Union Health Foundation Scholarships

Invest in Your Future with Union Health Foundation Scholarships

Unlock your potential and take the first step toward a rewarding career in health care! Thanks to the generous support of our donors, Union Health Foundation proudly provides scholarships to students pursuing careers across a wide range of health care fields—helping you achieve your academic goals while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

The 2026 Scholarship Cycle Is Currently Closed

In 2026 we awarded $123,750 to 77 students that included 99 scholarships. Don’t miss your chance to apply in 2027.  Check back here for more information in November 2026.  

Why Apply?

  • Scholarships total over $100,000 annually, supporting students across the Wabash Valley.
  • Opportunities are available for a variety of health care programs—from nursing and allied health to advanced clinical and graduate degrees.
  • Many scholarships are specifically designated for Union Health and Hospice/VNA employees and their children.
  • Your success helps strengthen the local health care workforce and shapes the future of our community.


Scholarships Available

We offer over 20 unique scholarships to support students at all stages of their education. Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements and program details.

Below, you’ll find a full list of scholarships—click on each one to view eligibility criteria, degree requirements, and more.

Union Health Foundation Scholarships

Union Health Foundation Scholarships

  • One year
  • Health Care Degree - Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science
  • May either have a major in a health-related field or be enrolled in a nursing degree program
  • Up to two years
  • Pursuing an advanced degree in the field of nursing and/or biomechanical engineering
  • Preference and first consideration will be given to employees of Union Health System, Hospice and Visiting Nurse of the Wabash Valley
  • Provide a transcript showing a minimum B+ average (3.2/4.0 scale or equivalent) achieved in undergraduate degree program or if currently enrolled in an advanced degree program, provide evidence of current B+ average (3.2/4.0 scale)
  • One year but no more than 4 during college enrollment
  • Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in an accredited nursing education program at Indiana State University or Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
  • One year
  • Registered Nursing degrees: Associate of Science in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master’s or Doctorate degrees or graduate degrees in Family Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Clinical Specialist programs
  • One year
  • Registered Nursing degrees: Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree, or Nursing Diploma
  • Unmarried female/US citizen
  • Up to two years
  • Registered Nursing degrees: Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing Diploma, or advanced degrees such as Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing
  • Multiple years
  • Working parent returning to school to pursue a nursing Degree from Indiana State University, Ivy Tech Community College, Lincoln Trail, Lake Land Community College, Lakeview College or Indiana Wesleyan University
  • Up to two years
  • Registered Nursing degrees- Associate of Science or Bachelor of Sciences at Indiana State University, Ivy Tech Community College, or St Mary-of-the-Woods College
  • West Vigo High School students first consideration
  • Includes students not enrolled in nursing degree program
  • One year
  • Graduating West Vigo High School student with plans to pursue a health career degree from an accredited institution
  • Does not need to be currently admitted in a nursing program
  • Up to two years
  • Health Care degree – Associate or Bachelor of Science
  • May either have a major in a health-related field or be enrolled in a nursing degree program
  • Up to two years
  • Health Care Degree - Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science
  • May either have a major in a health-related field or be enrolled in a nursing degree program
  • Rural Health Track or traditional MD program at Indiana University School of Medicine Terre Haute
  • Must be enrolled in the degree program
  • One year
  • Union Health System employees or their children
  • Enrolled in health sciences degree program to pursue a career in health care
  • Any health-related field outside of nursing
  • One year
  • Union Health System employees or their children
  • Entering college in fall of year for which award is considered
  • One year and no more than 4 scholarship awards
  • Union Health System employees pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree related to healthcare administration
  • Must show verification of enrollment or acceptance into a degree program
  • One year and no more than 4 scholarship awards
  • Union Health System employees or its affiliates pursuing an advanced health-related or business degree
  • Must show verification of enrollment or acceptance into a degree program
  • Up to two years
  • Registered Nursing degrees: Associate of Science or Bachelor of Sciences at Indiana State University
  • Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science at Indiana State University
  • Female student
  • Full time or part time Union Health System Employees, excluding PRN employees
  • Advanced Degree – Masters or Doctorate in Nursing at Indiana State University
  • May make an exception to students pursuing bachelor’s degrees and of high merit
  • Maintain a minimum of 3 credit hours per semester, or the equivalent
  • No more than 4 scholarship awards
  • Must be enrolled in a health care degree or nursing degree program
  • Indiana State University, St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, or Ivy Tech Community College
  • Students from Vermillion and Parke Counties
  • Multiple years
  • Children of full time or part time A employees of Union Health System
  • Full time undergraduate program at Indiana State University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, Ivy Tech Community College, or any other state-supported universities in Indiana