Scholarship Opportunities
SSM Health St. Anthony Foundation
Fall 2025 Application Period: All required documents, including the completed application and recommendation letters, must be received by May 30, 2025.
Reach for the Stars Nursing Scholarships
Criteria
Applicants must be employed by SSM Health in the Oklahoma region, be in good employment standing, and have been accepted into an accredited nursing program through the college’s regular admission process. Scholarship recipients must continue to work for SSM Health OK throughout their degree program and commit to working 2 years upon completion of their nursing degree.
Eligibility
Eligibility is based upon the stated criteria of the scholarship fund and preference is given to employees with a demonstrated financial hardship. Scholarship awards will be paid directly to the university after the university’s add/drop date. Scholarships are separate and distinct from the SSM Health Tuition Reimbursement benefit.
Process
Scholarships will be awarded on a semester-by-semester basis. Scholarships awards vary per year, based upon funds available. A selection committee is comprised of members of the St. Anthony Foundation board of directors, ministry leaders, and administrative staff. Applications will be screened for eligibility prior to being reviewed by the selection committee.
For more information about scholarship eligibility, procedures, and policies, visit the 'Reach for the Stars' Scholarship SharePoint page.
How to Apply
Application forms are available, upon request, from the St. Anthony Foundation by calling 405-272-7070 or emailing Russell Davis at Russell.Davis@ssmhealth.com.
St. Anthony Foundation Nursing Scholarships
Criteria
Applicants must be employed by SSM Health Oklahoma, be in good employment standing, and have been accepted into an accredited nursing program through the college’s regular admission process. Scholarship recipients must continue to work for SSM Health OK throughout their degree program and commit to working 2 years upon completion of their nursing degree. Scholarships will be awarded on a semester-by-semester basis. Scholarships awards vary per year, based upon funds available.
Eligibility
Eligibility is based upon the stated criteria of the scholarship fund and preference is given to employees with a demonstrated financial hardship. Scholarship awards will be paid directly to the university after the university’s add/drop date. Scholarships are separate and distinct from the SSM Health Tuition Reimbursement benefit.
Process
A selection committee is comprised of members of the St. Anthony Foundation board of directors, ministry leaders, and administrative staff. Applications will be screened for eligibility prior to being reviewed by the selection committee.
How to Apply
Application forms are available, upon request, from the St. Anthony Foundation by calling 405-272-7070 or emailing Russell Davis at Russell.Davis@ssmhealth.com
Questions?
For questions or additional information, contact Charlotte Meyer at Charlotte.Meyer@ssmhealth.com.