The "Vaccinate, Educate, Graduate" scholarship is a five-week-long statewide outreach program incentivizing parents to vaccinate their children.
"Finally, the COVID-19 vaccine is here for young New Yorkers age 5 through 11," Governor Hochul said. "Our critical work to make the vaccine accessible and available to all eligible children and their families is underway - and we will creatively support and celebrate those who get vaccinated. The 'Vaccinate, Educate, Graduate' program is an extraordinary opportunity for children to win free tuition to a SUNY or CUNY college or university, and I urge parents and guardians to help their children get vaccinated and enter into this once-in-a-lifetime program."
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Parents or legal guardians of children who have received at least one dose can enter their child to win one of 50 four-year, full-ride scholarships.
These scholarships can be used at any two or four year New York State public college or university and will cover cost of tuition, fees, room-and-board and other expenses.
The program runs through December 19 and will consist of multiple statewide drawings.
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Ten winners will be announced every week starting November 24.
Parents interested in entering their child to win a scholarship can visit the scholarship information page to learn more.
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