Health Information Technology Textbook Scholarship

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The Health Information Technology Textbook Scholarship provides financial assistance for required textbooks and educational materials to eligible students enrolled in Seminole State College's Health Information Technology A.S. degree or Medical Information Coder/Biller Certificate program.

Funding is provided through a grant from the AHIMA Foundation. Scholarship recipients are selected through a competitive application process and must meet all eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions outlined in the application.

Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Questions?

For any questions about the scholarship, contact Dr. Nicole Copemann.

Student Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must:

Be currently enrolled at Seminole State College of Florida.
Be enrolled in either the Health Information Technology A.S. degree program or Medical Information Coder/Biller Certificate program.
Be in the second semester of their program at the time of application.
Plan to enroll in HIM 2940 Practicum Experience I during the Spring 2027 semester.
Complete and submit this application by the published deadline.
Remain in good academic standing and student conduct standing with Seminole State College.

Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee receipt of a scholarship award.

Spring 2027 Textbook Scholarship Application and Student Agreement

Applicant Information

First Name:

Last Name:

Seminole State College Student ID Number:

SSC Email Address:

Phone Number:

Program Information

Select your program:

Health Information Technology Associate in Science Degree Program

Medical Information Coder/Biller Certificate Program

Are you in your Second Semester of your current degree/certificate program?

Yes - I'm in my second semester.

No - I'm not in my second semester.

Enter your current semester:

Please note: To be eligible for consideration, applicants must be in the second semester of their program at the time of application.

Are you planning to enroll in HIM 2940 Practicum Experience I during the Spring 2027 semester?

Yes

Please note: Applicants must answer "Yes" to both questions to be considered eligible.

Short Response Questions

1. Describe your educational and career goals in Health Information Management, Health Information Technology, or Medical Coding.

2. Explain how receiving textbook scholarship assistance would support your academic success:

3. Describe any financial, personal, or academic challenges you have overcome while pursuing your education:

Applicant Certification

I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I have read, understand, and agree to the Health Information Technology Textbook Scholarship Terms and Conditions outlined above. I understand that acceptance of scholarship funds constitutes acceptance of all requirements and obligations associated with this award.

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Health Information Technology Textbook Scholarship

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Student Eligibility Requirements

Spring 2027 Textbook Scholarship Application and Student Agreement

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