Health Career
Scholarship
What is the Health Career Scholarship Fund?
The Health Career Scholarship Fund is a program established by the Board of Trustees of Helen Newberry Joy Hospital & Healthcare Center. The Fund aims to provide financial assistance to students and residents of the Tahquamenon Area Schools and Engadine School District who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. This scholarship helps cover expenses related to attending a healthcare program, allowing recipients to select, enter, or continue their chosen course of study.
While it is not a requirement, the Hospital hopes that scholarship recipients will consider returning to Helen Newberry Joy Hospital & Healthcare Center upon graduation.
Am I Eligible?
You are eligible to apply for the Health Career Scholarship Fund if you meet the following criteria:
- You are a student graduating from the Tahquamenon Area School or the Engadine Consolidated School District.
- You have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- You are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare in one of the following fields:
- Nursing (RN or LPN)
- Laboratory Technology
- Pharmacy
- Radiology Technology
- Physical Therapy
- Pre-Medical Program (Other fields may be approved by special action of the Scholarship Committee.)
- You are attending or planning to attend school full-time.
How Are Recipients Selected?
The Health Career Scholarship Committee will review each applicant’s written essay, assess their potential for success in their chosen career, evaluate their scholastic record, and consider personal references. Scholarship finalists may be required to participate in an oral interview with the Scholarship Committee.
The Committee will consider the following questions:
- Does the applicant work well with others?
- Is there evidence that the applicant is making appropriate plans for career preparation?
- Is the applicant able to assume responsibility independently?
- Does the applicant show initiative and resourcefulness?
- Is the applicant skilled in written and oral communication?
- Has the applicant met the admission requirements of an accredited school or program?
How Much May Be Awarded?
The Health Career Scholarship Committee will select the recipients and determine the amount of the award. Financial need is not a requirement for the scholarship. The amount awarded to each recipient will depend on the number of applicants selected and the availability of funds each year.
CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT AND SUBMIT THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION