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Bold Success Scholarship

Funded by
$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
May 29, 2022
Winners Announced
Jun 29, 2022
Education Level
Any

“However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at,” -Stephen Hawking.

We all have different definitions of success, but no matter what it means to you it’s possible to achieve your goals with enough hard work. College is likely a step you’re taking in order to achieve your dreams, but the high costs can be discouraging.

This scholarship aims to help driven students afford their college education so they can pursue a successful career.  

Any student may apply for this scholarship opportunity. To apply, tell us about your future goals and your plan for reaching success.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Need, Boldest Bold.org Profile
Published February 28, 2022
Essay Topic

Please tell us about your goals for the future and how you plan to achieve success.

150–300 words

Winning Application

Mayra Andreu
University of Illinois at ChicagoChicago, IL
Christian Herbster
Marywood UniversityNanticoke, PA
I had difficulty finding and keeping a doctor as a youth, and my health suffered for years. I've become extremely passionate about serving patients in medically underserved communities, reaching out to children in those communities who may lack a sense of purpose in their lives, like me as a child, and helping them walk through their journey and realize their potential. I look forward to serving those in need through the National Health Service Corps in primary care, especially people within my locality. This opportunity is specifically significant for me as someone who grew up in a healthcare deficit, low-income community and was raised within a single-parent household. Being from a marginalized area, I strongly desire to pay it forward and be a role model for others from impoverished environments. For instance, I volunteered with Students Together Achieving Remarkable Success (STARS) at Marywood University, where I tutored and mentored Latinx youths from the Scranton area. This experience gave me greater insight into an individual's impact on others. One of the students mentored was noticeably shy and anxious around others. Though we came from different backgrounds and ethnicities, I saw qualities of myself in him. We worked to help him set goals, career aspirations and define who he aspires to be. It was an extraordinary experience to influence someone, and I recognized my struggles and watched them grow. As a future PA, I passionately look forward to similar moments where I get the opportunity to have a positive influence on patients' lives while providing support and care through their adversities. Along with directly serving underserved communities as a Physician Assistant, I plan to advocate for fair, equitable healthcare. I hold several leadership positions currently at Marywood University, including vice-president of an honor society, and plan to continue leadership in PA organizations.

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 29, 2022. Winners will be announced on Jun 29, 2022.