Essay

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Women in Healthcare Scholarship

The Women in Healthcare Scholarship offers $1,000 to female students pursuing healthcare. Share your passion and impact in the field.

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Healthcare Leaders Scholarship

The Healthcare Leaders Scholarship awards $1,500 to eligible nursing or medicine students. Apply now if you meet the criteria!

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship

Apply for the Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship for a chance to win $500 towards your dental education. Submit transcripts and essay.

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

Dr. Michael Krochak Pre-Dental Scholarship

The Dr. Michael Krochak Pre-Dental Scholarship offers $1,000 to college juniors in pre-dental studies with a 3.3 GPA or higher.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

Kendra Smith Scholarship Program

One Step at a Time Scholarship

The One Step at a Time Scholarship offers $1,000 to $3,000 for students in specific Indiana counties pursuing health-related degrees.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

April Moore Memorial Scholarship

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Robert Browning Scholarship

The Robert Browning Scholarship offers $250 to LGBTQ+ health sciences students in the Pacific Northwest facing various barriers. Apply now!

Sigma Phi Alpha Graduate Scholarship

The Sigma Phi Alpha Graduate Scholarship offers $1,000 for dental hygiene graduate students with a 3.5 GPA and specific requirements.

DK Medical Student Pay-It-Forward Scholarship

The DK Medical Student Pay-It-Forward Scholarship supports UW medical students focused on LGBTQ+ healthcare. Award: $250+. Apply now!

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Mat-Su Health Foundation Academic Scholarships

Mat-Su Health Foundation offers scholarships for Mat-Su Borough residents in health and human services, starting at $250.

The OHF Health and Wellness Scholarship Award

The OHF Health and Wellness Scholarship offers $500 to seniors pursuing health careers in Vermont. Essay required for application.

Lynn P. Brewer, RPh Memorial Scholarship

The Lynn P. Brewer, RPh Memorial Scholarship awards $3,000 to NH high school students pursuing healthcare careers through an essay application.

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship - Career and Technical Scholarship

The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $1,500 for residents pursuing STEM, healthcare, or trade programs.

The DDSRank Dental Scholarship

The DDSRank Dental Scholarship offers $500 to a tech-savvy dental student. Submit an 800-word essay to apply!

The Tyler J. Hubbard and Regan M. Luders Dental Professional

Apply for a $1500 scholarship for dental careers. Minimum GPA of 2.0 required. Funds awarded after high school graduation.

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation's scholarships

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation offers over 180 health care scholarships, totaling $534,000 annually for southeast Iowa students.

Diversity in Health Care Scholarship

The Diversity in Health Care Scholarship awards $3,200 to underrepresented health professionals advancing their clinical credentials.

Tampax Flow It Forward Scholarship

The Tampax Flow It Forward Scholarship awards up to $10,000 to HBCU juniors in healthcare focused on Black women's health.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Palmer Family Healthcare Education Scholarship Fund

The Palmer Family Healthcare Education Scholarship Fund provides $1,500+ to LGBTQ+ and allied healthcare students in select California counties.

You’ll need to share your service record. 

Proof of service

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

Delta Dental Grants

Delta Dental Grants provide $2,000 for military spouses and dependents pursuing oral health training. Apply with an essay and reference.

Dr. Kyle Hornby Annual Scholarship

The Dr. Kyle Hornby Annual Scholarship offers a $500 award for North American pre-Graduate students pursuing Dentistry with a 3.7 GPA.

What is a letter of recommendation?

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

The Brown Medical and Educational (MAE) Foundation Healthcare Scholarship

The Brown MAE Foundation Healthcare Scholarship offers $1,000 to minority students in healthcare. Income eligibility required.

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

AMN/Health Care Communicators Scholarship Essay Contest

Scholarship for high school seniors and college students in CA aiming for health care careers. $3,000+ award. Essay and recommendations needed.

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

American Muslim Women Physicians Association's scholarships

Scholarships for female Muslim students in health fields from the American Muslim Women Physicians Association, up to $1,000.

Research in the field is needed for this scholarship.

Research summary / thesis

The Sigma Xi Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program

The Sigma Xi GIAR program offers up to $5,000 for scientific research. Open to all; no membership required. Apply with proposal and budget.

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

You’ll need a letter showing the financial aid you’re receiving.

Financial aid offer letter

Faber-Rosen Scholarship 

Faber-Rosen Scholarship: $800 for Jewish students in Greater Cleveland pursuing dental, medical, or rabbinic studies with a 2.5 GPA.

Amy Saltzman Scholarship

The Amy Saltzman Scholarship offers $250 to Jewish graduate students in health fields from Greater Cleveland with a 3.0 GPA.

Medical Research Scholarships

Apply for Medical Research Scholarships: 3 awards of $2,500 for advanced medical degree students or nursing undergraduates.

Annual Prevounce Preventive Health Scholarship for undergraduate students

Apply for the $1,000 Prevounce Preventive Health Scholarship for undergraduates pursuing healthcare careers. Essay required.

Dr. Eugene M. Seidner Student Scholarship Program

The Dr. Eugene M. Seidner Scholarship offers $250+ for dental students nominated by faculty or ALD members.

You’ll need an application letter summarizing your experience and why you’re applying.

Cover letter

Christine Rice Annual Scholarship

The Christine Rice Scholarship awards $1,000 to female health students in Minnesota with financial need and a 2.5 GPA.

Video

TMCF | United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care Scholarship Program

The United Health Foundation offers $5,000 scholarships for HBCU students pursuing clinical degrees, focusing on diversity in healthcare.

Which schools can I get the The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship at? 

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship - Baccalaureate Scholarship

Rosetta Richardson's Trailblazer Elderly Care Scholarship

The Rosetta Richardson's Trailblazer Scholarship offers $1,139 for students in healthcare focused on elderly care with personal cancer or dementia ties.

Dr. Esther Wilkins Scholarship

The Dr. Esther Wilkins Scholarship awards $1,000 for students pursuing dental hygiene education. Apply online with an essay.

Malcolm U. Dantzler Scholarships

The Malcolm U. Dantzler Scholarship offers $500 for health-related degrees to SCPHA members with a 3.5 GPA. Essay required.

Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program

The Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program supports Native Hawaiian students in health professions, offering funding and service requirements.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

TMCF | United Health Foundation Diversity In Health Care Scholarship

The TMCF | United Health Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 for HBCU students pursuing health careers. Apply now!

Zonta Club of Washington, D.C. Undergraduate Scholarship

Zonta Club of D.C. offers up to $5,000 scholarships for women pursuing undergraduate degrees with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.

Rhea Sourifman Caplin Memorial Scholarship

The Rhea Sourifman Caplin Memorial Scholarship awards $1,000 to $2,000 for Jewish residents in Greater Hartford pursuing healthcare degrees.

ADEA/Sigma Phi Alpha Linda DeVore Scholarship

Apply for the $1,500 ADEA/Sigma Phi Alpha Linda DeVore Scholarship for allied dental education at any degree level.

Robert D. Kruse Memorial Scholarship

The Robert D. Kruse Memorial Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for full-time health science students in their final year with a 2.5 GPA.

Steven Cutter Award

The Steven Cutter Award offers up to $5,000 for health-related students from specific NH and ME towns. Apply with an essay and test scores.

Which schools participate in the HBCU Scholars Empowerment Program? 

HBCU Scholars Empowerment Program

The HBCU Scholars Empowerment Program supports Black high school seniors with financial need, offering awards of $250+ for eligible students.

Uniting Women in Healthcare Scholarship

The Uniting Women in Healthcare Scholarship offers $300 to women pursuing healthcare careers. Apply with friends and share the award!

Expression in Medicine Scholarship

The Expression in Medicine Scholarship awards $500 for essays on free expression's importance in healthcare. Open to undergraduates.

Aalam Samsavar DDS Scholarship

The Aalam Samsavar DDS Scholarship awards $1,500 to pre-dental juniors with a 3.4 GPA. Apply with a transcript and a 750-word essay.

UNCF Health Careers Scholarship

UNCF Health Careers Scholarship offers $5,000 for high school seniors in health professions at CSSM, Cleveland. GPA 3.0 required.

The Neal Kocurek Scholarship

The Neal Kocurek Scholarship offers up to $7,500 annually for Central Texas high school seniors pursuing healthcare careers.