Preston Bell Foundation Healthcare Education Scholarship Program
The Preston Bell Foundation provides scholarships to support individuals pursuing education and careers in healthcare.
The program addresses financial barriers that often prevent individuals from enrolling in or completing healthcare training programs, particularly for those experiencing financial hardship.
Through this program, the foundation provides structured scholarship support to help offset education-related expenses such as tuition, books, and required supplies.
The goal is to enable participants to access training opportunities, continue their education, and successfully enter the healthcare workforce.
Scholarships are awarded twice each year.
The current application period is now open and will close on May 31, 2026.
Applications will be reviewed in June 2026, and scholarship recipients will be announced on July 1, 2026.
Bi-Annual Scholarship Application Schedule
Round 1 – Fall
Application Opens: March 1
Application Deadline: May 31
Review Period: June
Award Announcement: July 1
Round 2 – Winter
Application Opens: September 1
Application Deadline: November 30
Review Period: December
Award Announcement: January 1
Eligibility Requirements:
Preston Bell Foundation, Inc. scholarships are available to individuals pursuing education or training in healthcare-related fields. Applicants must reside in a community served by the Foundation and submit a completed application to be considered.
All assistance is awarded based on application review and availability of funds.
Application Process:
Applicants must complete and submit the official Preston Bell Foundation application during the designated application period. Applications are reviewed to determine eligibility and alignment with program guidelines.
Funding Availability:
Funding amounts may vary depending on the program and the availability of funds at the time of application. Submission of an application does not guarantee that assistance will be awarded.
Notification of Awards:
Applicants will be notified of funding decisions after the review period for each application cycle.
Preston Bell Foundation, Inc., does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
The Preston Bell Foundation reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue programs at any time based on funding availability or program needs.
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Preston Bell Foundation, Inc. - Scholarship Application
Program: Women in Healthcare Scholarship
Purpose: To support women pursuing education or training in healthcare-related fields.
Scholarship Selection Policy
Purpose
The Preston Bell Foundation Scholarship Program is designed to provide accessible support to women pursuing careers in healthcare, with a focus on reducing financial barriers and increasing opportunity.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
Applicants must be women.
Pursuing or planning to pursue a healthcare-related field
Demonstrate a general financial need (self-declared is acceptable)
No GPA minimum, transcripts, or prior experience required.
Selection Criteria (Simple & Fair)
Applications will be reviewed using a simple point-based system aligned with the criteria below (see attached Rubric).
Applications will be reviewed based on the following:
Intent & Interest in Healthcare (40%)
Demonstrated desire to enter a healthcare field
(Based on responses to Question 3A on the application)
Financial Need (30%)
Demonstrated financial barriers
(Based on responses to Questions 3B and 4 on the application)
Personal Motivation (30%)
Motivation to help or improve the lives of others
(Based on responses to Question 3C on the application)
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling or periodic basis
Selections may be made by a small internal review team or board members
Final decisions are based on overall alignment with the foundation’s mission
Award Details
Scholarship amounts may vary based on available funding
Funds may be paid directly to the recipient or educational institution
Recipients may reapply in future cycles
Equity Statement
Preston Bell Foundation is committed to making this opportunity accessible. The application and selection process are intentionally designed to remove unnecessary barriers and support women at all stages of their journey.
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Scholarship Review Rubric
Applicant Name: ___________________________
Date Reviewed: ___________________________
Scoring Scale (use for ALL categories)
5 = Strong / Clear / Compelling
4 = Good
3 = Adequate
2 = Limited
1 = Weak / Unclear
1. Intent & Interest in Healthcare (40%)
Based on Question 3A
Score
Description
5 Clear, strong passion for healthcare; specific goals or direction stated
4 Good interest in healthcare; some clarity in goals
3 General interest; limited detail
2 Vague or unclear interest
1 No clear interest in healthcare
Score (1–5): ______ × 40 = ______
2. Financial Need (30%)
Based on Questions 3B and 4
Score
Description
5 Significant financial barriers clearly described
4 Moderate financial need
3 Some financial need indicated
2 Limited or unclear need
1 No demonstrated financial need
Score (1–5): ______ × 30 = ______
3. Personal Motivation (30%)
Based on Question 3C
Score
Description
5 Strong motivation to help others; clear sense of purpose
4 Good motivation; some examples provided
3 General desire to help others
2 Limited or unclear motivation
1 No clear motivation to help others
Score (1–5): ______ × 30 = ______
Total Score
Intent & Interest: ______
Financial Need: ______
Personal Motivation: ______
Final Score: ______ / 500
Decision
☐ Approve
☐ Consider / Waitlist
☐ Decline
Notes (optional):