The Knowledge Program at Baptist Health Louisville

Fund your future through the Knowledge Program

The Knowledge Program at Baptist Health Louisville provides funding for students majoring in:

General information

The program provides:

Up to $5,000 per year for traditional students
Up to $15,000 for accelerated students
First RN degree only
Nursing educational assistance is figured based on tuition
Distributions are made every six months
Current and non-current employees are eligible for assistance
For every $2,500 given in assistance, a six-month commitment of employment as a full-time employee is required upon graduation
Due to IRS rules and regulations, there is a tax liability to the individual when a loan is “forgiven” under this agreement. Loan monies provided to the recipient are taxed through regular payroll processing when they begin work as a Registered Nurse.
This program is based upon availability of funds and is subject to review on a regular basis. This program can be discontinued at any time.

Application criteria

The following criteria must be completed for consideration in the Baptist Health Knowledge Program:

Application deadline: October 12, 2018
Completion of the online application through the career portal
All students must complete all pre-requisites and be accepted into a Bachelors of Science in Nursing program of study to apply
An acceptance letter must be provided unless actively enrolled in upper-division courses
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Official transcript must be submitted
Two letters of reference (one from a classroom or clinical instructor and one from an employer).
Statement of why you are pursuing a healthcare career and why you need assistance
Internal candidates must be in good standing regarding performance and attendance

All required materials should be sent to:

Baptist Health Louisville
Attn: Human Resources Knowledge Program
4000 Kresge Way
Louisville, KY 40207
Fax: 502.897.8825

For additional information, please contact:

Human Resources
Office: 502.897.8822