Helen Weber Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility

• Be of Polish heritage. Non-biological children of Polish parents are encouraged to apply and receive equal consideration.
• Maintain a permanent address in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire, or Hampden County.
• Have sophomore standing with at least 36 credits at an accredited four-year college or university.
• Students completing a two-year community college program may qualify if accepted for transfer to a four-year institution.
• Major in Media or Communication Specialist studies, Library Science, or Journalism.
• Have never previously received a Polish Junior League Undergraduate Scholarship.

Requirements

• Complete the Polish Junior League scholarship application.
• Submit an official transcript.
• Submit a one-page essay discussing education, career goals, Polish heritage, and how the scholarship would help.
• Submit at least one current recommendation letter.
• Provide two additional non-family references.
• Submit all documents by May 1.

How to Apply

1. 1Select the Helen Weber Memorial Scholarship on the Polish Junior League application.
2. 2Confirm that your major meets the scholarship's field-of-study requirement.
3. 3Prepare the one-page heritage and goals essay.
4. 4Request the required recommendation and identify two additional references.
5. 5Arrange for your official transcript.
6. 6Submit the complete application by May 1.