Thanks to the Zabar Family Scholarship Fund, the Preservation League of New York State is pleased to offer academic scholarships to the best and brightest preservation students in New York. Applications will reopen in late 2026.
Program Details
Three scholarships of $3,000 each will be awarded. These are competitive scholarships intended to help defray the cost of a students education and support their growth as future leaders in the preservation field.
Scholarships are available to students enrolled in a college, university, or post-graduate program in historic preservation or related fields in New York State.
Eligibility Criteria
You are currently enrolled or will be enrolled in a degree program during the spring 2026 term, pursuing an undergraduate or post-graduate degree at an institution in New York State.
You are a Preservation League Student Member (membership is free! Sign up here.)
You are studying historic preservation or a related field, such as:
Architecture
Architectural Conservation
Engineering
Historic Trades
Landscape Architecture
Materials Science
Museum Studies
Planning
Public History
Sustainability/Environmental Design
You are a permanent resident of the United States.
Additional Opportunity
In addition to receiving a scholarship, successful applicants will be invited to attend the New York Statewide Preservation Conference. The Preservation League will cover hotel accommodations and registration costs, offering recipients a chance to connect with professionals, peers, and mentors in the preservation field.