Nightengale Luminary Awards 2020
True Colors Personality Process
True Colors Personality Process
AHEC Scholars
AHEC Scholars
2105 Clubhouse Drive, Suite A
Greeley, Colorado 80634
(970) 330-3608
contactcahec@gmail.com
Scholarship Opportunities
Healthcare Scholarship Opportunities
Aspen Institute - William Randolph Hearst Scholarship For Minority Students
Eligibility
Applicants must be Latino, Native American, Asian, or African American; Scholarship is open to students of any major.
Description
The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship seeks to introduce a diverse group of students to issues relating to philanthropy, volunteerism, and non-profit organizations. Awards are nonrenewable.
Contact Information
The Aspen Institute
Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation
One Dupont Circle, Suite 700
Washington, DC, 20036
PHONE: (202) 736-2500
WEBSITE: www.aspeninstitute.org
American School Health Association (ASHA) Scholarship
Eligibility
Be a junior, senior or graduate student enrolled full-time at an institution of higher education; Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; Have a declared major related to one of the following areas of specializations: School Health Education, School Nursing, or Pediatric or Adolescent Medicine or Dentistry. Other school health specializations (nutrition, counseling, etc.) will be considered only if the application is accompanied by a letter from the student's academic advisor written on official letterhead and stating the academic program’s relationship to school health; Have not received an ASHA scholarship in the past.
Description
ASHA awards three scholarships of $500 annually, one each to students specializing in school health education, school nursing, and pediatric or adolescent medicine or dentistry
Contact Information
ASHA National Office
7263 State Route 43, PO BOX 708
Kent, OH 44240
PHONE: (330) 678-1601
FAX (330) 678-4526
WEBSITE: www.ashaweb.org
Association Of Schools Of Allied Health Professions
Eligibility
Must be enrolled in a college or school that is a member of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. Must have completed at least one term at that institution. Must be enrolled in a career entry-level, degree-granting program.
Description
The purpose of the scholarship program is to recognize outstanding students in the allied health professions who are achieving excellence in their academic programs and have significant potential to assume future leadership roles in the allied health professions. The selected student will receive a $1,000 scholarship
Contact Information
4400 Jenifer Street, NW, Suite 333
Washington, DC 20015
PHONE: (202) 237-6481
EMAIL: asahp@asahp.org
WEBSITE: www.asahp.org
Barbara Wiedner and Dorothy Vandercook Memorial Foundation
Eligibility
Be a high school senior or college freshman; Write a brief autobiography of their activities relating to nuclear disarmament, conflict resolution, or community service; Describe his or her plan for contributing to a healthy planet; Provide information on his or her school and community activities; Include two letters of recommendation; There are no grade point or age requirements, and students from any country may apply.
Description
Plan to award at least one $500 scholarship.
Contact Information
Wiedner & Vandercook M.S.F.
301 Redbud Way
Nevada City, CA 95959
PHONE: (530) 265-3887
WEBSITE: www.grandmothersforpeace.org
Boettcher Foundation
Eligibility
Applicants must meet these requirements to be considered: Rank in the top 5% of their graduating class or the top 2 students in classes under 40; Score 1200 or higher on the SAT reading and math sections combined - or - 27 or higher on the ACT; Colorado Resident; U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States; High School Senior.
Description
Full tuition and fees at any of the following Colorado schools: Adams State College, Colorado Christian University, Colorado College, Colorado School of Mines, Colorado State University, Colorado State University-Pueblo, Fort Lewis College, Johnson, and Wales University, Mesa State College, Metropolitan State University, Regis University, the University of Colorado at Boulder/Colorado Springs/Denver, University of Denver, University of Northern Colorado, Western State College. In addition to receiving full tuition, fees, books, and a living stipend, Boettcher Scholars are also provided with events and programming that will enhance the Scholarship with unforgettable life experiences.
Contact Information
Boettcher Foundation
600 Seventeenth St, Suite 2210
South Denver, CO 80202-5422
PHONE: (303)534.1937, (800) 323-9640
EMAIL: grants@BoettcherFoundation.org, scholarships@BoettcherFoundation.org, info@BoettcherFoundation.org
WEBSITE: www.boettcherfoundation.org
Bureau Of Health Professions, Us Department Of Health And Human Services
Eligibility
Varies-go to website for more information
Description
Student Assistance Programs: Scholarships and Loans; Loan Repayment Programs; Health Education
Assistance Loan Program; HRSA Campus-Based Programs Administrative Tools
Contact Information
WEBSITE: http://bhpr.hrsa.gov
Chevrolet Excellence In Education Scholarship
Eligibility
Scholarships are awarded based on academic success, work experience, extracurricular activities, and
community service; Applicants must be high school graduates with a GPA of 3.2 or better.
Description
Various awards available.
Contact Information
N/A
Coca-Cola Scholars
Eligibility
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States; students of all majors are eligible to apply.
Description
The Coca-Cola scholarships assist students complete a college education. Awards range from $4,000 to $20,000.
Contact Information
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 442
Atlanta, GA 30301-0442
Phone: (800) 306-2653
FAX (404) 733-5439
WEBSITE: www.thecoca-colacompany.com/contactus/students.html
College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Scholarships
Eligibility
GED or HS Diploma; Migrant/Seasonal Farm Worker Background; US Citizen or Permanent Legal Residency; Plan to obtain 4-yr degree (BS/BA) in a CAMP Campus within the states of CA, CO, GA, FL, ID, KS, MI, MS, MO, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, PR, TX, WA, WI; Other items may be evaluated by each individual CAMP campus.
Description
Scholarships vary – inquire within each individual CAMP. $750 - $4000 – Will depend on applicant’s individual unmet need and individual grant.
Contact Information
BUENO CAMP
3100 Marine St, 247 UCB
Boulder, CO 80309-0247
PHONE: (303) 492-6043, (303) 857-4022, x 4317
WEBSITE: http://buenocenter.org
Colorado Community Health Network
Eligibility
Qualified health professionals serving underserved areas in Colorado.
Description
The goal of CCHN’s program is to assist Colorado’s Community Health Centers in training high-achieving,
entry-level staff to become allied health professionals or clinical support staff. Scholarships up to $3,000.00 are provided to qualifying individuals seeking health professions support staff positions: dental assistant, dental hygienist, lab technician, licensed practical nurse, medical assistant, nursing aide, registered nurse, pharmacy technician, phlebotomist, ultrasound technician, and x-ray technician (please note that this is not an exhaustive list; however, CCHN cannot issue scholarships for positions higher than a registered nurse).
Contact Information
PHONE: 303-861-5165
WEBSITE: http://www.cchn.org
Colorado Educational Services And Development Association (CESDA) Diversity Scholarship
Eligibility
Applicant must be a first generation student, or member of an underrepresented ethnic or racial minority, and/or show financial need; must be a resident of Colorado.
Description
The State of Colorado funds a number of different scholarships. The majority of scholarships are administered by colleges and universities that participate in the state-aid programs. It is recommended that you contact the Financial Aid Office of the college or university for which you are applying directly to.
The CESDA Diversity Scholarship have given out over $20,000 dollars to underrepresented, economically and disadvantaged students from various high schools throughout the State of Colorado.
Contact Information
CESDA Scholarship Committee
PO Box 40214
Denver, CO 80204
PHONE: (303) 797-5657
WEBSITE: http://www.cesda.org
Colorado Rural Health Center
Eligibility
Only rural facilities and communities are eligible to apply. By “rural” for this program, we mean outside of one of Colorado’s 17 metropolitan counties. The Board of Directors will occasionally consider compelling applications from smaller, isolated communities within the larger metropolitan counties.
Description
Marva Jean Jackson (MJJ) Rural Community Health Scholarships: Small grants that help pay for the training and/or education of a local healthcare provider are available for rural facilities or community groups. CRHC will match, two-to-one, the support provided up to $1000 a year. Awards are made for one year, but applicants can reapply in subsequent years.
Contact Information
Cherith Flowerday
PHONE: (303) 996-9698 (303) 832-7493
E-MAIL: info@coruralhealth.org
WEBSITE: http://www.coruralhealth.org
Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarships
Eligibility
Qualified health professionals serving underserved areas in Colorado.
Description
The goal of CCHN’s program is to assist Colorado’s Community Health Centers in training high-achieving,
entry-level staff to become allied health professionals or clinical support staff. Scholarships up to $3,000.00 are provided to qualifying individuals seeking health professions support staff positions: dental assistant, dental hygienist, lab technician, licensed practical nurse, medical assistant, nursing aide, registered nurse, pharmacy technician, phlebotomist, ultrasound technician, and x-ray technician (please note that this is not an exhaustive list; however, CCHN cannot issue scholarships for positions higher than a registered nurse).
Contact Information
PHONE: 303-861-5165
WEBSITE: http://www.cchn.org
Ethnic Minority Scholarship, Hana Scholarship
Eligibility
Minority Methodist students who have been members of the Methodist church for at least one year; Must be US citizens; For students of African-American, Asian, Hispanic, or Native American heritage with a 2.3 GPA or higher.
Description
Award amount not specified
Contact Information
General Board of Higher Education and Ministry Office of Loans and Scholarships
PO Box 871
Nashville, TN 37202
Financial Need/Culturally Disadvantaged Scholarship
Eligibility
Open to all undergraduate and graduate students; Awards are made on the basis of financial or cultural
disadvantages, academic excellence and involvement, community service and a biographical essay.
Description
Scholarships range from $250-$3,000
Contact Information
Scholars Foundation
PO Box 2534
Lafayette, LA 70502-2534
PHONE: (337) 896-7994
Ford Foundation/National Research Council
Eligibility
Five-year award is open to college seniors and first year graduate students pursuing a Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree. US citizens/nationals may choose any institution in the US.
Description
Fields: Biochemistry, Biophysics, Epidemiology, Genetics, Immunology, Microbiology, Neuroscience,
Pharmacology, Physiology, Virology. Based on ability, academic records, proposed study/research, previous experience, reference reports and GRE scores. 80 awards annually. See website or contact NRC for an application.
Amount: $ 20,000 stipend + tuition at US institution
Deadline: November 2nd
Contact Information
National Research council of the National Academies
500 Fifth St NW K576
Washington, DC 20001
PHONE: 202-334-2872
FAX: 202-334-3419
EMAIL: infofell@nas.edu
WEBSITE: www.nationalacademies.org/fellowships
Gates Millennium Scholars
Eligibility
Gates Millennium Scholars must be nominated; Increase the number of Latinos, African-Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Asian Americans enrolling in and completing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars awards will enable young Americans to attend undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities.
Contact Information
Gates Millennium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE: (877) 690-4677
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org
Gates Millennium Scholars
Eligibility
Gates Millennium Scholars must be nominated; Increase the number of Latinos, African-Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Asian Americans enrolling in and completing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars awards will enable young Americans to attend undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities.
Contact Information
Gates Millennium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE: (877) 690-4677
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org
Gates Millennium Scholars
Eligibility
Gates Millennium Scholars must be nominated; Increase the number of Latinos, African-Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Asian Americans enrolling in and completing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars awards will enable young Americans to attend undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities.
Contact Information
Gates Millennium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE: (877) 690-4677
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org
Gates Millennium Scholars
Eligibility
Gates Millennium Scholars must be nominated; Increase the number of Latinos, African-Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Asian Americans enrolling in and completing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars awards will enable young Americans to attend undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities.
Contact Information
Gates Millennium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE: (877) 690-4677
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org
Gates Millennium Scholars
Eligibility
Gates Millennium Scholars must be nominated; Increase the number of Latinos, African-Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Asian Americans enrolling in and completing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars awards will enable young Americans to attend undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities.
Contact Information
Gates Millennium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE: (877) 690-4677
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org
Gates Millennium Scholars
Eligibility
Gates Millennium Scholars must be nominated; Increase the number of Latinos, African-Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Asian Americans enrolling in and completing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars awards will enable young Americans to attend undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities.
Contact Information
Gates Millennium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE: (877) 690-4677
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org
Gates Millennium Scholars
Eligibility
Gates Millennium Scholars must be nominated; Increase the number of Latinos, African-Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Asian Americans enrolling in and completing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars awards will enable young Americans to attend undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities.
Contact Information
Gates Millennium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE: (877) 690-4677
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program
Eligibility
Be enrolled full time as a high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation, and planning to enter college no later than the Fall following graduation; Strong commitment to pursue a bachelor's degree at an accredited institution (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution); Critical financial need; Involvement in co-curricular and community activities; Demonstrate academic achievement (minimum grade point average of 2.0); Be a citizen of the United States or be in the process of becoming a U.S. citizen.
Description
Awards 100 college scholarships of $10,000 to eligible students in all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
Contact Information
Horatio Alger Association
99 Canal Center Plaza Suite 320
Alexandria, VA 22314
PHONE: (703) 684-9444
FAX: (703) 548-3822
WEBSITE: http://www.horatioalger.com/scholarships/index.cfm
Indian Health Services
Eligibility
American Indians and Alaska Natives pursuing preparatory, pre-graduate, and professional programs
Description
Awards will be made to both full-time and part-time students. These grants programs are intended to encourage American Indians and Alaska Natives to enter the health professions and to assure the availability of Indian health professionals to serve Indians.
Contact Information
IHS Scholarship Program Office
801 Thompson Ave., Suite 120
Rockville, MD 20852
PHONE: (301) 443-6197
FAX: (301) 443-6048
WEBSITE: www.ihs.gov/JobsCareerDevelop/DHPS/Scholarships/index.cfm
International Order of The King's Daughters And Sons
Eligibility
Must be a US or Canadian citizen; Enrolled full time in an accredited college or university; Either studying
medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical or occupational therapy, or medical technology; Preference given to students having a Christian background.
Description
Award not specified.
Contact Information
International Order of the King’s Daughters and Sons
C/O Headquarters Office
34 Vincent Ave. PO Box 1017
Chautauqua, NY 14722-1017
PHONE: (716) 357-4951
FAX : (716) 357-3762
Jackie Robinson Scholarship
Eligibility
High School Seniors accepted to a four year college or university, US citizen, minority student, leadership potential and financial need.
Description
The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides 4 year college scholarships up to $6,000 annually to a minority high school student to attend the college of their choice. Deadline is March 15th.
Contact Information
The Jackie Robinson Foundation, Scholarship Request
One Hudson Square - 75 Varick St, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10013-1917
PHONE: (212) 290-8600
FAX: (212) 290-8081
EMAIL: scholarships@jackierobinson.org
WEBSITE: http://www.jackierobinson.org
Kaiser Family Foundation-Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program
Eligibility
U.S. citizen who will a senior or recent graduate of an accredited U.S. college or university, show evidence of academic achievement and will demonstrate the following: Member of a population that is adversely affected by radial or ethnic disparities in health. Have experience working in or with programs that address health disparities.
Description
The Scholars Program brings talented African American, Latino, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian, and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander college seniors and recent graduates to Washington D.C. where they are placed in Congressional offices and learn about health policy. Scholars receive approximately $7,500 in support.
Contact Information
EMAIL: bjscholarsinfo@kff.org
WEBSITE: http://www.kff.org/minorityhealth/bjscholars/index.cfm
Migrant Health Scholarship
Eligibility
Interested students pursuing or continuing their career in the migrant health field and employees or interns at a migrant health center; Individuals with a farm worker background are encouraged to apply (not a requirement).
Description
Award not specified. Deadline is March 19th.
Contact Information
National Center for Farmworker Health, Inc. – Migrant Health Scholarship
1770 FM 967
Buda, TX 78610
PHONE: (512) 312-2700, (800) 531-5120
FAX: (512) 312-2600
WEBSITE: http://www.ncfh.org
Migrant Grant Farm Worker Baccalaureate Scholarship
Eligibility
Recent history of movement for agricultural employment; Scholastic achievement; Financial need; Successful completion of at least one year at an accredited post-secondary institution.
Description
Depending on financial need, the award will provide up to $2,000 per year for a maximum of 3 years.
Contact Information
Migrant Farm Worker Baccalaureate Scholarship Committee
Geneseo Migrant Center
27 Lackawanna Ave
Mt. Morris, NY 14510
Phone: (585) 658-7960, (800) 245-5681
WEBSITE: http://www.migrant.net/scholarships.htm
National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program
Eligibility
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen attending or enrolled in a fully accredited U.S. medical school, nurse practitioner or nurse-midwifery program, or bachelor's or master's degree physician assistant program; The following disciplines/specialties are accepted: allopathic and osteopathic physicians, dentists, certified nurse-midwives, certified family nurse-practitioners, and physician assistants.
Description
National Services Corps Scholarships are designed to increase the number of health practitioners in underserved areas.
Contact Information
Division of National Health Service Corps
NHSC Scholarship Program
C/O I.O. Solutions
11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 801
Rockville, MD 20852
PHONE: (800) 638-0824, (800) 221-9393
EMAIL: CallCenter@hrsa.gov
WEBSITE: http://www.nhsc.bhpr.hrsa.gov
National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Eligibility
US citizen, national, or qualified non-citizen; Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full time student the following academic year at an accredited undergraduate institution; Disadvantaged background; GPA of 3.5 or be within in top 5 percent of his or her class.
Description
NIH Undergraduate Scholarships will pay up to $20,000 per academic year in tuition, educational expenses, and reasonable living expenses. Scholarships are awarded for 1 year; recipients may reapply for additional years (not to exceed 4 scholarship years). Deadline is March 15th.
Contact Information
Undergraduate Scholarship Program
2 Center Dr., Room 2E24, MSC 0230
Bethesda, MD 20892-0230
PHONE: (888) 352-3001
FAX: (301) 480-3123
EMAIL: ugsp@nih.gov
WEBSITE: http://ugsp.nih.gov
National Medical Fellowship (NMF) Scholarship
Eligibility
Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are African American, Mexican American, Native American, and mainland Puerto Ricans; academic excellence and leadership among minority students.
Description
Awards range from $500 to $10,000. Some of the awards are for specialty areas including: surgery, cardiology, urology, substance abuse research and treatment, medical telecommunications technology, pediatrics, community medicine, and HIV/AIDS care and research.
Contact Information
National Medical Fellowships, Inc.
Scholarships and Programs
5 Hanover Square, Suite 200
New York, NY 10004
PHONE: (212) 483-8880 ext. 304
EMAIL: NMF1@NMFOnLine.org
WEBSITE: http://www.nmf-online.org
National Society Daughters of The American Revolution Scholarship Program
Eligibility
At an accredited college or university in the United States; Must be citizens of the United States; Must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter.
Description
Various awards available.
Contact Information
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Committee Services Office
Attn: Scholarships
1776 D Street NW
Washington, DC 20006-5303
WEBSITE: http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
Orphan Foundation of America (OFA) Casey Scholarship Program
Eligibility
Applicants must be under the age of 25 and currently be in foster care or have been in foster care for more than a year at the time of their 18th birthday or high school graduation.
Description
The program awards between $1,500 and $10,000 a year to students pursuing a two- or four-year degree or vocational training certificate. Deadline is March 31st.
Contact Information
Orphan Foundation of America
21351 Gentry Drive, Suite 130
Sterling, VA 20166
PHONE: (571) 203-0270
FAX: (571) 203-0273
EMAIL: scholarships@orphan.org
WEBSITE: http://www.orphan.org/OFACaseyscholarship.html
S. Evelyn Lewis Memorial Scholarship in Medical Health Sciences
Eligibility
Women enrolled in a program on the undergraduate or graduate school level leading to a degree in medicine or health sciences; Proof of enrollment is required.
Description
Award amount ranges from $500-$1,000.
Contact Information
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
1734 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20009
PHONE: (202) 387-3103
Tylenol Health Education Scholarships
Eligibility
Those that will be attending an undergraduate or graduate course of study in the Fall of 2003 at an accredited two or four year college, university or vocational-technical school; Demonstrate leadership in the community and school activities; Intention to major in health related fields.
Description
Will award ten $10,000 scholarships, 30 $5000 grants, and 150 $1,000 scholarships for higher education. Deadline is May 14th.
Contact Information
Tylenol Scholarship
Citizen's Scholarship Foundation of America, Inc.
1505 Riverview Rd., PO Box 88
St. Peter, MN 56082
PHONE: (800) 537-4180
WEBSITE: http://www.tylenolscholarship.com
United Negro College Fund
Eligibility
College students attending any of the United Negro Fund institutions.
Description
Fields: Medicine and health care. Scholarships for college students attending any of the United Negro Fund schools and pursuing a career in medicine or related healthcare areas. Must maintain 3.0 GPA and demonstrate participation in community and school activities and financial needs. 10 two-year scholarships provide full tuition; 50 scholarships are for $1,000 each. Many scholarships available.
Contact Information
United Negro College Fund
8260 Willows Oaks Corporate Drive
P. O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
PHONE : (800) 331-2244
WEBSITE: www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarships.asp
USA Funds Access To Education Scholarship
Eligibility
Applicants must be United States citizens or legal residents enrolled at least half-time in college and not in default on a student loan.
Description
Sponsored by USA Funds, is open to financially needy students who are high school seniors, undergraduates, or graduate students. Deadline is February.
Contact Information
WEBSITE: http://www.usafunds.org
US Air Force
Eligibility
Be a citizen of the United States. While on scholarship you’ll spend 45 days on active duty in the Air Force and once you graduate you’ll serve active duty: four years for a four-year scholarship and three years for a three year scholarship.
Description
The Air Force offers scholarships for Healthcare professionals in thr4ee-or-four year periods. This scholarship covers all tuition and required fees, including textbooks, small equipment items, and supplies needed for study. You’ll also receive a monthly allowance of approximately $1,992 for living expenses.
Contact Information
WEBSITE: http://www.airforce.com/opportunities/healthcare/education
US Army
Eligibility
Citizen of the United States. Be enrolled in or have a letter of acceptance to an accredited graduate program in the USA or Puerto Rico. Meet eligibility criteria for appointment as a commissioned office in the US Army Reserve. Maintain full-time student status during the entire length of the program.
Description
The Scholarship Program pays for tuition, books/fees/reimbursables, monthly stipend, army office pay,
promotions. After graduation you’ll be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Army Reserve. After
graduation and entrance on active duty, you’ll be promoted to Captain. You’ll also receive a monthly non-taxable allowance for your food and housing.
Contact Information
U.S, Army Health Care Recruiting Team
Wilkes-Barre Recruiting Office
77 East Market Street, Suite 7000
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
PHONE: (570) 823-9914 or 823-9915
WEBSITE: http://academic.uofs.edu/organization/premed/army.htm or www.goarmy.com
US Navy
Eligibility
Navy enlistment
Description
If you’ve already completed training, the Navy can help speed your tuition repayment. If you’re in school or about to start, the Navy has programs to assist you in paying for your education. And once you’re in the Navy, you will receive competitive pay, a culture devoted to continuing training and professional development, and the unparalleled chance to help others and your country.
Contact Information
PHONE: (602) 254-3347 ext. 224
WEBSITE: http://www.navy.com
General - Hispanic
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Scholarship Awards
Eligibility
Latino students who have a strong commitment toward the Latino community, a history of leadership and public service, and a desire to continue contributing in the future; There is no GPA or major requirement.
Description
Students attending a two-year community college will receive $1,500. Students attending a four-year college or graduate/professional program will receive $5,000. Deadline is April 16th
Contact Information
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
CHCI Scholarship Awards
504 C Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
PHONE: (202) 543-1771 (800) EXCEL-DC
FAX: (202) 546-2143
EMAIL: chci@chci.org
WEBSITE: http://www.chci.org
Daimler Chrysler/Hispanic Association Of Colleges And Universities (HACU) Scholarship Fund
Eligibility
Applicants must be full-time students with at least a 3.0 GPA; Hispanic community college students planning to transfer to four-year institutions and both the community college and the four-year institution must be members of HACU.
Description
The DaimlerChrysler Corporation offers four $2,300 scholarships through the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) to Hispanic community.
Contact Information
HACU Scholarship Fund
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
8415 Datapoint Drive, Suite 400
San Antonio, TX 78229
Phone: (210) 692-3805
FAX (210) 692-0823
EMAIL: hacu@hacu.net
WEBSITE: http://www.hacu.net
"Fulfilling Our Dreams" Scholarship Fund
Eligibility
Central American and other Latino background; Demonstrate financial need; Minimum G.P.A of 2.5; A history of community involvement; Graduating High School students accepted to a four-year university, current undergraduate/graduate/PhD students, transferring students and undocumented students attending a community college.
Description
Awards scholarships to Salvadoran, Central American, and Latino high school and college students. The
scholarships awarded annually range from $500-$2,500.
Contact Information
Salvadorian American Leadership & Educational Fund (SALEF)
ATTN: Scholarship Program Coordinator
1625 W. Olympic Blvd. Suite 718
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone: (213) 480-1052
WEBSITE: http://www.salef.org
Hispanic Alliance For Career Enhancement Scholarship Program
Eligibility
Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled full-time in an accredited four year institution of higher education pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or above; Applicants must have a grade point average of at least 2.50/4.0 or 3.50/5.0 scale.
Description
Various awards available.
Contact Information
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
100 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 700
Chicago, IL 60606
PHONE: (312) 435-0498
FAX (312) 435-1494
EMAIL: info@hace-usa.org
WEBSITE: http://hace-usa.org/college.htm
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Eligibility
Be of Hispanic heritage (one parent fully Hispanic or each parent half Hispanic); Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
Description
Offer many various scholarships for Hispanic students. Deadlines are Feb. 15th and Oct. 15th.
Contact Information
Hispanic Scholarship Fund, Headquarters
55 Second St., Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105
Phone: (877) 473-4636
FAX (415) 808-2302
WEBSITE: http://www.hsf.net
La Unidad Latina Foundation, Inc.
Eligibility
Scholarships are available on a competitive basis to Hispanic students enrolled at community colleges, four-year institutions, and graduate programs.
Description
La Unidad Latina Foundation awards scholarship grants to worthy and needy students for the pursuit of higher education.
Contact Information
La Unidad Latina Foundation
359 Prospect Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11215
EMAIL: foundation@launidadlatina.org
League Of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)-National Scholarship Fund
Eligibility
Applicants must be of Hispanic descent with a strong academic record. Awards are based on financial need, community involvement, and academic performance.
Description
LULAC offers scholarships for high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students through its
educational counterpart, the LULAC National Educational Service Centers, Inc.
Contact Information
LULAC National Scholarship Fund
2000 L Street NW, Suite 610
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 835-9646
FAX (202) 835-9685
EMAIL: scholarships@lnesc.org
WEBSITE: http://www.lulac.org
U.S. Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI)-Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders
Eligibility
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents; Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time students in a four-year college or university in the U.S. or U.S. territories; Must demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support; At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry.
Description
The U.S. Hispanic Leadership Institute began awarding scholarships in 1994 to assist Latino students in obtaining a college education.
Contact Information
U.S. Hispanic Leadership Institute
Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders
431 South Dearborn Street, Suite 1203
Chicago, IL 60605-1152
PHONE: (312) 427-8683
EMAIL: USHLI@aol.com
WEBSITE: http://www.ushli.com
Veteran Of Foreign Wars of The U.S. Mexican Ancestry Scholarship
Eligibility
Entering freshmen of Hispanic/Latino ancestry; Minimum of 3.5 GPA
Description
Variable award amount.
Contact Information
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Attn: Emilio Olguin
651 Harrison Road
Monterrey Park, CA 91754
Phone: (818) 288-0498
General - Women
Talbot’s Women’s Scholarship
Eligibility
Be women residing in the US; Be women who have earned a high school diploma or their GED on or before September 1993; Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full- or part- time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four- year college, university or vocational school-technical school; Be attending in the fall and receiving a degree no earlier than May.
Description
Up to 55 scholarships will be awarded. Five women will each be awarded $10,000 scholarships and fifty women will each be awarded $1,000 scholarships. Awards are one time only and for undergraduate study only.
Contact Information
Talbots Women’s Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Management Services, CSFA
1505 Riverview Rd., PO BOX 297
Saint Peter, MN 56082
PHONE: (507) 931-1682
EMAIL: talbotswomen@scholarshipamerica.org
WEBSITE: http://www.talbotsinc.com/brands/talbots/charitable.asp
Athletic Training
Ethnic Minority Enhancement Program
Eligibility
This program is for minority students who intend to pursue a career in intercollegiate athletics.
Description
Twenty scholarships are awarded to graduate students on the basis of academic achievement. Each award is valued at $6,000.
Contact Information
National Collegiate Athletic Association
P.O. Box 6222
Indianapolis, ID 46206-6222
PH. (317) 917-6222
WEBSITE: http://www.ncaa.org
Biomedical Research
National Institutes Of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Eligibility
Students from disadvantaged backgrounds pursuing careers in biomedical research.
Description
The scholarships pay for tuition and living expenses up to $20,000 per academic year. In return,
recipients are obligated to serve as paid employees in NIH research laboratories during the summer and after graduation. The scholarships are awarded for one year and may be renewed.
Contact Information
Office of Loan Repayment and Scholarship
NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program
2 Center Drive, Room 2E24, MSC 0230
Bethesda, MD 20892-0230
PHONE: (888) 352-3001
FAX (301) 480-3123
EMAIL: ugsp@nig.gov
WEBSITE: http://ugsp.nih.gov
Dentistry
American Dental Association
Eligibility
Students pursuing careers in dentistry, dental hygiene, dental assisting and dental laboratory technology.
Description
The number of ADA Foundation scholarships awarded is dependent on available funds. Scholarships are awarded to defray school expenses, which include tuition, fees, books, supplies, and living expenses. Scholarships disbursements are made twice a year in equal payments and sent directly to the student’s financial aid office. The 2nd disbursement is made contingent upon the student’s maintenance of the required grade point average.
Contact Information
PHONE: (312) 440-2763
EMAIL: famularor@ada.org
WEBSITE: http://ada.org/ada/adaf/grants/scholarships.asp
Minority Dental Student Scholarship
Eligibility
Applicants must be entering second year students at the time of application and currently attending or enrolled at a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation; Demonstrate a minimum financial need of $2,500; Cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale.
Description
The maximum annual award for minority dental students is $2,500.
Contact Information
ADHA Institute for Oral Health - Scholarship Award Program
444 N Michigan Ave. Suite 3400
Chicago, IL 60611-3980
PHONE: (312) 440-8904
WEBSITE: http://www.adha.org/institute/scholarship
Hispanic Dental Association And Proctor And Gamble Oral Care
Eligibility
Open to Hispanic students for undergraduate study in above programs.
Description
Fields: Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, and Dental Technician. Based on scholastic achievement, community service, leadership skills and commitment to improving health in the Hispanic community.
Contact Information
Hispanic Dental Association Foundation
3085 Stevenson Dr., Suite 200
Springfield, IL 62703
PHONE: (800)-852-7921
FAX: (217) 529-9120
EMAIL: hispanicdental@hdassoc.org
WEBSITE: www.hdassoc.org
Health Care Management
Foster G. Mcgraw Student Scholarship
Eligibility
Member of Student Associate of the American College of Healthcare Executives and are in good standing; Enrolled for full-time study for the upcoming fall term, which is the final year in a healthcare management graduate program; Can demonstrate financial need; U.S. or Canadian citizens; Have not been a previous recipient.
Description
The purpose of the scholarship is to help students better prepare themselves for healthcare management, thereby contributing to improvements in the field. Each scholarship is for $3,500; the number awarded varies from year to year.
Contact Information
Foundation of the American College of Healthcare E
1 North Franklin Street, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60606-3491
PHONE: (312) 424-9400
FAX (312) 424-0023
EMAIL: contact@ache.org
WEBSITE: http://www.ache.org
Mental Health
National Association of School Psychologists
Eligibility
Candidate must be a full-time or part-time minority student; a citizen of the U.S.; be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a NASP-approved and/or regionally accredited school psychology program in the U.S. with the aim of becoming a practicing School Psychologist; be in good academic standing; gave a minimum cumulative overall GPS of 3.0; be a member of NASP when a scholarship recipient.
Description
The NASP-ERT MSP annually awards $5,ooo to at least one qualified and select minority graduate student of school psychology. In 2007, they will seek to award five scholarships of $5,000 each.
Contact Information
Manager Special Projects
PHONE: (301) 347-1641
WEBSITE: http://www.nasponline.org
Centennial Mental Health Center Collegiate Scholarship
Eligibility
Must reside in one of the following Colorado counties: Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington, and Yuma. Must have graduated from High School or GED program; Bust be a United States citizen or a legal immigrant; Intent to complete minimum of a bachelor degree in a mental health related field.
Description
Awards will be two $1,000 per year and ten $500 per year awards, of the ten, one of the $500 scholarships will be awarded to each of the ten counties.
Contact Information
Centennial Mental Health Center
211 West Main Street
Sterling, CO 80751
PHONE:970-522-4549, ext. 279
FAX: 970-522-9544
WEBSITE: http://www.centennialmhc.org
Nursing
Alpha Kappa Chapter At Large
Description
Alpha Kappa Chapter at Large Awards the following scholarships to students in the nursing programs at Regis University and the University of Colorado at Denver and the Health Sciences Center (UCDHSC). Details of specific scholarship award categories and instructions for completing the application are included in the application packet. The deadline for completed applications is: January 15th.
Contact Information
University of Colorado Denver / College of Nursing
ATTN: Marilyn Krajicek