DMH Auxiliary Scholarship

Decatur Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is pleased to administer the Healthcare Support Professionals Scholarship.

Three (3) $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to a deserving student who is a graduate of any Macon County high school and who is pursuing a degree at a two- or four-year college in a healthcare support profession (i.e., nursing, X-ray tech, lab tech, pharmacy tech, etc.). Applicants must be a high school senior or undergraduate. 

To obtain an application, call 217–876–2146.

Criteria

Applicants must be a graduate of any Macon County high school who has selected a healthcare support staff career at a two- or four-year college. Applicants must be a high school senior or undergraduate and pursuing a degree.

Former recipients are encouraged to apply and are eligible for two years. This scholarship is administered by the Decatur Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and Board of Directors.

Material To Be Included In Application Form

  1. Completed and signed application
  2. High school transcript
  3. Two letters of recommendation
  4. Proof of enrollment (Copy of acceptance letter or copy of fall class schedule)
  5. Essay (Maximum 300 words)
    What do you hope to accomplish with your education? What has influenced your decision to enter the healthcare field? How will this scholarship assist you in your educational pursuits?

Deadline to apply:

March 15, 2026


Memorial Health Colleagues

Memorial Health colleagues currently receiving tuition assistance are NOT eligible to apply. 

Applicant Information

Educational Background

Educational Institution Applicant Will Be Attending

Financial Information

Please break down the cost of your schooling for the next school year.

 Two letters of recommendations