Adelphi University is proud to announce a transformative new partnership with the Audacia Foundation and 1199 SEIU Training and Employment Funds (TEF) to offer fully funded scholarships to students pursuing careers in vital healthcare and social service fields. More than 100 Adelphi students are expected to benefit from this initiative, with additional scholarships still available for those interested in pursuing careers in nursing, behavioral health and social work.
Expanding Access to Higher Education for Aspiring Professionals
This initiative reflects Adelphi’s commitment to expanding access to higher education while addressing the region’s most pressing workforce needs. By removing financial barriers for aspiring professionals, the University is helping to build a pipeline of skilled, compassionate leaders ready to meet the growing demand for care and support across the state.
“Thanks to this initiative, students who may have previously found these fields financially inaccessible can now pursue high-demand, high-impact careers,” said Donna Haynes, Adelphi’s director of corporate and foundation relations. “We are especially proud to be part of a statewide solution that prioritizes health equity, access and workforce development.”
Adelphi students currently enrolled or planning to enroll in the following programs—and who will complete their studies by May 2027—are eligible for funding:
- Certified Medical Assistant Program in Adelphi’s College of Professional and Continuing Studies
- Master of Social Work (MSW) in Adelphi’s School of Social Work
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor Program in Adelphi’s Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology
- Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Adelphi’s College of Nursing and Public Health
- Nurse Practitioner Program in Adelphi’s College of Nursing and Public Health
Addressing New York’s Pressing Workforce Needs
Students who receive Career Pathways Training (CPT) scholarships commit to working for three years in their new professional roles at healthcare providers in New York State that serve at least 30 percent of Medicaid or uninsured patients. This commitment helps ensure that care reaches communities most in need.
All scholarship payments will be administered through Adelphi, with tuition covered directly rather than reimbursed to students. To receive a scholarship, students are not required to demonstrate financial need.
“These scholarships will not only alleviate the financial burden of tuition and academic materials but also include vital wraparound support services to help ensure student success,” said Haynes.
Students currently enrolled in or considering one of these academic programs are encouraged to learn more about how this scholarship opportunity can support their education and career goals. For more information, please contact Adelphi Office of Admissions at admissions@adelphi.edu or visit adelphi.edu.