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Through the Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF) and more than 650 state and local lodges, the Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA) has awarded nearly $47 million in scholarships to date.
Each year, the SIF offers 10 to 12 merit-based scholarships, ranging from $5,000 to $25,000, in a nationwide competition, the National Leadership Grant Competition. Applications are screened by education professionals and final selection is made by OSIA's National Education Committee. Scholarship winners only will be notified by May 1. Monetary awards are presented directly to students' academic institutions in accordance with eligibility requirements.
General Eligibility: U.S. citizens of Italian descent (at least one Italian or Italian American grandparent) enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a four-year, accredited academic institution for the Fall 2010 term. Previous SIF scholarship winners are not eligible. (Please note: Additional eligibility requirements may apply to specific scholarships.)
Please view the full list of General Study Scholarships and Study Abroad & Special Scholarships that are available. Be sure to read all details, requirements, and deadlines for the scholarships for which you wish to apply.
The 2011 National Leadership Competition will begin in Fall 2010. Please check back for details and the application form.
In addition to the National Leadership Grants, some OSIA local and state lodges may offer scholarships. Please contact those lodges directly. View the list of lodges.