Esther Elliott Martin Scholarship

Eligible: Currently Enrolled Students Only

Background and Purpose

Since 2007, Portage Learning has been awarding several $2,000 scholarships annually to partner schools. The funds are intended to help qualified students with tuition and fees. This scholarship program was established in memory of Esther Elliott Martin as a tribute to her lifelong commitment to education. As a reflection of her Christian faith, she gave her time and resources tirelessly while demonstrating respect and concern for each student.  Partner schools are selected based on a commitment to non-traditional students and applicants. Portage Learning partner schools award scholarships to individuals in their programs who exhibit financial need and are committed to fulfilling their educational goals. The UAMS College of Health Professions was the most recent recipient of the Portage Learning Partner School Scholarship.

Award Amount and Timing

Subject to the availability of funds, the total annual award is $2,000 to the selected student(s). Scholarship award is as follows: $1,000 per semester, fall and spring semester enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Applicant must have completed at least one semester of coursework in a College of Health Professions program.
  2. Minimum cumulative program grade point average of 3.00.
  3. Documented Financial Need – All students applying for scholarships must apply for financial aid.  Students are not required to accept awarded loans, but in order to generate the aid report required that officially documents financial need, a completed FAFSA is required.  Please see the Student Financial Services website for more information.