The Best Scholarships For Health Care Students

There's never been a better time to get into a health-related field with a degree. Demand for a wide range of nursing, educator, technologist, technician, doctor, and support roles has never been higher. But the thing is, there's always some excuse not to start a degree. One major roadblock for many students centers around the fact that higher education in American can be super expensive. 

Here at BestHealthDegrees.com we're here to tell you that "can" doesn't mean "must." And that health care degrees can be both lucrative once you've graduated, as well as affordable while you're in the course of study. That's why we've gathered the most lucrative health care scholarships, many of which are available at nearly every level of study within higher education. If you think you may major or pursue a degree in a health care-related degree, there's sure to be something for you on this list. 

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation Scholarships
30000
Members of the Academy of Nutrtion and Dietetic Foundation as well as food and nutrition professionals 
Scholarships range from $1,000 to $30,000 and seek to award Academy members and professionals who are avid contributers to the advancement of dietetic science and information.  Recepients may use this award to further their research, career or education in the fields of nutrition science. 
NIH Scholarship Link
20000
Students from disadvantaged backgrounds pursuing a career in health sciences. 
Recepients of this need-based award must commit to two service obligations.  They are completion of a 10 week Summer lab, and employment at the NIH after graduation.  The award is up to $20,000 and may be renewed for up to 4 years. 
TYLENOL Future Care Scholarship
10000
Students pursuing careers in healthcare
If you intend to change the healthcare system and are a dedicated students both academically and in your community thant the Tylenol Future Care Scholarship is likely a good fit for you.  
Allied Healthcare Scholarship Link
8000
Students enrolled in healthcare programs who are dedicated to pursuing a career in healthcare in underserved areas of California. 
The Health Professionals Education Foundation seeks to provide financial aid to health professionals and students pursuing a health profession. These students and professionals must be dedicated to working in underserved areas in the state of California. Loan repayment programs are also available. 
Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship
5000
Minority students in healthcare management graduate programs. 
Students who can demonstrate a financial need and who are student associate of ACHE will be given preference.  This $5,000 award should be used to finish an advanced degree.  Students pursuing a master's in healthcare administration are encouraged to apply. 
Alice W. Rook Scholarship Link
5000
Female US Citizen attending medical school 
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) are offering the Irene and Daisy MacGregor scholarship for two recipients who are in ""high scholastic standing"" (a GPA of 3.5 and above) enrolled in a medical school program planning to pursue a career as an MD or a psychiatric nursing degree. 
American College of Medical Practice Executives (ACPME) Scholarship Fund Program
5000
Future movers and shakers in the healthcare industry and members of the MGMA 
If you are looking to make a difference in the field of healthcare, then this scholarship is for you.  MGMA has made it their mission to transform health care in the US and is seeking likeminded individuals who are passionate about healthcare reform.  Hopefuls must be enrolled in either a graduate or graduate medical practice management degree. 
American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Scholarship
5000
Enrolled or Admitted to a 500 hour massage entry level program
The American Massage Therapy Association seeks to award aspiring massage therapists with a one time $5,000 scholarship.  Participants must be currently enrolled or at least accpepted to a 500 hour entry-level massage therapy program. 
American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHFoundation) Graduate Scholarship
5000
Enrolled in a clinical doctoral program in audiology or a master's program in Speech and language pathology
These scholarships are funding opportunities for individuals who are enrolled in either a master's or doctoral degree.  International students and minorities are offered additional financial opportunities. 
Foundation for Seacoast Health Scholarship Link
5000
Undergraduate or graduate students purusing a career in health
These scholarships are intended for students living in the specific regions of the US who are pursing a career in a health-related field.  They are merit-based and intended for individuals who are looking to advance their career or initiate their career in nursing, pharmacology, and more. 
Mary McMillan Scholarship Award
5000
Students must be nominated from physical therapist education programs.
The Mary McMillan Scholarship award seeks to honor students who are in their last year of an accredited program and who display high levels of scholastic ability. Studnets must demonstrate that they will make contributions to the field of physical therapy. 
NAHN Scholarship Link
5000
NAHN members in good standing 
The National Association of Hispanic Nurses offers awards anually for NAHN members who are enrolled in accredited LVN/LPN programs including diploma, associate, bacelor's, and graduate nursing degree candidates. The NAHN factors in need as well as academic standing when making their decision. 
AHIMA Foundation Merit Scholarship Link
2500
Students pursuing a degree in health information technology.
These scholarships are available at four levels: for associate's-seeking students, bachelor's-seeking students, master's-seeking students, and for doctorate-seeking students.  These merit-based scholarships aim to support students purusing careers in HIM or professionals looking to advance their careers in the fields of health informatics 
American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Foundation Scholarships
2000
Students and professionals seeking a career or continuing a career in health sciences.
The ASRT Foundation seeks to encourage students and professionals in the field of health science. Their aim is to promote longevity in the field. 
Edith M. Allen Scholarship Link
2000
General, Racial-Ethic, Students in Ministry
The GBHEM aims to support students who are active members of the United Methodist Church in myriad of possible roles and these scholarships are a good fit for BIPOC individuals as well as individuals purusing ministry as a career.  
Maxine Williams Scholarship Fund
1000
Medical assisting students 
This scholarship was named after Maxine Williams who founded th American Associatoin of Medical Assistants (AAMA) and seeks to fund students pursuing studies in the field of medical assistance. 
American Medical Technologists (AMTIE) Scholarships & Awards
500
Students with a demonstrable financial need
Students who can demontrate a finacial need are encourated to apply to these AMT scholarships. The American Medical Technologists certifies lab technicians, dental technicians and more. 
Gates Millennium Scholars
Up to cost of education
Students of color 
The Gates Millenium Scholars program are funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. This award is for any of the following disciplines: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science. 
Alpha Mu Tau Fraternity and Education Research Fund Scholarship Link
Varies
Members of the Alpha Mu Tau Fraternity 
Alpha Mu Tau seeks to aid individuals pursing laboratory research either as a student or professionally as a career. Applicants must be US Citizens and members of the ASCLS. 
Behavioral Sciences Student Fellowship Link
Varies
Undergraduate or Graduate students with a disability who are studying health and disability
""Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability"" is awarded each year to students living with a disability and seeks to provide financial aid to students pursuing a degree in the field of health and disability. 
Chesapeake Urology Associates Scholarship
Varies
Individuals who demonstrate a financial need
This scholarship was established along with Central Scholarship with an aim to help students pursuing a degree in a medical field and who may be unable to do so due to financial need.  
Elizabeth and Sherman Asche Memorial Scholarship Link
Varies
Native American students 
The mission of Indian Affairs is to ""strengthen Cultural Sovreignty"" and the scholarships are part of this mision.  Native American students pursuing a degree at the undergraduate or graduate level are encouraged to apply. 
Harry J. Harwick Scholarship Link
Varies
Members of the MGMA and undergraduates or graduates. 
The MGAM scholarship aims to support individuals who are looking to purusing a career in healthcare management. These scholarships are not available to individuals looking to puruse clinical careers.  
Health Professions Preparatory Scholarship Program link
Varies
American Indian, Alaska Natives who are members of federally recognized tribes
Indian Health Services seek to empower Native Americans looking to enter into a pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, and other related field.  
Health Resources and Service Administration Scholarship Link
Varies
Nurses and Primary Care Providers serving in areas without access to proper care. 
The Health Resources and Services Administration aims to support individuals from a disadvantaged background who are looking to puruse a career in health.  These individuals may be involved in nursing or any profession that is health-related and located in underserved areas.  HRSA also offers loan forgiveness plans. 
Healthcare Information Management Systems Scholarship Link
Varies
HIMSS student members with demonstrated academic achievement. 
Undergraduate or graduate students who are studying health information technology and have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement. 
Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship Link
Varies
Graduate Students studying medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, public health, physicians assistant 
The National Hispanic Health Foundation seeks to support individuals who have an affinity for and are looking to serve individuals' health in the hispanic community.  Applicants do not have to be hispanic to apply. 
Institute of Oral Health (IOH) Scholarship Program
Varies
ADHA members
If you are an ADHA member looking to advance the field of dental hygeine then these scholarships are a good fit for you.  Associate's, bachelor's, and master's-seeking students may apply.
Jimmy A. Young Memorial Education Recognition Award Link
Varies
Undergraduate or graduate students seeking a degree in respiratory therapy. 
The AARC offers several academic award opportunities for individuals looking to become respiratory therapists at any level including those engaged in research. 
Larry Nesmith Pharmacy Technician Education Scholarship Award Program
Varies
A member of AAPT and enrolled in a pharmacy technology program. 
The aim of this program is to support individuals looking to become pharmacy technicians or advance their career while practicing as a pharmacy technician. Applicants must have completed 12 credits towards a diploma or degree and have a C or better GPA. 
McNeil Consumer Health Rural Undeserved Scholarship Link
Varies
Members of NAPNAP
The Loretta C. Ford Distinguished Fellow Award seeks to recognize an individual who has made demonstrable advancements in pediatric health care. The individual will receive a complimentary conference registration, lodging, and transportation to the national conference. 
Minority Scholarship Award
Varies
Minority students or professionals in the field of physical therapy
APTA seeks to empower minorities who are pursuing a career in physical therapy.  There are several awards to students and faculty members aliek.  
National Merit Scholarship Program
Varies
High School students who have taken the PSAT/NMSQT exam
The National Merit Scholarship award is a merit-based scholarship that has been around since 1955.  Nearly 1.6 million high school students will enter this program each year. To qualify take the PSAT/NMSQT in your junior year of high school. 
Oliver Joel and Ellen Pell Denny Healthcare Scholarship Fund
Varies
Regional dependency 
The Winston-Salem Foundation offers 125 scholarships to students in various disciplines. Scholarships are merit-based.  
Robanna Fund
Varies
Resident of the State of Hawaii and demonstrate financial need
The Hawaii Community Foundation (HCF) looks to support students who are full-time and demonstrating any financial need. The scholarships are for any area of study.  HCF firmly believes that non profit organizations are vital to the communities in Hawaii.  Grants are also available to NPOs in the state. 
Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship
Varies
Undergraduate or graduate students who are members of SHAPE America and pursing a degree in a health-related field. 
SHAPE offers a number of scholarships for students pursuing a degree in health.  The Ruth Abernathy award is for 3 undergraduate and 2 graduate students who can demonstrate ""scholastic proficiency"" and that is with a GPA of 3.5 and who are leaders and involved in community service.  
Truman Scholarships
Varies
Undergraduates intending to pursue an advanced degree 
For years the Harry S. Truman scholarship foundation has sought to discover bright engaged students who aim to be ""change agents"" in the fields of government, public health, and more. 
Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program Link
Varies
Full-time or part-time students enrolled in an accredited Maryland school 
Applicants must be pursing an advanced degree in nursing (MSN, MS, PhD, DNP, EdD) and looking to become nursing faculty.  All students should be enrolled in an accredited institution in the state of Maryland.
So whether you are looking for a scholarship for an undergraduate degree in public health or a master’s degree in Healthcare administration- we have you covered!
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