UNICO Scholarship Program, USA ($10,000 Joseph L. Manganaro Memorial Scholarship)

The UNICO Scholarship Program is now open for applications, offering a prestigious $10,000 Joseph L. Manganaro Memorial Scholarship to outstanding students in the United States. This scholarship is administered by UNICO National, an organization dedicated to promoting Italian heritage, education, and community service.

This opportunity is ideal for high-achieving students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to community service, and who are planning to pursue higher education in the U.S.

Degree Level

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree)
Technical/Vocational Programs
Open to students entering or currently enrolled in accredited institutions

Available Subjects

Open to all academic disciplines
No specific major restriction

Benefits

The UNICO Scholarship provides:

Award amount: $10,000
Number of awards: At least 1 (may vary yearly)
Payment: Financial support toward college or technical education

Eligible Nationalities

Applicants must:

Be United States citizens
Be at least 18 years old
Be associated with a UNICO Chapter (through residence, study, or sponsorship)

Note: The scholarship is open to all ethnicities, despite UNICO’s focus on Italian heritage.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

Be a high school graduate or currently enrolled student
Plan to attend or already attend an accredited college, university, or technical school in the USA
Demonstrate:
- Strong academic performance
- Leadership skills
- Integrity and work ethic
- Commitment to community service
Obtain sponsorship from an active UNICO Chapter, District, or Member

Application Procedure

Applicants must follow a sponsorship-based application process:

Step-by-step guide:

Identify and confirm your association with a local UNICO Chapter
Contact a UNICO Chapter for sponsorship
Obtain the official scholarship application form
Prepare required documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Supporting materials
Submit the complete application before the deadline

Important: Applications without UNICO sponsorship will not be considered.

Application Deadline

15 April

About UNICO National

UNICO National is one of the largest Italian American service organizations in the United States. Through its foundation, it supports education, charitable initiatives, and cultural preservation.

The Joseph L. Manganaro Memorial Scholarship reflects UNICO’s commitment to empowering students who excel academically while contributing positively to their communities.