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Massachusetts Federation of Polish Women's Clubs

Program Description

The Massachusetts Federation of Polish Women's Clubs Scholarship of $1,250 is award to qualified residents of Massachusetts for their second, third or fourth year of undergraduate studies in the United States. Three scholarships are available. Funding is for academic year September 2011-May 2012.

Eligibility

United States citizens of Polish descent and Polish citizens with permanent residency status in the United States residing in Massachusetts who will be engaged in second, third or fourth year of undergraduate studies during academic year 2011-2012. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Qualified residents of New England will be considered if no applicants from Massachusetts apply. This scholarship is non-renewable. Only one member per immediate family may receive a Massachusetts Federation of Polish Women's Clubs Scholarship during any given academic year.

Selection Criteria

Selection is based on academic excellence, the applicant's academic achievements, interests, motivation, interest in Polish subjects and involvement in the Polish American community. Financial need is taken into consideration.

Application Procedure

Application forms for academic year 2011-2012 will be available here from September 2010 through January 4, 2011.

Submit a non-refundable application fee of $35 and the following supporting materials to the Kosciuszko Foundation. The following materials are due on January 5.

Completed Tuition Scholarship application form and Financial Information page.
A personal statement. In detail, discuss your academic goals, career goals, and the major you are pursuing. Be sure to discuss your area of specialization.
Two passport photos for publication purposes. Print your full name on the reverse side of each. Xeroxed copies are not accepted.
Provide proof of Polish ancestry. Use birth certificates, passports, naturalization papers and other documents to show the line of descent from the ancestor who was born in Poland to the applicant. Include a cover page outlining your Polish heritage. If documentation is not available, a letter from a prominent member of the community verifying your Polish ancestry will be accepted. Letters from relatives are not accepted.
Official transcripts for the last three full years of schoolwork through Summer 2010. Fall 2011 coursework will not be considered.
Two confidential letters of academic reference from professors/teachers submitted on letterhead, enclosed in a sealed envelope and signed across the back flap of the envelope.

If you have any questions please call (212) 734-2130 ext. 210.

E-mailed and faxed materials will not be considered.

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INFORMATION BELOW REFLECTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2010-2011

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All applicants seeking funding towards academic year 2010-2011 via Kosciuszko Foundation's Tuition Scholarship program will be informed of the results of the Scholarship Committee's decision. Notifications are made in writing on or about May 15, 2010.