Olivia Wilson Memorial Scholarship
Olivia Wilson was a beloved mother who sadly passed away in 2007 after a battle with her health.
During the course of her illness, Olivia received incredible care from professionals in the healthcare industry, especially the nurses around her. Representation in the healthcare field is important in order to provide equal, effective, and patient-centered care and is crucial for the positive experiences of people like Olivia.
This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Olivia Wilson by supporting students who are striving to work in the impactful and fulfilling field of nursing.
Any African American undergraduate student who attends an HBCU who will pursue a B.S. or A.S. in nursing may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have at least a 3.2 GPA.
To apply, tell us about yourself, where you are in your journey to become a nurse, why you want to be a nurse and how you plan to make a difference in the world through your future career in nursing.
Please tell us about yourself. Where are you in your journey to becoming a nurse? Why do you want to become a nurse and how do you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your nursing career?
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The application deadline is Jun 23, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jul 23, 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 Jul 23, 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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