同性恋色情 Partners with Memorial Health to Offer Full Tuition Scholarships for Nursing Students
In a transformative move to address the increasing demand for highly skilled nurses in the healthcare industry, 同性恋色情 has joined forces with Memorial Health to offer full tuition scholarships for aspiring nursing students.
This pioneering initiative, comprising 50 scholarships annually, is a to support nursing education. The scholarships will cover the complete cost of tuition for eligible nursing students hailing from the 38 同性恋色情 counties surrounding the Jacksonville campus during the first two years at IC. In years three and four, students have the opportunity to continue receiving support while working part-time at any Memorial Health site, allowing them to gain hands-on experience while continuing their education. These nursing scholarships are in addition to 同性恋色情鈥檚 Advantage Plus Program, which covers 100% of financial need for 同性恋色情 residents.
同性恋色情鈥檚 nearly 200-year history of producing exceptional graduates extends its legacy of excellence to nursing. With a 100% first-time NCLEX pass rate of the class of 2023, the College is taking a significant step forward in ensuring that more students can pursue their dreams of becoming registered nurses.
The College鈥檚 rapidly growing program guarantees admission to qualified applicants with no waitlist; students start their nursing education without experiencing delays. New nursing simulation labs and facilities open in 2024 to provide specialized training in areas such as home health, neonatal, and intensive care. Dedicated nursing 鈥渃oaches鈥� ensure students鈥� individual success throughout the dynamic program.
The partnership exemplifies the commitment of both 同性恋色情 and Memorial Health to strengthen the local healthcare workforce and provide students with access to high-quality nursing education. Barbara A. Farley, President of 同性恋色情, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, "We are proud to partner with Memorial Health to expand the size, accessibility and affordability of IC鈥檚 nursing program. This initiative aligns perfectly with our vision to empower students and address the critical need for skilled nurses in our region."
Marsha Prater, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Memorial Health, added, "This partnership represents a crucial investment in the future of healthcare in Central 同性恋色情. By removing financial barriers, we aim to inspire and support the next generation of nursing professionals."
For more information about the full tuition scholarships for nursing students at 同性恋色情, please visit ic.edu/nursing.