MSU Denver
Internal and External Scholarship Opportunities
MSU Denver, MSU Denver Foundation, Public, and Private organizations provide scholarship opportunities every year to MSU Denver students. All students at MSU Denver are encouraged to apply for scholarships. Priority deadline is March 1st.
Learn more about MSU Denver scholarships.
Master of Health Administration Scholarship
The MSU Denver Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program invites applications for scholarship. Deadline for the Fall 2022 scholarship is May 31, 2022. These awards were created by the MHA faculty and staff to assist MHA students who demonstrate strong academic performance and have demonstrated a financial need. There are five awards; with varying amounts awarded. Scholarship selection is completely separate from the MHA program admission review, and decision process. The scholarship committee will only award scholarships to active MHA students.
We are seeking applications from MHA students who have a commitment to the Health Administration profession and to the MHA Core values.
Review the Fall 2022 scholarship criteria below before applying:
- Be a current MHA students in good standing.
- FAFSA or CASFA required
- Must be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) with financial aid
- Have successfully completed 6 credits in the MHA program by May 31, 2022
- Cumulative graduate GPA of 3.5
- Submit a 500 word essay. Review the MHA Core Values here . Reflect on the MHA values. How do you plan to incorporate these values into your professional career?
- Complete the application by the Deadline of May 31, 2022
Applicants must complete both the MSU Denver Scholarship Application and the MHA Scholarship Application.
MSU Denver Department of Health Professions Scholarship
In addition to all of the various scholarships offered at MSU Denver, the Department of Health Professions (HEP) created the Rising Star scholarship specifically for HEP students. The Rising Star scholarship is an award for students showing initiative, enthusiasm, and potential for future success in the HEP Department. It is the intent of the Rising Star scholarship to be able to support HEP students in their pursuit of becoming a passionate professional in their field of study. Students should apply using the MSU Denver Scholarship Application.
Criteria:
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater.
- Be a HEP Student (HCM, HCPS, HCIS, IHC, Lifestyle Medicine, Aging Services, PUB, or MHA)
- Be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours (6 credit hours for graduate students).
- Meet MSU Denver’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements and cannot be in default or owe any refund/repayment of federal, state or institutional aid
- Submit a 500-word essay answering the following: Describing the lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. Perhaps it was a time when you were under pressure to make a significant decision. Explain the situation and the reason you acted as you did. How did it effect you, what was the impact of your action(s)? Would you make the same decision again today?
For more information on the scholarship, please contact the Health Professions Department at [email protected] or call 303-615-1200.
Colorado Association of Healthcare Executives Scholarships
The Colorado Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) is proud to sponsor several student programs throughout the year. This includes networking events, attendance at Congress, and mentoring.
ACHE Albert W. Dent Scholarship
The Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives established this scholarship in honor of Albert W. Dent, the first African-American Fellow of ACHE. This scholarship is offered to provide financial aid to racially/ethnically students in healthcare management graduate programs to help offset tuition costs, student loans and expenses.
ACHE Foster G. McGaw Graduate Student Scholarship
The Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives established this scholarship in honor of Foster G. McGaw, the founder of the American Hospital Supply Corporation. This scholarship is offered to provide financial aid to students in healthcare management graduate programs to help offset tuition costs, student loans and expenses.
Richard J. Stull Student Essay Competition in Healthcare Management
The purpose of the competition is to stimulate and demonstrate the ability of future healthcare executives to identify and describe important issues and developments in their chosen profession.
APHA Student Assembly Grant Award
The Annual Meeting Student Scholarship Fund has awarded more than 220 student scholarships since APHA 2012. These scholarships offer students a chance to learn the latest public health science and practice, connect with seasoned professionals, meet new mentors and, hopefully, find a lifelong home within the APHA community.
AUPHA Scholarships
The Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA) is a global network of colleges, universities, faculty, individuals and organizations dedicated to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery through excellence in healthcare management and policy education. Its mission is to foster excellence and drive innovation in health management and policy education, and promote the value of university-based management education for leadership roles in the health sector. AUPHA has a number of scholarships for health administration students.
MSU Denver Professional Licensure Funding
The Graduate School Entrance Exam & Professional Licensure Program is a student fee funded resource that provides financial assistance for students looking to complete a graduate school entrance exam (GRE, LSAT, MCAT, etc.) OR complete a certification/licensure course or exam that is directly related to their area of study or leadership position on campus.
NAHSE Student Scholarships
The NAHSE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to support minority students pursuing careers in health care management or a related field. We realize that finances are often a barrier to completing academic programs; therefore, we hope students who are in financial need will be encouraged to apply for these scholarships.
MGMA Student Scholarships
Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) is a key element in perpetuating success throughout the healthcare industry. The ACMPE Scholarship Fund Inc. (SFI) is a program that supports individuals who, by virtue of experience, current position and future career plans, demonstrate potential to contribute to MGMA’s mission of transforming healthcare.