School Scholarships

RMSC SCHOLARSHIPS

Thanks to generous contributions from the community, the RMSC has limited scholarship opportunities available to fund educational experiences. Qualifying experiences include a visit to the RMSC Museum & Science Center, RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and RMSC Cumming Nature Center OR an RMSC Delivers experience at your school. Scholarships will be awarded based on funds available and may cover a portion of or all program fees.

Please submit this application to be considered for funding at least one month in advance of your desired experience. A response will come in email form. Applications may take up to two weeks to review.

Special Experiences, such as Haudenosaunee Days, are already reduced with scholarship funds are not able to be further reduced.

The RMSC would like to extend a special thank you to the Mittra Family Foundation for their generous gift in honor of Bani Mittra.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Erie Canal National Heritage Corridor – Ticket to Ride program

This program provides 100% coverage of transportation costs, plus $6 per person discounted admission, to select institutions with programs and exhibits that tell the stories of the Erie Canal National Heritage Corridor. This program is non-competitive but goes inactive once the funding is exhausted for the year.

ECNHC as an institution is expanding its educational focus to include historically excluded perspectives. Programs that touch on women’s history, Black history, and Native American history are welcomed and funding to experience these programs is supported by the project. Click here to learn more.

To apply, book your field trip with the RMSC at 585.697.1942 and fill in the form via the button below.

Questions? Contact Guest Services at 585.697.1942.