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Nursing Shortage Education Scholarship

Funded by
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Georgiana Yawitz
$1,500
3 winners, $500 each
Awarded
Application Deadline
May 1, 2023
Winners Announced
Jun 1, 2023
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate or graduate student
Field of Study:
Nursing
GPA:
3.0 or higher
Education Level:
Field of Study:
GPA:
Undergraduate or graduate student
Nursing
3.0 or higher

For many students, college can be extremely difficult or even impossible to pay for.

In order to build a better world for the future, it’s important that students in need have the necessary resources to succeed. In light of the growing nursing shortage since the pandemic, it’s critical for students interested in nursing to be supported through their degrees so they can go on to keep society safe and healthy. 

This scholarship aims to financially support nursing students who need assistance to afford college and complete their degrees.

Any undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing nursing and has at least a 3.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship. 

To apply, tell us why you plan to pursue a career as a nurse.

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Published December 2, 2022
$1,500
3 winners, $500 each
Awarded
Application Deadline
May 1, 2023
Winners Announced
Jun 1, 2023
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate
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Essay Topic

Why do you plan to pursue a career as a nurse?

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

June 2023

Winners
Lidya Nansanja1st PLACE
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Drexel Hill, PA
Ashley McGregor2nd PLACE
Loyola University Chicago
Mchenry, IL
Katrina Pecaoco3rd PLACE
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Garden Grove, CA

Winning Applications

Lidya Nansanja
West Chester University of PennsylvaniaDrexel Hill, PA
Ashley McGregor
Loyola University ChicagoMchenry, IL
I've always known I would pursue the terminal degree in nursing, that being a PhD. As a life-long learner, having a PhD will fulfill me with knowledge to continue learning and researching the nursing field at an elevated level. I started my nursing education with completing a BS in Nursing and a BS in Public Health Aging and Health, with a minor in Gerontology. My Masters in Nursing has a focus on Administration however, I much prefer teaching over administration at this time in my life. After entering the specialty of Labor and Delivery and subsequently obtaining my RNC-OB in late 2020, I had the itch to finally apply to the PhD program at Loyola University. To my surprise they accepted me for Fall 2021, however I pushed back my start date due to me being pregnant with my third child. Fall 2022 quickly approaches and I am seeking scholarship opportunities to help reduce the financial burden this PhD will place on my family. I have currently 3 small children, ages 5, 4, and 15 months at the time of this application. My husband currently is a stay-at-home Dad, with the exception of some DoorDash/Uber Eat deliveries when I am home. I work full-time 12 hour shifts at my community hospital (see profile) as Labor and Delivery Nurse. In addition, I teach clinical to ADN students through a community college. After working inpatient nursing, teaching ADN students, and raising my family, I still desire to further my education so that I can continue to give back. I want to bring the new generation of nurses into the healthcare field with a holistic perspective, safety, and passion in their bones. This will not be easy, however having a PhD will give me the tools I need broaden my own horizons, obtain the research needed, make connections in the education world, and encompass that all into my future teaching philosophy. Each educational opportunity I have come across and accomplished has made me a better, more well-rounded nurse, and even improved my interpersonal skills with my co-workers. I wish to keep striving to enhance my knowledge and encouraging others I know to go for higher education as well. Specifically with my PhD I wish to research in the field of maternity and childbirth. There is still such a need for education and advancement in this area, I will have more specific topics when I am closer to researching and writing my dissertation at the end of my graduate school time.
Katrina Pecaoco
Gurnick Academy of Medical ArtsGarden Grove, CA

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 1, 2023. Winners will be announced on Jun 1, 2023.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 1, 2023. 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.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's 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.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

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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Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

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