Scholarships
MSHIMA Scholarships Available
To apply for a MSHIMA scholarship, students should submit:
- a typed essay that includes: why they chose a career in HIM and why they should be considered for the scholarship
- proof of AHIMA student membership with MS being listed as the state of residence
- letter of reference from program director or instructor that includes the student’s achievements, student’s GPA (which must be a minimum of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale) and verification that the student plans to maintain enrollment in HIT/HIM-related courses during the next academic year, and
- resume to include education, work/volunteer experience, honors/awards, and organizational memberships.
Include all required documentation in the scholarship application. The MSHIMA Nominating Committee will choose 3 recipients from the submissions, and their names will be announced each year at the MSHIMA Annual Meeting.
The deadline to apply for a MSHIMA Scholarship is Friday, May 8, 2026.
Apply for a MSHIMA Scholarship!