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Scholarship: Life Lessons Scholarship Program
Description: A college education is already a major financial challenge for most American families, but it becomes infinitely more difficult for a student when a parent dies, leaving little or no life insurance. Life insurance is an important financial safety net that o leave their families. Unfortunately, more than 100 million Americans don’t have life insurance, and most with coverage have far less than recommended. Recognizing the character and perseverance that so many young people show in the face of such adversity, Life Happens sponsors the annual Life Lessons Scholarship Program for college students and college-bound high school seniors. Qualified entrants who submit essays or videos about how the death of a parent impacted their lives are eligible for scholarship money.
Eligibility Requirements:
Between 17 – 24 years of age
Have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian
Will be attending college, university or trade school in the US or Puerto Rico in the upcoming fall semester
Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
Legal resident of the United States or Puerto Rico
No employees or household members employed by The Life and Health Insurance Foundation or its affiliates
Have parent’s or legal guardian’s permission to enter if under the age of 18
Application Deadline: March 1st
Website to Apply:
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