Columbia & NYC DOE Scholarship

[slphopefulmeg]

Hi everyone! I heard back from Columbia a couple weeks ago and also received my financial aid package, but have not gotten a clear answer on scholarships. Have these already been sent out or is Columbia still working on this? I am sure all the things going on here with COVID-19 are delaying decisions a bit, especially since Columbia has been closed for a while (and is on spring break this week anyway). Does anyone have more info than I do about this?

Also, does anyone know how competitive the NYC DOE scholarship is? This would make a huge difference in my decision re: funding, but I have no concept of how many people even get the scholarship or if it's worth attempting. Thank you!

[Arnyc]

Hi! When I got my acceptance email, I received another email not 10 minutes later with financial aid information. 

And I would say the DOE scholarship is extremely competitive. My friend applied last year and did not get it. She's trilingual, excellent grades, extensive research experience and work experience. I also think the school you attend has something to do with it. They're more likely to pay for a cheaper school than TC, for example. I'm still debating whether or not I want to apply to this scholarship or go into the military after my CFY. I don't think I want to work in NY, let alone the Bx for 4 years

[slphopefulmeg]

7 minutes ago, Arnyc said:

Hi! When I got my acceptance email, I received another email not 10 minutes later with financial aid information. 

And I would say the DOE scholarship is extremely competitive. My friend applied last year and did not get it. She's trilingual, excellent grades, extensive research experience and work experience. I also think the school you attend has something to do with it. They're more likely to pay for a cheaper school than TC, for example. I'm still debating whether or not I want to apply to this scholarship or go into the military after my CFY. I don't think I want to work in NY, let alone the Bx for 4 years

thank you!! I got my financial aid info but they made it sound like scholarships were separate. I've been assuming that no news means no scholarships but just was curious if they were waiting to send them out (since a package of like $50k/yr in loans doesn't make me feel amazing!). That is really helpful re: the scholarship. I want to apply bilingually, but am also worried about getting stuck in a school placement that I hate for 4 years, if I even was to get it. I'll probably end up choosing a cheaper school in the end but want to explore all options before I decide 

[Arnyc]

3 hours ago, slphopefulmeg said:

thank you!! I got my financial aid info but they made it sound like scholarships were separate. I've been assuming that no news means no scholarships but just was curious if they were waiting to send them out (since a package of like $50k/yr in loans doesn't make me feel amazing!). That is really helpful re: the scholarship. I want to apply bilingually, but am also worried about getting stuck in a school placement that I hate for 4 years, if I even was to get it. I'll probably end up choosing a cheaper school in the end but want to explore all options before I decide 

I'm afraid so ? my financial aid email listed scholarships as well. You can always ask about work-study positions or GA positions. I was offered a work-study position and after speaking to my friend who attends there I learned not everyone accepts theirs. So if there are spots available you may be able to get one! If you want more specific info you can PM me  

[temedmjolk]

I also received a financial package info when I got the acceptance email. It only listed TC scholarship, but I've heard from previous students that the department distributes funding as well. Crossing my fingers and hoping they'll send it out in a few days...

[slphopefulmeg]

Thank you both!! I was unclear if there was a difference between the financial aid package and other scholarships so this is helpful. 

5 hours ago, temedmjolk said:

I also received a financial package info when I got the acceptance email. It only listed TC scholarship, but I've heard from previous students that the department distributes funding as well. Crossing my fingers and hoping they'll send it out in a few days...

This is what I was confused about as well so hopefully we will get a solid answer eventually

[slphopefulmeg]

Just wanted to update for anyone else curious as I heard back from Columbia: they said that most scholarships are already sent out, but that they are finalizing offers through early April so more will be sent out before then. This was info from a TC person, didn't seem necessarily program-specific but just FYI!