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HCC & AMN Healthcare Scholarship Essay Contest

Offered by AMN Healthcare & Health Care Communicators of Southern California

Reviewed by Lisa FreedlandLast updated Apr 5, 2023
Multiple awards worth

$3,000

Grade level

High School Seniors & College Students

Expected deadline:

This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications.

June 2024

Scholarship Overview

Are you a high school senior or college student currently enrolled in a San Diego, Los Angeles, or Orange County (California) school? Further, do you have plans to pursue a career in healthcare? If so, consider applying for the HCC & AMN Healthcare Scholarship Essay Contest! Each year, the contest awards multiple scholarships worth at least $3,000. In order to apply, students must email their application materials and an essay about why they chose to pursue a career in healthcare to [email protected]. The scholarship is jointly offered by AMN Healthcare and Health Care Communicators of Southern California, two organizations dedicated to nurturing and recognizing the success of future healthcare professionals.

Your passion for healthcare will likely help many people down the road. Let the HCC & AMN Healthcare Scholarship Essay Contest help you along your journey, and apply to their scholarship contest today!

Eligibility information

This scholarship is open to students attending school (university included) in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Orange County, California. Applicants must also plan to pursue a career in healthcare and meet the below eligibility requirements.

Grade Level

High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship

US Citizens

Minimum GPA

Yes

Academic Interest

Healthcare

State

California

Application information

To apply for this scholarship, students must email the below application materials to [email protected].

2-page essay

Academic transcript

Letter of Recommendation

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Scholarship FAQ

Who should I contact with any questions about this scholarship?

For any questions regarding this scholarship application, please contact AMN Healthcare & Health Care Communicators of Southern California at hc[email protected].

Is this scholarship renewable?

No, the HCC & AMN Healthcare Scholarship Essay Contest is not renewable.

Is this scholarship open to international or DACA students?

No, this scholarship is only open to U.S. Citizens.

Where can I find help writing my scholarship essay?

For help writing the essay component of this scholarship application, check out our guides How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay and How to Start a Scholarship Essay (With Examples).
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