College of Business Scholarships
Supporting Academic Excellence
The College of Business offers several scholarships each year to current CoB students, each ranging from a few hundred dollars to full tuition.
The availability of scholarships varies from year to year and is contingent upon donor resources and interests, as well as variable economic trends. Accordingly, eligibility requirements vary by scholarship.
Please note that for all of these scholarships, students must be officially admitted and matriculated in the College of Business.
Stony Brook University uses Scholarship Universe as a platform for students to apply for and accept scholarship opportunities across campus.
Be sure to log into Scholarship Universe regularly as the university continues to enter scholarships on an ongoing basis.
Explore Scholarship Opportunities
Make Your Business Education More Affordable
A variety of scholarships are available each year to help you pursue your academic
and career goals. Awards vary in size and focus, providing financial support tailored
to different achievements and interests. Check below to learn more about the opportunities
available to you, and explore the options that can make your educational journey more
affordable.
Discover Scholarships and Awards That Fit You
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $1,000 is intended to support and encourage worthy undergraduate students in the College of Business, ideally seeking a career in insurance.
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $1,000 is intended to support and encourage worthy undergraduate students in the College of Business, ideally seeking a career in insurance.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $500 is intended for eligible and worthy graduate students in the College of Business.
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $500 is intended for eligible and worthy graduate students in the College of Business.
Scholarship Amount: Up to $15,710 (as long as health insurance is included)
Established through the generosity of the Comberiate family, this scholarship of up to $15,710 is intended to support and encourage worthy undergraduate students in the College of Business. This scholarship will be applied toward tuition and fee charges. Note: Students participating in the New York State's Excelsior Scholarship will see a reduction to their Excelsior Scholarship if accepted for this award, as the Excelsior Scholarship covers any remaining gap in tuition expenses.
Established through the generosity of the Comberiate family, this scholarship of up to $15,710 is intended to support and encourage worthy undergraduate students in the College of Business. This scholarship will be applied toward tuition and fee charges. Note: Students participating in the New York State's Excelsior Scholarship will see a reduction to their Excelsior Scholarship if accepted for this award, as the Excelsior Scholarship covers any remaining gap in tuition expenses.
Scholarship Amount: $750
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $750 is intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the banking industry.
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $750 is intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the banking industry.
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
This Scholarship honors Professor Ilana Shanks, who provided a model for intellectual excellence, unflagging positive energy, and diversity and inclusion in her classes, the University, and the field of marketing. After receiving her B.S. in Finance from St. John’s University in 2007 and spending a decade in the financial services industry, Lana received an MA in Psychology at New York University and a Ph.D. in Marketing from Florida State in 2019. She joined the Stony Brook College of Business in 2019, and her students and colleagues alike were deeply impressed by the excitement and enthusiasm she brought to all aspects of her professional life--whether through her trailblazing research on consumer responses to advanced technology in the marketplace, her outstanding teaching and mentorship activities, or her infectious smile. She tragically passed away in the Spring of 2021, and this Scholarship celebrates her legacy.
This Scholarship honors Professor Ilana Shanks, who provided a model for intellectual excellence, unflagging positive energy, and diversity and inclusion in her classes, the University, and the field of marketing. After receiving her B.S. in Finance from St. John’s University in 2007 and spending a decade in the financial services industry, Lana received an MA in Psychology at New York University and a Ph.D. in Marketing from Florida State in 2019. She joined the Stony Brook College of Business in 2019, and her students and colleagues alike were deeply impressed by the excitement and enthusiasm she brought to all aspects of her professional life--whether through her trailblazing research on consumer responses to advanced technology in the marketplace, her outstanding teaching and mentorship activities, or her infectious smile. She tragically passed away in the Spring of 2021, and this Scholarship celebrates her legacy.
Award Amount: $1,000
Established through the generosity of the London Family, this award is intended to support and encourage worthy students in the College of Business.
Established through the generosity of the London Family, this award is intended to support and encourage worthy students in the College of Business.
Scholarship Amount: $2,500
Established through the generosity of the Long Island Insurance Education Foundation (LIIEF), these scholarships are intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the insurance industry.
The insurance industry is a vast and multifaceted sector that plays a critical role in managing risk and promoting financial stability for individuals, businesses, and institutions. At its core are insurance companies that develop and underwrite a variety of policies-such as life, health, auto, property, and casualty insurance-to protect against potential financial losses.
Agents and brokers serve as the primary link between insurers and customers, providing expert advice, selling policies, and ensuring proper coverage. Underwriters assess risk and determine policy terms and pricing, while claims adjusters evaluate damages and facilitate payouts when policyholders experience loss. Actuaries apply statistical models to predict risk and help set premium rates. Marketing and sales teams craft campaigns to attract and retain clients, leveraging both digital and traditional strategies. Human resources professionals manage talent acquisition, employee relations, training, and compliance across all operational units.
Additionally, IT and data analysts play an increasingly vital role in streamlining operation, improving customer experience, and protecting sensitive information. Legal operations, improving customer experience, and protecting sensitive information. Legal and compliance teams ensure adherence to regulations and help manage contractual obligations. Together, these diverse roles contribute to the industry's goal of delivering reliable protection and peace of mind.
LIIEF is dedicated to strengthening and growing the insurance industry through the development of an Insurance and Risk Management curriculum and degree program at Stony Brook University. This effort, which includes the establishment of an Endowed Chair in Insurance and Risk Management, is being undertaken with the goals of attracting the next generation of insurance professionals, providing them with the rigorous academic training and practical tools they need to succeed, and ultimately, introducing highly qualified young professionals into the field.
Established through the generosity of the Long Island Insurance Education Foundation (LIIEF), these scholarships are intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the insurance industry.
The insurance industry is a vast and multifaceted sector that plays a critical role in managing risk and promoting financial stability for individuals, businesses, and institutions. At its core are insurance companies that develop and underwrite a variety of policies-such as life, health, auto, property, and casualty insurance-to protect against potential financial losses.
Agents and brokers serve as the primary link between insurers and customers, providing expert advice, selling policies, and ensuring proper coverage. Underwriters assess risk and determine policy terms and pricing, while claims adjusters evaluate damages and facilitate payouts when policyholders experience loss. Actuaries apply statistical models to predict risk and help set premium rates. Marketing and sales teams craft campaigns to attract and retain clients, leveraging both digital and traditional strategies. Human resources professionals manage talent acquisition, employee relations, training, and compliance across all operational units.
Additionally, IT and data analysts play an increasingly vital role in streamlining operation, improving customer experience, and protecting sensitive information. Legal operations, improving customer experience, and protecting sensitive information. Legal and compliance teams ensure adherence to regulations and help manage contractual obligations. Together, these diverse roles contribute to the industry's goal of delivering reliable protection and peace of mind.
LIIEF is dedicated to strengthening and growing the insurance industry through the development of an Insurance and Risk Management curriculum and degree program at Stony Brook University. This effort, which includes the establishment of an Endowed Chair in Insurance and Risk Management, is being undertaken with the goals of attracting the next generation of insurance professionals, providing them with the rigorous academic training and practical tools they need to succeed, and ultimately, introducing highly qualified young professionals into the field.
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $1,000 is intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the real estate industry.
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $1,000 is intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the real estate industry.
Scholarship Amount: $7,500
Established through the generosity of the Real Estate Institute (REI), these scholarships are intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the real estate industry. REI serves as a resource for professional career development through symposia, white papers, networking events, coursework and social media. As part of their partnership with the College of Business, REI provides networking opportunities, scholarships, internships and other learning opportunities.
Established through the generosity of the Real Estate Institute (REI), these scholarships are intended to support and encourage students in the College of Business to pursue a career in the real estate industry. REI serves as a resource for professional career development through symposia, white papers, networking events, coursework and social media. As part of their partnership with the College of Business, REI provides networking opportunities, scholarships, internships and other learning opportunities.
Scholarship Amount: $500
This fund is intended to provide an annual award of $500 to an undergraduate student in the College of Business who shows exceptional promise in the Business Management program.
This fund is intended to provide an annual award of $500 to an undergraduate student in the College of Business who shows exceptional promise in the Business Management program.
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $1,000 is intended to support and encourage worthy undergraduate students in the College of Business.
Established through the generosity of its donors, this scholarship of $1,000 is intended to support and encourage worthy undergraduate students in the College of Business.