ACHE of Southern CA, one of the largest chapters in the nation, created the LIFT Student scholarship program in 2023 to support students with exceptional talent and leadership as they seek a future career in healthcare administration. Academic scholarships are awarded annually, usually at the $5000 level, based on available funding. Eligible students are those pursuing graduate degrees in healthcare leadership (i.e., MBA, MHA, MPH, MSN, DNP, DrPH, PhD).

Student Scholarship Application

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a graduate level program in pursuit of a leadership role in healthcare administration, i.e., MBA, MHA, MPH, MSN, DNP, DrPH and PhD
• Demonstrate program enrollment at least half time within the last six (6) months
• Complete written statements requested via the Bold.org platform by stated due date.

Award winners:

• Are not a previous recipient of this scholarship
• Will be required to provide an impact summary of the scholarship on their academic and professional endeavors one-year post award

Award winners are highly encouraged to attend the chapter’s annual conference, usually held in November, to be recognized for their achievement.

Application Criteria

All applications must be submitted through Bold.org and should include the following:

• Evidence of enrollment in a current graduate degree program with a healthcare focus at least part-time.
• Completed profile with biography, educational background, work history, and any other relevant information.
• Two (2) personal statements

Selection is determined through a committee process and is based upon the applicant meeting eligibility criteria, completion of the application documents, and available funds. Scholarships are awarded based on dollars available in the scholarship fund and the number of individuals who have applied.

Application Timeline:

• July 31: Applications Due
• October 2: Winners Notified
• November 13: ACHE of SoCal Annual Conference and Scholarship Award Presentation