Cancer Scholarships: Scholarships for Cancer Survivors & Family Members

Scholarships for Cancer Patients, Survivors, and Their Siblings

Dealing with cancer is tough, but there are scholarships out there to help students who have faced this challenge—whether they’re patients, survivors, or siblings of those affected. These scholarships provide financial support so that education remains within reach. Here’s a list of programs that offer help:

• Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation – Supports young survivors who have lost a parent or guardian.
• Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship Program – For childhood cancer survivors pursuing higher education.
• Bristol-Myers Squibb Scholarship for Cancer Survivors – Helps survivors studying science, medicine, or related fields.
• Cameron Siemers Foundation for Hope – Assists those impacted by life-threatening illnesses, including cancer.
• Cancer for College – Provides scholarships to cancer survivors, celebrating their strength and resilience.
• Cancer Survivors Fund – Helps survivors by funding education and offering encouragement.
• Chalik & Chalik Annual Survivors Scholarship – Awards financial aid to students who have battled cancer.
• Childhood Cancer Canada Scholarship – Supports Canadian childhood cancer survivors in their studies.
• Children’s Cancer Center Scholarships – Assists pediatric cancer patients and survivors in Florida.
• Deana’s Wish Memorial Scholarship – Honors Deana’s memory by helping young women affected by cancer.
• Expect Miracles Foundation Scholarship – Supports students who have faced cancer with financial aid.
• Friends of Scott Foundation Scott Delgadillo Scholarship – Helps young survivors in their educational journey.
• Hawaii Children’s Cancer Foundation: Frank Seleny College Scholarship – For Hawaii residents impacted by childhood cancer.
• Jackie Spellman Scholarship Foundation – Assists students who have fought cancer or other serious illnesses.
• John Foy & Associates Strong Arm Leukemia Scholarship – Supports leukemia survivors pursuing law or advocacy.
• Kids 4 Kids with Cancer Scholarship – Helps young survivors with their college dreams.
• Lep Foundation for Youth Education Cancer Support Scholarship – Aids students affected by a parent’s cancer diagnosis.
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Law School Scholarship – For law students who have battled blood cancers.
• Making Headway Foundation Scholarships – Supports children affected by brain or spinal cord tumors.
• Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance Scholarship – Helps students impacted by mesothelioma.
• Michael A. Hunter Memorial Scholarship – Honors a young leukemia survivor by supporting others like him.
• Miles of Hope Scholarship – Assists breast cancer survivors and their families in the Hudson Valley.
• Mothers and Daughters Against Cancer Scholarships – Supports young women whose lives have been touched by cancer.
• My Hometown Heroes Scholarship Fund for Young Adult Cancer Survivors – Helps survivors continue their education.
• National Collegiate Cancer Foundation: Legacy Scholarship – For students who have lost a parent to cancer.
• National Collegiate Cancer Foundation: Survivor Scholarship – Supports young adult cancer survivors.
• Nicki Leach Foundation – Specifically for students attending the University of North Florida.
• Patient Advocate Foundation Scholarships for Survivors – Helps survivors with chronic illnesses, including cancer.
• Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation – Supports survivors of childhood brain tumors.
• Simon Cancer Foundation Scholarships – Assists Indiana students impacted by cancer.
• Southern California Association of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses (SCAPHON) Scholarships – For students in their service area.
• Special Love for Children with Cancer – Provides scholarships to kids who have faced cancer.
• Stephen T. Marchello Scholarship Foundation – Honors Stephen’s memory by helping young cancer fighters.
• Stephen’s Soldiers Cancer Scholarship – Supports students who have battled cancer.
• The Orion Fund for College Students in Health Crisis – Helps students dealing with serious illnesses.
• The SAM Fund Grants – Assists young adult cancer survivors with education and living expenses.
• The Susan Fund – For students in Fairfield County, CT, who have faced cancer or other challenges.
• Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults – Specifically for young adults in Howard County, Maryland.

Some local branches of the American Cancer Society also offer scholarships—check with your regional office for details.

Scholarships for Students Who Have a Parent with Cancer

If your mom or dad has (or had) cancer, you’re not alone. These scholarships are here to help ease the financial burden of college:

• LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program – For students who lost a parent to cancer or have a parent currently battling it.
• MaryEllen Locher Foundation Children of Breast Cancer Scholarships – Helps kids in the Chattanooga, TN, area whose moms had breast cancer.
• Pink Ribbon Scholarship – Supports students whose lives have been impacted by breast cancer.
• PinkRose Foundation – Provides aid to those who have lost a parent to breast cancer.

You’re Not Alone—Help Is Available

We know that cancer affects more than just health—it can also create financial struggles, especially when it comes to education. But there are many organizations ready to support students who have faced this battle, whether personally or through a loved one.

These scholarships do more than just provide money for school—they recognize your strength and encourage you to keep moving forward. No matter where you are in your journey, there are resources to help you achieve your dreams.

Don’t let financial worries stop you from pursuing higher education. Your story matters, and there are people who want to help.