How to Apply

Please submit the following information to be considered for this opportunity:

  • A cover letter which includes the following:
    • A brief statement detailing the reason for your unemployment
    • Your high school GPA (and college GPA if you attended college)
    • Any student grants you may have utilized, what they were for, how much they were for, and when were they used
    • A list of 3 PROFESSIONAL references, including a reference from your most recent place of employment. Please include the names of the reference, company, and phone number.
  • Complete resumé with all contact information, including home and cell phone numbers and email. Also provide your education and work history for the past five years.
  • A brief essay (no more than 500 words) why you believe that you would be a good choice for this program and why you want to be a nurse.

Submit all the information listed above (make sure your name is on everything) and send it via email or fax to:


(630) 323-6653

Due to overwhelming response, the deadline for applications is now…

Sunday, October 11th, 2009

All resumés received will be reviewed and considered, and select candidates will get an in-person interview. You will be contacted by one of the Pay It Forward committee members. Those interviewed are not guaranteed placement in the program. Candidates chosen to participate in the program will be notified by phone.