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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