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Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship 

Colby-Sawyer supports promising future nurses with Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarships. Six Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) students in each cohort are awarded $6,000 scholarships to make their education more affordable and accessible. 

Eligibility

To apply for this scholarship, you must: 

  • Be accepted into Colby-Sawyer’s ABSN program 

  • Complete the scholarship application and all required materials  

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Application Requirements

There is no separate application form. Instead, all application materials should be submitted by email (see submission details below). As part of your application, include: 

  • Your full name 

  • The email address used on your ABSN application 

  • Your intended start term (spring or fall) 

In addition, answer these two essay questions: 

Short Answer (1–2 paragraphs): 
What motivated you to pursue a career in nursing, and why did you choose the ABSN program at Colby-Sawyer? 

Long Answer (3–5 paragraphs): 
How will this scholarship support your success in the ABSN program and help you achieve your long-term goals in nursing? 

You may choose to highlight: 

  • Challenges you’ve overcome 

  • Skills and experiences you bring to nursing 

  • The impact you hope to make in healthcare 
     

Submission Instructions

Email completed application materials to graduatestudies@colby-sawyer.edu.  
 

Scholarship Disbursement Details

Each scholarship recipient will receive $6,000, awarded in $1,500 installments per semester to reduce tuition costs.

Deadlines & Notification Dates

Spring Start 

  • Application deadline: Oct. 1

  • Decisions released: Oct. 21

Fall Start 

  • Application deadline: June 1

  • Decisions released: June 21