The Desire To Inspire Scholarship awards a total of $5,000 to students from historically underrepresented minority groups who are passionate about pursuing a career in healthcare and inspiring others. This one-time scholarship honors young changemakers making a meaningful impact in their communities while striving to achieve their educational and career goals. Winners are selected through a combination of judges’ scoring and a public voting competition that showcases their efforts and voices. The award can be used to further recipients’ education and amplify their mission to inspire.
Scholarship Details
- 1st place: $2,500, 2nd place: $1,500, 3rd place: $1,000
- Awarded to students pursuing healthcare careers who are actively inspiring others
- Finalists participate in a public voting competition to determine final rankings
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be from a historically underrepresented minority group
- Must demonstrate interest in a career in healthcare
- Must be making an effort to inspire others through personal actions or leadership
- Open to students of all levels pursuing education for career advancement in healthcare
Application Process
- Visit our website to find and apply for the Desire To Inspire Scholarship
- Complete the application and submit answers to the scholarship essay questions
- Ensure the application is submitted by the deadline: June 20th at 11:59 PM EST
- Applications will be evaluated by a panel of judges based on content, grammar, voice, coherence, effort, and quality of experiences
- The top five applicants will be notified on September 5th and move on to the voting round
- Finalists will participate in a public online voting competition from September 8th to September 15th
- Winners will be announced on Wednesday, September 17th
If you are a passionate student from an underrepresented background with a goal to serve in healthcare and a drive to inspire others, the Desire To Inspire Scholarship is a powerful opportunity to gain recognition and financial support. Share your story, showcase your impact, and let your voice be heard. Apply now and take the next step toward your future in healthcare leadership.