Purpose

To provide monetary support that aligns with the Maryland Society of Health-System Pharmacy’s Strategic goals, to technicians who are seeking to further themselves academically and professionally, and have an interest in health-system pharmacy practice. These funds are intended to defray the cost related to professional development. All requests related to professional development will be considered.

The Technician Scholarship funds for 2026-2027 are being divided into a Fall award and Spring Award. There are two opportunities to apply: October-November of 2026 and March-April of 2027. 

Eligibility Criteria

MSHP recognizes and encourages all pharmacy technicians to apply for the pharmacy technician scholarship. The applicant shall be an active member of the Maryland Society of Health-System Pharmacy, currently enrolled in a pharmacy technician training program in good academic standing or practicing as a licensed pharmacy technician, and must provide documentation of the request for support, including a specific budget requested.

The MSHP Pharmacy Technician Committee will evaluate all applications that meet the criteria and determine the monetary award based on merit.

Examples of a request for support (not all inclusive):

• To assist with registration fees to attend a professional meeting
• To assist with Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)
• To assist with professional dues
• To assist with a rotation learning experience

Submission

In the form below, please complete the following information:

a. Name and credentials
b. Mailing address
c. Phone number
d. Email address
e. Personal Statement Upload

The submission should include a brief personal statement (maximum 1 page) regarding your request for the technician scholarship. Please explain how the funds will be used to support professional development. Please also include a proposed budget (include itemized details with justification for each item). This information can be uploaded in one document using the file upload field. 

Deadline

The deadline for fall submissions is November 16, 2026. If you have any questions, please email MSHP at mshprx@gmail.com. The application will re-open in March, so if you miss the initial deadline please apply in the Spring!

Process

The MSHP Pharmacy Technician Committee will review all award submissions and notify applicants of the results by December 16, 2026. Payments will be sent via direct deposit or check (depending on your preference).