Banyan Next Generation Healers Scholarship

At Banyan Treatment Centers, our mission has always been to deliver compassionate, comprehensive care to those in need. We recognize the critical role healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, therapists, psychologists, counselors, and social workers, play in guiding individuals through recovery and fostering overall wellness. To support the next generation of these vital professionals, we are proud to offer a $1,000 scholarship specifically tailored for working students.

This scholarship is open to students who are currently working while pursuing their degree in healthcare fields such as nursing, psychology, social work, counseling, or any related profession. Whether you’re studying full-time or part-time, if you’re juggling a job while aiming to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to support your efforts.

How to Apply: we want to hear your story and understand how your education and career goals align with the mission of Banyan Treatment Centers. In your application, please answer the following in an essay format.
1. Innovation & the Future of Care
What is one change, innovation, or improvement you hope to contribute to the healthcare or mental health field in the next decade, and why is it important to you?
2. Community Impact & Responsibility
Describe a moment when you recognized a gap or need in your community’s access to health, addiction, or mental health resources. How did that realization influence your desire to pursue this field?
3. Ethical Leadership & Integrity
Healthcare often requires difficult decisions. What personal principles or ethical standards do you rely on to guide your actions, and how will they shape your role as a future professional?
4. Cultural Awareness & Inclusivity
How will you help create more inclusive, culturally informed, and stigma-free environments for individuals seeking care, especially those from underserved or marginalized communities?
5. Motivation & Long-Term Vision
Looking ahead 10 years, what kind of healthcare professional do you hope to become, and how will your journey, and this scholarship, support that long-term vision?

Eligibility Criteria: to apply for the Banyan Treatment Centers Scholarship for Working Students, you must…
-Be currently enrolled in a degree program in nursing, social work, psychology, healthcare administration, or any related field.
-Be a working student, meaning you are currently employed while pursuing your degree.
-Have a strong commitment to a career in healthcare or wellness.
-Finances must be used toward school