Bates County News

Friday, March 6, 2026

BCCHF Health Care Scholarship Applications Now Open

The Bates County Community Health Foundation (BCCHF) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the BCCHF Health Care Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to Bates County residents who are pursuing a career in health care.

The scholarship is entirely funded through the foundation’s fundraising efforts and is designed to support students who have been accepted into an accredited health care program.

BCCHF Health Care Scholarship Criteria:

To be eligible for the BCCHF Health Care Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

•       Reside in Bates County

•       Pursuing a career in the health care field

•       Proof of acceptance in a chosen health care program

•       Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 (provide a copy of transcript)

•       Demonstrate strong communication skills

•       Submit an essay explaining why they are pursuing a career in health     care

•       Provide three letters of recommendation

Applications must be submitted no later than May 22, 2026.

The complete scholarship criteria and application form can be found at:

 https://www.bcmhospital.com/foundation/bcchf-community-health-projects/

Printed applications are also available for pick-up at the Information Desk at:

Bates County Memorial Hospital

 615 W. Nursery Street

 Butler, MO 64730

For more information, please contact Katie Barbee at the Bates County Memorial Hospital Administration Office at 660-200-7072.


 

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