Scholarships for Students Pursuing Degrees in Nursing and Health Professions
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Army Nurse Candidate Program Scholarship Army Nurse Candidate Program Scholarship (ANCP) offers a $10,000 bonus: $5,000 upon acceptance of enrollment documents and $5,000 at start of senior year for students in the program for two years or upon graduation for students in the program for one year. A monthly stipend of $1,000: Must be enrolled as a full-time student to receive the stipend. (This includes the summer months.) This is not a ROTC program, so you will not have to be enrolled in any ROTC classes.
Eligibility: · Applicant must be a junior or senior nursing student · Applicant must be enrolled full-time in an accredited BSN program · Applicant must possess a minimum 3.2 GPA (waiverable) · Applicant must be a U.S. citizen · Applicant must meet the moral and physical qualifications to become an Army Officer
Contact: For more information about this program and other Army benefits contact SFC Milton P. Kamala at 877/851-3404 or email at Milton.Kamala@usarec.army.mil.
Evansville North Civitan Club - Kent M. Sunderman Memorial Scholarship Fund The Kent M. Sunderman Scholarship is tailored to fit the needs of students working to complete the Junior/Senior undergraduate work in the university. Applicants are required to be planning a career in Human Services, which would include the fields of education, social work, and medical related fields, etc. Amount: Up to $1,500, depending upon student need and funds available. Eligibility:
· Academic record of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, professional objectives, and financial needs are the basis for grants · Community and or civic involvement will be looked upon favorably · Applicant must be attending a 4-year college in Vanderburgh County or be a resident of Vanderburgh County, attending a 4-year accredited college Deadline: April 1, 2008
Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Student Financial Assistance Office. All materials should be mailed to:
Evansville North Civitan Club P.O. Box 4713 Evansville, IN 47724
F. Edward Hebert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship The Army offers the HPSP for pursuit of professional degrees which enable the recipient to become a physician, dentist, veterinarian, optometrist, clinical or counseling psychologist, or nurse anesthetist. Amount: For those who qualify, a full-tuition scholarship and monthly allowance is provided. Eligibility: · Applicant must be a citizen of the United States · Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited college of veterinary medicine program in the United States · Applicant must meet eligibility criteria for appointment as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Reserve · Applicant must maintain full-time student status during the entire length of the program Deadline: No Deadline Contact: Sgt. Michael Vanderheyden, U.S. Army Health Care Recruiter, 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Ste. 100, Louisville, KY 40222 or call 877/654-4338. Hispanic Dental Association Foundation The Hispanic Dental Association (HAD) Foundation Scholarships are offered to support promising Hispanic students in their academic training and community service requirements. The awarding of these scholarships will obligate the grantees to complete the current year of their dental or dental hygiene program. GlaxoSmithKline Scholarship Amount: $2,000 Eligibility: · Applicant must have completed one year of dental school or a dental hygiene program in the U.S. · Applicant must be of Hispanic origin (at least one parent of Hispanic descent) · Applicant must be a full-time student during the academic year for which he/she is applying · Applicant must show evidence of commitment and dedication to serve the Hispanic community Deadline Passed Procter & Gamble and HAD Foundation Scholarship Amount: $500 and $1,000 Eligibility: · Applicant must be accepted as a full-time, entry-level student in a dental program, undergraduate dental hygiene program, dental assisting program, or dental technician program in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, during the academic year for which he/she is applying · Applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale · Applicant must be of Hispanic origin (at least one parent of Hispanic descent) · Applicant must show evidence of community service, leadership, and/or extracurricular activities Deadline Passed: (Postmarked no later than July 5, 2007) Contact: Applications for both scholarships are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance or online at www.hdassoc.org. Mail completed applications to: Hispanic Dental Association Foundation c/o Liz Valdivia 7138 S. Avers Avenue Chicago, IL 60629 For additional information, please call 800/852-7921 or 773/284-0312 or e-mail LValdivia@hdassoc.org. Indiana Health Care Foundation The Indiana Health Care Foundation (IHCF) is a charitable organization designed to support the long-term care profession through education and research. Amount: $750 - $1,500 Eligibility: · Applicant must reside in the State of Indiana · Applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED · Applicant must be accepted to an LPN or RN accredited degree program · Applicant must attend an in-state (or border state) post-secondary school, such as a University or Technical College · Applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale · Applicant must return completed application with school transcripts, three letters of recommendation and essay to IHCF by the May 1 deadline · Applicant must agree to a personal interview at the IHCF offices in Indianapolis when contacted by IHCF · Consideration will be given to individuals who show a dedication and commitment to working with the elderly in a long-term care environment · Individuals related to a member of the IHCF Board of Directors are ineligible Applications for 2008-2009 will be available in February. Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance or online at www.ihca.org. Mail completed applications to: Indiana Health Care Foundation One N. Capitol Avenue, Suite 1115 Indianapolis, IN 46204 For additional information, please call 317/636-6406 or visit www.ihca.org. La Porte Hospital Foundation Since 1982, La Porte Regional Health System, the La Porte Hospital Foundation, and the La Porte Hospital auxiliary have sponsored scholarships to provide financial assistance to students pursuing careers in health science occupations. Through these scholarships, area students are encouraged to consider health careers as they plan their future goals. Applications are not yet available for 2008-2009. Contact: For additional information on the different scholarships offered by the La Porte Hospital Foundation, please see the brochure in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance or online at www.laportehealth.org. If you have any questions, call the La Porte Hospital Foundation office at 219/326-2471 or toll free at 877/265-4539 or e-mail laportehospitalfoundation@lph.org. National Society Daughters of the American Revolution The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution awards the following scholarships through the DAR Scholarship Committee.
Caroline E. Holt Nursing Scholarship – A one-time $1,000 scholarship for students who are in financial need and have been accepted or are currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing. A letter of acceptance into the Nursing Program or the transcript stating that the applicant is enrolled in the Nursing Program must be included with the application. Deadline: February 15, 2008
Madeline Pickett Halbert Cogswell Nursing Scholarship – A one-time $500 scholarship for students who have been accepted or are currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing, which are members of NSDAR, descendants of members of NSDAR or are eligible to be members of NSDAR. A letter of acceptance into the Nursing Program or the transcript stating that the applicant is in the Nursing Program must be included with the application. DAR Member Number must be on the application. Deadline: February 15, 2008
Mildred Nutting Scholarship – A one-time $1,000 scholarship for students who are in financial need and who have been accepted or are currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing. A letter of acceptance into the Nursing Program or the transcript stating that the applicant is in the Nursing Program must be enclosed with the application. Preference will be given to candidates from the Lowell, MA area. Deadline: February 15, 2008
Occupational Therapy Scholarship – A one-time $1,000 scholarship for students who are in financial need and have been accepted or are attending an accredited school of Occupational Therapy including art, music or physical therapy. A letter of acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Program or the transcript stating the applicant is in the Occupational Therapy Program must be included with the application. Deadline: February 15, 2008 General Eligibility: · Applicant must be a citizen of the U.S. · Applicant must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S. · Applicant must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR Chapter · Scholarships are awarded regardless of race, religion, sex or national origin Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance Office. Mail completed applications to:
DAR Scholarship Committee 2217 S. Marlan Ave. Springfield, MO 65804-3321 For additional information, please contact Mary Lue Russler, Captain Henry Vanderburgh Chapter Scholarship Chairman at 812/985-3138. Peeples Foundation Scholarship The Marion A. Peeples and Eva S. Peeples Foundation Trust Fund provides for the awarding of annual scholarships to graduates of Indiana high schools who will attend an Indiana college or university and will major in Nursing, Dietetics, or is interested in teaching in the field of Industrial Arts. Amount: $500 - $4,000 per academic year and amounts are determined by the scholarship committee. Scholarships are granted for one year, but could continue for up to 8 semesters at the discretion of the committee. Eligibility: · Applicant must be an Indiana high school graduate, enrolled or enrolling in one of the three areas mentioned above. · Scholarships will be awarded based on GPA, SAT, academic preparation and performance, recommendations, financial need, and a personal interview. · In awarding the scholarships, preference is given to graduates of Franklin Community High School and other Johnson County high schools, respectively. Deadline: March 1, 2008 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Student Financial Assistance Office or online at http://www.jccf.org/index.asp?p=51. Mail completed applications to: Johnson County Community Foundation Peeples Foundation Trust Scholarship 550 E. Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 217 Franklin, IN 46131 For additional information, please call the Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) at 317/738-2213. Undergraduate Nursing Education Scholarships The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association (FNSNA) was created in 1969 to honor Frances Tompkins, the Association's first Executive Director. Organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, FNSNA awards scholarships to qualified nursing students annually. Amount: Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. Eligibility: · Current enrollment and matriculation in a state approved nursing program leading to an associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, generic doctorate or generic master’s degree, or enrolled in a RN to BSN, RN to MSN, or LPN/LVN to RN program · Pre-nursing students taking courses to prepare for matriculation into a nursing program · Attending classes and taking no less than six (6) credits per semester · Involvement in student nursing organizations and/or community health activities · Document academic achievement · Establish financial need · US citizen or Alien with US Permanent Resident Status/Alien Registration Number · High school students are not eligible to apply Deadline: Applications must be received by January 11, 2008. Students are strongly encouraged to complete and submit their application to the FNSNA before the end of December 2007. Contact: Undergraduate students who are pursuing their first degree in nursing may easily obtain information or download an application by visiting www.nsna.org - click on Foundation/Scholarships. Students may also request an application by sending a self addressed stamped envelope ($0.75) to the FNSNA. The Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association 45 Main Street – Suite 606 Brooklyn, NY 11201 For additional information, please contact Jasmine Melendez at 718/210-0705 Ext. 118 or via email at Jasmine@nsna.org or Lauren Sperle at 718/20-0705 Ext. 111 or via email at Lauren@nsna.org Union Hospital Foundation Scholarships for Nursing Students: The Wanita I. & Ernest E. Hinshaw Nursing Education Fund – This scholarship will be awarded to a nursing student. Those eligible include nurses studying for graduate degrees such as Family Nurse Practitioner. The Gertrude and Ralph Horton Grants-in-Aid for Nursing Education The Gladys N. Marvel, R.N. and Cecil B. Marvel Memorial Nursing Scholarship Scholarships for Health Careers: (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Repertory Therapy, Radiology Tech, and Speech Therapy) The John C. Figg and Jennie Figg Health Careers Scholarship The Eleanor N. Royse Health Careers Scholarship The Century Club Health Careers Scholarship Eligibility: · Applicant must be enrolled in or accepted into an accredited health care degree program at a college or university · Applicant must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, if the applicant has completed one or more semesters of study at a college or university · Applicant must demonstrate financial need · Applicants from the Wabash Valley will be given first consideration for these scholarships · Applicants not attending for a full academic year need not apply Deadline: March 10, 2008 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance or through the Union Hospital Foundation. Mail completed applications to: Union Hospital Foundation 1606 North Seventh Street Terre Haute, IN 47804 For additional information, please call 812/238-7534.
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