Simply Health Scholars Program to Receive Donation for Student Scholarships

Panama City, FL—The Gulf Coast State College Simply Health Scholars Program has received $100,000 in additional funds for its next scholarship cycle.

On Thursday, April 11, 2024, Simply Healthcare presented a check to the Gulf Coast State College Foundation. This will mark the fourth time that Simply Healthcare has funded the scholarship, contributing a total of $350,000.

“We are honored to celebrate an initiative that epitomizes our mutual dedication to education and the betterment of healthcare access in Florida's rural communities. Simply is a Florida managed health care plan that currently serves approximately 700,000 Medicaid members in Florida,” says Corray Boughton of Simply Healthcare.”

“Our goal is to provide health care and related services that are comprehensive, integrated and patient centered. And we are proud of the work we do. That’s why We're thrilled to announce our latest grant of $100,000 to the Gulf Coast State College Foundation. This financial aid is specifically designed for nursing students who pledge to serve Florida's rural counties for two years post-graduation. This endeavor symbolizes our trust in the students of Gulf Coast State College as future champions of healthcare.”

“We firmly believe they are set to shape the future of rural healthcare in Florida. As we stand with you, we're eagerly looking forward to the impact these scholarships will make.”

These scholarship funds will fully cover tuition and associated costs for select nursing students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in the Fall 2024 semester. Students who reside in Bay, Calhoun, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Franklin, or Washington counties are encouraged to apply now.

For more information about the Simply Health Scholars Program and the Gulf Coast BSN program, please visit gulfcoast.edu/bsn or contact Dr. John Griggs at [email protected] or (850) 769-1551, ext. 3262.