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The Boxercraft Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer Scholarship (ID 2782)


Scholarship Description

Start Date:
1/1/2017
Deadline:
7/15/2017
Website:
http://www.boxercraft.com/pancreatic-cancer-scholarship/
Amount:
$2,000
Description:
At Boxercraft, we have felt the effects of pancreatic cancer on a personal level. One of our employees recently received a diagnosis, and we want to support him, as well as other families across the country, that have been affected by pancreatic cancer. Our hope is that the Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer Scholarship will both raise awareness and attention to those fighting against the disease, as well as ease the financial burden of college for these families while they are going through this difficult time.

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Eligibility

Gender:
NA
Eligibility:
In order to qualify for the Boxercraft Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer Scholarship, a few recommendations must be met. The scholarship is open to students who have:
Have a family member who has survived or is currently fighting pancreatic cancer
Are currently fighting or have survived pancreatic cancer themselves
In addition, applicants must:
Be a high school senior,
Have been accepted into an accredited college or university,
Have a 3.0 GPA or higher, and
Submit an essay regarding one of the topics below.
Special Criteria:
Please submit a 500 to 1,000 word essay on ONE of the following topics:
How has pancreatic cancer had an effect on your life? How have your priorities changed?
What actions have you taken to bring awareness and attention to pancreatic cancer in your community?
What have you learned from your experience with pancreatic cancer, and how might you help others because of it?
How to Apply
To apply for the Boxercraft Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer Scholarship, please complete our online application and attach your transcript and essay.