Louis Stokes Health Scholars Program
THANK YOU AND GOOD LUCK TO ALL 2010 APPLICANTS
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) will award 10 scholarships to high school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll, or to students who are already enrolled, in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, vocational or technical school during the 2010-11 academic year. The Louis Stokes Health Scholars program seeks to increase the number of qualified, yet underrepresented, college students entering the health workforce. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate an interest to work in underserved communities. Students currently attending two-year institutions are strongly encouraged to apply.
Amount
Up to $8,000 for the 2010-11 academic year. CBCF will disburse $4,000 at the beginning of each semester, contingent on maintaining the minimum academic requirements. All scholarship checks will be written directly to the institution of attendance and can be used to cover all education-related expenses.
Eligibility
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal U.S. residents who have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must also be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, vocational or technical school. The anticipated degree must be in a subject that will lead to a career in a health field. The ideal candidate is be a student at a two-year institution who plans to complete a four-year degree and seek work in an underserved community. Additionally, the candidate will demonstrate financial need. Employees or immediate family members of UnitedHealth Group and its affiliates, CBC Members, the CBC Foundation staff, the CBC Foundation Board of Directors or the CBC Foundation Corporate Advisory Council are not eligible.
Deadline
Thank you and good luck to all 2010 applicants.Application Materials
Online application form
The following items should all arrive in one package:
Official transcript from current institution
Two (2) letters of reference - in sealed envelopes with signature across seal
One (1) page resume listing extracurricular activities, honors, employment, community service, and special skills
Recent photograph – cap & gown or professional dress (no group or social photos)
Copy of Federal Student Aid Report (SAR) for 2010-11 academic year
Submitting the Application
All complete application packets must be submitted via mail to:
Louis Stokes Health Scholars Program
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.
1720 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20036
Questions
Questions
Call (202) 263-2800 for additional information.
