Southeastern Pennsylvania Area
Black Nurses Association, Inc.
Scholarships
2019
South Eastern Pennsylvania Area Black Nurses Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 42463 - Philadelphia PA 19101-2463
South Eastern Pennsylvania Area Black Nurses Association, Inc.
Scholarship Application
P.O. Box 42463 - Philadelphia PA 19101-2463
DIRECTIONS FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONCOMPLETION
ELIGIBILITY:
Active members are eligible for only one scholarship award per program per year.
Proof of active participation in SEPABNA through 50 % attendance at general meetings, participation in chapter committees, and/or in community/professional events sponsored by1 mmm application.
REQUIREMENTS:
Submit:
One (1) page typewritten double-spaced essay. The essay should be no more than 500 words in 12-point, Times New Roman font. The essay should address the following questions:
Why should I receive a nursing scholarship from SEPABNA?
How will I use the scholarship funds to advance the health of vulnerable populations?
Include an updated resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
The resume or CV should include employment history, community involvement, awards, and educational goals.
Proof of program matriculation/acceptance. Evidence of program matriculation or acceptance include:
Official transcript, or
Letter of program acceptance
Two (2) letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation should come from the following:
SEPABNA Board Member
A personal reference.
SCHOLARSHIP DISTRIBUTION GUIDELINES:
Only completed applications will be consideredfor a tuition scholarship and/or a book award.
Applications MUST be received by December 31st of the current year.
The dollar amount of scholarships will be determined by fund availability and awarded on an individual basis as determined by the committee.
The scholarship award will be given in two increments. The scholarship funds will be disbursed after provision of required information.
The second portion will be given prior to the start of the subsequent semester. An official transcript showing a GPA of 3.0 or greater must be submitted prior to receiving the second disbursement of scholarship funds.
Revised, 4/2017 CBW, AB, ED, MH
South Eastern Pennsylvania Area Black Nurses Association, Inc.
Scholarship Application
P.O. Box 42463 - Philadelphia PA 19101-2463
Name:________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________
Phone Number: _______________________________
Email: ________________________________________
Are you: Currently a licensed nurse? Y N SEPABNA member? Y N __
Nursing School Enrollment:
School Name: ______________________________________________________________________
School Address:____________________________________________________________________
Contact Person: ________________________________________Phone Number: _______________________________
Highest Academic Level Achieved: [Symbol] High School [Symbol] Undergraduate (LPN, Diploma, ADN, BSN)
[Symbol] Graduate (Type of program ________________________________)
Current GPA: ______ Expected date of graduation: ________
I hereby affirm that all information provided is true. I understand that any false statements will forfeit the award. If I am the recipient of a scholarship, I agree to maintain active* SEPABNA membership for a period of at least two (2) years. Active membership denotes 50 % attendance at general meeting**s, participation in chapter committees, and/or in community/professional events sponsored by SEPABNA.
Print Name: __________________________ Signature: ___________________________________Date: ________________
Cynthia Wright - cynwri2611@verizon.net
For any questions/concerns contact: Cynthia Wright RN, CDE, CTTS, cynwri2611@verizon.net or (267) 335-7917 (cell)
**For meetings schedule please refer to website www.SEPABNA.org**
Revised, 4/2017 CBW, AB, ED, MH
South Eastern Pennsylvania Area Black Nurses Association, Inc.
Scholarship Application
P.O. Box 42463 - Philadelphia PA 19101-2463.
CHECKLIST OF COMPLETION - RETAIN FOR OWN RECORDS
Official Transcript
Resume/CV
2 (Two) Letters of Recommendation
Proof of Matriculation/Acceptance
Essay
Signature/Date__________________________________________________________
Date Application Mailed/Faxed/Emailed _____________________
Revised, 4/2017 CBW, AB, ED, MH
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