Anesthesiologist Scholarships
Putting Them to Sleep and Knocking Them Out in the Aisles
While an anesthesiologist is considered to be a doctor, there are other branches of the field available such as in research and as nurse anesthesiologists. Education and scholarships are available across all the areas of expertise.
Nurse-Anesthesiology Scholarships in North Carolina
University of North Carolina-Greensboro offers a wide range of scholarships for students attending its nursing school, including those in the nurse anesthesiologist program. Qualifications vary.
Ohio Scholarship
Ohio residents who pursue their anesthesia education at an Ohio school may qualify for the Dale O. Heimberger CRNA Memorial Scholarship. Applicants must be working towards a college-level nurse-anesthesiologist education, as well as show financial need and scholastic achievement.
Multiple Scholarships for Texas Tech Students
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine has multiple campuses and offers multiple scholarships annually to its students, including those studying anesthesiology. The scholarships available change yearly, so it is best to check the website or contact the financial aid office directly for the most current information.
Scholarships for Graduate Students at University of Michigan
Graduate students at University of Michigan-Flint may qualify for one of three scholarships available in the school’s MS in Anesthesiology program: The Diane Brown, CRNA Scholarship; The Virginia K. Polzin, CRNA Scholarship; and
The Barbara L. Sprague, CRNA Scholarship.
The qualification criteria are the same for each. Each scholarship is for second-year students who have participated in a professional healthcare organization or have had community involvement. Applicants must also have a clinical practicum grade of “A” or higher.
Residency Scholarship at the University of Colorado
Renowned for its anesthesiology program, The University of Colorado offers a 5-year residency scholarship. A new award is made each year, and is distributed as a $12,500 stipend for the first three years to cover expenses; and the last two years as a $12,500 bonus to those students who join the faculty as a junior member on the research track.
Columbia University Research Fellowship Scholarships
Columbia University’s Anesthesiology Department offers the Virginia Apgar Scholarship for 6 residents of the program. Three are given to students participating in a 2-year clinical research fellowship in areas such as cardiac, regional, neuroanesthesia, and more. The other three are awarded to students participating in 2-year laboratory research fellowships. Each scholarship award is $15,000 annually during the residency.
Indian Health Services Pre-Nursing and Nurse Anesthesiologist Scholarships
Indian Health Services (IHS) offers scholarships for the pre-nursing and nurse anesthesiology student. Applicants must be a Native American or an Alaska Native. Recipients must agree to serve in an IHS facility or other program which serves the Indian people for one year per year of scholarship they receive.
Finding More Scholarships
Prospective employers may also offer scholarship and other financial aid programs. Be sure to check with your school and/or department for contacts and programs they may be aware of. Attending job fairs for your area of interest can also be a great way to discover additional financing opportunities and scholarships.