Announcing the Inaugural:
The Niedre M. Heckman Growth and Empowerment Scholarship is dedicated to supporting individuals with albinism who are pursuing their goals in fields that align with their passions and strengths, including trades, business, science, technology, and the fine arts.
Both new and returning undergraduate students making satisfactory progress through their academic or certification programs may apply annually. While there is no minimum GPA requirement, applicants must demonstrate acceptance into a degree or certificate program and maintain satisfactory academic standing.
Candidates will be evaluated on the following:
- Quality of personal statement showcasing a drive to achieve academic and career success, regardless of personal circumstances.
- Quality of essay demonstrating a commitment to community awareness with the desire and plan to give back.
- Financial need.
- Quality of two academic or professional references.
View the detailed application requirements.
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Application deadline May 1st
Detailed Application Requirements
To ensure your application is complete, please submit the following documents through the application form before the deadline:
- COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM
- LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE OR ENROLLMENT
- ALBINISM DIAGNOSIS VERIFICATION
- Provide a signed eye report/letter from an eye care professional.
- HOUSEHOLD INCOME VERIFICATION
- Provide one of the following: most recent tax return, W-2 form, statement of income from Social Security, or other proof of income or financial support.
- PERSONAL STATEMENT – 300-500 words
- Describe your career objective and explain how your selected post-secondary education will help you achieve it.
- ESSAY – 500-1000 words
- Describe a community of your choice, including a detailed narrative on how and when you intend to give back to that community after obtaining your degree or certification.
- TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
- Provide recommendations from an instructor, teacher, counselor, community leader, or mentor that affirm the applicant’s internal motivation, aptitude, and enthusiasm for their chosen field of study.