Bachrach Family Scholarship for Excellence in Healthcare Administration

Name: Bachrach Family Scholarship for Excellence in Healthcare Administration
Award Amount: $6,000

• One $6,000 scholarship awarded annually.

Information and Eligibility:
The Bachrach Family Scholarship for Excellence in Healthcare Administration is an endowed scholarship offered through AUPHA (Association of University Programs in Health Administration), created to honor the education legacy of David and Linda Bachrach. It supports graduate students in healthcare management during their second year of full-time, residential study. The scholarship recognizes academic excellence and leadership demonstrated in both undergraduate and first-year graduate performance. Preference is given to first-generation students in their immediate family, those with financial need, and women.

Eligibility criteria include:

• Enrollment: Must be a full-time student entering the second year of a residential graduate program in healthcare management at an AUPHA full-member institution.
• Academic Performance: Demonstrated strong academic achievement as an undergraduate and during the first year of graduate study.
• Preference Factors: First-generation graduate students, those with financial need, or female applicants may receive preference.

Application Process
Applicants must submit the following via AUPHA’s scholarship portal or as instructed:

• Personal Statement: Up to 1,200 words explaining your decision to pursue healthcare management, leadership experience, career aspirations, and why you chose your school.
• Resume: Current professional resume in PDF format.
• GPA Information: Include both undergraduate cumulative and current graduate GPAs.
• Letters of Recommendation: Two letters—one from a faculty member and one from an employer or supervisor—addressing selection criteria.
• Financial Support Disclosure: Information on other scholarships or financial aid you expect to receive.
• Transcripts: Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

Deadline: Varies by institution—typically in early winter (e.g., November 15 for some schools). Please check your program’s AUPHA application schedule.

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