Dr. Robert Corkern Grant for Healthcare Students

The Dr. Robert Corkern Grant for Healthcare Students is a $1,000 award designed to recognize and support undergraduate students on the path to a career in healthcare. By participating in the essay contest, students have the opportunity to demonstrate their dedication to healthcare and win this valuable grant.

Criteria

Eligibility

  • Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled at an accredited university or college.
  • Pursuing a degree in healthcare or a related field (e.g., medicine, nursing, public health).
  • Demonstrated academic excellence with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Committed to pursuing a career in healthcare and contributing to the improvement of healthcare services.
  • Must submit an original essay based on the prompt provided.

Essay Prompt:
“Discuss the economic challenges in healthcare today. How do you think innovations and policies could improve both affordability and quality of care for patients?”
Essay should be 1,000–1,500 words in length.

How to Apply

  1. Prepare Your Essay:
    Write a compelling essay of 1,000–1,500 words addressing the provided prompt.
  2. Compose a Cover Letter:
    Write a brief cover letter introducing yourself, highlighting your academic achievements, career goals, and passion for healthcare.
  3. Submit Your Application:
    Email both your essay and cover letter in PDF format to [email protected].
  4. Subject Line:
    Use the subject line: “Application for Dr. Robert Corkern Grant.”
  5. Application Deadline:
    Make sure to submit your application before the specified deadline to be considered for the grant.
  6. Wait for Notification:
    All applicants will receive a confirmation email, and the winner will be notified once the selection process is completed.

Details

Amount

$1,000

Deadline

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is September 15, 2025.

Winner

The winner for the scholarship will be announced October 15, 2025

How To Apply

Along with your essay submission, please provide the following information:

  • Full Name
  • Phone Number
  • Address
  • Email Address
  • Name of High School and Graduation Date
  • The University that you are currently enrolled in
  • Personal Bio
  • GPA

If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to ask!