JFS 2011-2012 Calendar

Below are important dates for candidates applying for the 2012-2013 academic year.

October 15, 2011
Application Acceptance period begins

February 15, 2012
Deadline to apply for the 2012-2013 academic year

February 15, 2012
Deadline to complete parent's portion of application

April 21, 2012
Selection Committee Meeting in New York City

May 1, 2012
Applicants receive written notice from the selection committee



This program has truly been a labor of love for Boyd, Carrera, myself and all of the friends who have so diligently served on the Board and Selection committees. We all realized quickly that when you devote your time and efforts to helping others, you truly benefit from the satisfaction of enhancing another life. It is a special privilege to be a part of this program and have an impact on the lives of the children of Jefferies employees.

Sharon Jefferies, Former Director






  • The average total cost for just one year at a private four-year college exceeds $33,000, according to CollegeBoard.com.
  • For the last two years, forty percent of JFS recipients' parents reported total family incomes under $100,000 and many of our scholarship winners are being raised by single parents.
  • Nineteen percent of Jefferies' employees make less than $75,000 per year.