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Marie J. Smith Esq. Social Sciences Scholarship

Funded by
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Lois Beckford
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Dec 1, 2022
Winners Announced
Dec 29, 2022
Education Level
Any
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school, undergraduate, or graduate
Race/Ethnicity:
Black or Hispanic
Major/Field:
Social Science
Education Level:
Race/Ethnicity:
Major/Field:
High school, undergraduate, or graduate
Black or Hispanic
Social Science

Marie J. Smith, Esq. believed that acquiring an education is a very important step for students to contribute to society in a meaningful way. 

She was an inspiring student, professional, and advocate for education and mental well-being. Marie J. Smith worked hard in all aspects of her life. She pursued and maintained professional success, while still managing family obligations. She persevered through college and obtained her doctorate degree in law. The Marie J. Smith Esq. Social Sciences Scholarship will help like-minded individuals who work to overcome challenges and persevere through college, the same way Marie J. Smith, Esq did. 

High school students, undergraduates, and graduate students are eligible to apply if they are Hispanic or Black and pursuing a career in a social sciences field. In your application, write about how you plan to use your career to make an impact.

Selection Criteria:
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Published August 14, 2022
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Dec 1, 2022
Winners Announced
Dec 29, 2022
Education Level
Any
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Essay Topic

How do you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your career in a social sciences field?

400–600 words

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Dec 1, 2022. Winners will be announced on Dec 29, 2022.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Dec 29, 2022. 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.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future 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.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

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.

How should I get in touch with questions?

If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.

Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.

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