Fall River Health Services Announces 2026 Scholarships – Now Accepting Applications!
Picture of two females both holding a $1000 Scholarship that is being offered to a 2022 Fall River Health Services graduate who is planning to attending an accredited college, university, or trade school for an occupation in the Healthcare field.
For the seventh year in a row, Fall River Health Services is proud to offer a $1,000 scholarship to a 2026 Fall River County high school graduate pursuing a career in the healthcare field at an accredited college, university, or trade school.
We’re also offering a $1,000 scholarship to the child of an FRHS employee who plans to enter the healthcare profession.
This year marks the inaugural Nora Cox Memorial Scholarship, honoring a true friend of healthcare. Nora, along with her husband Bill, generously donated the land for the Fall River Health Services hospital in 2007 and again in 2012 for the Seven Sisters Living Center. A passionate advocate for nursing, Nora’s legacy lives on through this scholarship, supporting the next generation of caregivers.
It’s important to FRHS that we continue to grow and strengthen the healthcare profession in our community. These scholarships reflect our commitment to local students and families who are dedicated to making a difference in health care.
Applications are now open—please share with eligible students and employee families. Together, we’re building a healthier future.
To Be Eligible, The Following Criteria Must Be Met:
Must be graduating high school senior from a Fall River County High School or home school program.
Must be graduating high school senior from a Fall River County High School or home school program.Must be accepted to attend a post-secondary institution beginning in the fall of 2026. (This may include a Technical Institution)
Must be actively involved with improving community health through volunteerism/employment.
Must submit an essay of 500-1,000 words on the topic: Why am I interested in the healthcare field?
Must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Selection will be based on:
Essay: 30%
GPA: 5%
Financial Need: 10%
Activities Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle: 30%
Volunteerism/Employment in Healthcare Field: 25%
Submit with the application:
Copy of the acceptance letter to school or institution.
Letter of recommendation from community member certifying your interest/activity in healthcare.
Essay
Transcript with GPA
Attached application
Applications must be postmarked by May 4, 2026 and sent to:
Fall River Health Services
Att: Deb Watts
1201 Highway 71 S
Hot Springs, SD 57747
