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Andrew J. Zabierek Memorial Scholarship for Massachusetts Veterans

Andrew J. Zabierek Memorial Scholarship for Massachusetts Veterans

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$2,000

Application Deadline:

01/10/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Andrew J. Zabierek Memorial Scholarship for Massachusetts Veterans is a scholarship program established by the Massachusetts Military Heroes Fund. The scholarship is named in honor of Army Specialist Andrew J. Zabierek, who lost his life while serving in Iraq in 2007.

The scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to Massachusetts veterans who are pursuing higher education. Applicants must be residents of Massachusetts and must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserve. They must also be enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited college, university, or vocational school.

The scholarship awards $5,000 per year, renewable for up to four years, to cover tuition, fees, books, and other educational expenses. Selection is based on academic merit, financial need, community involvement, and leadership potential.

Eligibility Criteria For Andrew J. Zabierek Memorial Scholarship for Massachusetts Veterans

The eligibility criteria for the Andrew J. Zabierek Memorial Scholarship for Massachusetts Veterans are as follows:

  • Military affiliation: Applicants must be honorably discharged veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, Reserves, or National Guard.
  • Massachusetts residency: Applicants must be residents of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the application deadline.
  • Educational pursuits: Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university.
  • Academic achievement: Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence and have a minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Financial need: Applicants must demonstrate financial need by submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
  • Essay: Applicants must submit an essay explaining their background, military service, career goals, and how the scholarship will help them achieve those goals.
  • Letters of recommendation: Applicants must submit at least two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to their character, academic performance, and military service.

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