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Dr. Marie E. Zakrzewski Medical Scholarship

Program Description
The Dr. Marie E. Zakrzewski Medical Scholarship of $3,500 is awarded each year to a young woman of Polish ancestry for first, second, or third year of medical studies at an accredited school of medicine in the United States. Funding is for academic year 2009-2010.

Eligibility
United States citizens of Polish descent and Polish citizens with permanent residency status in the United States who are entering first, second or third year of M.D. studies in academic year 2009-2010 and who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. This scholarship is open to female residents of the state of Massachusetts. The scholarship is non-renewable.

Selection Criteria
Selection is based on academic excellence, the applicant's academic achievements, interest, motivation, interest in Polish subjects and involvement in the Polish American community. Financial need is taken into consideration. First preference is given to residents of the state of Massachusetts. Qualified residents of New England are considered if no first preference candidates apply.

Application Procedure

 

The scholarship application period for the academic year 09/10 is closed. 


  • Application forms are available through January 14, 2009.
  • Deadline is on or before Thursday, January 15, 2009.
  • Submit a non-refundable application fee of $35 and all supporting materials to the Kosciuszko Foundation. Submit the documents as a completed packet, not seperately, on or before the deadline date.
  • A completed Tuition Scholarship application formand Financial Information page.
  • A personal statement. In detail, discuss your academic goals, career goals, and why you wish to pursue a career in medicine. Be sure to discuss your area of specialization.
  • Two passport-sized photos for publication purposes. Print your full name on the reverse side of each.
  • Official transcripts for the last three full years of school work through Summer 2009. Fall 2008 will not be considered.
  • Two confidential letters of academic reference from professors / teachers submitted on letterhead, enclosed in a sealed envelope and signed across the back flap of the envelope.
  • Provide proof of Polish ancestry. Use birth certificates, passports, naturalization papers and other official documents to show the line of descent from the ancestor who was born in Poland to the applicant. Include a cover page outling your Polish heritage. If documentation is not available, a letter from a prominent member of the community verifying your Polish ancestry will be accepted. Letters from relatives are not accepted.
  • If you have any questions please call (212) 734-2130 ext. 210.

E-mailed and faxed materials will not be considered.

Click here to view timeline table for this scholarship.

Scholarship notifications for academic year 2008-2009 will be made in writing on or about May 15, 2009.

This page reflects scholarships for academic year 2009-2010.

Updates for academic year 2010-2011 expected in September 2009.

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