Application Process and Criteria

OHCF awards scholarships each year to individuals from a variety of disciplines related to the long term care profession, senior housing, gerontology and older adult services. Consideration is given to individuals who are exploring these fields as a possible career choice as well as those currently working in the profession who desire further certification, licensure, or a degree. There are two main types of Scholarships available through the OHCF Scholarship Program:

General Studies Scholarships: These $500 scholarships are awarded in two cycles per year to those pursuing further education in any field related to long term care.

Disciplinary Studies Scholarships: These are available in varying amounts and are awarded annually to individuals based on specific requirements or emphasis as specified in the scholarship criteria. These could include specific fields, such as nursing or social services, a particular quality or skill to be developed, such as leadership or innovative programming, or restricted to geographic areas. Criteria for these scholarships are established by the donors who have made these awards possible through their generous commitments.

All candidates must complete the appropriate application form, write a brief essay, and provide a written recommendation from his/her immediate supervisor or academic advisor/mentor. Additional letters of support may be submitted. Currently enrolled students must submit a transcript with their application. For those not yet enrolled, proof of acceptance into an accredited or certified program is required. Past scholarship winners who are still enrolled may apply for continued financial support by submitting a new application with an update on how previous funds were used.  Upon completion of the academic term for which the scholarship is awarded, awardees are asked to submit appropriate documentation as well as a brief summary of their experience.

Application Forms and Deadlines

Selection Process:  Selection of scholarship recipients will be made by a committee of the Foundation Board and candidates shall be notified in writing. 

Former Scholarship Recipients