Scholarships
Scholarships
The Glendive Medical Center (GMC) Foundation offers several scholarships each year, with awards announced in July.
2026 Scholarship Winners
The Glendive Medical Center Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards, supporting students who are pursuing careers that will strengthen healthcare and business professions in our communities.
Sobotka Scholarship Recipient
Izaac Sessums has been awarded the
$5,000 Sobotka Scholarship. Originally from Montana and a graduate of the University of Montana,
Sessums is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Physician Assistant
Studies through the University of Washington's MEDEX Northwest Program
in Seattle.
The Sobotka Scholarship was established through the generosity of August and Mary Sobotka, who created the Sobotka Endowment using proceeds from the sale of their ranch to Glendive Medical Center. The endowment provides annual scholarship support to students pursuing careers in healthcare.
Barbara Markham Accounting/Business Scholarship Recipient
Anna Nasset of Regent, North Dakota, has been awarded the
$1,000 Barbara Markham Accounting/Business Scholarship. Nasset is pursuing a degree in Professional Accountancy at the University of Mary.
The Barbara Markham Accounting/Business Scholarship is awarded annually to a student pursuing a degree in accounting or business, helping support future professionals in these important fields
MJB Nursing Scholarship Recipient
Callie Gembala of Bigfork, Montana, has been awarded the
$1,000 MJB Nursing Scholarship. Gembala is pursuing a degree in Health Sciences at Carroll College.
The MJB Nursing Scholarship is awarded each spring to a registered nursing student or a student pursuing a degree in a medical profession, encouraging the next generation of healthcare providers.
"The Glendive Medical Center Foundation is proud to support students who are dedicated to advancing healthcare and serving their communities," said Christina Sager, GMC Foundation Director. "These scholarships help invest in the future workforce and honor the generosity of the donors who made these opportunities possible."
The Glendive Medical Center Foundation congratulates Izaac, Anna, and Callie on their academic achievements and wishes them continued success in their educational and professional journeys.
GMC Foundation Scholarship Application - The application period for our scholarships has now closed.
The Sobotka Scholarship
August and Mary Sobotka generously gifted the proceeds from the sale of their ranch to Glendive Medical Center, creating the Sobotka Endowment. This endowment provides an annul $5,000 total in scholarships to a student pursuing a career in health care. Eligible applicants must be enrolled full-time and in the second half of their overall program.
MJB Nursing Scholarship
Awarded each spring, the MJB Nursing Scholarship provides $1,000 to a registered nursing student or a student pursuing a degree in a medical profession. Applicants must be full-time and in the second half of their program.
Barbara Markham Scholarship
The Barbara Markham Accounting / Business scholarship provides $1,000 each spring to a student pursuing a degree in accounting or business. Eligible candidates must be enrolled full-time and in the second half of their program.
Tena Brown Memorial Scholarship
The Ernestena “Tena” Brown Scholarship, awarded each spring, provides $500 to a student pursing an advanced degree in medical or dental health care. Applicants must be full-time students in the second half of their program.
These scholarships support students pursing careers in the medical field, with the Markham Scholarship also available for those studying business and accounting.
Candidates must be enrolled full-time and in the second half of their program to apply. Please complete and submit the application on or before April 15.
IMPORTANT! Please read the official rules and requirements before applying:
Rules for GMC Foundation Scholarships:
1. All applications, reference letters, and transcripts are due in the Foundation office by 5:00 pm on April 15 of each year. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
2. Students must have a cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. A sealed, official college transcript must be sent to the Foundation office.
3. Students must be registered full-time in an accredited baccalaureate or graduate-level program, and have completed at least half of their program to apply.
4. A 250-word essay stating, "Why I chose my major and how I will contribute to my chose profession upon graduation" must be submitted with the application.
5. Three personal references must be submitted, using the online recommendation form, or sent in sealed envelopes to the Foundation Director. At least one reference must be from an instructor. References from relatives are not acceptable.
6. All completed applications are reviewed by the Scholarship Committee in May. Finalists will be selected and invited for phone or virtual interviews.
7. Selected recipients will be notified in writing and recognized in July. Scholarships are paid directly to the colleges after the start of the new fiscal year (July 1.)
8. Recipients must remain enrolled full time for the entire academic year in which they receive the award. If a student is no longer enrolled, the Foundation Director will notify the college and request return of the scholarship funds.
9. For applicants to the MJB Nursing Scholarship, preference is given to those employed by Glendive Medical Center at the time of application.
GMC Foundation Scholarship Application - The application period for our scholarships has now closed.
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For further details or to submit application materials, please contact:
Glendive Medical Center Foundation 202 Prospect Drive Glendive, MT 59330 406-345-3373 foundation@gmc.org