Amount Awarded: $1,500
Application Deadline: May 12, 2025
Overview:
The MKFM Resilient Student Scholarship, offered by Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, is designed to support students who have grown up in divorced or unmarried-parent households. This $1,500 award recognizes the resilience it takes to overcome family adversity and aims to help reduce the financial burden of pursuing higher education.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must have parents who are divorced or unmarried
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at an accredited U.S. college or university for Fall 2025
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must be 17 years of age or older
Requirements:
- Proof of enrollment for Fall 2025 (e.g., acceptance letter, class schedule)
- Contact information
- A 500-word essay or a two-minute video essay responding to the following prompt: Please share a personal story or experience that highlights your resilience and determination in the face of family challenges. How has growing up in a divorced or unmarried-parent household shaped your character and aspirations for the future?
Selection Criteria:
- Adherence to eligibility and submission requirements
- Quality and clarity of the essay or video
- Authenticity and organization of the narrative
For more information, visit the website at: https://www.mkfmlaw.com/the-mkfm-resilient-student-scholarship