Students accepted to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) for RNs program at Miami-Dade College may apply for the Baptist Health Nurse Scholars Program. Over a period of 4 semesters blended part-time program, participants of this joint program will participate in didactic and clinical experiences within Baptist Health facilities.
This program is only available to current employees of Baptist Health South Florida. If accepted into the Baptist Health Nurse Scholars Programs, you will be provide a full scholarship towards your school’s tuition. The scholarship is paid as a reimbursement to you each semester.
Approximately 30 participants will be accepted during each of the Fall and Spring semesters.
At the completion of the program, eligible graduates may be offered employment at Baptist Health with a work commitment of 4 years.
Program Accreditation
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
Baptist Health South Florida
With more than 1.5 million patient visits every year from the Florida Keys to Palm Beach county, Baptist Health demonstrates a commitment to clinical and service excellence. Patients and their families from around the world travel to South Florida to receive expert care from the Baptist Health team. With approximately 23,000 employees and more than 4,000 physicians in virtually all specialties – many with national and international reputations – Baptist Health is South Florida’s world-class healthcare organization. A culture of quality and dedication is instilled into every member of the Baptist Health family.
Miami-Dade College Benjamin León School of Nursing
The Benjamín León School of Nursing at Miami Dade College is home to an award-winning faculty, cutting-edge technology and a unique focus on hands-on training in state-of-the-art labs. The Benjamín León School of Nursing offers associate and baccalaureate degree programs that build the skills employers demand.
Eligibility Requirements and Application Schedule
Eligibility Prerequisites
- Active RN license
- Florida resident eligible for in-state tuition
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Completion of all prerequisites
- Acceptance letter into nursing program
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Must be a Baptist Health employee:
- No corrective action during the last six months
- Must fully meet the most recent annual evaluation
Application Requirements
Once you have completed all of the prerequisites, you may download an application for the Baptist Health Nurse Scholars Program. A complete application includes the following:
- Completed and signed application forms.
- A letter of full acceptance from your nursing program.
- Most recent, official transcripts. Must be unopened.
- Professional resume
- Essay (one page, typed. Briefly tell us about yourself and “Why you want to pursue this degree?”)
- Three recommendation forms
- Baptist Health employees must have one letter of recommendation completed by their manager.
- Baptist Health employees must have one letter of recommendation completed by their manager.
All completed applications must be submitted electronically to ScholarsDocuments@BaptistHealth.net.
Application Timeline
- Where do applicants go to apply? Application
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When are applications accepted?
Fall: April - June
Spring: October - November -
When are candidate interviews? Fall: June - August
Spring: October - December -
When are candidates matched/notified of acceptance?
Fall: August
Spring: December -
When does the program start? Fall: August
Spring: January