Patricia T. Barnes Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Established by her son, James T. Barnes, this scholarship honors the memory of Patricia T. Barnes.
Designed to benefit students specializing in Alzheimer or dementia. The Patricia T. Barnes Memorial Endowed Scholarship will provide awards to full or part-time graduate students in the College of Nursing who are engaged in studies or practice related to gerontology, older adult, or aging populations.
•Applicant must be a full or part-time graduate student in the College of Nursing.
•Applicant must be engaged in studies or practice related to gerontology, older adult, or aging populations.
•Preference will be given to the following:
• Graduate Students currently working in or planning to work with patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
• Students who demonstrate financial need as determined by FASFA

Award
Varies
College/Department
College of Nursing
Deadline
04/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Do you plan to specialize in Alzheimer's or Dementia?
  2. Please provide a brief essay (one page, double-spaced, 12-point font) outlining career and educational goals as well as an interest in dementia or working with older adults.