NEW YORK (WCBS 880) -- Ten more kids from around New York are getting a free ride to college, and it's all because they got vaccinated.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the penultimate round of "Vaccinate, Educate, Graduate" vaccine incentive winners, awarded to kids 5-11 who get their first vaccine dose and enter a random drawing.
So far, 40 kids have won a full scholarship to a SUNY or CUNY school, with 10 more to come next week.
The scholarship includes tuition, room and board. The deadline to enter for the final round is Dec. 19.
This week, four New York City kids won — two from Brooklyn and one each from Staten Island and Queens.
New York City has made up nearly half of the winners so far — 18 in total.
Parents can enter their kids at this link, or by calling 1-833-697-4829. Only one entry per child will be accepted by the state, and the child must have gotten their first vaccine dose at least a day before entering.
