ADHDAdvisor's Mental Health Advocate Scholarship for Health Students
The mental health crisis impacting communities worldwide has severely affected the well-being of countless individuals, including those pursuing careers in health and healthcare.
Factors like mental illness, limited access to care, and the stigma surrounding mental health struggles have contributed to a rise in mental health challenges, often leaving individuals without the support they need. Addressing these challenges requires not only skilled healthcare professionals but also compassionate advocates who can provide care and change the narrative around mental health within the healthcare field.
This scholarship aims to cultivate a future generation of healthcare professionals who prioritize mental health, fostering an environment of understanding, empathy, and support for patients and colleagues alike.
This scholarship is open to any high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student in a health-related field who is dedicated to supporting others through emotional and mental health advocacy.
To apply, share how you have supported others in their mental health journey and how your studies and future career in healthcare will enable you to continue advocating for mental well-being in your community.
In 400 words or less, please describe how you have been helping others with their mental health and explain how you plan to use your studies and future career to emotionally support others around you.
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The application deadline is Feb 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on Mar 1, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Mar 1, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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