Apply for the Scholarship
Review the details below, then complete the secure application form. Please read the Scholarship Rules and Privacy Policy before you submit.
Scholarship Award
$1,000
One-time award
Application Deadline
February 1, 2027
Closes at 11:59 PM EST
Essay Length
400 to 500 words
Single written response
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to any U.S. college or university student
- No GPA, major, gender, or demographic requirements
- Must be registered for Fall 2026
Essay Prompt
“Describe a time when you made sacrifices to help others.”
Respond in 400 to 500 words. Tell us about a specific experience and the impact it had on you and the people you helped.
Application Form
Complete every field below and submit your application before the deadline.
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Before You Submit
Certification
I certify that the information I have provided is true and accurate, that the essay is my own original work, and that I am registered for Fall 2026 at a U.S. college or university.
Publicity Consent
I understand that if I am selected as a scholarship recipient or finalist, the Marc Zboch Academic Scholarship may use my name, school, essay excerpt, photo, and story for scholarship-related publicity, website content, and promotional purposes. I understand that non-selected applicants will not be publicly identified without additional permission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Marc Zboch Academic Scholarship?
The scholarship is open to any U.S. college or university student registered for the Fall 2026 term. There are no GPA, major, gender, or demographic requirements. Full details are listed on our Scholarship Rules page.
Read the Scholarship RulesHow much is the scholarship award?
The Marc Zboch Academic Scholarship is a one-time award of $1,000 paid to one selected recipient.
What is the essay prompt and how long should it be?
Applicants submit an original essay of 400 to 500 words responding to the prompt: Describe a time when you made sacrifices to help others.
When is the application deadline?
All applications must be submitted by February 1, 2027 at 11:59 PM EST. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
How is my personal information protected?
We collect only the information needed to review your application, we do not sell applicant information, and access is limited to the selection team. See our Privacy Policy for the full details.
Read the Privacy Policy