College of Professional Studies

"This scholarship gave me the opportunity to go to school as my main priority for the first time in my entire lift. I've always worked and gone to school part-time. In this last year, I'm finally able to focus solely on my education."
- Stephanie, Seinfeld Scholar

Overview

The Seinfeld Scholars program offered through a generous gift from Syracuse University Life Trustee Judy Seinfeld '56 is available to part-time, undergraduate students studying through the College of Professional Studies. Selected scholars are awarded a $4,000 scholarship and serve as ambassadors for non-traditional student participation, engagement and belonging in all aspects of academic life at Syracuse University.

The College of Professional Studies provides pathways for students to pursue a college education on their own terms. The College of Professional Studies strives to meet students where they are and create the conditions for their academic, personal, and professional success. The Seinfeld Scholars Program provides students at the College of Professional Studies the opportunity to tell their story and shine a light on nontraditional pathways to education and freedom many students thought has escaped them.

There's so much potential to be unlocked even though we're remote, and those barriers can be removed for those that seek to remove them.

Tashika Lewis Seinfeld Scholar

College of Professional Studies Students

Selection Criteria

Scholarship award for College of Professional Studies undergraduate students who have been enrolled for a minimum of two consecutive semesters and have at least 12 credits earned. Minimum GPA requirement of 2.7

Awardees will receive a $4,000 scholarship with the first half distributed after successful completion of BPS 300 Seinfeld Scholars Program: Business and Community Engagement. Class will be completed in the fall semester and paid for by the scholarship. The second half will be distributed at the end of the spring semester.

Leadership:

Demonstrates the ability to lead and inspire people and/or organizations

Community Engagement:

Has a record of engagement or service, and commitment to improving the lives of others

Mentorship:

Demonstrates a willingness to take initiative in helping others, guide peers and foster potential

Representation:

Has the ability to attend on campus events and meetings to represent and advocate on behalf of non-traditional students at the College of Professional Studies

Application

Applications will be accepted from January 1, 2026 through May 8, 2026.

Apply for the Seinfeld Scholars Program

Questions?

Please email seinfeldscholar@syr.edu with your questions.