Apply for a scholarship

Deadline: Open enrollment through Friday, December 12, 2025, 5:00 pm EST

Also known as the Medallion Fund Scholarship program, this opportunity is for students of any age who are pursuing short-term vocational or technical studies in fields such as automotive technology, plumbing, heating, construction, advanced manufacturing, computer repair, licensed nursing assistant, etc.

Selection criteria
The selection committee gives preference to the following:

• Applicants whose fields are in the traditional manufacturing trade sector such as plumbing, electrical, construction, machining, etc.

• Applicants who have a clear vision for how their education will help them achieve or improve their employment and career goals.

• Applicants who have had little or no other educational or training opportunities.

• Applicants who have made a commitment to their educational program both financially and otherwise.

Citizenship is not taken into consideration when making awarding decisions.

Award decisions
Applicants will be notified of the results within six weeks after submission.

Deadline: Open enrollment through Friday, December 12, 2025, 5:00 pm EST

If you are attending one of New Hampshire’s Community Colleges, you should also apply for scholarship aid through the Community College System’s award portal.

Selection criteria
Academic excellence is not a factor in selecting candidates for awards; however, we do expect students to demonstrate reasonable achievement and a commitment to their chosen field of study.

Preference is given to students who have previously received funding and successfully completed prior educational work or for students entering high-demand professions, including but not limited to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields: computer science, advanced manufacturing, clinical health care, engineering, engineering technology, graphic design (CAD), etc. 

Citizenship is not taken into consideration when making awarding decisions.

Determining financial need
Candidates are required to submit a copy of the FAFSA Submission Summary which is the result of filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which determines what a particular family can reasonably afford for education or the student aid index (SAI). In addition, finalists will be asked to supply a copy of the financial aid package offered by the institution to be attended.

Award decisions
Awards will range from $100 to $3,500 depending on financial need. Applicants will be notified of the results within six weeks after submission.

Deadlines:
For students under the age of 24 enrolling in a four-year degree program:

• Residents of Milford, Lyndenborough and Wilton: Monday, March 3, 2025 at 5:00 EST
• All other students: Friday, April 11, 2025, at 5:00 pm EST

For students over the age of 24; or for students who are younger than 24 and married, have a child, have served in the military or are emancipated, applications are accepted on open enrollment through Friday, December 12, 2025, 5:00 pm Eastern. 

Selection criteria
Students are selected to receive awards based on financial need, academic merit and other non-academic factors such as community service, school activities and work experience. Highest priority is given to students with the fewest financial resources.

Citizenship is not taken into consideration when making awarding decisions.

Determining financial need
Candidates are required to submit a copy of the FAFSA Submission Summary which is the result of filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which determines what a particular family can reasonably afford for education or the student aid index (SAI). In addition, finalists will be asked to supply a copy of the financial aid package offered by the institution to be attended.

Award availability
This is a competitive program. Typically, one award is made for every five applications received. Each year, approximately $3 million is disbursed with each award ranging from $250 to $7,500. The average award is $4,600.

Deadline: For students of any age enrolling in a master’s, Ph.D. or other advanced degree programs, including MD, DD or JD, the deadline is Friday, April 11, 2025, 5:00 pm EST

Selection criteria
Students are selected to receive awards based on financial need, academic merit and other non-academic factors such as community service, school activities and work experience. Highest priority is given to students with the fewest financial resources.

Citizenship is not taken into consideration when making awarding decisions.

Determining financial need
Candidates are required to submit a copy of the FASFA Submission Summary which is the result of filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which determines what a particular family can reasonably afford for education or the student aid index (SAI). In addition, finalists will be asked to supply a copy of the financial aid package offered by the institution to be attended.

Award availability
The Foundation funds very few students pursuing graduate studies. Our priority is to fund undergraduate education, so this program is very competitive. We do, however, have funding for students who plan to enroll in medical school.