Garza & Becan-McBride Phlebotomy Student Scholarship

Supported by the ASCP Foundation

The Garza & Becan-McBride Phlebotomy Student Scholarship provides financial aid to students pursuing a career in phlebotomy.

Originating in an endowed fund from lifelong laboratory educators and ASCP members Kathleen Becan-McBride, EdD, MASCP, MLS(ASCP)CM and Diana “Didi” Garza, EdD, MLS(ASCP)CM, this scholarship was established in 2019 through the ASCP Foundation.

Each year, one $2,000 scholarship is awarded. Scholarship aid may be used toward certification fees, direct academic tuition, or needs-based expenses to support the student's academic career.

2026 Application Coming Soon!

Application Timeline

Application Open: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026 to Sunday, May 31st, 2026 (11:59PM CST)

Recipients Notified via Email: by Monday, August 3rd, 2026

Scholarships Distributed: by Monday, August 31st, 2026

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

  • Have an active ASCP membership.
  • Have successfully completed at least 50% of their phlebotomy training by September 1st, 2026 through one of the following program types:
    • A NAACLS approved phlebotomy training program.
    • A phlebotomy program approved by the California Department of Public Health.
    • A structured training program that meets the ASCP BOC structured training.
  • Be in good academic standing and/or show commitment to staying in the laboratory profession, as vouched for by academic or professional reference letters.
  • Provide testimonials, video clips, and/or photos for ASCP Foundation use, as requested.

Application Components

Within the application platform, you are able to save and return to your application.

The scholarship application is composed of the following:

  1. Contact information
  2. Demographic information
  3. Candidate information
  4. Education information
  5. Employer information (if applicable)
  6. Resume/CV
  7. Personal Statement prompts
    • Please describe your motivation for entering the field of phlebotomy. (250 words or less)
    • What do you consider to be the importance of being a phlebotomist? (250 words or less)
    • Please describe how this scholarship would aid in your professional development and long-term career goals. (250 words or less)
  8. Recommendation letter from a current academic or professional supervisor
  9. Transcript from current program enrollment
  10. Banking information (W9 form upload and ACH transfer information)
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