Scholarships

We recognize students with demonstrated leadership qualities, academic achievement, need, and an interest and passion for the independent community pharmacy profession.

Scholarships for Pharmacy School Students

Scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 school year are open. Applications are due March 15, 2026. Apply Now.

Note: Students can apply for an Ownership Workshop scholarship at any time.

Learn more about the scholarships we offer: 

Presidential Scholarship

Presidential scholarships are awarded to students with demonstrated leadership qualities, academic achievement, and an interest in independent community pharmacy. The recipient will receive a $5,000 scholarship as well as a complimentary registration to the NCPA Annual Convention in October.  A $300 travel stipend may be provided. 

The NCPA Foundation J.C. and Rheba Cobb Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student with demonstrated leadership qualities, academic achievement, and an interest in independent community pharmacy and government affairs. The recipient will receive a $2,000 scholarship as well as a complimentary registration to the NCPA Annual Convention in October. A $300 travel stipend may be provided. 

The NCPA Foundation Willard B. Simmons Sr. Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student with demonstrated leadership qualities, academic achievement, and an interest in independent community pharmacy and in independent pharmacy management and entrepreneurism. The recipient will receive a $2,000 scholarship as well as a complimentary registration to the NCPA Annual Convention in October. A $300 travel stipend may be provided.

The NCPA Foundation Neil Pruitt Sr. Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student with demonstrated leadership qualities, academic achievement, and an interest in independent community pharmacy and in entrepreneurism. The recipient will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship as well as a complimentary registration to the NCPA Annual Convention in October. A $300 travel stipend may be provided.

Since 1915, Partners in Pharmacy has been offering scholarships to pharmacy students pursuing a career in pharmacy. This scholarship program has touched hundreds of pharmacy students. 

The scholarship recognizes pharmacy students for their exemplary academic performance, community service, and a demonstrated commitment to independent pharmacy. The recipient will receive a $2,000 scholarship as well as a complimentary registration to the NCPA Annual Convention in October. A $300 travel stipend may be provided.

Partners in Pharmacy (PIP) Need Based Scholarship of $10,000 may be awarded. ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE REQUESTED FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY. Please see the application for additional information.

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