Are you a leukemia survivor? Do you have a family member affected by leukemia? Tell us your story and apply for our $1,500 college scholarship.
The deadline to apply for the Fall 2018 scholarship is June 30, 2018.
The Cordisco & Saile Leukemia Scholarship is personal to attorney Michael Saile. Michael’s son is currently battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). He recently completed his treatment at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and is showing tremendous bravery in his fight against the disease.
“It brings my family and our firm great joy to offer this scholarship to a deserving student affected by leukemia,” says Michael. “We hope this scholarship relieves some financial burden for a student who has already sacrificed so much in their fight against this disease.”
Eligibility for the Leukemia Scholarship
Applicants must meet the following requirements to qualify:
- 3.0 GPA;
- Currently enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college or university;
- Survivor of leukemia or has an immediate family member affected by leukemia;
- Complete and submit essay and scholarship application;
- Submit unofficial transcript; and
- Agree to terms and conditions.
Essay Topics for the Leukemia Scholarship
Applicants must complete a 500 to 1,000-word essay on one of the following topics and submit it along with their application.
- How has your experience with leukemia influenced your career or academic aspirations?
- What character trait(s) did you attain or grow as a result of your experience with leukemia?
- How would you give hope and support to somebody recently diagnosed with leukemia?
How to Apply for the Leukemia Scholarship
You must submit your application by filling out the form on the right side of this page. Applications submitted in any other manner will not be considered.
The deadline to apply for the Fall 2018 scholarship is June 30, 2018.