William Cohen, M.D. Scholarship

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$5,000

Due: February 17, 2027

Eligibility

William Cohen, M.D. Scholarship, with an application deadline in February, offers one award in the amount of $5000. Ethnicity requirements apply. Location restrictions exist. Restricted to those with financial need.

Description

The William Cohen, M.D. Scholarship will be awarded to an African-American student living in Waterbury that demonstrates promise, financial need, and is a descendant of slaves. This scholarship may be renewable. First-time applicants must have a FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) below $40,000. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, employer, clergy member, guidance counselor, or other community member who they think can best speak to their character, achievements, and potential. Recommendations from relatives or friends are not admissible. There is a different application link for students applying for the first-time and students applying to renew their scholarship. Scholarship renewal applications are due by January 15, 2026. First-time applications are due by February 17, 2026. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Connecticut Community Foundation for more information.

William Cohen, M.D. Scholarship

$5,000

Eligibility

Description

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