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College of Nursing Undergraduate Scholarship/Financial Awards

In addition to the many University scholarships, the College of Nursing has several scholarships available to students indicating an interest in nursing as a major. These scholarships illustrate the support extended by alumni, friends, professional and community institutions associated with the College. Funds for awards vary according to the support and specifications of each scholarship/financial award. Awards are for one year only and students must reapply each year to receive a scholarship.

Scholarship applicants must meet the minimum requirements for admission to the College of Nursing. The student must be in good academic standing and factors such as extracurricular activities, work experience, awards and recognition, community involvement, recommendations and/or a personal essay are considered. Interviews may be requested.

Scholarship/Financial Award Committees will review applications for the appropriate scholarship based on the applicant’s qualifications and specifications of the scholarship/financial award. The amount of scholarship awards, when added to other sources of financial aid, may not exceed the total annual cost of attendance as determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid. Application notification is sent to enrolled and applying students in early spring. Award recipients are notified in June or July before the new academic year begins.

For scholarships that require an essay, please attach a single-page, double-spaced, typed essay of no more than two or three paragraphs in length to the application form. The essay should describe your interest, commitment, and involvement as indicated in the scholarship criteria.

For additional information, or if you cannot access the online applications, contact the Office of Student Services, 309 College of Nursing Bldg., Lexington, KY  40536-0232. Phone: (859) 323-5108 or e-mail conss@uky.edu.
 


College of Nursing Scholarships and Awards

Phyllis Antrim Briscoe Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in 1992 by John Briscoe in memory of his mother, Phyllis Antrim Briscoe, this renewable scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate potential for success and describe a desire for a profession in nursing. Submission of an essay of no more than 250 words is required. First preference is given to Kentucky residents.

Marcia Boyd Donaldson Scholarship

Established in 1989 by Dr. Elvis S. Donaldson, Jr., in memory of his wife, a 1968 Alumna of the College of Nursing. This renewable scholarship is awarded to a nursing student who is a Kentucky resident and has financial need.

Major Troy T. Gibson and Lt. Colonel Sally G. Siebert Fund

Established in 1994 by Sally Siebert, a 1985 alumna, in memory of Troy Gibson, a 1981 alumnus of the College shortly after Mr. Gibson's death. This award It will be given to a sophomore nursing student for purchasing equipment, supplies, and other necessary nursing tools.

Katherine Tenore Girone Scholarship Fund

Established in 2006 in memory of Mrs. Girone, the scholarship is awarded to a full-time graduate student with a cumulative grade point average (GPA). or 3.00 or higher with a declared interest in public health nursing.

Good Samaritan Volunteers Scholarship

Established in 1997 by the Good Samaritan Volunteers Association, this renewable scholarship is awarded to academically talented second or third year nursing students with financial need. Recipient must be a U.S. citizen and a Kentucky resident.

Gorman Merit Scholarship

Established in 1990 by Sheila Gorman Steinberg, a 1979 BSN graduate, this scholarship is awarded to a student who demonstrates the potential for academic excellence. Preference is given to Notre Dame Academy high school graduates of Covington, Ky., or residents of Boone, Kenton, or Campbell counties in Kentucky.

Lindsey Marie Harp Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2006 and given in memory of Lindsay Marie Harp, a 2006 graduate of the College of Nursing, this scholarship is awarded to a second- or third-year student from Franklin County, Ky. Second preference is given to a second- or third-year student from Georgetown College, and/or third preference is given to a second-or third-year student from Kentucky.

Doris Hatchell Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Established in 1993 by Mr. Ernest Hatchell in memory of his daughter, Doris, a nurse who spent her career at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. This is a one-time award given to a deserving student admitted to the College of Nursing.

James F. Hile Nursing Scholarship

Established in 1999 through the estate of Mr. James F. Hile, this scholarship is awarded to a student training to be a registered nurse.

Barbara Hobbie Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2007 by Roy “Skip” Hobbie in memory of his mother, Barbara Hobbie. This scholarship is for an undergraduate student who has maintained an outstanding academic record and has financial need. An essay and one letter of recommendation emphasizing a history of a caring and compassionate nature are required. First preference will be given to students from rural Kentucky or West Virginia, but shall not exclude others.

Nancy B. Hynson Memorial Scholarship Award

Established in 1999 by Rick Hynson in memory of his wife, the first president of the College of Nursing Alumni Association. This scholarship is awarded to an entering freshman who has demonstrated academic proficiency and shows evidence of financial need.

Peggy S. McClintock Scholarship

Established in 1988, in memory of Peggy S. McClintock, a former personnel director at the UK Chandler Medical Center. Donors wish to honor her professional expertise and enthusiasm and desire to support young people in their career endeavors. This scholarship is awarded to a third-year student who is a Kentucky resident and has financial need. Special consideration may be given to non-traditional students, defined as those age 25 and older.

Metropolitan Woman's Club Scholarship

Established in 1989, the scholarship is awarded to non-traditional female students (age 25 and older) from Kentucky who need financial assistance. Subsequent funds will be awarded until degree completion as long as the recipient shows progress and maintains a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

Pamela Riggs Peters Endowment Fund

Established in 1996 by George Peters, III, this renewable scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen (pre-nursing) students who are Kentucky residents. Recipients must show financial need as determined by the UK Office of Student Financial Aid.

The Sample Family Scholarship

Established in 1994 by Mrs. Ann Sample in memory of her husband, Harry and her son, Marc. The scholarship will be given to a student in good standing who needs assistance purchasing books and supplies required for clinical course work and laboratory studies.

Jane Badham Tudor Scholarship

Established in 1996, this award is given to a student who demonstrates potential for academic excellence.

Mary P. Winternitz Scholarship

Established in 1965 by Dr. William W. Winternitz, in memory of his wife Mary, an outstanding nurse and good samaritan. This scholarship is awarded to an entering freshman who through past performance, demonstrates potential for success and shows need for financial assistance. The recipient communicates cheerfulness and responsiveness to others and demonstrates warm personal relationships, dependability, and dedication.

Medical Center Scholarships Awarded to College of Nursing Students

Academic Excellence Scholarships (separate application required)

These competitive scholarships are available to currently enrolled full-time students in the College of Nursing. Scholarship applicants must have completed at least 12 semester hours at UK with a cumulative GPA of 3.50. Students applying for admission to the College of Nursing are not eligible for these awards. Students who will receive any scholarship from the University’s Merit Scholarship Office are not eligible to be considered for these awards. The Office of Student Services will notify enrolled students of the application availability and deadline of this scholarship.

Medical Center Enhancement Scholarships

These scholarships were established for recruiting outstanding African-American students who are interested in the health professions. Granted to undergraduate students admitted to the College of Nursing who show evidence of outstanding commitment to a career in nursing.

Medical Center Wright Recruitment Scholarships

This renewable scholarship endowment award is established to recruit outstanding students to the University who are interested in the health professions. The award is granted annually to undergraduate students admitted to the College of Nursing who qualify as a University Merit Scholar (ACT composite score 27 and a high school grade point average of 3.0).

Outside Agency Scholarships Awarded to College of Nursing Students

Applications for these agency awards are sent to the College of Nursing and distributed through the Office of Student Services. Please do not contact these agencies for information regarding the awards. The Office of Student Services will notify enrolled students of the application deadlines.

Central Baptist Hospital SAHA Foundation Award for Cardiovascular Research and Education Scholarship

Established by Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington, Ky., this scholarship is awarded to a currently enrolled BSN professional nursing student (pre-nursing students not eligible) with an interest in cardiovascular nursing. A separate scholarship application and two letters of recommendation are required and possibly an interview with the scholarship committee.

Rosellen Dee Pearsall Nurse Scholarship Fund

Established in 2001 to commemorate the life of Dee Pearsall, a 1967 graduate, whose career in nursing and groundbreaking leadership in the rehabilitation field helps fund education and training in the profession she loved. This renewable scholarship is awarded to U.S. citizens admitted to the College of Nursing (pre-nursing students not eligible). Preference is given to Armed Forces personnel and/or their dependents. A separate scholarship application and letters of recommendation are required, in addition to a one-page essay about an individual who stands as a role model for the applicant’s future.

Other UK Scholarship Programs

The Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Studies administers a scholarship program for entering freshmen regardless of major who demonstrate the potential for superior academic performance. Entering freshmen who score an enhanced ACT minimum composite score of 28 or an SAT score of 1110 should call (859) 257-4198 or write for further information to:

Scholarship Coordinator
Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Studies
7 Administration Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0032.

Adult Student Services Scholarships

Information and applications are available from:

Adult Student Services
211 Funkhouser Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY  40506-0054
Phone:  (859) 257-3802
Toll-Free:  1-800-432-0963 ext. 73802
Fax:  (859) 257-9594
http://www.uky.edu/AdultSS

Download and print a College of Nursing Academic Scholarship/Financial Award Application (Word doc). Applications are due by April 1. You should submit a scholarship application if you are applying to the nursing major and have not been formally accepted.

 

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