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Student Eligibility
In order for a student to be eligible for applying for the scholarship, he/she must be:
- U.S. Citizen
- Vermilion Parish resident
- A Junior or Senior in the study of Nursing at an accredited school of Nursing located in the United States to become a Registered Nurse.
- Maintains a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Supports the mission of Abbeville General by intending to remain in the community to provide Nursing care close to home
- Exemplifies leadership qualities
Amount of Scholarship
The Nursing scholarship, in the value of $500 per semester, shall be payable for courses related to pursing licensure as a registered nurse, and for the purpose of defraying the costs of tuition and other related expenses and costs of attending school.
Scholarship Selection
Eligible applicants will be determined by a committee consisting of the Chief Nursing Officer, Director of Human Resources, 3 Nursing Managers, and a representative of the Sellers family. At maximum, two (2) scholarship recipients will be awarded per year.
Required documents
The following documents must be submitted with the attached application:
- Certification from College Registrar of Student’s GPA and Status
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- From a counselor or Professor of the college the student is attending
- From a Vermilion Parish Community Leader or Employer
- Brief Essay on how your leadership skills and qualities can prove instrumental in providing compassionate Nursing care close to home.