If you are a childhood cancer survivor who is interested in obtaining an undergraduate degree, you might want to consider applying for the Northwestern Mutual Survivor Scholarship. This scholarship is available to individuals who are under the age of 25 and have had cancer during their childhood. Its goal is to support survivors in pursuing post-secondary education and realizing their college aspirations. Funded by the Northwestern Mutual Foundation, the scholarship is a part of the foundation’s efforts to enhance the lives of families and children through community engagement, volunteering, and support. The scholarship awards $5,000 to twenty-five students annually to assist with their educational expenses for the upcoming year. Recipients can renew their scholarships for up to one year or until they complete their bachelor’s degree, whichever comes first. Candidates must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 to continue receiving the award. The foundation requires that applicants submit an application, essays, two letters of recommendation, an official transcript (transcripts are not required if students already have their GPA or high school GPA calculated), and a personal essay. Interviews may be necessary to determine interview availability, potential financial need, academic ability, and interest in the program; some deadlines may also be involved in receiving this scholarship.
