Scholarship Information
Overview
Today, nurses have more opportunities available to them than ever before. In the rapidly changing world of health care, nurses are practicing as clinicians, researchers, educators, administrators, information specialists, and much more. To succeed in this highly competitive environment, nurses must possess the knowledge to practice effectively. The Cameos of Caring Program & Awards Gala, is proud to offer an endowed scholarship to support the educational advancement of registered nurses. Each year, proceeds from the Gala are directed to the Cameos of Caring Endowed Nursing Scholarship, enabling the dissemination of scholarship awards. Recipients may direct this monetary award toward coursework in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral-level program at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing ( Oakland campus only). Selection of qualified candidates is made by a committee at the School of Nursing, as determined by the Dean.
Scholarship Criteria
- All candidates must be registered nurses
- Candidates must submit an essay stating what impact advanced education will have on their delivery of patient care
- Candidates must be admitted into the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing at the undergraduate or graduate level to be eligible to receive this award
- If currently enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, candidates must be in good academic standing and have a cumulative QPA of 3.00 or higher
- The award may be repeated to a particularly worthy student
- Candidates must provide one letter of recommendation
- Preference will be given to nurses from participating Cameos of Caring facilities
- Applicants are required to submit a current resume or CV
- Essay or resume must state program and status – example: enrolled in the RN-options program