Katherine Pope Scholarship 2025
Introduction
With a nursing career spanning 45 years, Katherine Pope dedicated her life to the profession of nursing. She has been described as "the ideal nurse: a selfless, genuine caregiver who puts the needs of others ahead of her own.” Ms. Pope believed that nursing enabled her to best serve her country, her fellow human beings, and the community. The Katherine Pope Scholarship demonstrates the impact nursing can make to healthcare and to the community and extends Ms. Pope's commitment to the career advancement of nurses.
A nursing leader, beloved friend, and respected colleague, Katherine Pope has always encouraged others to be their best. This scholarship in her name acknowledges future nursing leaders who are committed to excellence in their field and to the care of those in need.
This scholarship will be awarded to non-registered nurse students seeking a baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
Qualifications
Applicants MUST:
Be a non-registered nurse student seeking a baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
Be enrolled in an accredited nursing program in Georgia.
Have successfully completed at least two nursing clinicals.
Provide a letter from the dean or director of the nursing program confirming that the program is accredited.
Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Be a resident of Georgia AND provide a copy of their current Georgia Driver’s License.
Provide OFFICIAL academic transcript sent from the current academic institution.
Provide two recommendations from nursing faculty or clinical supervisor.
Priority will be given to applicants who:
Plan to practice professional nursing in Georgia post-graduation.
Are members of respective professional associations (e.g., Georgia Association of Nursing Students, etc.).
Provide proof of membership in a professional association (i.e., copy of membership card).
Selection Process
The Scholarship Committee will base their selection upon compliance with the Eligibility Criteria and adherence to all above steps within the application process. Recipients will be notified by August 1st.
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