Fergus Hanson Memorial Scholarship

Named in honor of Fergus Hanson, Lexington Clinic’s second and longest-serving administrator, the Fergus Hanson Memorial Scholarship fund provides scholarships in allied health sciences to Central and Eastern Kentucky students. The 2012 application is due Friday, March 9, 2012.

All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  • Be a resident of Kentucky and reside within Central or Eastern Kentucky.
  • Earn a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Show evidence of financial need.
  • Show promise of academic achievement.
  • Select a career in a health-related field other than dentistry or veterinary medicine, studying at an accredited program.
  • Plan to work in Central or Eastern Kentucky upon graduation.
  • Provide evidence of good character and willingness to help others.

General Information

  • Scholarship awards are available for students enrolled in allied healthcare-related training programs. Students pursuing dentistry, veterinary or medical doctor careers are not eligible for these scholarships. Full and part-time students may apply. Applicants may be currently enrolled or just beginning their studies.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Scholarship recipients will be selected by the end of May. A letter will be sent to each applicant regarding the decision of the selection committee.
  • Previous applicants and recipients are encouraged to re-apply, provided they continue to meet eligibility requirements.
Applications are due Friday, March 9, 2012 and must be either postmarked on or before March 9, 2012 OR hand-delivered to our office by 4:00 p.m. on March 9, 2012.No faxes or emails will be accepted.

Attn: Fergus Hanson Memorial Scholarship
Lexington Clinic Foundation
350 Elaine Drive, Suite 100
Lexington, KY 40504

ALL of the following information should be included:
  • A completed application form
  • A written narrative – maximum of one typed, double-spaced page – explaining your qualifications, your need for the scholarship and your reasons for your healthcare career choice
  • Two sealed completed questionnaires, one from a school official and the other from a personal reference Questionnaires may NOT be from a relative
  • Official high school transcript or GED certificate
  • A copy of SAT or ACT scores, if applicable
  • Current official transcript of college academic record, if applicable
  • Signature on Media Release Statement