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!

Increase your chances by having someone who knows you write about the great person you are.

Optional Recommendation

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

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

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

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

Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program

Fontana Transport Inc. offers a $5,000 scholarship for first-gen seniors pursuing degrees in various fields. Minimum 3.5 GPA required.

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

Recommendation letter

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

Transcripts

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 should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

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

Robert Browning Scholarship

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

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.

Don't see your major? Have multiple majors?

The Pro-Care Medical Track Scholarship

The Pro-Care Medical Track Scholarship awards $500 to students in medical fields with a 3.5 GPA. Apply online now!

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.

What is a letter of recommendation?

The PMF Scholarship for Healthcare and First Responders

The PMF Scholarship offers $1,000 to South Florida students pursuing healthcare or first responder careers. Essay and recommendations required.

PG&E Access Network Employee Resource Group 

PG&E Access Network offers scholarships up to $3,000 for CA students with a 3.0 GPA. Veterans and returning adults encouraged to apply.

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.

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.

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.

GoodRx Scholarship for Future Black Physicians

GoodRx offers a $1,000 scholarship for Black pre-med and medical students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship

The Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship offers $250+ to Guernsey County residents for medical school enrollment in the U.S.

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Which schools participate in the ICON HBCU Scholarship?

TMCF | ICON HBCU Scholarship

TMCF ICON HBCU Scholarship offers up to $10,250 for juniors/seniors in STEM fields with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.

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

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship - Baccalaureate Scholarship

Pedro Zamora Young Leaders Scholarship

The Pedro Zamora Young Leaders Scholarship offers $5,000 to students under 27 engaged in health and social justice. Apply with an essay.

Rosemary Quigley Memorial Scholarship

The Rosemary Quigley Memorial Scholarship offers $10,000 to students affected by cystic fibrosis pursuing medical or health policy careers.

SeniorCare.com Aging Matters Scholarship

Apply for the $1,500 SeniorCare.com Aging Matters Scholarship for students caring for seniors or pursuing related careers.

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.

JVS Chicago Scholarship Program

JVS Chicago Scholarship offers up to $8,000 for Jewish students in the Chicago area pursuing helping professions.

The Vipin Agrawal Memorial Scholarship

The Vipin Agrawal Memorial Scholarship offers $2,000 annually for low-income students pursuing STEM degrees at California state universities.

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.

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

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

Charles W. Tadlock Scholarship

The Charles W. Tadlock Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for seminary students pursuing a master of divinity with a 3.0 GPA.

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.

PHF Reagan Sloane Shanley Student Scholarship

The PHF Reagan Sloane Shanley Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for students in neuroscience or engineering with an interest in hydrocephalus.

TMCF | Diversify Veterinary Medicine Coalition DVMC Scholarship

The TMCF DVMC Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for undergraduates pursuing veterinary medicine. Must meet GPA and financial need criteria.

How do I create a resume? 

Christopher Meadows Memorial Advanced EMS Scholarship

The Christopher Meadows Memorial Advanced EMS Scholarship offers $3,000 for students with 2+ years in emergency medicine in California.

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.

Gionandrea Pugi Scholarship

The Gionandrea Pugi Scholarship offers $5,000 to Italian descent students in medicine or biology with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with essay & recommendations.

Jordan Lindsey Christian Character Scholarship 

The Jordan Lindsey Christian Character Scholarship offers $250+ for seniors in Lee or Monroe counties pursuing medical majors in Mississippi.