Purpose:
To support and retain top-tier Nurse Anesthesia students in their final year of training, reducing financial barriers and encouraging commitment to high-need clinical areas in Florida.
Recommended scholarship amount:
- $15,000 per recipient
- Rationale: Total cost of FIU CRNA Program Tuition (Inclusive of fees) $93,940.98. Last semester total cost (Inclusive of fees) is $24,120.41. During year three, students often face high clinical demands and reduced ability to work. A $15K award can significantly ease the financial burden without covering the full cost.
- Sign on bonus offered at Nicklaus can be utilized upfront for last year of CRNA program. Paid in increments per year. ($25,000- initial sign on bonus in first pay check)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Enrollment Status:
- Currently enrolled full-time in the third year of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia (DNAP or DNP) program at FIU.
- Academic Achievement:
- Minimum GPA of 3.5 GPA minimum in graduate coursework.
- Must be in good academic standing with the program director’s approval or recommendation.
- Service or Workforce Commitment:
- Willingness to commit to 1 year of service at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
- Scholarship commitment will be in addition to organizational commitment upon hire (3 year commitment)
- Financial Need:
- Demonstrated financial need may be considered, including existing student loan debt and current employment limitations due to clinical demands.
- Professional Goals Essay (500–750 words):
- Statement on commitment to nurse anesthesia, long-term career goals, and how the scholarship will impact educational success.
- Recommendations:
- One academic and one clinical recommendation letter, ideally from a CRNA or program director.
Selection priority recommendations:
- Must be a Florida resident
- Demonstrates interest in pediatrics
- Internal candidates or previous candidates that were in good standing
- Previous NCHS volunteer
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