Embedded Files
People who work in the physical therapy field enjoy a certain type of gratification. Whether it’s back or neck issues, arthritis, neurological conditions, or just simply pains and strains, the rewards of helping someone regain their mobility is great. However, the financial cost of tuition, books, and other materials can be substantial. There are many options available both nationwide and within the state of Florida to help lower or eliminate these costs for the student. To get the most financing for nursing school, we recommend you apply for as many of these grants as possible and remember to reapply each year.
APTA Mary McMillan Scholarship Award
The APTA Mary McMillan Scholarship Award is funded by the American Physical Therapy Association, an organization of physical therapists dedicated to building a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society. Every year, their APTA Mary McMillan Scholarship Award grants up to $5,000 to multiple physical therapy students in the final year of their programs. Bear in mind that applicants must be nominated for the award.
APTA Minority Scholarship Award
The APTA Minority Scholarship Award is funded by the American Physical Therapy Association, an organization of physical therapists dedicated to building a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society. Every year, their APTA Minority Scholarship Award grants up to $5,000 to multiple minorities in their final year of a physical therapy program and faculty members pursuing postdoctoral physical therapy degrees.
American Indian Medical Scholarship Program
The American Indian Medical Scholarship Award Program (AIMS) was started by the NSCDA in 1928 to give students of American Indian descent the opportunity to pursue careers in nursing. The students are expected to return to work among their people to help improve health care. Some students work on reservations, and others find employment in hospitals in areas largely populated by American Indians. Intended originally to benefit females only, the program has expanded to include males and the career goals now include not only nursing careers, but jobs in health care and health education, as well.
The AvaCare Medical Scholarship recognizes those who are working to better the lives of our customers, students who are pursuing a degree in the medical field, with a prize of $1000 toward college tuition. This scholarship is awarded annually to one submission that tells about an inspiring act of kindness.
Becky Burrows Memorial Scholarship
This fund provides aid to students who are reentering the job market, beginning “second careers,” or seeking to improve their professional skills for their current occupation by continuing their education in that field. Students must pursue courses of study that further Pilot International’s mission to transform communities through education and service in the areas of youth development and leadership, brain safety and fitness or caring for families in need. Although award values may vary, scholarships will not exceed $1,000 per year for fulltime students and $500 per year for part-time students.
Bob King Co-Pilot Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships are based on community service, financial need, academic success, and application contents. Scholarships are awarded for one academic year. A student may re-apply and be granted the Bob King Co-Pilot Scholarship for no more than 3 additional years. Award amounts may vary, but will not exceed $1,500 per year for full time students and $750.00 for part time students. Two individual scholarships will be awarded each year.
0 essays. 0 report cards. 1 solid financial bump. Enter to win, and you’re in the running for a monthly $2,500 prize, and eventually our yearly $15,000 prize towards tuition.
Coursey Enterprises sponsors two scholarships every spring and fall. Applicants should submit a personal essay and photo. Candidates should be first-year nursing students enrolled in a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse program. Award is $250.
Rizing Tide will annually award the Crest scholarship to students who are pursuing a physical therapy degree—and who come from an underrepresented racial and/or ethnic background (self-identifying as BIPOC). Applicants must be entering their first or second year of PT school or they must be PTAs entering a PTA-to-DPT bridge program.
DAR Occupational/Physical Therapy Scholarship
The Occupational/Physical Therapy Scholarship, in the amount of $2,000, is awarded to two students who are in financial need and have been accepted or are attending an accredited school of occupational therapy (including art, music, or physical therapy).
Diversity in Health Care Scholarship
Are you a current or former health professional? This $3,200 scholarship will help you take your healthcare career to the next level.
Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship
The Edith Nourse Rogers Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) Scholarship allows eligible Veterans using the Post-9/11 GI Bill or dependents using the Fry Scholarship to get added benefits. This scholarship provides up to 9 months (or $30,000) of benefits for training in high-demand fields.
Recognizing the importance of career education, the FAPSC Foundation Scholarship was created to provide assistance to qualifying students interested in pursuing education/careers through FAPSC member schools. The scholarship provides tuition assistance to individuals with a desire to complete career education and is based on applicant excellence. The award is $1,000.
Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship
The 2023 National Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship is open to any Hispanic student enrolled full-time for the 2023-2024 academic year in multiple fields including nursing programs. The award is given every year and goes to the student who demonstrates leaderships skills, a consistent academic track record, and has maintained a successful academic career. This year, the scholarship will feature awards of $5,000 annually for up to four years, as well as individual scholarship awards of $2,000 each.
Students who maintain HOSA memberships can apply to a variety of scholarships and awards open to sonography and ultrasound technology students. They must create a Tallo account to apply.
Applicants to the Minority Women in Sports Medicine Scholarship Fund must: currently be a high school senior maintaining a 3.0 GPA and be planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program for the entire upcoming academic year, or currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program maintaining a 3.0 GPA; have completed 100 hours of community service (if a high school senior); and be pursuing a degree in major that pertains to athletics or exercise medicine. The award is $4,000.
NSCA Foundation Challenge Scholarships
This scholarship is given to NSCA Members seeking either an undergraduate or graduate degree in a strength and conditioning-related field. Awards in the amount of $2,000 are granted and are to be applied toward tuition charges accrued by the student.
NSCA Foundation Minority Scholarships
This scholarship is designed to encourage minorities, ages 17 and older, to enter into the field of strength and conditioning. A minority is defined as an "ethnic minority," as determined by the U.S. Census Bureau. Applicants must demonstrate they have been accepted into an accredited institution working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in the strength and conditioning field. Awards in the amount of $2,000 are granted and are to be applied toward tuition charges accrued by the student.
NSCA Foundation Women's Scholarships
This scholarship is designed to support those who identify as female, ages 17 and older, to enter into the field of strength and conditioning. Applicants must demonstrate they have been accepted into an accredited institution and are working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in the strength and conditioning field. Awards in the amount of $2,000 are granted and are to be applied toward tuition charges accrued by the student.
Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-For-Service Program
The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for STEM students. SMART offers scholarships for undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students pursuing a STEM degree. Scholarship recipients receive full tuition, annual stipends, internships, and guaranteed employment with the Department of Defense after graduation.
WPBDF’s 2024 Academic Scholarship
The WPBDF’s 2024 Academic Scholarship is available to students with a parent/sibling/child of a person with a bleeding disorder. The award is $3,000. Click the link for more scholarship opportunities.
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse