Candidate lists for children of deceased/disabled veterans scholarship

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
This series consists of candidate lists for state scholarships for children of deceased or disabled veterans. Information includes name; address; high school; examination score; rank; college; acceptance or declination; and information relating to graduation, eligibility, and withdrawal. Separate lists identify ineligible applicants for some years and include reason for ineligibility.
Title
Candidate lists for children of deceased/disabled veterans scholarship
Quantity
0.5 cubic feet; (3 volumes)
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
B0450
Creator
Arrangement

Chronological by year, then by preference group.

Administrative History

State scholarships were established in 1936 for the children of deceased or disabled veterans of the armed services. They are awarded on the basis of results from a competitive examination. The scholarships may be used at any approved college, university, or normal school in New York State.

Scope and Content Note

Competitive examinations were held for these scholarships.

The following information is provided about each candidate: name; address; high school; examination score; rank; college; acceptance or declination; and information relating to graduation, eligibility, and withdrawal. Separate lists identify ineligible applicants for 1936-1945, giving reason for ineligibility.

Series B0445, Applications for State Scholarships for Children of Deceased or Disabled Veterans.

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