Kean University Foundation Scholarships
The Kean University Foundation is the university’s primary fundraising and gift-receiving organization. It was founded in 1984 as a non-profit, tax-exempt organization that advances the mission of Kean University by pursuing and securing private support to benefit Kean’s students, faculty, programs, and/or facilities.
Who is eligible?
Admitted undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a degree seeking program can apply. This is a competitive application of Kean's best and brightest students, so be sure to prepare your application thoughtfully.
Note: International students and non-matriculated students are not eligible to receive foundation funding.
The 25/26 Kean University Foundation Application opened in December 2024 and is now closed. Submissions are currently being reviewed and notifications regarding eligibility will be sent to students throughout the summer and into the upcoming academic year.
The 25/26 Post-Deadline Kean University Foundation Application will open Fall 2025, please check back for updates.
Additional Information
Selected scholars will be asked to review the scholarship agreement, accept the award, and submit a formal thank you letter to our generous donor.
These steps are all to be completed on the Scholarship Manager website, login here. For help writing a formal thank you letter, please click here.
*Selected scholarship recipients who do not complete the required final steps of reviewing the scholarship agreement, accepting the award, and submitting the formal thank you letter may no longer be eligible to receive the award.
Scholarship awards have no cash value and we reserve the right to reduce the scholarship amount if the total of all federal, state, and other grant/scholarship awards exceed direct costs defined as tuition, university fees, on-campus room and board, if applicable.
Helpful Tips
- One single application will enable you to be considered for any scholarship that matches your academic history, program, interests, and other criteria.
- Be sure to answer each question in the application. The more complete your application, the better your chances of getting matched.
- Write a well written thoughtful response to the writing prompt. Take this opportunity to introduce yourself to the Scholarship Committee.
- Plan your time. As part of the application, it is highly suggested that you submit a letter of recommendation. Request this from an individual who will be able to provide insight as to who you are and some of your success stories. Your recommendation should come from someone other than a family member, such as a former teacher or academic adviser or someone from a volunteer/community services organization. Be sure to provide ample lead time to ensure you are conscientious of their busy schedules.