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    John & Ester Scheibel Family Foundation Scholarship

    Greater Washington Community Foundation · Foundation program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    Amount varies

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    This scholarship program is designed to support low-income students who are pursuing post-graduate professional degrees in fields such as law, medicine, and business. Created by retired professionals passionate about education, the fund aims to help students overcome the high costs of graduate school and avoid burdensome student loan debt. By funding advanced education, the program seeks to help recipients achieve personal and career success, enabling them to lift up their families and make positive contributions to their communities.

    Who can apply

    • Graduate student
    • Graduate
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • For low-income graduate students pursuing professional degrees in fields such as law, medicine, or business.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Amount varies
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    One-time or not stated
    Merit-based
    Not stated
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    Not stated

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      See the official page for current dates.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: See the official page for current dates.

    How to apply

    1. Applications are processed through the Greater Washington Community Foundation, which administers the fund established by the donors.

    Provider and source

    Provider
    Greater Washington Community Foundation
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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