/or purchasing items.
Keep in mind that your financial aid budget determines how much federal, state, city, and scholarship money you can receive in any given year based on your cost of attendance. If the approved Opportunities Fund exceeds this federally regulated budget, your award may be reduced or canceled.

Student Info Fields

Special Opportunities and Scholarship Programs

Create your experiential learning activity.

Statement & Document Uploads

Travel Waiver

CUNY Go Travel Registration

Tuition Reimbursement

Application Review