Travel August 29, 2025

Introducing the $5,000 Care Champions Scholarship: Your Path to Healthcare Excellence

Healthcare education is an investment in both your future and the communities you'll serve. AMN Healthcare understands the financial challenges that come with pursuing advanced degrees in healthcare fields, which is why we're excited to introduce the Care Champions Scholarship Program.

This $5,000 scholarship opportunity is specifically designed for students in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and School Psychology programs. We believe that the future of healthcare lies in the hands of aspiring professionals like you—dedicated, compassionate individuals ready to make a difference in people's lives.

$5,000 Care Champions Scholarship: What You Need to Know

The Care Champions Scholarship Program offers a substantial $5,000 award to support students pursuing careers in four essential healthcare disciplines. This scholarship recognizes the vital role that Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and School Psychologists play in improving patient outcomes and community health.

Eligible Fields:

  • Physical Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech-Language Pathology
  • School Psychology

Award Amount: $5,000

Launch Timeline: Sept. 1 - Dec 1. 2025

This scholarship represents more than financial support—it's an investment in your potential to transform lives through healthcare excellence.

Essay Contest Requirements and Guidelines

The Care Champions Scholarship operates as an essay contest, giving you the opportunity to showcase your passion for healthcare and your commitment to serving specific populations. Here's what you need to know about the application process:

Essay Requirements:

  • Minimum 500 words
  • Original content only
  • Topic: Discuss a population or community you feel especially drawn to serve.

Contest Timeline:

Applications open September 1st, with a submission deadline of December 1st. The contest period will provide ample time for students to craft thoughtful, compelling essays that demonstrate their dedication to healthcare service.

Your essay should explore what unique needs your chosen population faces and how you hope to support them through your clinical or school-based work. This is your chance to share your vision for making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Expert Evaluation and Selection Process

All submitted essays will be carefully reviewed by an expert panel of judges who understand the healthcare education landscape and the qualities that make exceptional healthcare professionals. The judging process focuses on three key criteria:

Creativity: How uniquely do you approach the topic and present your ideas?

Relevance: Does your essay clearly connect your career goals with the needs of your chosen population?

Passion: Do you effectively communicate your dedication to serving others through healthcare?

This comprehensive evaluation ensures that the scholarship recipient demonstrates not only academic potential but also the compassion and commitment essential for success in healthcare careers.

Real Grads. Real Stories. Real Support.

The Care Champions Scholarship Program builds on AMN Healthcare's long-standing commitment to supporting healthcare education. Past scholarship recipients have gone on to make significant contributions in their respective fields, serving diverse communities and addressing critical healthcare needs.

These success stories highlight how financial support during education can remove barriers and enable students to focus on developing the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their chosen healthcare specialties.

Ready to Apply? Invest in Your Healthcare Future Today

If you're currently enrolled in a Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, or School Psychology program.

How to Get Started:

  • Begin planning your essay around a population or community you're passionate about serving
  • Share this opportunity with classmates and peers in eligible programs

The application process is designed to be straightforward, allowing you to focus on crafting an essay that truly represents your commitment to healthcare excellence.

Your voice has the power to transform lives, including your own. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to share your passion for healthcare service and compete for this meaningful scholarship award.

Your journey to becoming a healthcare champion starts with a single step—and we're here to support you along the way.

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