Kean University Foundation Scholarships
The Kean University Foundation is the university’s primary fundraising and gift-receiving organization. It was founded in 1984 as a non-profit, tax-exempt organization that advances the mission of Kean University by pursuing and securing private support to benefit Kean’s students, faculty, programs, and/or facilities.
Who is eligible?
All new and current students are eligible to apply for Kean University Foundation Scholarships. This is a competitive application of Kean's best and brightest students, so be sure to prepare your application thoughtfully.
Application Timeline
December 1, 25/26 Kean University Foundation Scholarship Application Opens
Priority Deadline: March 1
*For Priority Applicants*
- Evaluations are made through the Spring/early Summer
- Decisions are sent out for Priority Applicants by June 30
- June 30, 25/26 Kean University Foundation Scholarship Application Closes
*For students who submit applications March 2nd - June 30*
- Evaluations are made throughout the summer.
- Decisions are sent out by August 31st.
July 1- 25/26 Post-Deadline Kean University Foundation Scholarship Opens
Submitted applications will be kept on file for further consideration and review is ongoing throughout the academic year as funding permits.
Additional Information
Selected scholars will be asked to review the scholarship agreement, accept the award, and submit a formal thank you letter to our generous donor.
These steps are all to be completed on the Scholarship Manager website, login here. For help writing a formal thank you letter, please click here.
*Selected scholarship recipients who do not complete the required final steps of reviewing the scholarship agreement, accepting the award, and submitting the formal thank you letter may no longer be eligible to receive the award.
Scholarship awards have no cash value and we reserve the right to reduce the scholarship amount if the total of all federal, state, and other grant/scholarship awards exceed direct costs defined as tuition, university fees, on-campus room and board, if applicable.
Kean University Foundation Application
Please use your Kean credentials to log in to complete the scholarship application.
Helpful Tips
- One single application will enable you to be considered for any scholarship that matches your academic history, program, interests, and other criteria.
- Be sure to answer each question in the application. The more complete your application, the better your chances of getting matched.
- Write a well written thoughtful response to the writing prompt. Take this opportunity to introduce yourself to the Scholarship Committee.
- Plan your time. As part of the application, it is highly suggested that you submit a letter of recommendation. Request this from an individual who will be able to provide insight as to who you are and some of your success stories. Your recommendation should come from someone other than a family member, such as a former teacher or academic adviser or someone from a volunteer/community services organization. Be sure to provide ample lead time to ensure you are conscientious of their busy schedules.