February 2, 2027

Northwestern Mutual Childhood Cancer Sibling Scholarship

Direct application

$5,000
25 winners

Eligibility

Education level
Undergraduate
Status
United States
Enrollment
Full-time
Age
Age up to 25
Grades
GPA 2.5+

About this scholarship

U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 25 and under who are siblings of childhood cancer patients, survivors, or deceased patients may apply for full-time undergraduate or vocational study.

Up to 25 renewable awards of $5,000 are granted annually. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required.

Submit the Scholarship America application with a parent or guardian affidavit. Applications for the 2027-28 academic year open December 1, 2026, with a deadline of February 2, 2027. The Northwestern Mutual Foundation administers the program.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Scholarship America application
  • Parent or guardian affidavit
  • Essay describing the impact of the sibling's childhood-cancer experience and the applicant's educational goals
  • Proof of sibling relationship and eligibility
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Proof of sibling relationship to individual affected by childhood cancer