Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship

The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Memorial Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship.

The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship is designed to provide residents of Randolph County, Illinois financial assistance when pursuing a degree in a field of nursing. The purpose of the scholarship is to promote a nursing career and Chester Memorial Hospital by providing money for tuition and fees to residents of Randolph County.

The scholarship award of up to $1,200.00 will be given to any selected resident of Randolph County who will be completing the RN Program of study during the 2023-2024 academic year. The prospective graduate of a LPN Program will qualify for a $500.00 scholarship award. The school attended need not be an Illinois institution; however, it must be accredited or recognized as an approved program by appropriate agencies.

The scholarship is awarded based on a written application and interview focusing on character, scholastic achievement, professional promise, and financial need. For more information regarding application and scholarship program requirements, view our website.

Download an application here. Or applications can be requested by emailing Apryl Bradshaw at abradshaw@mhchester.com; or by writing to Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Attn: Scholarship Committee, 1900 State Street, Chester, IL 62233. The deadline for the application is August 31, 2023.