Founders "Honor the Veterans" Scholarship

In honor of Veterans Day 2020, two of RMU’s founders, Dr. Michael Skurja, Jr., and Dr. Richard P. Nielsen, made the decision to sponsor founders “honor the veterans” scholarships. These $1,000 scholarships were developed for the student-veterans of RMU to help further their careers in healthcare. We are proud to work with veterans and honor them for serving our country and communities.

Who can apply for a foundation “honor the veterans” scholarship?

Foundation “honor the veterans” scholarships are reserved for any enrolled and registered student of RMU who is currently serving (active duty) or has served (veteran) in the armed forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and the Coast Guard). Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program of study at RMU and be registered for a full-time class schedule to apply. Applicants must have applied for and accepted all federal, state, and institutional need-based grants and all available military educational benefits.

How can I apply for a foundation “honor the veterans” scholarship?

Scholarship applications are available via Award Spring and can be accessed by clicking on the link above. You will need to submit a general application. As part of the application, you must submit an essay and also provide a valid copy of your DD 214 as part of the application process.

What is the application deadline for the Foundation “Honor the Veterans” scholarships?

There will be three periods of time throughout the year that this scholarship application will be accepted. Applications will be accepted on November, March, and July 1st of each year. The deadline for each of these application periods will be the 15th of the month stated on the schedule.

How will I know if I was selected for a foundation “honor the veterans” scholarship?

Scholarship funds will be disbursed, in the form of a check or direct deposit, as per the student’s discretion, after the third week of each corresponding semester. Scholarship awardees will be notified within sixty (60) days of the close of the application period. The scholarship may be used to help students defray their tuition and living expenses.

If you are a Financial Aid recipient, receiving any scholarship will affect your Cost of Attendance (COA), and it is your responsibility to notify the Financial Aid Office if you are selected for an award. Should you be awarded a scholarship from any source (internal or external), take time to send the institution a “Thank You” letter.

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