Mary D. Scholarship
Mary Delores Ryan was a beloved grandmother who left her mark on her family, community, and the world at large.
Mary was a hardworking pioneer in Rhode Island social programs who was dedicated to improving the world. She worked tirelessly to support her family, help her loved ones through their struggles, and raise her four children, all while putting herself through college in her 50s. After leading an impactful life, Mary was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and dementia in the mid-2000s, passing away in 2015 and leaving behind a legacy of greatness carried on by her family.
This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Mary D. Ryan by supporting female students who are pursuing their educational goals later in life.
Any female undergraduate or graduate student in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, or Connecticut who is at least 25 years old, starting school later in life, or returning after a break may apply for this scholarship. However, applicants with volunteering experience or a background benefiting from social programs are preferred.
To apply, tell us what adversity you’ve overcome, what inspired you to return to school, and what your post-graduate goals are.
What type of adversity have you overcome? What influenced your decision to return to school? What do you hope to do once you graduate?
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The application deadline is May 31, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jun 30, 2024.
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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 Jun 30, 2024. 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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