The UNICO Foundation will grant the Dr. Benjamin Cottone Memorial Scholarship to a senior at a campus based public or private college or university or hold a degree thereof who will be pursuing a medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy degree, or is currently enrolled in an accredited medical school within the United States. The candidate must pursue their study within the academic year 2026-2027. Online degree programs are not eligible for UNICO scholarships. Applicants must have at least one parent of Italian heritage. Documented and notarized proof may be requested by the selection committee, if necessary. It is optional but students may submit a UNICO Chapter or District letter of endorsement. If applicants are being sponsored by a local chapter, a chapter of a family member or a local district, they will be asked to provide the name and email address for the chapter/district contact. They will receive an email requesting their sponsorship and/or the option of attaching a letter of endorsement. It is optional but applicants may submit a resume or any other pertinent information to explain their school experience. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the UNICO Foundation Inc. for more information.