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Since 1928, The
National Society of the Colonial Dames of
America has provided a small
number of scholarship awards to assist students
of American Indian heritage who are pursuing
degrees in nursing. These awards range from
$500 to $1000 per semester or quarter and
are to be used strictly for tuition or for
fees applicable to the student's approved
program. The grant is sent to the school
and credited to the student's account. Once
a student is accepted, he or she may re-apply
for continued funds each semester as long
as the student remains in good standing.
Requirements for Scholarship
To be eligible for a scholarship, the candidate
must be:
- An American Indian, enrolled in a tribe.
If not enrolled, the student will be considered
if he or she can prove direct tribal ancestry.
- A high school graduate or have equivalent
education
- Enrolled in an accredited school
- Enrolled in the nursing program, having
achieved good scholastic standing in pre-nursing
- Expected to graduate two years after
enrollment if in an Associate Degree program
- Expected to graduate in four years if
pursuing a BS
- Maintaining the scholastic average required
by the school
- Recommended by their counsel, teacher
or other school official
- In need of financial assistance
- Not receiving an Indian Health Service
Scholarship
- Should have a career goal directly related
to the needs of the Indian people
This fund is made possible through contributions
of our State Societies and individual members
throughout the United States. The purpose
of the scholarship is to help the students
fill a basic health care need of their people.
Instructions for Completing Application
- Read Requirements for Scholarship carefully
- Print out the Application
Form
- Please type or print clearly.
- Attach the following documents to complete
the application:
- One letter of recommendation
- Official school transcript
- A small photograph
- A biographical statement including
educational background, financial
need, career goals, any specific achievements
and any other pertinent information
about yourself.
- Send completed application with attachments
to:
Mrs. Thomas B. Van Antwerp
1520 Lake Cover
Atlanta, Georgia 30338
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