CareFirst BlueCross Blueshield Scholarship
About CareFirst
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is a not-for-profit healthcare company committed to improving health by addressing the factors that shape it—from access to care to education and economic opportunity. We believe healthier communities grow when people have clear pathways to learning, stability, and meaningful careers, supported by trusted local institutions.
Our partnership with Coppin State University brings that belief to life. As a Historically Black College and University and a long-standing anchor in West Baltimore, Coppin State plays a critical role in advancing equity through education, workforce development, and community-based care. By supporting students, strengthening healthcare pathways, and investing in an institution deeply rooted in community, we are working together to expand opportunity and create lasting impact across Maryland.
Learn more about how CareFirst is driving impact in our Annual Impact Report, which highlights our investments in education, workforce development and community health across the region: https://individual.carefirst.com/carefirst-resources/pdf/CareFirst-2025-Impact-Report.pdf
Who Is Eligible?
CHP students must be admitted to their major and meet the GPA requirement. This opportunity is available to U.S. and international students. (Non-degree or certificate-seeking students are excluded). Transfer students from institutions with a CSU articulation agreement are also eligible. Awarding is for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Eligible student groups:
- Undergraduate Nursing Majors (GPA: 3.0+)
- Undergraduate Health Sciences Majors (GPA: 3.0+)
- Undergraduate and Graduate Health Information Management Majors (GPA: 3.0+)
- Doctoral Nursing Majors BSN to DNP (GPA: 3.25+), Post masters DNP (GPA: 3.0+)
Please note: Students whose tuition is fully covered through grant aid or third-party scholarships are not eligible to receive this award.
Application Timeline
| Level | Application Opens | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | April 1, 2026 | June 30, 2026 |
| Graduate | May 1, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
Application Access
The online application is available through the Coppin Academic Works scholarship portal. Visit: https://coppin.academicworks.com/.
Log in using your Coppin State University credentials to apply.
Please note that there are four different scholarships. Be sure to select the one relevant to your major.
A mandatory 250–300 word essay is required as part of the application process.
Renewal
Recipients must maintain good academic standing to be considered for scholarship renewal and meet all program participation requirements.
Community Service
Participants will obtain a minimum of 20 service hours per semester of the academic year as a part of their participation in the program.
Community Service hours will be through CareFirst and Coppin State University, service is not optional.
