Scholarships

About the Mississippi Association of Student Nurses (MASN) This section summarizes MASN’s role and the population it serves. MASN represents nursing students across Mississippi, including those enrolled in associate and baccalaureate degree programs. The association promotes student development, leadership, and professional engagement through programming and awards. MASN’s scholarships are one of the primary ways it supports students’ educational and leadership goals. - **Scope:** Represents nursing students at associate- and baccalaureate-level programs across Mississippi. - **Purpose:** Promotes student development, leadership, and professional engagement. - **Support:** Scholarships and awards are a core tool for advancing student goals. History and Purpose of the...

Purpose The Nursing Loan-for-Service program exists to boost the number of nurses serving in New Mexico communities identified as having workforce shortages by providing educational loans to students entering nursing programs. Service Obligation and Loan Forgiveness Each borrower must commit to practicing as a health professional in a designated shortage area within New Mexico as a condition of receiving a loan. Portions of the loan are forgiven for each year the borrower completes service in an approved shortage area; satisfying the entire service obligation makes the borrower eligible for full (100%) loan forgiveness. Failure to complete the agreed service will...

Introduction Many documents related to arrests and court proceedings are accessible to the public well before any verdict is reached. While openness in government is vital, public availability of arrest records and law-enforcement files can create serious concerns about privacy, fairness, and long-term consequences for individuals—particularly those later exonerated. Applicants are encouraged to consider the social, professional, and emotional effects of publicly available criminal records and to suggest reforms that strike a fair balance between transparency and protection. Eligibility - Open to legal U.S. residents who live in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who...

You may reach the Foundation for clarification by mail at the address shown above, by email at brooksvilleeducationfoundation@gmail.com, or by phone to Michael McMillen at (207) 326-9194. Supporting your continued education is our purpose — we welcome your questions and look forward to assisting you. Please review the information below before submitting a scholarship application. Scholarship Application — Overview The Brooksville Education Foundation (BEF) was founded in 2000 to broaden educational opportunities for residents of Brooksville, Maine. The Foundation accomplishes this mainly by awarding scholarships to students pursuing education beyond high school. If you are a Brooksville resident seeking financial...

Description **What the award is** This scholarship provides renewable support for outstanding graduating seniors from selected high schools in specified Indiana counties. It is intended to help students pursue accredited two- or four‑year college or vocational/associate programs. Selection is donor-driven, with a limited number of recipients chosen from a rotating set of high schools each year. Key takeaways - Renewable scholarship for eligible graduating seniors. - Supports two‑year, four‑year, and vocational/associate study. - Recipients are chosen from a donor-selected pool of high schools. Eligibility **Who may apply** Applicants must be graduating seniors in the top 25% of their class and...

Intro The Last Dollar Scholarship is a need-based gap award intended for graduates of our high school College Access Program who enroll full-time at an accredited 2- or 4-year non-profit college or university. Awards range from $500 to $7,500 per year. How awards are determined We evaluate each applicant’s Student Aid Index (SAI) as reported on the FAFSA Student Aid Summary, the total financial aid package offered by the college, and the institution’s Cost of Attendance. Eligible costs we take into account include tuition, housing, meal plans, mandatory fees, and — for commuting students — public transportation. Awards are paid...

Description **Purpose.** The Desai–Shah Medical Scholarship recognizes medical students who demonstrate a sustained commitment to community service, particularly through health-related volunteerism, advocacy, or leadership serving underserved populations. **Target recipients.** The award is aimed at mid-to-late medical students (second through fourth year) training at Penn State College of Medicine who combine clinical ambition with community engagement. Key takeaways: - Supports medical students with ongoing community-focused service in healthcare contexts. - Intended for Penn State College of Medicine students in years 2–4. - Emphasizes service, advocacy, and leadership in underserved communities. Eligibility **Residency and citizenship.** Applicants must be United States citizens and...

Description **Purpose and scope** The Allegheny County Medical Society Medical Student Scholarship supports eligible medical students with the cost of attending a Pennsylvania medical school. The scholarship is administered by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and funded through contributions from the Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation. It is specifically intended for students who live in Allegheny County and are progressing through clinical years of medical training. Key takeaways - **Administrator:** The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society. - **Funder:** Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation. - **Target:** Medical students who reside in Allegheny County. - **Scope:** For students attending...

History of the Award **Origin and dedication** The scholarship was created to honor Scott A. Gunder, MD, a Harrisburg gastroenterologist and the 125th president of the Dauphin County Medical Society (DCMS). Dr. Gunder died at age 39 of cancer; colleagues and family established the fund to preserve his legacy of compassion and service. In October 2000 the DCMS established the Scott A. Gunder, MD, DCMS Presidential Scholarship Fund within The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society. The fund also serves as a way for the DCMS to recognize presidents who devote time to improving the society. Key takeaways - Established...

Overview The Door to College (DTC) Scholarship offers qualifying undergraduates up to $5,000 per academic year to help cover education-related costs at postsecondary institutions in Nebraska. Eligibility is limited to students whose high school completion occurred either through an accredited program at a Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center (YRTC), at an approved or accredited public, private, nondenominational, or parochial high school, or by receiving a high school equivalency diploma (GED) issued by the Commissioner of Education after discharge from a YRTC. Eligibility Requirements An applicant must meet all of the following to be considered eligible: 1. High school completion —...

Forward Steps is dedicated to helping young people with foster care experience access and complete postsecondary education. We provide financial support, individualized mentoring, and wraparound resource navigation so scholars can reach their academic and career goals. Applications are open on a rolling basis for the 2025–2026 academic year. Who is eligible? - Have verifiable foster care experience (you will need to provide documentation confirming foster care dependency). - First-time applicants must submit their application before turning 26 years old. - Be a Colorado resident and plan to attend, or already be enrolled in, a postsecondary institution in Colorado (examples include...

Description Live Your Dream provides scholarships to single mothers who seek education that will increase their earning potential and improve their ability to provide for their children. The program focuses on practical educational pathways—from college and graduate programs to technical schools and bootcamps—that support career advancement. Scholarships are administered by a foundation that prioritizes realistic, attainable goals and demonstrable financial need. The award supports single-parent households living in Utah at the time of application, though coursework may be completed online outside the state. Key takeaways: - Scholarships are for single mothers pursuing education to increase earning potential. - Acceptable programs...