Louise Tumarkin Zazove Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Louise Tumarkin Zazove Foundation
Introduction
The Foundation was formed as a 501(c)3 organization in January 2003 to honor the memory of Louise Tumarkin Zazove (1915–1994) and her longstanding commitment to the Deaf community and higher education. In its inaugural year seven eligible students applied for tuition support and two were awarded scholarships. Since that time the Foundation has provided assistance to more than 58 recipients attending colleges nationwide.
Application timeline and process
- Submission window: applications are accepted from early January through late May each year.
- Decision notification: applicants are informed of awards by mid-July after the review committee completes its recommendations.
- Additional details: information about eligibility, application procedures, and the Foundation’s privacy practices is available online.
- How to apply: submit or update an application through our online portal. Be sure to submit before the close of the application period to be considered for funding.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following to be considered:
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status.
- Significant bilateral hearing loss, defined as an unaided loss of at least 50 dB in each ear. This must be confirmed on an audiogram by either the speech reception threshold (SRT) or the pure tone average (PTA).
- Enrollment as an undergraduate student at an accredited, nonprofit college or university that is physically located within the United States. Applications for graduate or high school tuition are not eligible.
Selection and non-discrimination
Candidates who satisfy the above criteria are evaluated without regard to age, sex, race, ethnicity, or geographic location. Final awards are determined by the Foundation’s board of directors or by individuals the board designates.