Linda E. Brown Nursing Scholarship
Application Information:
The Linda E. Brown Nursing Scholarship was established in 2019 by the AtlantiCare Foundation as a result of donations received to honor a longtime AtlantiCare employee and friend, Linda E. Brown. Linda graduated from Seton Hall University College of Nursing in South Orange, New Jersey. She retired in 2018 after 45 years of service working as a bedside nurse, preceptor and team leader. The last 40 years were at AtlantiCare in both the City and Mainland divisions.
Award Description:
The intention of this scholarship is to ease the financial burden to assist individuals in achieving their goal of becoming a nurse (RN or BSN).
Eligibility:
- Applicants must have graduated high school.
- Applicants are limited to AtlantiCare employees and their family members.
- The scholarship recipient must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Scholarship recipients must attend an accredited college or university within the tristate area (New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or Delaware).
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need to be eligible for the scholarship.
Restrictions:
Students cannot already be eligible for tuition reimbursement.
Supporting Documents:
Along with a completed application form and essay, interested applicants must also submit the following:
- A copy of applicant’s transcripts. Transcripts should be from applicant’s high school and/or undergraduate school.
- Verification of enrollment.
Funding Information:
One scholarship, in the amount of $1,000, will be awarded to the winning recipient.
Application Process:
Thank you for your interest in the Linda E. Brown Nursing Scholarship. The August 30th deadline for application submission has passed. This application will reopen in Spring 2025.