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Unless otherwise noted, UIC Scholarships does not administer or sponsor the programs listed on its website. The content of these pages are merely a guide for current undergraduate and professional school students at UIC. Deadlines are subject to change without notice, and for questions or contact information, please refer to the website that the short description is linked to.

August

Advancepoint Capital’s Financial Literacy Scholarship understands the difficulties students are facing as they pursue their educational journey and they hope to relieve the stress by giving this opportunity to a full time undergraduate student.

Breast Cancer Car Donations Annual College Scholarship is supporting students pursuing STEM-related degrees. Undergraduate students may apply.

Budget Branders’ Cooking Up Joy Scholarship assists students with their college expenses. Students must cook their own dish and explain its significance.

The Community Impact Scholarship is offered by the Law Office of Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. to college students who have made a substantial impact in their community through volunteer work.

The Custody x Change Giving Fund Single Parents Scholarships are offered to single parents who have primary custody of at least one minor and are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program. (Additional deadlines in December and April)

CustomerServ is an advocate for higher education and seeks to help current or perspective business students.

Dana Point Rehab Campus is looking for scholars who want to use their education to better the lives of others and the health care industry. They are offering scholarships to students who have had experience with philanthropic or humanitarian efforts. (Additional Deadline in November)

Denny’s is committed to fight hunger and through this scholarship it hopes to encourage students to help stop hunger in their community. High school or college students may apply.

The Driver Education Innovative Awards offer students who write about the importance of driver education and safe driving assistance with their college expenses. (Additional Deadlines in November and March)

Future Educator Scholarship believes educators have the power to spark positive development in students and they hope to do the same. Incoming freshmen and current college students majoring in education may apply.

The Job-Applications.com Working Parent College Scholarship is offered to students who are a residential parent of at least one minor and at least 18 years old. (Additional deadline in December)

The Lawn Butler Scholarship was established to inspire current and future students to seek college degrees. Full-time students studying any major are eligible to apply. (Additional deadline in December)

Lemon Law Experts offers scholarships to current or prospective law school students. The scholarship must be used toward college or law school costs.

The Party Headphones Business Forward Student Scholarship is offered to students interested in the following industries, regardless of their major: business development, digital marketing, consumer product design, sound engineering, entertainment technology, and/or marketing or automation. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

Turco Muñoz Domestic Violence Survivor Scholarship helps by supporting the education of those who intend to professionally help with the domestic violence crisis.

September

The APRN Scholarship awards students currently enrolled in an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Anesthesia graduate degree program.

The Education Connection Military Scholarship encourages students to follow their professional endeavors. Undergraduate students who are military active duty, honorably discharged, veteran, or a spouse from any branch of the military may apply.

The Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship is offered to incoming and current undergraduate students who understand the value of innovative and effective educational programs that prevent drunk driving.

The Future of Healthcare Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship was designed to help meet the cost of an advanced degree. Applicants should be recently accepted or currently enrolled first or second year grad student in a qualifying MSN program for Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists or Certified Nurse-Midwives.

KCCATL has a merit-based scholarship. Students pursuing nursing, medicine, trucking, EEE or applied sciences and CSE are encouraged to apply. (Additional deadline in February)

KompareIt works to assist consumers in finding the right services for their home or business. Undergraduate international and undocumented students may apply.

The MASFAA Access Scholarship seeks to support students facing barriers to their financial, academic, and social success.

May Firm Injury Lawyers offer its scholarship program to undergraduate students across academic disciplines (Additional deadlines in January)

Pintas & Mullins’ Dangers of Vaping Scholarship is offered to incoming and undergraduate students who see the importance of not vaping. (Additional deadline in March)

State Records Public Service Scholarship is meant to encourage college students to have an interest in the public sector through free public records. Applicants can be high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students.

The Striving Solo Parent Scholarship is offered by Daniel R. Bacalis P.C. to a single parent returning to school to pursue a college degree.

The TFL Foundation offers the TFL Foundation Conservation Award to help ensure the development of future leaders in the fields of environmental conservation and preservation.

October

The Actuarial Scholarship for Minority Students is awarded to undergraduates preparing for actuarial careers. A summer internship is also part of the scholarship.

The purpose of AHMP’s scholarship is to support students who are investing their future in the protection of the environment.

The Barbara A. Colley Master’s Scholarship is for students currently enrolled in a master’s health education program.

Spolin Law P.C. has created a Civil Rights and Criminal Law Essay Competition Scholarship. The purpose of the scholarship is to raise awareness of criminal and civil rights issues and support students who can articulate the importance of these principles.

The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition (financial need is not considered) that is open to college students and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education.

The College Monk Short Essay Scholarship supports Undergraduate and Graduate students across academic programs. Recent high school graduates, continuing students and international students may apply.

Debt.com offers a bi-monthly scholarship to students who display they have applied to scholarships to avoid student debt. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

Undergraduate students across disciplines may apply for the Driven Coffee Scholarship.

Students pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Research, Land Use, Earth and Atmosphere Studies, Sustainable Land Management, Parks and Recreation, or Sustainable Agriculture Systems are eligible to apply for the Extreme Terrain Student Scholarship Program. The opportunity is for undergraduate students. (Additional deadline in June)

The 1F Advance Financial Champions Scholarship intends to encourage students to increase their financial literacy through careful research and reflection.

HireAHelper offers a quarterly scholarship to students who understand the importance of workers in skilled trades. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

Students with creative web design skills are eligible to apply for the scholarship sponsored by Lounge Lizard. The application includes a media release.

The Mechanical One Scholarship is for students seeking their degrees in engineering, manufacturing or similar fields. Graduate and undergraduate level students may apply.

MPOWER Financing wishes to celebrate international and DACA student who enrich college campuses with their diverse experiences and points of view. They are offering scholarships to international and DACA students who plan study at accredited institutions in the U.S. Applicants must be enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university.

Responsify is a marketing company who believes that with the correct tools anyone can reach their aspirations and use their skills to empower others. Incoming, current undergraduate, and graduate student may apply.

The Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) America Bill Kane Scholarship is offered to current undergraduate health education majors enrolled full-time.

November

The Addiction Awareness Scholarship Campaign scholarship aims to bring attention to why addiction, in various forms, is becoming more prevalent in our society and how we can address the issue of an increasing number of people dealing with addiction. (Additional deadline in May)

The Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys Students in Need Scholarship is offered to students interested in a career in law who are currently pursuing a degree in pre-law or humanities.

The CAPTRUST Scholarship was established to help empower and prepare the next generation of professionals to support the economic vitality of our communities.

Checks and Balances Scholarship Contest hopes to provide aid to students who are currently enrolled in ABA accredited law school.

The Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans offers the Frank J. Vigilante Scholarship to students who are of Italian heritage demonstrating high academic performance and financial need.

Funk & Associates Law Student Scholarship provides financial assistance to graduate law students. Applicants must have completed one year of legal studies.

Geneva Rock Products, Inc. has launched a scholarship essay contest in support of students dedicated to building the future. Through this scholarship, Geneva hopes to inspire more passionate and hard-working individuals to enter and progress in the construction and related engineering industries. (Additional deadline in July)

The Hill & Ponton Veterans Helping Veterans' Scholarship is offered to students who have served in the U.S. military. Applicants should be individuals who are pursuing a college degree in a field where they can help follow veterans.

The Mental Health Education Scholarship is for undergraduate students pursuing a career in supporting individuals who struggle with mental health issues. (Additional Deadline in May)

The Micklin Law Group Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship opportunity to motivated students who may need a little financial assistance to obtain their degree. (Additional deadline in July)

The Nick & Helena Patti Foundation Scholarship is offered to students of Italian heritage with preference given towards students majoring in music or related field and students that are orphaned or have lived in foster homes.

Service Scape Scholarship is offered to incoming, current undergraduate, and graduate students who must submit a written response to the scholarship prompt.

The “Unboxing Your Life” Video Scholarship is offered by Sttark to U.S. high school, college, or graduate students willing to unbox their life.

The “You Can’t Label People, but You Can Label Products” Scholarship is offered by Sttark to U.S. high school, college, or graduate students who tap into their innate originality and creativity through writing and design.

December

The Aaron D. Wersing Employment Discrimination Scholarship Contest has been created to support academic needs of students and educate students about workplace injustices like employment discrimination.

The Allied Van Lines Scholarship offers a scholarship program aimed at students whose area of study focuses on logistics and moving-related fields.

The law firm of Chisholm Chisholm and Kilpatrick encourages any students who is the legal child of a veteran of any branch of the U.S. military to apply for their scholarship.

The College Movers Working Student Scholarship is offered to further assist students who work or have worked within the past year while attending university. (Additional deadline in June)

The attorneys of Sieben Edmunds Miller hope the Criminal Justice Scholarship will reduce the financial burden on students pursuing a career in criminal justice or law and allow them to focus on making the most of their education.

Students demonstrating high character and a commitment to community service are eligible to apply for the Crockett Law Group Scholarship. Applicants may be in Law School, graduate school or undergraduate studies.

The Delete Cyberbullying Scholarship awards students who are actively working towards ending cyberbullying. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

Undergraduate students who have had their life altered due to an injury from a car or truck accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual may apply to the Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship.

The Fitch Law Firm LLC Anti-Drunk Driving PSA Scholarship is available to university students who create an original 90-second video PSA related to drunk driving.

The Grad Coach Scholarship Program aims to help full-time undergraduate or graduate students that are hard-working but struggling financially.

HireAHelper offers a quarterly scholarship to students who understand the importance of workers in skilled trades. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

The Hoggatt Injury Law Children of Injured Workers Scholarship is offered to undergraduate and graduate students who have lost a parent(s) or have an injured parent as a result of work-related injury. Students must share how their parents have inspired and shaped their academic and career goals. (Additional deadline in August)

Students committed to the prevention of drunk driving are able to apply for the Intoxalock Drunk Driving Prevention Scholarship. The scholarship may be used for education related expenses such as tuition, housing and books.

The Joe Durham Scholarship is for incoming and current undergraduate students and graduate students who identify as women. Applicants must be pursuing a degree related to STEM, business, and/or law.

The John Foy & Associates’ Strong Arm Leukemia Scholarship is offered to students who have been affected by Leukemia either directly or indirectly. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply regardless of their major.

The Kilroy Law Firm Justice Scholarship promotes diversity within the profession for Black/African American, Hispanic, Native North American, and Pacific Islander students.

The Kryder Law Group, LLC Community Leadership Scholarship supports students who help and support their community by pursing higher education. Incoming and current undergraduate students may apply.

The Law Offices of Daniel Kim Scholarship awards funding support to undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about pursuing their degree.

Legal Scholarship Award supports the education and wellbeing of future generations in their pursuit of personal success. Seniors in high school, first and second year college students may apply.

McDonald Worley is an injury attorney office; the scholarship hopes to help women who are in undergraduate and graduate students in STEM, law, and business.

North American Van Lines is committed to supporting the community as well as the growth and development of the moving services and logistics industries. Undergraduate students seeking a degree in Logistics or equivalent field may apply.

The #Nursing is a website that provides career guides and information per state. The scholarship opportunity was created for undergraduate and graduate students on their way to becoming nurses.

The Parnall Scholarship is designed to help interested high school (upon graduation from high school) or college students in the United States to attend an institution of higher education, while also bringing to attention to the dangers of distracted driving.

The PixelPlex Bi-Annual Scholarship was established to help support and inspire students to pursue further education in the fields of science, technology, and business.

Students able to demonstrate a genuine desire of using the legal system to fix problems or improve conditions in our society are able to apply for The Reeves Law Group Scholarship. Applicants must either be an undergraduate student who has applied or will apply to law school or a current law school student.

The Silva Injury Law Scholarship awards financial assistance to incoming and current graduate law students who are passionate about justice and are dedicating themselves to serving their communities.

The Silver Dollar Financial Disaster Relief Scholarship is open to incoming and undergraduate students who have overcome effects of a natural disaster.

Current full-time undergraduate students across academic disciplines may apply for the Smart Rain Scholarship Program. The scholarship funding is restricted in use for tuition only.

The Student Accident Lawyers Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate and graduate students who describe what a college degree means to them.

Talkov Law specializes in representing all parties involved in real estate. Future of the Law Scholarship was created for law or undergraduate students.

Vocational Training HQ is offering three scholarships to students pursuing a college degree. Incoming, current undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

January

CareerFitter is an organization that helps people find their career path through a test. The scholarship hopes to help undergraduate and graduate students with their education expenses.

The Champion the Cause Law School Scholarship is awarded to law students attending or planning to attend law school. This law firm specializes in personal injury litigations and hopes to advocate for students' higher education by providing a scholarship.

EnergyRates.Ca College Scholarship wants to assist students achieve their goals and dreams my providing an opportunity to talk about the future of the environment. Undergraduate students may apply.

The IAAP Education Foundation Scholarship program strengthens the Illinois aggregates industry by promoting the education of worthy students seeking a career in the aggregates industry. Undergraduate students majoring in Civil Engineering, Engineering Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Geological Engineering, Mineral Science or Mining Engineering are eligible to apply.

The James Kennedy Law One Tough Student Scholarship is offered to undergraduate and graduate students who have been impacted by drunk driving. Applicants must be looking to raise awareness about the consequences of drunk driving and work towards preventing it.

The Jet Future Business Leaders' Scholarship is offered to undergraduate business students who examine rather the quality of college education has improved as tuition rates have increased in recent years.

ROCKLAND offers the Joy Cappel Scholarship to foster a new generation of researchers and help support young investigators in their scientific training. (Additional deadline in July)

The Taco Bell Foundation offers the Live Mas Scholarship to undergraduate and graduate students who are creating a positive impact in their communities by building a better future.

May Firm Injury Lawyers offer its scholarship program to undergraduate students across academic disciplines (Additional deadlines in September)

Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarship Program scholarships are given solely based on essays written by undergraduate students.

The Morgan Law Group Scholarship is designed to offset the costs of tuition and prepare future attorneys. Pre-law undergraduate and students entering law school may apply.

The One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest allows individuals up to age 25 to submit original films regarding the following topics: climate, energy, food, transportation, waste, water, and wildlife & ecosystems.

The PHI BETA KAPPA Key into Public Service Scholarship is offered to students majoring in liberal arts. Applicant must have completed at least one year of college/university. Phi Beta Kappa membership is not required.

SuperMoney's mission is to help everyone reach their financial goals. Students in a college, graduate school, trade school, or coding bootcamp may apply.

Women In Stem Scholarship Program is awarded to women in STEM who are international, DACA, permanent residents of U.S or Canada students. Prospective and current undergraduate students may apply.

February

FHE Health offers the Hope for Healing Scholarship to encourage students to pursue the field of addiction and mental health treatment. Both Graduate and Undergraduate students may apply.

The Hatton & Hatton Nursing & Pharmacy Student Scholarship provides a financial award to a student to help them pursue their goals.

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) is designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a university degree. High School seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

The Lounge Lizard Web Design Scholarship is open to students attending school in the United States. Applicant must be interested in web design.

The Marc Zboch Academic Scholarship offers financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing any field of study.

March

The AAUW Naperville Area (IL) Branch is accepting applications for the Angeline Gale Memorial Scholarship. Applicants must be women at least 26 years old, seeking an undergraduate or associate degree, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and who is within 1 year of receiving an associate degree, or has achieved junior status in a bachelor’s degree program. Applicants should reside or attend school in DuPage, Will, Kendall or Kane Counties in Illinois.

APWA Chicago Metro Chapter and Branch Scholarships are being offered for student support and professional development. Student scholarships are for individuals who plan to study a public works-related field.

The Dr. Arthur A. Kezian Dds Science Scholarship is awarded to high school seniors and undergraduate students perusing a degree in a science field. Applicants must be attending college or university.

Mesothelioma.com Scholarship provides financial assistance to college students in their pursuit of higher education. Undergraduate and graduate students who have battled a form of cancer or witnessed a loved one receiving treatment may apply.

The Sejong Cultural Society Writing Competition essay and poetry writing competition is open to US and Canadian residents under the age of 25.

April

The EveryLife Foundation Rare Is Scholarship offers financial assistance to incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students who have been diagnosed with a rare disease. Applicants may be part-time or full-time students.

Grant Law Office is offering a national scholarship to extend their help to the next generation of future architects, engineers, doctors, lawyers, educators, and more.

HireAHelper offers a quarterly scholarship to students who understand the importance of workers in skilled trades. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

The Pretty Photoshop Actions Scholarship Program provides college and university students an opportunity to earn money to further their education and achieve their goals. The application involves research and an essay style Adobe Photoshop tutorial with screenshots and photos.

The Voy Media Entrepreneur Scholarship was created to help students jump start their businesses while in school. Incoming freshmen, current undergraduate and graduate students may apply.

The Women in Computing Scholarship is designed to encourage and support female undergraduate students who are pursuing careers in computing. Female students currently enrolled as full-time undergraduates majoring in computer science, computer engineering, or closely related technical field are eligible to apply.

May

The Acker Warren Fresh Start Scholarship is intended to help first-time college freshman get one step closer to achieving their goals.

AIA Chicago Foundation Diversity Scholarship is an academic scholarship established to increase diversity within the architectural profession. Undergraduate and graduate students may apply.

The Ashoori Law Good Deeds Scholarship wishes to reward students who demonstrate kindness in their community. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students may apply.

The Mental Health Education Scholarship is for undergraduate students pursuing a career in supporting individuals who struggle with mental health issues. (Additional Deadline in November)

The Paul Bernot Memorial Foundation is a scholarship for athletes who have fought against cancer. Incoming and undergraduate students may apply.

Pond Lehocky values education, therefore, the firm offers a general scholarship to current or soon-to-be college students, regardless of major. The scholarship is open to everyone currently accepted to or enrolled in higher education.

The Rev. George T. Ruffolo CMF Memorial Scholarship Foundation strives to make a significant difference in the lives of students by providing scholarships to students in Chicago's metropolitan area. High school seniors and undergraduate students may apply.

Stephenson Rife First-Year Scholarship is offered to incoming students who are engaged with community involvement.

The UMPS CARE Charities All-Star College Scholarship is open to students who have been adopted at or after 13 years of age and will be incoming undergraduate freshmen before the age of 20.

June

4 Corner Resources’ Super Scholars Scholarship is meant to service students who value leadership in themselves and others. Incoming and undergraduate students are encouraged to apply.

The Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program is committed to continuing their efforts helping college students who have the desire and ambition to succeed.

The Bertolino Government Regulatory Impact Scholarship aims to assist students who are currently enrolled in a college or university in the United States and are interested in exploring the ways that government requirements and regulations can help them in the future.

The Blankstyle.com started the Blankstyle Scholarship to provide a financial award to a student to help toward their education.

The Bogin, Munns, & Munns Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who have been impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

The Burress Injury Law Underdog Scholarship is offered to undergraduate and graduate students who have/had a close relationship with their grandparents and have overcome adversity with determination and persistence.

Check City’s Richard Rawle Memorial Scholarship awards students who volunteer in their communities. Incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students in any discipline may apply.

The College Movers Working Student Scholarship is offered to further assist students who work or have worked within the past year while attending university. (Additional deadline in December)

Jane Austen Society of North America Essay Contest fosters the study and appreciation of Jane Austen among high school, undergraduate and graduate students.

The Jenner Law PC offers The Make a Difference Scholarship to a student who has demonstrated an exemplary academic performance and is able to relate how the student’s degree will help make a difference in the world.

John Foy & Associates sponsors the Survivor of a Car Accident Scholarship. The scholarship is open to students who have themselves been the victim of a car accident, as well as, those who had a close loved one harmed in a car accident.

The Kanoski Bresney Stand Up to Distracted Driving Scholarship is offered to incoming, undergraduate, and graduate students impacted by distracted driving.

The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) – Midwestern Regional Chapter (MWRC) is for full-time undergraduate students in a midwestern state.

The Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP Community Volunteer Scholarship awards incoming and undergraduate students who dedicate part of their lives to community service.

Loncar Lyon Jenkins Distraction-Free Driving PSA Scholarship is offered to university students who can encourage their peers to not use cell phones while driving. Applicants must create an original PSA video for their submission.

The Collins Rupp, P.C offers the Moving Forward Scholarship to an undergraduate student with a criminal history who proves they are making an effort to improve their life.

The Parrish Law Firm Scholarship is open to incoming and undergraduate students who can describe the impact they wish their college education will have in the world. Applicants should describe their plans and aspirations.

Pharmica offers the Pharmica International Scholarship Program to a student accepted to study at an accredited University and classified as an international or oversea student.

The Physician Life Care Planning offers The Surviving & Thriving With a Life- Altering Injury Scholarship an undergraduate or graduate student who have personally experienced or are in close proximity to someone who has experienced, a life-altering catastrophic injury.

The Schwartz Injury Law offers the Law Perseverance Scholarship to support the education of a student who overcame a severe injury or medical issues.

Graduate and undergraduate students with a commitment to combat drunk driving in their community are invited to apply for the Sevenish Students Against Drinking and Driving Scholarship.

The Silver Dollar Financial Public Speaking Scholarship is for incoming and undergraduate students who enjoy public speaking. Silver Dollar Financial is looking for students who can submit both a persuasive essay and equally compelling speech video on a topic of the applicant’s choice.

Simmrin Law Group Entrepreneurial Scholarship was created for students pursuing an entrepreneurial rout. Undergraduate students may apply.

The Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors beginning their first college semester in the Fall.

The Viles & Beckman offers The Community Growth Scholarship to high school seniors, current undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in community service.

The White Law is offering its Paying it Forward- How My Degree will Make a Difference Scholarship to students who might not otherwise pursue an academic degree.

July

The ABC Law Centers offer the ABC Law Centers Cerebral Palsy Scholarship to an undergraduate or graduate student who has cerebral palsy.

Students studying life sciences may apply to the Antibodies-Online Stipend. High school, Undergraduate and Graduate Students are eligible for the stipend. (Additional deadline in July)

The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship is for college students striving to achieve excellent academic performance.

The Elite Lawyer Scholarship is offered to students who value their community and demonstrate it through community involvement.

The Gardiner Foundation Scholarship is awarded to a student, with the aim of reducing some of their financial obstacles so they can focus on their studies.

The Larson Law Office Scholarship provides funding support to students needing assistance with higher education expenses.

The LA Tutors Innovation in Education Scholarship is offered to incoming and undergraduate students who have created an innovation that improves the users’ life. These innovations should be education related. Students in any discipline are eligible to apply.

The Micklin Law Group Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship opportunity to motivated students who may need a little financial assistance to obtain their degree. (Additional deadline in November)

ROCKLAND offers the Joy Cappel Scholarship to foster a new generation of researchers and help support young investigators in their scientific training. (Additional deadline in January)

Samer Habbas & Associates offer a scholarship to university students who have had an accident and how they overcame the aftermath.

International, undocumented and domestic students may apply for The Sure Oak Be Awesome Scholarship. Applicants may specialize in any field of study.

Tylenol® Future Care Scholarship supports students pursuing careers in healthcare. Undergraduate seniors and graduate students may apply.