As a childhood cancer survivor, I'm hopeful to find scholarships that might recognize my experience. Does anyone have suggestions for scholarships tailored to someone with this background?
You're certainly in the right place to find resources for scholarships. There are many scholarships out there specifically targeted for cancer survivors or those affected by cancer, recognizing the unique challenges and struggles they've tackled.
1. Patient Advocate Foundation's 'Scholarship for Survivors' Program: This program provides scholarships for individuals who have been diagnosed with or treated for cancer and/or a chronic/life-threatening disease within the past five years.
2. Ulman Foundation Scholarships: The Ulman Foundation offers multiple scholarships for young adults impacted by cancer.
3. Cancer for College: This organization provides one-time and recurring scholarships to current and former cancer patients.
4. Michael A. Hunter Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is granted to high school seniors or graduates who are cancer survivors or currently diagnosed with cancer.
5. Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara (Cancer Survivor's Scholarship): This program is for residents of Santa Barbara County, California, who have completed treatment for cancer.
Please remember to pay close attention to each scholarship's individual criteria and deadlines, as they do vary. I suggest starting your applications sooner rather than later, as some of these scholarships have quite early deadlines. You might also want to connect with your high school counselor or college's financial aid office for additional opportunities, as they often have localized scholarship information. Good luck with your scholarship search!
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