MassMutual Multicultural Scholars Program

MassMutual Multicultural Scholars Program
Calendar
Application Available	November 1, 2010
Application Deadline	May 9, 2011
Application Processing	May 2011 through June 2011
Award Notifications	July 2011
Verification of Enrollment	Fall 2011
Award Distribution	Fall 2011

Program Description MassMutual is proud to sponsor the MassMutual Scholars Program presented by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF), UNCF and the Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF). The MassMutual Scholars Program is funded by the MassMutual Financial Group, and is focused on expanding access and opportunity of higher education and employment to citizens who reflect the rich cultural diversity of our nation.  MassMutual seeks to increase the number of minority students completing college nationally and raising awareness of our national agencies and careers in the insurance and financial services industry. In 2011, MassMutual looks forward to assisting full time students (maximum $5,000 each) with over $135,000 in scholarships. Interested in learning more about MassMutual Financial Group, click here.		APPLY NOW
Eligibility Requirements Be of African American/Black, Asian/Pacific Islander or Hispanic decent Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired) Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Have plans to attend FULL-TIME in a degree-seeking program at a U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam during the 2011-2012 academic year Be entering their sophomore, junior, senior or 5th-year senior year at a college or university or entering their 2nd or 3rd year in a community college Reside or plan to attend an institution in one of the following metropolitan areas:  Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; New Jersey; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Miami, FL; Los Angeles, CA; San Antonio, TX; or San Francisco, CA Students of all majors will be considered Demonstrate leadership and extra curricular activities andinterest in insurance and financial services careers Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)