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External scholarship opportunities are available to assist students in financing their education. The information provided is intended solely as a resource and does not represent a comprehensive list of all available scholarships. Students are encouraged to independently research and evaluate additional opportunities that may align with their qualifications and goals.
Inclusion of any scholarship on this list does not constitute endorsement or verification by Gannon University.
Since 1976, IOKDS has awarded annual Health Career Scholarships for students studying at a U.S. or Canadian accredited college or university. Medical and dental students who have completed their first professional year (pre-med students not eligible) may apply. Pharmacy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and medical technology students who have completed a minimum of two years of study, with preference to those in masters or doctorate degree programs, are also eligible to apply. Students studying to become registered nurses or nurse practitioners may apply. Students in an associate degree must have completed one year; and students in a bachelor or master's degrees must have completed two years of study. Students are eligible for a maximum of three years with good academic standing and annual re-application.
Requirements: PT students who have completed a minimum of two years of study in the program.
Eligibility: Graduate & Undergraduate Students
Amount: Varies
Due Date: Applications open November 1 through March 1
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Annual scholarship for undergrad or grad students pursuing PT, OT, or SLP.
Requirements: Enrolled in a U.S. institution; GPA ≥ 3.25; not a past/present/future client of ABC Law Centers.
Eligibility: Graduate & Undergraduate Students
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: July 31
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Award from the Daughters of the American Revolution for four students pursuing a career in occupational, physical, art, or music therapy.
Requirements: Student in financial need and accepted to or attending an accredited school of occupational therapy (including physical therapy).
Eligibility: Graduate Students & Undergraduate Students (must be accepted into a DPT)
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: Unknown; contact the email on website for additional information
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Provides financial aid to qualified American Indian and Alaska Native undergraduate and graduate students.
Requirements: U.S. citizen or U.S. national (males 18+ registered for Selective Service); member of a federally recognized American Indian Tribe or Alaska Native village; accepted into an accredited U.S. program; minimum 2.0 GPA; intent to serve Indian people as a health professional; willingness to sign a minimum two-year service commitment to practice at an Indian health facility.
Eligibility: Graduate Students & Undergraduate Students
Amount: Varies
Due Date: Unknown; applications for the next cycle open December 15 (see link)
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Award of up to $500.00 to support activities related to a student-led community engagement program (including CHI projects).
