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Looking for a comprehensive and rewarding career in healthcare? The occupational therapy assistant program is the perfect choice for students who want to make a difference in the lives of others. Our program provides hands-on training and practical experience, preparing you to become a skilled and compassionate healthcare professional. With a focus on promoting independence and improving quality of life, you'll gain the knowledge and skills to work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Join us to learn more about the occupational therapy assistant program and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in healthcare!
There are many options to help you fund your education, including the OTA specific scholarships listed below. Many scholarships require completion of the FAFSA. For help and/or information on other scholarships you may qualify for, visit Financial Aid & Scholarships or email the financial aid office or call 410-334-2905.
Dr. Karie and Jeff Solembrino created the Donald L. Williard Jr. Annual Scholarship for non-traditional students enrolled in a credit program taking six or more credits in a health professions program. The scholarship funds can be used for tuition, fees, books and cost of attendance. Preference is given to students who are parents. Apply through Wor-Wic’s Scholarship Portal.
The L. Franklin and Gertrude H. Purnell Foundation provides $4,000 in scholarship funds each year through the Wor-Wic Community College Foundation for tuition, fees, books and cost of attendance for Wor-Wic students who are enrolled in a credit or non-credit healthcare program. Applicants must be residents of Worcester County with plans to practice on the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland. Preference is given to students taking 12 or more credits or who have completed one or more non-credit classes. Selection is based on scholastic achievement with preference given to students with the greatest financial need. Apply through Wor-Wic’s Scholarship Portal.
Kathleen and Michael Abercrombie Jr. of Salisbury established an endowed scholarship for students enrolled in Wor-Wic’s health care (emergency medical services, nursing, occupational therapy assistant, physical therapist assistant or radiologic technology) programs. Income from the endowment is used for the annual scholarships. Selection is based on financial need. Apply through Wor-Wic’s Scholarship Portal.
The Society of Forty Men and Eight Horses veterans organization provides $1,000 each year for this scholarship, which pays tribute to veterans of the U.S. armed forces. Eligible recipients must have been honorably discharged from the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force or Coast Guard with a minimum of two years of consecutive, active duty. Selection is based on scholastic achievement, requiring a minimum of 12 credit hours completed at Wor-Wic with a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 being maintained. Preference is given to a student pursuing an allied health degree program. Community involvement is a consideration for eligibility. Apply through Wor-Wic’s Scholarship Portal.
The Pocomoke City Area Health Care Scholarship Inc. established an endowed scholarship fund at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore for students enrolled in Wor-Wic’s health care programs. Selection is based on financial need and scholastic achievement. Recipients must have at least 15 credit hours toward the completion of the program, and they must maintain a 3.0 grade point average. First preference is given to residents of Worcester, Somerset or Accomack County, with second priority to residents of Wicomico County. They must agree to work in one of the four counties on the Lower Eastern Shore for one year after their graduation. The scholarship funds are provided for a maximum of two years for full-time students and three years for part-time students. Apply through Wor-Wic’s Scholarship Portal.
The Wicomico Medical Society established an endowed scholarship at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore for students enrolled in a health related profession with an overall GPA of 2.5 or greater. Priority is given to students in health care professions for which there is a local shortage or demand for services. Selection is based on financial need. Apply through Wor-Wic’s Scholarship Portal.
Wor-Wic Community College and/or the Health Profession Division reserves the right to revise requirements for admission into the Health Profession programs, the selection criteria and procedures, and the required courses for programs of study as deemed necessary without prior notification.
