The Foundation was officially established as a 501(c)3 entity in January 2003 to celebrate the life of Louise Tumarkin Zazove (1915-1994) and her support of the Deaf community and of higher education. Seven qualified applicants applied for tuition assistance in the first year, and two of those received scholarships. Since then, the Foundation has supported over 58 grantees at colleges across the country. See below for links to more information about our namesake, our team, and our amazing grantees and alumni.
Scholarship Details
- Supports undergraduate students with significant bilateral hearing loss
- Applicants with cochlear implants are considered equally
- Scholarships awarded to students attending accredited non-profit U.S. colleges
- Established in 2003 and has supported over 40 students
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have at least a 50 dB unaided hearing loss in both ears or use a cochlear implant
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must be enrolled as an undergraduate at a non-profit college physically located in the United States
- No age, sex, race, geographic, or ethnic restrictions
Application Process
- Confirm eligibility based on hearing loss and academic enrollment
- Visit the Louise Tumarkin Zazove Foundation website during the open application period
- Complete and submit the scholarship application form
- Provide required supporting documentation (e.g., proof of hearing loss, academic records)
- Wait for notification from the foundation regarding the outcome of your application
Applicants who meet the above criterion are considered regardless of age, sex, race, geographic location or ethnicity. The final selection of scholarship recipients will be made by the Foundation's board of directors or by designees as directed by the board.
