The 2024 Betsy Baptist scholarship is Open!
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: March 31, 2024.
In 2012, beloved Laboratory Science professional and teacher, Betsy Baptist, set up a scholarship to assist future laboratory scientists in achieving their career goals. This scholarship, administered by ASCLS-OR, will be granted to the student(s) in Oregon who best demonstrates active participation in the professional organization and whose goals include continuing work with the professional organization, preferably in Oregon. Monetary need will not be a factor in the decision. Awards typically range between $1,000-$5,000.
SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY – GUIDELINES:
1. Applicant must be a member of ASCLS-OR.
2. Applicant must be admitted to a Laboratory Science program.
3. Applicant must fall into one of the following professional categories:
A. Previously certified professional in the laboratory science field returning to school to advance professionally by seeking a degree from one of the Oregon based programs.
B. Current student of any full time Laboratory Science Programs located in the state of Oregon.
C. Oregon resident working professional enrolled in an online program seeking a degree in Laboratory Science.
APPLICATION PACKAGE TO INCLUDE:
1. Betsy Baptist Scholarship Application, submitted through the link at the bottom of the page. Other versions of the application will NOT be accepted.
2. Official transcript(s) from the two most recent college/university listed in this application.
Please instruct the institutions to mail or email (email preferred) the transcripts to the Director of Scholarships.
Address: Betsy Baptist Scholarship, 10040 N. Lombard St. Portland, OR 97203.
Email: betsybaptistscholarship@gmail.com
3. Letter of Intent: In a short essay of no more than 500 words describe what made you pursue a career in Medical Laboratory Science, your plans for being involved in ASCLS and your career goals. Financial need will not be a determining factor in scholarship award decisions.
4. Two (2) Letters of Reference: Letters of reference should speak to the student’s career aspirations and professional conduct. They should be written by professional or educational contacts, not family members.
Download the following guidelines for references to use in writing letters of recommendation. Reference Letter Guide
5. Copy of an Admission Letter to the Laboratory related program the student is enrolled in.
Questions regarding completion of applications and accompanying documents may be submitted to betsybaptistscholarship@gmail.com prior to March 15th.
A copy of the application can be downloaded here.
Only applications submitted through the form below will be considered.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2024.
Fill out the application and submit accompanying documents below:
Betsy Baptist Application