The Sheryl A. Horak Memorial Scholarship is a scholarship program that is awarded annually to a high school senior who plans to pursue a degree in nursing. The scholarship was established in memory of Sheryl A. Horak, a registered nurse who passed away from breast cancer in 2007. The scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible students who are committed to pursuing a career in nursing. The program awards up to $2,000 per year to eligible students who meet the program’s requirements.
Interested students can apply for the scholarship by submitting an application through the Sheryl A. Horak Memorial Scholarship website. The application typically opens in January and closes in April. Selection is based on academic achievement, community involvement, leadership potential, and financial need.