The Brian J. Boley Memorial Scholarship commemorates a cherished son whose journey ended tragically at 21 due to mental illness and the ensuing struggle with addiction. Recognizing the intricate link between mental health and substance abuse—where nearly 50% of those with severe mental disorders also face addiction challenges—this scholarship aspires to cultivate a new wave of mental health professionals. These future experts will be equipped to support individuals battling these interwoven issues.
High school seniors and college undergraduates aspiring to specialize in mental health are invited to apply. This scholarship not only honors Brian's memory but also supports financially-needy students dedicated to transforming the mental health landscape.
Applicants are encouraged to share their motivation for choosing a mental health career and their vision for effecting positive change in a system that, regrettably, failed to support Brian adequately. Your insights on how to improve and humanize mental health care are valuable to Brian's friends and family and the communities you will serve.
Why are you pursuing a degree in the mental health field and how you will try to make a difference in the lives of others?
The application deadline is May 4, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jun 4, 2024.
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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 Jun 4, 2024. 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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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.