NIAF administers nearly 200 scholarships a year (over $10 million awarded since founding), ranging $2,500-$12,000, for students who demonstrate a commitment to or interest in Italian culture and heritage. Requires an active NIAF membership (the student's own, or a parent/guardian/grandparent's, valid one year from registration), a GPA of at least 3.5 (some individual funds allow lower or accept pass-fail students), U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and full-time enrollment at a U.S. accredited institution beginning the fall after applying.
Eligibility
DemographicsRequires an active (paid) NIAF membership — the applicant's own or a parent/guardian/grandparent's — plus demonstrated interest in Italian culture/heritage; not open to the general public.
Applying
Individual scholarships range $2,500-$12,000; some named funds allow a lower GPA