Arlin Diaz Memorial Scholarship

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Arlin Diaz Memorial Scholarship

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This $1,000 memorial scholarship supports high school or undergraduate students with epilepsy. It requires a 500-750 word essay responding to one of two prompts about your epilepsy journey or how the scholarship would support your education.

Apr 14, 2026

5 days left

$1000

Award amount

301

Scholarship applicants

3

Requirements

Quick decision

AI insights

Best for

  • High school students with epilepsy
  • Undergraduate students with epilepsy
  • Students comfortable writing a personal essay about epilepsy or financial impact

Key highlights

  • Award amount: $1,000
  • One award listed
  • Deadline: 2026-04-14

Why apply

  • The scholarship is specifically for students with epilepsy, which may make it more relevant than broad general scholarships
  • The award can help with education costs
  • The prompts give you two different ways to present your story

Who can apply

  • Must be a high school or undergraduate student
  • Must have a diagnosis of epilepsy
  • The full description says Hispanic applicants studying psychology are preferred
  • Applicants must respond to one of the listed essay prompts

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

Quick facts

Status

_published

Number of awards

1

Payout method

Paid directly to the student

Before you apply

AI guidance

Things to double-check on the official page.

Important checks

  • Verify whether the preference for Hispanic applicants studying psychology affects selection priority
  • Check the official application page for the full list of the 3 requirements mentioned
  • Essay length in the raw listing is 500-750 words
  • Optional supporting images may be uploaded to help your essay and story stand out
  • Confirm any account/profile requirements on Bold before starting

Missing or unclear on the listing

  • The listing does not clearly state whether applicants must be U.S. residents or citizens
  • The listing does not state GPA requirements
  • The listing does not state whether graduate students are eligible
  • The listing does not provide full payment details beyond payout method 'student'
  • The listing does not clearly explain how the preference for Hispanic psychology students is weighed
  • The listing does not specify whether financial need documentation is required

Red flags

  • Only one award is listed
  • The donor is shown as unverified in the raw listing
  • Some details are thin or split across fields, so you should verify the full requirements on the official page
  • There were 301 applicants listed, which may indicate meaningful competition

Next steps

AI guidance

A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

  1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
  2. Prepare the listed materials (2 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
  3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
  4. Apply through the official site linked above.

Application tips

AI guidance

Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

  • Choose the essay prompt that lets you tell the strongest, most specific story
  • If writing about your epilepsy journey, focus on concrete challenges, growth, and how the condition has shaped your education
  • If writing about scholarship impact, clearly explain your education costs and how this award would help you stay focused on school

Key requirements (3)

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

EssayShort answersSpecial eligibility
  • Essay prompt: Please respond to one of the following prompts: 1. Personal Journey - share your own experience with epilepsy. How has epilepsy impacted your life, and what challenges have you encountered along the way? 2.….
  • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student Diagnosis: Epilepsy.
  • Arlin Diaz was a beloved daughter, wife, and mother whose vibrant spirit continues to be an inspiration to many. Arlin was of Dominican and Puerto Rican descent and touched the lives of all who knew her with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering determination.….

Required documents

Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

  • Essay or written statement
  • Medical or disability verification (if applicable)

Applying

Applicants must submit an essay responding to one of two prompts: either share a personal journey with epilepsy or explain how the scholarship would reduce educational financial burden and help honor Arlin Diaz's legacy. The raw listing shows a 500-750 word range and optional image uploads.

Award & payment

Amount: $1000

Number of awards: 1

Payout: Paid directly to the student

About the provider

Diaz

To commemorate the life of our late daughter, Arlin Diaz and provide financial assistance to a college student.

Overview

The Arlin Diaz Memorial Scholarship is a $1,000 memorial award from Diaz that honors Arlin Diaz's legacy by supporting students with epilepsy. It is open to high school and undergraduate students and includes an essay requirement.

Sponsor & application

Information last verified Apr 9, 2026.

Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

FAQ

The listing says it is open to high school or undergraduate students with epilepsy.