University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center Carolyn Oakes Student Volunteer Scholarship Application

Scholarship Program

The Auxiliary of University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is offering scholarships to students who have participated in the Summer Youth Volunteer Program.

The scholarship has been established to recognize the service and dedication of youth who have volunteered at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center to support them in attaining their healthcare career goals through higher education.

Scholarship Eligibility

The applicant must have successfully completed a minimum of 32 hours of volunteer service at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center during his/her high school years. Only students who are graduating from high school in June 2021 and who have been accepted in a course of study in higher education are eligible to apply. Students must be at least half-time in a baccalaureate degree program at an accredited college or university, an associate degree program at an accredited junior or community college, or a certificate program at an approved vocational or technical institute. Students must be pursuing a course of study in a healthcare related field such as medicine, nursing, radiology, pharmacy, etc.

Scholarship Awards & Payments of Scholarships

Awards of two $1,500 scholarships will be announced in July 2021. Payment will be made directly to the award recipient.

Awards are granted without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, disability, or national origin.

Scholarship Application

Please provide the following as part of your application:

1. A copy of your acceptance letter and any documentation indicating your enrollment in an accredited college/certificate program.
2. A letter of recommendation from a non-relative with first hand knowledge regarding your personal traits and qualities. This letter should include the name, address, telephone number, and the title and/or relationship of the person writing the letter for the applicant. This letter must be sealed with the signature of the writer over the seal.

Please complete the application with the required attachments and mail to:

Auxiliary Scholarship Program
Volunteer Services Department
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
11100 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106

All entries must be received by July 15, 2021.

Questions regarding the Scholarship Program should be directed to the Volunteer Services Department at 216-844-1504.

Recipients have an obligation to notify the Volunteer Services Department, in writing, of any change of address, school enrollment, or other relevant information.