About Louisville Century Scholars
The Louisville Century Scholars (LCS) program was designed to foster a college-going culture among, and clear pathway for, local high school students, oftentimes first-generation to college. In 2021, Bellarmine University (BU) developed this multifaceted initiative targeting high-achieving students throughout select high schools in Jefferson County. The scholarship program reflects BU’s commitment to access and affordability, creating talent pipelines to address the need for an educated, diverse and inclusive workforce while driving upper social and economic mobility in the community.
The selection process involves a holistic application review and supplemental interview if chosen based on application criteria. Students selected for the LCS program will receive a scholarship that covers the full cost of tuition, books, fees and on-campus room and board after federal, state and institutional aid is applied. They will also be expected to maintain certain requirements while enrolled at Bellarmine to maintain program eligibility. LCS students will have access to additional program benefits, such as a student mentor, designated program liaison, and opportunities for networking and professional development.
Application Eligibility
Bellarmine has created a program to develop a pathway to Bellarmine for high-achieving college-bound students who attend eight local high schools: Butler Traditional High School, Central High School, Doss High School, Iroquois High School, Seneca High School, The Academy at Shawnee, Waggener High School, Western High School. This award is available for a maximum of 8 semesters of full-time enrollment if a student maintains the scholarship program requirements. To be considered, you are strongly encouraged to submit both your application to Bellarmine and the separate scholarship application by our priority deadline of November 1. For more information, contact Joshua O.D. Williams at 502.272.8136 or jwilliams4@bellarmine.edu.
Meet the Current LCS Students
Name: Amari
Major: Nursing
High school: Butler
Fun fact: Cheerleader
“The scholarship has allowed me to focus more on the education aspect of college. I do not have to stress about paying for college.”
Name: Dayessi
Major: Nursing
High school: Central
Fun fact: Has two pet rabbits (Simba and Nala)
“The Louisville Century scholarship has only pushed me further towards my goal of becoming a Nurse Practitioner later on and has made a big difference in my education. ”
Name: Madison (Maddie)
Major: Psychology
High school: Seneca
Fun fact: Has two pet snakes
“The Louisville Century Scholars Scholarship has allowed me to pursue an education at Bellarmine that I would not be able to afford otherwise. With this scholarship I was able to find what I was passionate about and I am so grateful for the opportunity this has provided.”
Name: Olivia
Major: Elementary Education - Learning and Behavioral Disorders
High school: Butler Traditional
Fun fact: Cheerleader
“This scholarship has made the transition to college go so much smoother. I have the opportunity to live on campus and get a full college experience without financial worry. I have enjoyed my time here at Bellarmine so far and can't wait to see what the next three years hold for me. Go, Knights!”
Name: Rut
Major: Nursing
High School: Central
Fun Fact: Bilingual
“The Louisville Century Scholarship has help me the first generation of my family to attend college. It has contributed to a huge part of who I will become thanks to having the opportunity to attend college for free and concentrate myself enterally to my studies.”
Name: Sheyian
Major (Minor): Business Administration (Art)
High school: Seneca
Fun fact: Loves to travel, experience different cultures and discover new things (goal is to travel the world)
“Since I have started attending Bellarmine, I have become more involved than I was in high school. I have joined Black Student Union, African Student Association, Asian and Asian American Student Union, Multicultural Interfaith Alliance, and the Bellarmine Latinx and Hispanic Union. So far, my experience at Bellarmine has been great. I have a lot of resources. If I have questions about anything I can go to one of my many advisors and peer advisors and ask them. Without this scholarship I would probably not have been able to attend Bellarmine, so I’m very grateful for it. I can focus on getting my bachelor’s degree.”
Name: Yoselin
Major: Education (High School Social Studies)
High school: Waggener
Fun fact: Has pet a shark at a beach in Florida
“So far I am loving bellarmine. I find that everyone is so nice and professors want to help you succeed. it is also fun living in the dorms because I have made so many friends and they also help me succeed both personally and academically. I truly love bellarmine and I wouldn't want it any other way.”
All applications and correspondence relevant to admission should be directed to:
Joshua O.D. Williams, Associate Director of Strategic Enrollment Partnerships
502.272.8136
jwilliams4@bellarmine.edu
Program and Department Information
Respiratory Therapy Program Accreditation
The Respiratory Therapy Program (CoARC program number #200281, offering the Bachelor of Health Science degree in Louisville, KY) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) (www.coarc.com).
The Respiratory Therapy Program (CoARC program number #220281 offering the Master of Health Science degree in Louisville, KY) holds Provisional Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).
This status signifies that a program with an Approval of Intent has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the Standards (through submission of an acceptable Provisional Accreditation Self Study Report (PSSR) and any other documentation required by CoARC, as well as satisfactory completion of an initial on-site visit) to be allowed to admit students. It is recognized as an accredited program by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), which provides enrolled students who complete the program with eligibility for the Respiratory Care Credentialing Examination(s). The program will remain on Provisional Accreditation until it achieves Continuing Accreditation.
Respiratory Therapy Department Goals
- To prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs).
- To prepare leaders for the field of respiratory care by including curricular content that includes objectives related to acquisition of skills in one or more of the following: management, education, research, advanced clinical practice (which may include an area of clinical specialization).