OCAC(FL) MHS Healthcare Scholarship Application 2026

MONICA D. HARRIS-SPIRES HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM ($1,000)

The Monica D. Harris-Spires Scholarship honors the legacy of a dedicated advocate for health and wellness in the Black community. Monica D. Harris-Spires, a beloved member of our chapter, was deeply committed to promoting physical and mental health, spearheading initiatives that made a lasting impact. This scholarship, established in her memory, supports aspiring healthcare professionals who share her passion for improving lives through compassionate care.

Eligibility Requirements:
- Student accepted and currently enrolled into a healthcare major/field.
- 2.75 GPA or higher
- Graduate of an Orange or Osceola county High School or currently resides in Orange or Osceola County.
- Essay Topic:Healthcare is a field that requires dedication, compassion, and a commitment to improving the lives of others. What inspired you to pursue a career in healthcare? How do you envision making a difference in the healthcare field and how will receiving this scholarship help you achieve your goals in healthcare?
Scholarship applications and supporting documentation must be received by March 15, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. EST.

For questions regarding the scholarship application, please email: scholarship.ocac@gmail.com

This scholarship will be awarded to an African American/Black Student.
Please complete the scholarship application below. Once complete, please click the Submit button that is found on the last page of the scholarship application.
Personal Information
Student Name*
Email*
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Home Address*
Telephone*
High School Graduated from*
Currently Attending College at*
College G.P.A.*
Major*
Education and Extracurricular Activities
List your extracurricular school activities and/or leadership positions held (include duration), most recent first:*
List church/volunteer/community service and/or leadership positions held (include duration), most recent first:*

Supporting Documentation
Please provide an essay not to exceed 250 words answering the following topic: Healthcare is a field that requires dedication, compassion, and a commitment to improving the lives of others. What inspired you to pursue a career in healthcare? How do you envision making a difference in the healthcare field, and how will receiving this scholarship help you achieve your goals in healthcare?*

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Letter of Recommendation from an academic advisor or college professor. Must be signed and dated.*

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Official college transcript with school seal.*

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Application Verification
THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT THIS APPLICATION IS MARCH 15, 2026, BY 11:59 P.M. EST. ALL ITEMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS DEADLINE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NEEDED FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION SUBMISSION:

Typed application with all signatures submitted online via Jotform.Typed essay about pursuing a career in healthcare.Letter of recommendation from an academic advisor or college professor. Must be signed and dated.Official college transcript with school seal.
I certify that as a scholarship applicant I am of Black or African American descent and that the information supplied by me on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Student’s Signature*
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Note: Immediate family member(s) of Orange County (FL) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are not eligible to apply for this scholarship
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MONICA D. HARRIS-SPIRES HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM ($1,000)

Please complete the scholarship application below. Once complete, please click the Submit button that is found on the last page of the scholarship application.

Personal Information

Education and Extracurricular Activities

Supporting Documentation

Application Verification

THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT THIS APPLICATION IS MARCH 15, 2026, BY 11:59 P.M. EST. ALL ITEMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS DEADLINE.

I certify that as a scholarship applicant I am of Black or African American descent and that the information supplied by me on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.