Community Scholarship Program
Memorial Healthcare System's Community Scholarships are offered in partnership with Broward Community College. They allow individuals residing full-time within the South Broward Hospital District boundaries to attend community college.
NOTE: You must reside within South Broward Hospital District boundaries to qualify for the Memorial Healthcare System Community Scholarship Program.
Highlights of the program and application requirements:
- Application deadline dates are November 1st, March 1st, and June 1st of every year.
- Applicants must submit a copy of their high school transcript or GED.
- Applicants must complete an essay indicating why they should receive a Scholarship. The essay should highlight goals, past accomplishments and need for assistance.
- Applicants must have completed 40 hours of verifiable community service within the past year.
- Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation, including one from the community service organization where the volunteer work was completed.
- Applicants will be required to participate in an interview prior to a final decision.
- One-time Scholarships will be awarded in amounts not to exceed $1,500. (Additional Health Science Degree Scholarships are available.)
- All required information must be received prior to a final Scholarship decision.
- The Scholarship takes effect once the student is enrolled in classes at Broward Community College.
Please answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper.
Short Answers:
- What are your accomplishments?
- Why are you applying for this Scholarship?
- What are your short- and long-term goals?
- What do you know about Memorial Healthcare System’s Mission and Vision?
Essay Question:
Please describe in 300 words how this Scholarship will enable you to reach your goals.
Applicant Instructions:
Please submit your application, the completed requirements above, a copy of your high school transcript and three letters of recommendation (one from the community service organization where volunteer work was completed) to:
Memorial Healthcare System Scholarship Coordinator
7200 Pines Boulevard
Broward Community College
Building 90, Room 108
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
For further information about our Scholarship Programs, please call (954) 201-8852.