The Matthew Peddy Changing Lives Scholarship offers $1,000 to graduate students at 's Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice. Eligible students must have a minimum 3.00 GPA, be U.S. residents, demonstrate financial need, and be pursuing a degree in criminal justice, education, or human services. Applications are due by December 31, 2026.
12.31.26
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$1,000
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Apr 23, 2026
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Education, Public Administration and Social Service, Security and Protective Services
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To apply, submit a FAFSA and a 500-word essay on how your NSU degree will change your life or the impact of the scholarship.
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The Matthew Peddy Changing Lives Scholarship offers $1,000 to graduate students at . Eligible fields include criminal justice, education, and human services. Apply by December 31, 2026.
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