Life Happens Life Lessons Scholarship

Scholarship List Amount Amount:
$15,000
Calendar Deadline:
March 01, 2026
Stack Star Awards Available:
23
Eligibility Criteria:
Current Year in School
Personal Interest/Attribute
Citizenship
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Scholarship Description

The Life Lessons Scholarship Program, sponsored by Life Happens, provides financial assistance to students who have experienced the loss of a parent or legal guardian and face financial hardship due to limited or no life insurance coverage.

Scholarship Details

  • Applications accepted annually from February 1 to March 1
  • Open to college-bound high school seniors and current college students
  • Applicants must submit an essay or video describing how the loss of a parent impacted their lives

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian
  • Must be attending a college, university, or trade school in the upcoming fall semester
  • Must be a legal resident of the U.S. or Puerto Rico

Application Process

  1. Complete the online scholarship application between February 1 and March 1
  2. Submit an essay or video detailing how the loss of a parent affected your life
  3. Provide any additional required documentation as part of the application
  4. Await notification regarding scholarship selection

The Life Lessons Scholarship Program provides financial support to students who have faced life-changing adversity, helping them continue their education. If you meet the eligibility requirements, apply between February 1 and March 1 to share your story and secure funding for college.

Contact

Scholarship Committee

Life Happens
1000 Wilson Blvd, Suite 1890
Arlington, VA 22209