Lexington Clinic Foundation | Fergus Hanson Memorial Scholarship

 

LEXINGTON CLINIC FOUNDATION

Every year Lexington Clinic awards scholarships to assist and encourage student living in central and eastern Kentucky to pursue health careers.

• Brochure Explaining the Program (pdf format)
   

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FERGUS HANSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

1221 South Broadway, Lexington, KY 40504

• Application (pdf format) - print, fill out, & mail.

• General Information Sheet (pdf format)

General Information:

1. Scholarship awards are available for students enrolled in healthcare-related training programs.  Students pursuing dentistry or veterinary careers are not eligible for these scholarships.  Full and part-time students may apply.  Applicants may be currently enrolled or just beginning their studies.

2. Applicants may apply for as many years as they qualify; however, no individual will be granted more than $4,000 total.

3. Funds will be granted on an annual basis but paid on a semester basis.  All funds will be paid directly to the school or college.

4. Recipient must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, continue in school, and continue to pursue a health-related career to receive funds for the second semester.

5. Scholarship recipients will be selected by the end of May 2008.  A letter will be sent to each applicant regarding the decision of the selection committee.

6. Previous applicants and recipients are encouraged to reapply, provided they continue to meet eligibility requirements.

All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. Be a resident of Kentucky and reside within Lexington Clinic's service area, the eastern half of Kentucky.

2. Earn a high school diploma or equivalent.

3. Show evidence of financial need.

4. Show promise of academic achievement.

5. Select a career in a health-related field other than dentistry or veterinary medicine, studying at an accredited program.

6. Plan to work in Central or Eastern Kentucky upon graduation.

7. Provide evidence of good character and willingness to help others.

To apply, submit to the address above, in one envelope, postmarked prior to March 14, 2008 (or hand-delivered no later than 5:00 P.M. on Friday, March 14, 2007) all of the following information:

1. A completed application form.

2. A written narrative - maximum of  two typed, double-spaced pages - explaining:

• Your qualifications

• Need for  the scholarship

• Explanation of your reasons for your healthcare career choice

3. Three sealed letters of recommendation supporting your character, achievements, and potential - one each from:

• A school official

• A health professional

• A personal reference

4. Official high school transcript or GED certificate.

5. A copy of SAT or ACT scores, if applicable.

6. Current official transcript of college academic record, if applicable.

7. Signature on Media Release Statement.