  {"id":6270,"date":"2020-10-22T09:54:33","date_gmt":"2020-10-22T13:54:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/149.4.100.129\/academics\/ecp\/?page_id=6270"},"modified":"2026-01-26T13:32:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T18:32:44","slug":"kessler-presidential-scholarship","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.qc.cuny.edu\/academics\/kpsp\/","title":{"rendered":"Kessler Scholars Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0)&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;16px|||||&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; header_6_font=&#8221;Ubuntu|700|||||||&#8221; header_6_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; header_6_font_size=&#8221;35px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#e71939&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|10px|10px|10px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;off|20px|20px||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h6 class=\"entry-title\" style=\"text-align: center\">\u00a0Kessler Scholarship Program<\/h6>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.qc.cuny.edu\/academics\/kpsp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2025\/10\/Kessler-Students-Jumping.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;A group of people sitting on grass outdoors looking at a laptop.&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Kessler Students Jumping&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;About the Kessler Scholar Program &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]The Kessler Scholars Program is a visionary program that provides academic, financial, and social support to exceptional students who are among the first in their family to attend college, helping them achieve their dreams. 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AP Credit and College NOW is okay)<\/li>\n<li>Eligible for Financial Aid through one of the following: TAP, DREAM ACT, PELL, EXCELSIOR<\/li>\n<li>Cannot be enrolled in other Honors Programs or other special support programs (i.e. Macaulay Honors Program, Freshman Honors, SEEK)<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">Demonstrated commitment to leadership, community service, and overcoming intellectual challenges<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">High school GPA of 80 (3.0) or higher (but all are encouraged to apply)<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Academic integrity, civility, and respect for others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Program Benefits &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #000000\">As soon as you are admitted to the program, we will guide you through enrollment, orientation, and class registration. We offer a summer program with virtual and on-campus activities to help students prepare themselves for academic success. This experience will help you form communities to feel at home during your transition to college.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000\">One of the most valuable aspects of the program is the community and the experiences that Kessler Scholars share. Personal connections are formed in the Peer Mentor Program, which pairs new students with supportive program members. Community service opportunities reflect students\u2019 altruistic interests, and professional development events focus on promising futures. Dedicated faculty and staff offer weekly opportunities to be in touch and talk about courses, finances, etc. They guide students as they pursue internships, competitive local and national awards, and graduate study experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4>Kessler<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Tuition support to supplement financial aid (last dollar scholarship to meet ful cost of tuition)<\/li>\n<li>A $500 stipend for books and other expenses every semester<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">One-on-one advising<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">Peer-to-peer mentoring<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">A welcoming community where you can find friends and supportive older students<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">Small, discussion-based cohort classes with faculty dedicated to your college success<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">Unique leadership development and service opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">Priority admission to campus housing (if applicable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">Priority consideration for Student Research Opportunities Program (SROP) at University of Michigan<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>黑料专区<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">Priority consideration for internships<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\">Access to summer research programs and CUNY wide study abroad opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Program Requirements &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]The Kessler Scholars Program is committed to supporting students who offer time and talent to help others. As a Kessler Scholar, you are expected to bring your spirit of service to our community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Program requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Earn 30 credits per academic year<\/li>\n<li>Maintain a 2.7 GPA for up to 45 credits and then a 3.0 GPA after<\/li>\n<li>In the fall semester of your first year, enroll in the Kessler seminar and English 110 (unless exempt). 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