Advancing Care Scholarship for Adult Learners
Scholarship Sponsored by Basu Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery
If you’re a Texas resident over 30 planning to return to school for an advanced medical or nursing credential, read this carefully — this scholarship was designed with you in mind.
What it is
- Name: Basu Plastic Surgery Advancing Care Scholarship for Adult Learners
- Founder: Dr. C. Bob Basu
- Award: $1,500 (paid directly to the student as a cash prize)
- Purpose: To support Texans age 30+ who are pursuing a graduate-level career as a licensed medical practitioner or nurse
What the money can be used for
- Tuition and other education-related expenses, including but not limited to:
- Textbooks and supplies (paper, pens, notebooks)
- Required technology
- On-campus dining and housing
- Transportation
Important tax note
- The award will be disbursed directly to the recipient. You must provide information needed to issue a 1099 (including your Social Security number). Any tax liability that results from the award is the student’s responsibility.
Who is eligible You must meet all of the following:
- Be a U.S. citizen and a resident of Texas
- Be over the age of 30
- Be pursuing a graduate-level degree or clinical credential that leads to licensure as a medical practitioner or nurse at an accredited institution
- Submit one letter of recommendation that includes valid contact information
- Complete the scholarship application, include original essay answers, and upload the completed application plus the letter of reference on the scholarship application page
Examples of qualifying programs (not an exhaustive list)
- Doctoral/Professional: MD, DO, DDS/DMD, DPM, OD, PsyD, PharmD, DNP, PhD
- Nursing: RN programs, NP, CNM, CRNA, LPN
- Master’s/Advanced: MPH, MSN, MPAS, MMS, MN, MPharm, etc.
- Physician Assistant: PA, PAC
Application checklist (quick)
- Confirm Texas residency and citizenship
- Verify you are over 30
- Prepare one letter of recommendation with contact info
- Complete the application and original essay answers
- Upload the application and letter of reference on the scholarship webpage
If this fits your situation, gather your materials and apply. This scholarship is aimed at helping adult learners balance life and education — it’s a small but practical boost toward your graduate training. If you want, I can help you draft the essay or review your recommendation checklist.
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