Applicants of the Optum Infusion Pharmacy / Hemophilia of North Carolina Education Scholarship must be persons affected by a bleeding disorder including anyone who has been diagnosed with a bleeding disorder; is a caregiver of a child or adult affected by a bleeding disorder or has a sibling or a parent in the same household affected by a bleeding disorder.
Scholarship Details
- Optum Infusion Pharmacy and Bleeding Disorders Foundation of North Carolina Scholarships distribute a total of $20,000 in awards ranging from $500 to $3,000
- Scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need
- FAFSA completion is required for all applicants
- Applicants may be automatically considered for both scholarships depending on eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
- Optum Infusion Pharmacy scholarship applicants must be affected by a bleeding disorder, including those diagnosed, caregivers, or individuals with a sibling or parent in the same household diagnosed with a bleeding disorder
- At least one Optum scholarship is reserved for a student pursuing a health-related field of study
- Applicants are not required to be North Carolina residents
- Applicants must meet merit and financial need considerations
Application Process
- Review eligibility requirements to determine qualification for one or both scholarships
- Complete the FAFSA form, even if not applying for federal financial aid
- Access and complete the scholarship application through the Bleeding Disorders Foundation of North Carolina
- Submit all required materials by the May 15th deadline
- Await notification regarding scholarship awards and automatic consideration for additional eligible programs
These scholarships provide valuable financial support for students and families affected by bleeding disorders. Applicants to this program who have been diagnosed with hemophilia A will automatically be considered for the George D. McCoy/Bleeding Disorders Foundation of North Carolina Scholarship. There is no need to submit separate applications.
