Patty Sharkey Excellence in Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship honors Patricia “Patty” Sharkey who served a successful career in the Department of Nursing for 38 years. Eligible applicants will be rising senior nursing students in the traditional program, who demonstrate academic excellence by possessing a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher, and demonstrate a need for financial assistance. Along with those qualifications, the applicants must show a commitment to being a successful future nursing professional as demonstrated through successful performance in clinical rotations and the traits of empathy, compassion, responsibility, and excellence.

To be considered for this opportunity you must apply through the “All Nursing Scholarships" application.

The financial assistance is in the form of a non-tuition educational expense grant that may be used to cover educational costs such as room, board or college fees. The award will be credited to the recipient’s bill during the semester(s) of the award period. The student must use this award for educational expenses at the College and may not receive the award in cash.