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Apply and be accepted into ̨��Swag by January 9, 2026. Apply for admission online at daemen.edu/apply or contact the ̨��Swag 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 ̨��Swag’s holistic admissions review policy. They then must complete a and interview during Scholars Day. Unfortunately, there are no make-up dates. 

There are eight Trustee Scholarship recipients each year. Below are Trustee Scholarship award amounts:

Amount of award: Full Tuition Scholarship
Number awarded: 2

Amount of award: $24,000
Number awarded: 6
Specification: Renewable upon maintaining 3.0 QPA and full-time undergraduate status.

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 ̨��Swag sources. The combination of the ̨��Swag 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 ̨��Swag.

̨��Swag 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.

̨��Swag 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 ̨��Swag 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 the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) needs to be completed in order to receive a financial aid package from ̨��Swag. The anticipated launch for the 2026-2027 FAFSA is October 2025. Please remember to include ̨��Swag's code (002808) so we receive your FAFSA information electronically from the federal government.

Merit Scholarships

Students who apply to ̨��Swag 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 $17,500
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 $15,000
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 $12,500
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 the 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.

These awards are given to students who are nominated to participate in our Scholars Day event. Students will interview on-campus or virtual 

Amount of award: Full Tuition Scholarship
Number awarded: 2

Amount of award: $24,000
Number awarded: 6
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