MoCLS EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

Purpose: To provide financial assistance to MoCLS members for formal education, research, or continuing education which directly relates to laboratory science. (In order to enhance the profession of clinical laboratory science and under exceptional conditions, non-members or groups may be awarded financial assistance if sponsored by an active or emeritus member of MoCLS.)

Amount of Financial Award: Dependent upon activity and available funds.

Eligibility Requirements:

A. Formal Education Assistance: 1. Acceptance into, or enrolled in, an education program leading to a degree directly related to laboratory science. (i.e., MLT, CLS, MS.Ed., MS, PhD); 2. Prior to graduation: a minimum of one year MoCLS membership for undergraduate candidates; minimum of two years MoCLS membership for advanced degrees.
B. Research and Continuing Education Assistance: 1. Two years MoCLS membership prior to award request.

Application Requirements:

A. Formal Education Assistance: 1. Proof of acceptance, or enrollment , in the education program.; 2. Transcript of previous college courses.; 3. Letters of reference from a program official and another person indicating your scholastic achievement and personal character.; 4. Personal letter indicating your financial need, career goals, and professional and non-professional involvement.; 5. Amount desired.; 6. Proof of MoCLS membership.
B. Research Assistance: 1. Letter stating your research proposal or activity and its benefit to laboratory science.; 2. Letter of recommendation from someone who is familiar with you and your research goal.; 3. Amount desired.; 4. Proof of MoCLS membership.
B. Continuing Education Assistance: 1. Letter specifying the continuing education activity and why it will benefit you and the profession.; 2. Amount desired.; 3. Proof of MoCLS membership.

Deadline for Application:

Send documentation to MoCLS's Scholarship Chairperson