The Blue Shield Promise Health Plan Scholarship is a $1000 scholarship awarded to students pursuing degrees in the mental health, general health, and/or psychology professions.
APPLY NOWBrought to you by our partner, Blue Shield of California, NCAAWA is proud to offer those dedicated to service in the health and wellness, medical, or psychology field a scholarship to pursue their dreams. Whether your dream is to be a counselor or a brain surgeon, students who intend to study in these amazing fields are eligible to apply.
If you'd like to get more information on scholarships, please contact us. Our scholarship application process is open from January 1, 2023 thru March 31, 2023. We are ONLY accepting online applications. Scholarship recipients must present confirmation of enrollment at a four-year college, community college, graduate school, trade/technical school, or ROP to receive their award. Confirmation of enrollment must be received by SEPTEMBER 30, 2023. Scholarship recipients will forfeit award if the deadline is not met. PLEASE NOTE: Financial Awards will be mailed to awardees within 10 days of receipt of verifiable enrollment confirmation.
1. Do I need to fill out the application and submit a resume?
Yes! An online application is required to receive a scholarship. Prior to submitting your application, check for correct spelling, complete sentences, and ask someone to review it with you.
2. Do I need a transcript to apply for the NCAAWA scholarship?
An official transcript is required and must be uploaded with your application. The transcript MUST be current.
3. I am still in high school. When can I apply for a scholarship?
Area high school students should apply for the scholarship during their senior year; the year they are graduating. Applications open annually on January 1.
4. Does NCAAWA provide scholarships for continuing education?
Yes. Submit your application each year you meet the qualifications.
5. How much money can be awarded to an applicant?
NCAAWA scholarships depend completely on our availability of funds, so we have no set amount.
6. Is the scholarship money only for school?
A check is issued payable to the student in the amount of the scholarship and may be used for school and personal expenses. To claim the scholarship, students must submit proof of full-time enrollment (12 units).
7. What if I cannot obtain the courses needed to meet the 12 units required?
The scholarship amount is based upon a full-time load (12 units). If lesser units are taken, the award will be divided according to the equivalent number of units, i.e., 9 units, you will receive 3/4 of the award; 6 units, you will receive 1/2 the award for the semester. The remainder will be distributed in the following semester. Note: Verification from the college showing the unavailability of desired courses will be required.
8. May I apply for the scholarship more than one time?
You may apply for a scholarship as long as you are attending school, are enrolled in the required number of units, and are maintaining a “C” average. Certain scholarships may limited application availability or different GPA requirements.