| Currently Available Scholarships for 2009-2010 Academic Year |
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2009-2010 Scholarships and Descriptions |
Contact the Financial Aid Office (link on left side of this page; contact information near the top of the page) for more information on these scholarships.
Andrew W. Koch, M.D. Radiology Scholarship
The Koch scholarship fund was established in 1997 by Lancaster Radiology Associates in honor of Dr. Koch, and this award is granted to a second-year student who meets the established criteria of the fund and has the highest over-all grade point average in their class.
Arthur F. Jones, Jr., M.D. Memorial Scholarship
Established in 1988 by the Lancaster General Hospital Medical & Dental Office and supported by the family of Dr. Jones this endowed scholarship benefits a second year nursing student who “exemplifies character, integrity, sincerity, leadership, and achievement – those qualities so admired in Dr. Jones”.
B. Frank Snavely Memorial Scholarship
Established by Clarence L. Snavely in memory of his father B. Frank Snavely, who was a former Chairman of the Board of Lancaster General Hospital.
Bedside Nursing Scholarship
This endowed fund was anonymously established in 1989 and is awarded to a second year nursing student who exhibits superior bedside nursing.
Clara Young Hoffman Memorial Scholarship
Clara Young Hoffman was a Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing 1940 graduate; funds from this scholarship are granted based on established criteria of the fund to a qualified nursing student.
Elmer L. Esbenshade Scholarships
Mr. Esbenshade established a trust in 1979 in support of the education of worthy nursing students who are a resident of Lancaster County.
Eleanor B. Yohn Nursing Scholarships
Mrs. Yohn and her late husband Clarence established their first nursing scholarship in 1988. Mrs. Yohn's interest in helping nursing students inspired her to establish a second nursing scholarship; both funds are awarded to a student that “has true financial need and a potential for developing superior bedside nursing skills and empathy for the patient.”
Emmett M. Cooper, MD, Nursing Scholarship
The Emmett M. Cooper, MD Nursing Scholarship Award was established in 2005 by Dr. Emmett M. Cooper, MD. The fund will provide an annual scholarship award to a Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences nursing student.
Erin McCartney Nusbaum Radiologic Technology Scholarship
This fund was established in 2005 in memory of Erin and her husband Max who were tragically killed in an automobile accident in February 2005 and is granted to a deserving student who has achieved the highest grade point average in clinical practice and is entering their second year of study.
Joanna B. Bailes Nursing Scholarship
The Joanna Bailes Nursing Scholarship Award was established in 2006 by Mr. and Mrs. William Bailes. The fund will provide an annual scholarship award to a Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences nursing student.
Julia R. Hogg Memorial Scholarship
Academic excellence, patient care abilities and personal attributes are criteria of the Julia Hogg scholarship which was established in 1976 by the late Dr. Harold K. Hogg and Dr. Charles Heisterkamp in memory of Mrs. Hogg who was a 1929 graduate of the Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing.
Lancaster General Nurses Alumni Association Scholarship
The Alumni have a long history of supporting the efforts of the school and the scholarship program. Annually the alumni have awarded several scholarships according to the guidelines established by the Alumni Association.
Leslie B. Cooper Cardiovascular Technology Scholarship
This fund was established in 1996 by Mr. & Mrs. David Cooper in memory of their daughter Leslie B. Cooper. The fund is granted to a cardiovascular student attending the Lancaster General College in accordance to the criteria established by the fund.
Lois R. Brewer Nursing Scholarship
Established in 1983 this endowed fund is awarded to a first or second year nursing student according to scholarship guidelines. Margaret K. Shenk Endowed Nursing Scholarship Mrs. Margaret K. Shenk established a trust in 2004 to benefit a nursing education at Lancaster General College and our future nurses. Mrs. Shenk has great concern for the future of healthcare in Lancaster County and is honored to present this award to a deserving nursing student.
Margaret K. Shenk Endowed Nursing Scholarship
Mrs. Margaret K. Shenk established a trust in 2004 to benefit a nursing education at Lancaster General College and our future nurses. Mrs. Shenk has great concern for the future of healthcare in Lancaster County and is honored to present this award to a deserving nursing student.
Mary J. Risk Nursing Scholarship
An active 1937 Alumni from the Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing and will support the educational efforts of a nursing student in accordance with the established guidelines of the fund.
Phyllis Ward Peters Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Mrs. Peters established her scholarship in 1994. This endowed fund is awarded to a student that “consistently demonstrates exceptional compassion for patients, is sensitive to their needs, and achieves excellence in the practice of bedside nursing.” Mrs. Peters has been a constant in the support of healthcare education at Lancaster General College.
Rebecca Jean Shenk Memorial Scholarship
Long time donors to education at Lancaster General, F. Paul Shenk and Anna Ruth Shenk established a scholarship fund in 2001 in memory of their daughter Rebecca Jean Shenk. Mrs. Anna Shenk was a 1949 graduate of the Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing. This endowed fund has been supported by the Shenk Family and has distributed funds to deserving nursing students who exhibit an interest in emergency room care.
Ruth Todd Memorial Scholarship
Ruth Todd is remembered as a dedicated Lancaster General Hospital nurse and an administrator. Nursing students who qualify for this scholarship exhibit nursing excellence and an interest in the emergency department.
Ryan Gardina Memorial Scholarship
The Ryan Gardina Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to assist a worthy nursing student who is enrolled in the Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences. Ryan, a hospital employee who aspired to a career in nursing, was killed during an attempted robbery in Lancaster City in January 2004. The family and friends of Ryan have worked tirelessly to raise funds to establish an endowed scholarship in Ryan’s name. This first scholarship from this fund will be awarded to a nursing student who “exhibits compassion and caring.”
Stager Memorial Nursing Scholarship
The Stager Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by Henry and Mary Stager in 1994. Mary graduated from the Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing in 1931, and worked as a nurse for about ten years. This year we are honored that the Stager fund will reach the $1 million mark of awarding scholarship funds to deserving nursing students at Lancaster General.
Stephen D. Lockey, Sr., MD, Scholarship
The Stephen D. Lockey, Sr., M.D., scholarship fund was established in memorial to Dr. Lockey a former instructor at the school. The Allergy and Asthma Foundation has been a consistent supporter of nursing education as the college now continues the tradition of awarding nursing scholarships in memory of Dr. Lockey in accordance to the criteria established by the scholarship fund.
Sylvia B. Longnecker Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2009, this scholarship is awarded annually to a student majoring in nursing.
Ty Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Ty Anderson was a beloved nursing graduate of 1994, who was killed in an automobile accident in 1995. Ty’s family contacted the school and established a scholarship in his memory. Nursing scholarships are granted in accordance to established guidelines.
Ward M. O’Donnell, MD, Medical Technology Scholarship
The O’Donnell scholarship award is given to a clinical laboratory science student who meets established criteria. This award established in 1997 by the family of Dr. O’Donnell who was a long-time supporter of healthcare education.
The following organizations work closely with
the College in administering scholarship programs.
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The scholarships are as follows: |
Lancaster General College Scholarship
Lancaster General Hospital McCaskey Scholarship
Lancaster Osteopathic Foundation Nurses Scholarship
Awards scholarships to Lancaster General Nursing students according to the guidelines established by the foundation. Lancaster General College is very appreciative of the continued support of the Lancaster Osteopathic Foundation.
PrimeCare Medical Nursing Scholarship
50% tuition is awarded to first and second year students who will agree to work in a correctional institute facility for one year following graduation.
Tips on Finding Outside Scholarships
| Chamber of Commerce |
Check with your local Chamber of Commerce. Many offer (usually small, less than $500) grants to students in the community, especially those planning on careers in business or Public Service. Even if they do not offer any themselves, you can usually get a listing of members, and many of them may offer small scholarships to local students. |
| Church |
Check with your church. Your local parish may or may not have any scholarships for their members, but the Diocese or headquarters may have some available. |
| Employers |
Have your parents ask their personnel administrator if their company offers any sort of financial aid, tuition reimbursement, or scholarships, for employee's children. Most major companies do offer this benefit. If you have a job, ask your own company if they offer this sort of benefit. |
| High School |
Check with your High School Guidance Counselor, Principal, Teachers, and other high school administrators on scholarship information that has been sent to the school. |
| Internet |
Hit the major search engines, and run searches on scholarships, financial aid, organizations, colleges, universities, and grants - anything you can think of. Be wary of any organization or company that charges you a fee for their services. Please see the next section for information on "Scholarship Scams." |
| Library |
Your public library is an excellent source of information on state and private sources of aid. Ask the librarian to help you research sources of scholarships. Your financial need is usually considered, but other factors may also be taken into account. |
| Local Organizations |
You can increase your odds of actually winning a scholarship by checking local organizations first. You may only be going up against a few other local students, versus the entire student population of the country. |
| Newspapers |
Read your local newspaper every day. Especially during the summer, watch for announcements of local students receiving scholarships. Find out where you can apply for the next year for that same scholarship. Watch also for actual announcements of local firms and organizations offering scholarships. If your local newspaper has a "library" (most do) ask the librarian at the paper to help you find scholarship information posted in the newspaper in past issues. Do not expect to find much information from your local newspaper, but it is another source. |
| Organizations |
Check foundations, religious organizations, fraternities or sororities, and town or city clubs to see if they offer any kind of scholarship. Include community organizations, and civic groups such as the American Legion, 4-H Clubs, YMCA, Elks, Kiwanis, Jaycees, and the Girl or Boy Scouts in your search. If you are NOT a member of any organizations, the next thing is to check with the organizations that represent what you are planning on studying. |
| Program Chair |
Once you are in college, check with the head of the department of your major. They may have information available on scholarships and grants, and internship opportunities. |
| Unions |
If you or your parents are members of a Union, all the major labor unions offer scholarships for members and their dependent children (AFLCIO, Teamsters, etc.) |
| Volunteer Work |
If you have done any volunteer work at your local hospital, food bank, etc., these organizations may provide scholarships in recognition for unpaid assistance. |
| Yellow Pages |
Find out if any professional or social organizations have a chapter in your city. Call them and find out if they offer any scholarships, both nationally and locally. You may even want to check with major corporations in your area. |
Scholarship Scams
Don't Pay Money to Get Money
Some deceitful companies will go about swindling dollars by promising students free scholarship money in exchange for an up-front fee. Others claim to have access to untapped sources of financial aid, charging students for information on various scholarship awards. Many parents will receive letters in the mail promoting "free financial aid seminars" or "open interviews" for financial assistance, not knowing that the real purpose of the event is to plug unnecessary products and/or services. When a sales pitch implies that purchasing such a product is a prerequisite to receiving federal student aid, it violates federal regulations and state insurance laws. While some of these profit-making companies do offer legitimate services, there are several alternative routes students can take to acquire a wealth of scholarship information - for FREE. The bottom line: if you have to pay money to get money, it's probably a scam and you're better off looking elsewhere.
Six Signs of a Scam
The Federal Trade Commission urges students and parents to look out for six signs that a college scholarship offer is a scam:
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"The scholarship is guaranteed or your money back." No one can guarantee students that they'll receive scholarship money. Always look for strings attached. FinAid (www.finaid.org), an acclaimed web site dedicated to providing students with comprehensive scholarship information, alerts that "some companies will not refund your money, but instead will offer to rerun the search for a specified number of times at no charge." It also has found that numerous organizations define the word "receive" ambiguously - students will receive information about scholarships, not the scholarships themselves.
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"We will need your credit card or bank account number to hold this scholarship." Never give out an account number without getting all the information in writing first.
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"You can't get this information anywhere else." Don't believe a company that claims its search engine is entirely unique. Different scholarship databases overlap significantly since many utilize the same information-gathering techniques. There are several free search services on the Internet where students can enter information about themselves and instantly see a list of valid scholarships for which they may qualify.
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"The scholarship will cost some money."
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"We'll do all the work for you." There are thousands of legitimate scholarship opportunities out there. However, these award donors often require substantial materials from their applicants - essays, letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc. For these applications, you can't hire a company to do the work for you.
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"You've been selected" by a "national foundation" to receive a scholarship or "You're a finalist" in a contest you never entered. Before sending anything, call directory assistance to see if the company has a listing. Find out how the company acquired your information and then be on guard for hidden fees.
If you or someone you know suspects that a scholarship offer may be a scam, you can report it to the National Fraud Information Center at 1-800-876-7060, the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-FTC-HELP, or by email to Finaid.org at scams@finaid.org. You can also contact your State Attorney General's Office, the Better Business Bureau, U.S. Postal Inspection Service (if any part of the transaction was through the mail), U.S. Department of Education Office of Inspector General, or your high school counselor for more assistance.
Helpful Scholarship Search Websites
From this web page you can link to a variety of searches including:
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FastWeb Scholarship Search
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College Board's FUND FINDER
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Scholarship.com LLC
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SRN Express
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Peterson's Award Database
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NextStudent
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ScholarshipExperts
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BrokeScholar
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CollegeNET Mach25
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CollegeView
Other Web Pages
Disclaimer: The Office of Financial Aid at Lancaster General College of Nursing and Health Sciences does not monitor nor control the information provided on the web sites listed above.