Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships, USA

Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships, USA

The Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships are designed to support students pursuing higher education in healthcare-related fields. These scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students, medical students, and even employees connected with Good Samaritan services. The foundation aims to reduce financial barriers for students who are committed to building careers in healthcare and related disciplines.

The program primarily serves students from specific counties in Illinois and Indiana, making it a regionally focused scholarship initiative with strong community support.

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: United States
  
• Scholarship Name: Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships
  
• Scholarship Value: Varies (average annual support around $30,000 across programs)
  
• Awards Available: Varies
  
• Eligible Fields: Healthcare and related disciplines
  
• Application Deadline: October 01
  
• Eligible Regions:
  
• Illinois: Crawford, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash counties
  
• Indiana: Daviess, Gibson, Greene, Knox, Martin, Pike, Sullivan counties
  
• GPA Requirement: Minimum 3.0 GPA (for college/university applicants)

Degree Level

This scholarship is open to students at multiple levels, including:

• High school seniors
• Undergraduate students
• Graduate students
• Medical students
• Healthcare trainees and professionals

Available Subjects

Applicants must generally be pursuing studies in:

• Healthcare
• Medical sciences
• Nursing
• Allied health programs
• Other health-related academic fields

Benefits

Selected applicants may receive:

• Financial assistance toward tuition and educational costs
• Support for healthcare education programs
• Access to multiple scholarship funds under one foundation
• Opportunities for both new and continuing students
• Reduced financial burden during academic studies

Eligible Nationalities

Applicants must:

• Be residents or originally from eligible counties in Illinois or Indiana, USA
• Meet regional eligibility requirements set by the foundation

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships, applicants must:

• Reside in eligible counties in Illinois or Indiana
• Be enrolled or accepted into an accredited college or university
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 (for college students)
• Be pursuing a healthcare-related degree
• Submit required application documents on time

Application Procedure

Applicants must typically provide:

• Official academic transcripts
• Acceptance letter into a degree program (if applicable)
• Three reference letters (academic and professional/personal references)
• A 250-word minimum essay explaining career goals and motivation
• Additional supporting documents if required

Application Process

Students can apply by following these steps:

1. Complete the official scholarship application form
2. Gather all required documents, including transcripts and reference letters
3. Write a personal essay describing academic and career goals
4. Submit the complete application before the deadline
5. Ensure eligibility based on county residency and academic requirements

Applications are reviewed based on academic merit, community involvement, and commitment to healthcare careers.