Kathleen Higgins Scholarship
The Kathleen Higgins Endowed Scholarship awards assistance annually to students who meet the following criteria:
- Entering at least the sophomore year of an accredited registered nursing program
- GPA of 3.00 or higher
- Have a permanent address in an area served by Blanchard Valley Health System
- Enrolled in coursework for academic credit and count toward a degree in nursing, nursing education, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, etc.
- Preference given to recipients who demonstrate financial need
Scholarship Award Maximum
Typically $250 -$500* for tuition, fees, books, and supplies only
Application Information
Applications for the Kathleen Higgins Endowed Scholarship must be completed no later than April 1. The applicant will complete the designated scholarship form.
Apply Online
Notification of Scholarship Award
Applicants will be notified in writing of the committee's decision by May 31.
Scholarship Contact
If questions or concerns arise, please contact Karen George, chief development officer, 419.429.6422 or 419.429.6489 (fax) or kgeorge@bvhealthsystem.org. We look forward to reviewing your accomplishments.
*Endowment spending policy: On June 30 of each fiscal year, a fair market value (based on a three-year rolling average) for each endowed fund will be determined, up 5% of the fair market value, not to invade the original endowment amount. This may be available for distribution from the appropriate fund the following fiscal year.
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