Maxine Williams Scholarship For Medical Assisting

Name: Maxine Williams Scholarship for Medical Assisting

Award Amount: Varies

Information And Eligibility:
The Maxine Williams Scholarship for Medical Assisting is an academic award created to support students who are actively pursuing education in the medical assisting profession. The scholarship recognizes the growing demand for qualified medical assistants within healthcare settings and seeks to assist students who are preparing to enter this essential clinical and administrative role. By providing financial support to students already enrolled in accredited programs, the scholarship helps reduce educational costs while encouraging continued academic success.

This scholarship is intended for students who have progressed beyond the introductory phase of their medical assisting education and have demonstrated both academic readiness and commitment to the field. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in a postsecondary medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and must have completed at least one academic term within the program. This requirement ensures that applicants have established a foundation in medical assisting coursework and are prepared to benefit from continued educational support.

Applicants must also meet academic and residency requirements. A minimum cumulative grade point average is required to demonstrate academic performance, and applicants must be residents of the United States. Scholarship recipients are typically students who show a clear intent to pursue careers in healthcare support roles, including clinical assisting, patient coordination, and medical office administration.

Funds awarded through the Maxine Williams Scholarship for Medical Assisting may be used to offset education-related expenses such as tuition, fees, textbooks, and required program materials. By supporting students during their training, the scholarship contributes to workforce development in a field that plays a critical role in patient care delivery and healthcare system efficiency.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be enrolled in a medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
• Must have completed at least one quarter or semester of coursework in the program.
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must be a resident of the United States.

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application.
• Academic transcripts demonstrating required grade point average.
• Proof of enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited medical assisting program.
• Personal statement outlining career goals and interest in the medical assisting profession.

Deadline: February

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