Beverly J. Patterson Scholarship
Beverly J. Patterson was a beloved nurse who worked as an RN, which continued to open doors and opportunities for her to grow, share, and care for people.
Nursing is an incredibly important and rewarding profession, offering the ability to touch patients’ lives daily and improve their healthcare outcomes. As the nursing shortage grows, it is more important than ever to mobilize young people to pursue the field so hospitals, schools, and practices can maintain adequate staffing.
This scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Beverly J. Patterson by supporting students who share her devotion to nursing.
Any high school or undergraduate student who is pursuing nursing may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but applicants who are focusing on OBGYN care are preferred.
To apply, tell us why you’re passionate about nursing, what your goals are, which field you’ll pursue, and what impact you hope to make.
Why are you passionate about nursing and what do you hope to get out of your career as a nurse? What area of nursing do you hope to enter? What impact will you make on your specific speciality?
Winners and Finalists
May 2025
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Apr 29, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 30, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on May 30, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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