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Majestic Bison for Wellness Scholarship

$500
1 winner$500
Open
Application Deadline
Apr 1, 2025
Winners Announced
Apr 30, 2025
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school senior
Location:
Central Illinois
Field of Study:
Mental Health (counseling, social work, nursing, psychiatry, etc.)

Investing in communities requires robust mental health programs staffed by passionate professionals.

Mental illness can derail and even end lives. Mental illness remains highly stigmatized, discouraging those who suffer from getting the help they need. Improving mental health outcomes requires raising awareness and acceptance of treatment and encouraging the next generation to seek out careers in mental health-related fields.

This scholarship aims to support students who are dedicating their careers to reducing stigma regarding mental illness, increasing access to quality care within our communities and advocating for those that cannot advocate for themselves.

Any high school senior who is a resident of Central Illinois may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they’re pursuing a field in the mental health sphere, such as social work, counseling, nursing, or psychiatry.

To apply, tell us why you’re pursuing the mental health field, how your experience has affected you, how you’ll make a difference through your career, and how you’re addressing a social issue.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published August 7, 2024
Essay Topic

Why do you want to go into the mental health field? What experience within the field of mental health has influenced your beliefs, relationships, and career aspirations? Please tell us a bit about yourself and how you plan to make a positive impact on your community through your career. How are you working to address an important social issue?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on Apr 30, 2025.