SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN BOARD
The Financial Aid Office has curated a selection of scholarship resources that are relevant to SCHS students. Review each opportunity for specific criteria and deadlines. Scholarship application deadlines typically fall between September and May.
Tools like www.fastweb.com can also be used to search for national scholarships. You should always maximize the amount of free money you use to pay for college before borrowing. Keep in mind national scholarships are much more competitive and often much harder to attain than local scholarships. Even though the awarded amounts on national scholarships may be higher, you most likely have a better chance of getting a scholarship from a local business or organization.
GENERAL/LOCAL
Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond: The Community Foundation is a leading partner and advocate for philanthropy and service in the Richmond region. Founded in 1968, they have built a strong legacy of helping people and institutions give back with passion and purpose. The Community Foundation offers a variety of scholarships geared toward residents of Richmond and surrounding areas.
Completing the Dream Scholarship: The Sallie Mae Fund’s Completing the Dream Scholarship Program helps students from under-resourced, underrepresented, and underserved communities complete their post-secondary education. Students on-track to complete their degree or continuous education program who are facing financial challenges may apply to receive a one-time scholarship of up to $2,500 to help complete their post-secondary education program.
John Randolph Foundation: The John Randolph Foundation is proud to offer several scholarships for a variety of academic pursuits to local students residing in Hopewell, Prince George, Enon, Chester, Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Sussex, Surry, Charles City and Varina.
Southside Health Education Foundation (SHEF): In an effort to advance careers in health care, SHEF aims to connect deserving students with educational funding through scholarships. The SHEF service region encompasses the cities of Colonial Heights, Hopewell, Petersburg and the counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Sussex, Chester, Enon, Ettrick and Matoaca.
United Way WomenRise Program: In response to the massive expense of childcare, United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg launched WomenRise, a scholarship program that provides financial assistance to help single moms cover the cost of childcare while they work toward a post-secondary degree or credential. Applications open each spring.
HEALTHCARE
F.A. Davis Scholarship: F.A. Davis is dedicated to developing teaching and learning solutions that meet the needs of nursing and health science students, educators, and practitioners. To stay committed to our goal of shaping the future of nursing and health science education, F.A. Davis is proud to offer annual scholarships to support those aspiring to work in healthcare.
HONOR SOCIETY OPPORTUNITIES/SCHOLARSHIPS
Alpha Delta Nu – Nursing Honor Society: SCHS School of Nursing is chartered as the Alpha Epsilon Chapter of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Alpha Delta Nu Honor Society. The objective of the Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society is to recognize the academic excellence of students in the study of Associate Degree Nursing. The Society encourages the pursuit of advance degrees in the profession of nursing as well as continuing education as a life-long professional responsibility. Annual scholarship opportunities are available for members. For more information contact your Program Director.
Lambda Nu – Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Honor Society: Lambda Nu is the national honor society for the radiological and imaging sciences. The objectives are to foster academic scholarship at the highest academic levels, promote research and investigation in the radiological and imaging sciences, and recognize exemplary scholarship. The chapter at SCHS College is the Virginia Omega Chapter. Students who have achieved academic honors are eligible for membership in the honor society. Lambda Nu is proud to offer student scholarships every fall and spring to well deserving Lambda Nu student members. For more information contact your Program Director.
NURSING
American Association of Colleges of Nursing: As the collective voice for academic nursing, AACN serves as the catalyst for excellence and innovation in nursing education, research, and practice. The AACN maintains an extensive list of scholarships and financial aid for nursing students.
American Association for Men in Nursing: The AAMN mission is to shape the practice, education, research, and leadership for men in nursing and advance men’s health. Through the generosity of donations by its members, AAMN awards scholarships annually to current AAMN student members who are nursing undergraduates.
Foundation of National Student Nurses Association: The vision of the Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association is to have a thriving, diverse nursing workforce leading healthcare to improve quality of life for all. Organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, the Foundation awards scholarships, and other programs for student nurses.
Health Resources and Services Administration – Nurse Corps Scholarship Program: If accepted, HRSA will pay your tuition, fees, and other educational costs. In exchange, you agree to a minimum two-year, full-time service commitment (or part time equivalent), at an eligible health care facility with a critical shortage of nurses.
National Black Nurses Association: The NBNA represents approximately 200,000 African American nurses from the USA, Canada, Eastern Caribbean and Africa, with 111 chartered chapters nationwide. The NBNA mission is to provide a forum for collective action by African American nurses to represent and provide a forum for Black nurses to advocate for and implement strategies to ensure access to the highest quality of health care for persons of color. The association provides annual scholarships for student members.
Virginia Department of Health - Mary Marshall Nursing Scholarship Program: Virginia appreciates and thanks all of its nurses as they work to provide quality patient care across the Commonwealth! Presently, the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Health Equity offers several scholarship opportunities to help pay for nursing education.
Virginia Nurses Foundation: The Virginia Nurses Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the nursing profession and improving the health and wellbeing of all Virginia communities. Every year, each Virginia Nursing Association local chapter provides a $1000 scholarship to a prelicensure nursing student who attends school in their area. This scholarship is awarded to a student who demonstrates commitment to their nursing education and involvement in their local and/or school communities.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
American Society for Radiologic Technologists: ASRT Foundation offers members multiple scholarships help entry-level students and professionals get the support they need to achieve a successful, sustainable career and deliver safe, high-quality patient care. Applications are due January 31st.
Virginia Society of Radiologic Technologists: The purpose of this scholarship that is offered to VSRT members is to provide financial assistance to students enrolled in primary entry programs. Applications are due December 1st.
SCHS STUDENTS ONLY
Brenda Woodcock Scholarship: The Brenda Woodcock Scholarship is established to honor Ms. Woodcock’s nursing career and affiliation with Southside Medical Center and Southside College of Health Sciences. This scholarship also honors Ms. Woodcock’s daughter, who successfully graduated from the AASN program in 2023.
Centennial Society Scholarship: The Southside Health Education Foundation (SHEF) utilizes the Centennial Society Scholarship to award scholarships to students enrolled in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, Nursing Program, or Radiologic Technology Program at Southside College of Health Sciences (SCHS).
Emma Ruth Phillingane Nursing Scholarship: Established in 2024 by Charles Joyner and the Phillingane family, this scholarship honors the memory of Emma Ruth Phillingane, a long-time leader at Southside College of Health Sciences. The scholarship will be awarded annually and supports nursing students who demonstrate academic merit, financial need, and a commitment to the nursing profession. Preference will be given to second-degree seeking students. Students will be informed via email when this scholarship opens. Eligibility: SCHS Nursing Students, 3.0 GPA, financial need, merit-based.
Hometown Healthcare Scholarship: Supports students from the Petersburg area (Petersburg, Chester, Colonial Heights, Hopewell, Dinwiddie, Prince George, and Emporia) who are pursuing a career in healthcare through the SCHS Nursing, RAD, or DMS Programs. The scholarship is awarded annually and is open to students committed to living and working in their community after graduation. Students will be informed via email when this scholarship opens. Eligibility: Must be a resident of the Petersburg area or surrounding counties, active student at SCHS and demonstrate a commitment to local healthcare.
Joan Pollard Scholarship: This scholarship is funded in memory of Joan Brooker Pollard who was hired as the medical librarian at Southside Regional Medical Center in 1985 and continued to work at Southside College of Health Sciences until her passing in 2021.This scholarship is partially funded by faculty and staff, and is a distinguished award aimed at supporting students who have demonstrated excellence and commitment in their studies and community involvement at SCHS. Eligible students must be enrolled in any one of the SCHS academic programs, in good academic standing (meeting all SAP requirements) and intend to work in the Tri-City area after graduation.
SWEEPSTAKES
Citizens Scholarship: This quick Citizens Scholarship application gives students a chance to win $2,500 monthly and quarterly prizes and a $15,000 annual grand prize.
Nitro Scholarship: Monthly opportunities to enter to win a $2,000 prize.
Sallie Mae Scholarship: Monthly opportunities to enter to win a $2,000 prize.
THIS BULLETIN BOARD IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY, SCHS DOES NOT ENDORSE OR AFFILIATE WITH THESE SCHOLARSHIPS.
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