The Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) is a 501c charity organization whose mission is to provide lifesaving blood products to 225 hospitals in Oklahoma, Northwest Texas, and Central Arkansas. OBI is offering scholarships to high school graduates wishing to pursue a career in phlebotomy or medical assistant/phlebotomy.
The scholarship may be used at any accredited college or technical school where phlebotomy courses are offered. Funds must be used for payment of tuition, books, fees, and education supplies.
Employees and immediate family members of OBI are not eligible for this scholarship.
Requirements for Eligibility
Candidates must:
- Be a United States Citizen
- Resident of Oklahoma, Texas, or Arkansas
- Must attend a school in Oklahoma, Texas, or Arkansas
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- If currently enrolled, must have a GPA > 2.5
Application Instructions
The application must include each of the following:
- Completed application
- Provide three references
- One-page personal statement describing why OBI should choose you as a scholarship recipient
- 1) Have been involved in organizing a blood drive 2) Be an active multiple donation blood donor, or 3) Provide contact information for 2 potential blood donor groups
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Applications are confidential and become the property of the Oklahoma Blood Institute.
NOTE: Applications must be submitted no later than October 23, 2023 , for the 2023 Spring Semester.
Your interest in the Oklahoma Blood Institute Scholarship and a future career as a phlebotomist is appreciated, and we look forward to reviewing your application.