Dean Joseph DePierro Endowed Scholarship

Additional Information

Dr. Joseph V. DePierro (late Dean of Seton Hall University's College of Human Development, Culture, and Media, long-time faculty member, and outstanding educator and public servant) served the education community wholeheartedly and loyally for more than 40 years. As a recognized leader in his discipline, an "educator's educator," he was a highly regarded professor and mentor to countless students who have gone on to be teachers and administrators at all levels of education in the state of New Jersey and far beyond."

The scholarship is awarded annually to a student who:

• Is a full-time undergraduate student in the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media in good academic standing.
• Demonstrates financial need.
• Demonstrates a commitment to excellence.
• Holds a strong record of serving others, especially children and families who are the neediest among us.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a declared undergraduate Education major in good academic standing.
• Must be enrolled full-time and have at least one more undergraduate course year to complete.
• Award will be based on completed applications, references, academic record, financial need, service activities and performance in the field (Incomplete applications or applications that do not follow instructions will not be considered).
• The award is for the academic year (Fall & Spring) and the amount is dependent on available funding.
• The Deadline for Incoming First-Year and Transfer Students for the Fall 2023 semester is March 15.

Application Procedures

Please complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov. Seton Hall’s school code is 002632. Only applicants with filed and processed FAFSAs can be considered.

To apply as a current student, click here.

To apply as a prospective student, click here.

Please provide your References (2) with the following link: CHDCM Scholarship Recommendation Form.