Fraternal Department

Annual Scholarship Program

Notice: Members of Z-Branches, formerly known as Polish Women’s Alliance of America (PWAA) – who meet all other eligibility criteria may apply for any available scholarships.

More than $287,000 will be awarded to young members of the Association. Winners are chosen by a committee of impartial judges from the educational field, based on the following criteria:

  • Academic Standing
  • Church and/or Community Service
  • School Involvement and Essay

Eligibility: An eligible candidate shall be a member of good standing with the Association for at least three years prior to date of application and hold one of the following policies in his or her own name: a $1,000 minimum permanent life insurance certificate; a $5,000 minimum term certificate; or an annuity certificate. Such membership standing shall be verified from the records of the Home Office.

Applicants are eligible to win once in each of the 5 categories:  Early elementary school (grades 1-4); Older elementary school (grades 5-8); high school; college or vocational/trade/technical; and as a graduate student.

In addition to tuition, the award may now be used for these school-related expenses: Books, fees, and course-specific or degree-related costs, such as supplies and equipment. The Award must be used toward tuition and expenses for the 2025-2026 academic year.  

Deadline:  All applications and supporting paperwork must be POSTMARKED or electronically received by the Home Office no later than Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Applications postmarked or electronically received after this date will not be considered. Materials submitted in support of the application will not be returned. Electronic copies (preferably PDF file) and faxed copies of application and supporting materials will be accepted.

Questions?

For more information, read our Scholarship FAQ (PDF).

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