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Single-parent U.S. citizens or permanent residents at least 17 years old who are enrolled or will be enrolled at an accredited U.S. college or university for the Spring 2027 semester as an undergraduate or graduate student.
One $1,500 award. Funds may be used for tuition, textbooks, and other academic expenses.
Submit proof of enrollment, contact information, a headshot, and a 500-750 word essay on your circumstances, why you are pursuing a degree, your career goals, and how education will benefit you and your child.
Offered by The Fealy Law Firm, PC to support single parents balancing family and school.
The Family First Scholarship awards $1,500.
The deadline is January 11, 2027. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: United States; Single parent; US citizen; US permanent resident. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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