Saint Francis Healthcare Scholarship Program

The Saint Francis Healthcare Scholarship Program is funded annually by Saint Francis Foundation and Saint Francis Auxiliary for the fall school semester. Students pursuing a career in healthcare or professionals seeking to advance their healthcare career can choose from 22 scholarships opportunities, worth up to $2,000 each. Applicants may receive one scholarship per year for a maximum of two years.

The Steven C. Bjelich Executive Scholarship is available to graduate students pursuing a Master’s degree in healthcare administration and awards $5,000 to one recipient every two years.

Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 Healthcare Scholarship – Click Here

Eligible Applicants

  • Students must have successfully completed one year as a student in an accredited healthcare program and be currently enrolled.
  • Students must have a minimum cumulative college GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Students’ mailing address as indicated on the application must be within the Saint Francis Service Area.
  • Students must submit a fully completed online application and all required documentation by the established deadline. Applications received after this deadline will be considered ineligible.

“My scholarship from Saint Francis Foundation enabled me to concentrate fully on my studies without the added concern of tuition expenses. Balancing a full-time job, full-time coursework, and motherhood over the past two years has been challenging, and this scholarship has significantly eased the financial strain. I am deeply grateful to all the donors whose generosity makes these scholarships possible!”

Addison Middleton, BSN, RN
Emergency Department

Addison Middleton, BSN, RN

Required Documentation

The following should accompany the online application:

  • Most recent official college transcript.
  • Letter of verification of current enrollment in a professional curriculum as a student of an accredited healthcare program. Must include accrediting agency in letter.
  • Two professional letters of recommendation (one academic, one personal).
  • Response to essay question found on application.

Selection Process

  • A scholarship selection committee will review all online applications and score the essay (one third of total score).
  • All applicants will be notified by August 8, 2025 by email if they are selected to receive a scholarship.
  • Scholarship recipient checks will be made payable to the college as indicated on the application.

All applicants will be considered regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, handicap or veteran status. Scholarship recipients are under no obligation to apply for or accept a position at Saint Francis Healthcare System.

Klara Beel, RN, BSN

“As a recipient of the Saint Francis Healthcare Scholarship, I am honored and thankful for the opportunity to further my education as an advanced practice nurse. With the support and consideration of the Saint Francis Foundation, my professional goal of becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner will soon be a reality this May. This scholarship allowed me to focus on my studies while also encouraging me to maintain a healthy balance of clinical rotations and working as a registered nurse. I have been a member of the Saint Francis Family since 2021, and I am truly grateful for their investment in my future.”

Klara Beel, RN, BSN
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Department

Healthcare Scholarship Committee

Committee MemberName
Hospital Clinical / Ancillary Staff MemberJill LeGrand
Auxiliary Board MemberMona Nenninger
Hospital Clinical / Ancillary Staff MemberMandie Presser
Foundation Board MemberRequi Salter
Hospital Clinical / Ancillary Staff MemberElliott Sjuts
Human Resources RepresentativeEmily Vines

Healthcare Scholarship Recipients