UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program™

UCB is currently accepting applications for its Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program^TM. Celebrating 12 years of service, the program helps people living with epilepsy, their family members, and caregivers who are pursuing higher education.

• 30 applicants will receive scholarships up to $5,000 for demonstrating academic and personal achievement.
• 2 applicants will receive Epilepsy Leadership Scholarships worth up to $10,000. Winners must demonstrate personal and academic achievement, a passion for advocacy, service to the epilepsy community, and a persevering spirit. This prestigious award honors two leaders in the field who passed away in 2016: Sandra Helmers MD, MPH, and John M. Pellock MD.

A panel of medical professionals and patient advocates will select the scholarship winners.

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the scholarship, you must certify that you are:

• A legal resident of the United States
• A person living with epilepsy or a family member / caregiver of a person living with epilepsy
• Pursuing higher education (associate’s, undergraduate, or graduate degree) or enrolled in a trade school educational program
• A student who demonstrates academic and personal achievement, holds a strong record of extracurricular activities, and serves as a positive role model for others
• Graduating from high school in 2020 or have already graduated from high school
• Enrolled in / awaiting acceptance at a United States-based center for higher learning for fall 2020
• Not a previous UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program^TM recipient
• Not an employee of UCB or an immediate family member of a UCB employee

Find more information on eligibility requirements and how to apply on the scholarship website.

Questions?

• Find answers to frequently asked questions here
• Call 1-866-825-1920
• Email ucbepilepsyscholarship@summitmedcomm.com

Related Links

• Additional Scholarship Information
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