Diversity Scholarships

Diversity Scholarship Opportunities

The College of Nursing has scholarships designed to promote a diversified health care workforce. All students are welcome to apply. The College of Nursing does not exclude applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, citizenship status, ethnicity, gender identify, gender expression, national origin (including ancestry), parenting status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, and federal law.

Martha Halliday Wrobleski Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming Fall ABSN College of Nursing student with demonstrated need who maintains a 3.0 GPA or greater. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce. This award will be distributed throughout program in fall, spring, and summer.

Mason Scholars

This scholarship funds incoming Ph.D. nursing students with financial need who maintains a 3.0 GPA or greater for the duration of program. This scholarship is renewable, and will be awarded for a maximum of 3 years of full-time or 4 years of part-time program participation. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce. Additional positive consideration will be given to applicants who are actively involved in initiatives that promote the development of leadership.

Dr. Deborah C. Williamson Endowed Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship supports second and third year DNP College of Nursing students who demonstrate a commitment to the provision of primary care for the underserved. This scholarship will be awarded to a student who maintains a 3.0 GPA or greater, with preference given to rural high school graduates. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce, particular attention will be given to College of Nursing applicants who demonstrate a compelling reason for their desire to provide care to underserved populations.

Dr. Heidar A. Modaresi Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a College of Nursing student with demonstrated financial need who maintains a 3.0 GPA or greater. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce.

Dr. Sekou Dakarai Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship supports students pursuing a DNP who are interested in a career in the area of psychiatry/mental health. Students must have financial need and a minimum 3.0 GPA. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce.

Jill and Richard Almeida Nursing Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a College of Nursing student with demonstrated financial need who maintains a 3.0 GPA or greater. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce.

Ted and Joan Halkyard Nursing Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2004 as a Gift from Mr. and Mrs. Halkyard, to grant scholarships to nursing students who maintain a 3.0 GPA or greater. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce.

Thomas J. Wiscarz Memorial Nursing Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to College of Nursing students with a demonstrated financial need who maintain a 3.0 GPA or greater. Particular attention will be given to applicants who further the University’s goal of achieving a diverse healthcare workforce.

MUSC College of Nursing Board Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a College of Nursing students with a demonstrated need who maintains a 3.0 GPA or greater. In furtherance of the University’s commitment to improve health outcomes for underserved communities through training and establishing a diverse healthcare workforce, particular attention will be given to applicants from underrepresented groups.

How to Apply