Diabetes Impact Scholarship
Out of the approximately 2.3 million freshmen entering college each year, about 7,700 of them have Type 1 diabetes, meaning it affects approximately 1 in every 300 college students.
The implications of a diabetes diagnosis include the constant monitoring of blood sugars, routine doctor’s appointments, and a constant cycle of managing highs and lows. While there has been enormous progress in diabetic management over the last 100 years, diabetics around the world still struggle to get the care they need.
That’s why representation matters. When people with diabetes go into the workforce, they are able to give back to others in the same situation by using empathy and understanding that others may not have. This scholarship will support a student with some form of diabetes who wants to help others with diabetes after they graduate. This could include, but is not limited to, students who aspire to be…
- A medical professional that provides their patients with an empathetic and nuanced understanding of managing a chronic illness
- A scientist studying potential treatments for diabetics
- An inventor interested in developing new or improving existing medical devices
- An entrepreneur whose business ventures would benefit the specific needs of diabetics
- A passionate lobbyist that advocates for medical care reform and the reduction in insulin costs
Undergraduate and graduate students with diabetes are encouraged to apply. To apply, write about what you plan to do in your chosen field to help others that have chronic autoimmune conditions.
Please tell us about what you plan to do in your chosen field to help others that have chronic autoimmune conditions.
Winners and Finalists
November 2025
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Oct 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on Nov 1, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Nov 1, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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