Massachusetts Federation of Polish Women's Clubs Scholarship

Eligibility

• Be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
• Be of Polish descent.
• Be a resident of Massachusetts.
• Be a college freshman, sophomore, or junior at the time of application.
• Maintain a GPA of at least 3.0.
• Pursue full-time undergraduate study in the United States.
• Qualified residents of New England may be considered if no Massachusetts applicants apply.
• The scholarship may be received only once.

Requirements

• Complete the Kosciuszko Foundation scholarship application.
• Provide proof of Polish ancestry.
• Submit the required essay or statement of purpose.
• Provide a curriculum vitae or resume.
• Submit official academic transcripts.
• Submit the required academic recommendation letters.
• Provide financial information requested by the Foundation.
• Pay the $40 non-refundable application fee.
• Ensure recommendation letters are submitted by the separate recommendation deadline.

How to Apply

1. 1Confirm that you meet the Massachusetts residency, Polish-descent, academic-level, and GPA requirements.
2. 2Watch for the next application cycle to open in October 2026.
3. 3Complete the Kosciuszko Foundation tuition scholarship application.
4. 4Upload proof of Polish ancestry and the required supporting documents.
5. 5Prepare a strong essay or statement of purpose describing your academic interests, activities, and short- and long-term goals.
6. 6Provide the requested financial information.
7. 7Arrange for official transcripts to be submitted according to Foundation instructions.
8. 8Request the required academic recommendation letters early enough for recommenders to meet their separate deadline.
9. 9Pay the $40 non-refundable application fee.
10. 10Submit the application by February 2, 2027.
11. 11Ensure recommendation letters are submitted by February 15, 2027.