Thomas and May Mathew Educational Scholarship
Thomas and May Mathew were beloved parents who moved from India to Detroit, Michigan, where they created new lives and a family.
Thomas served as a cardiologist for fifty years, and May worked as a preschool teacher for ten. In their respective careers, they made significant impacts on their communities, touching each patient and child they crossed paths with to leave behind a legacy of greatness.
This scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Thomas and May Mathew by supporting students who share their passions for healthcare and education.
Any Asian undergraduate or graduate student in Michigan who is pursuing healthcare or education may apply for this scholarship, but Indian or Malayalee applicants are preferred.
To apply, tell us why you’re pursuing a career in your chosen field and how your heritage has impacted your career choices.
Please describe why you are pursuing a career in healthcare or education. Additionally, please describe your heritage and if that plays into your career decisions and studies.
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The application deadline is Jun 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jul 1, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jul 1, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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