Nova Recovery Center

Nova Recovery Center

Academic Scholarship

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Trusted by clients across Texas

4.6 from 434 Google reviews across 9 locations

Across Nova Recovery Center, Briarwood Detox Center and Eudaimonia Recovery Homes

  • ★★★★★

    “Nova is far from perfect, and some of the information can be misleading. But if you want to cover the 12 Steps while enjoying good food and a beautiful scenic view, this is the place for you. The…”

    Wade III

    10 months ago · Wimberley

  • ★★★★★

    “I did 90 days at Nova Recovery 6 years ago. I am still sober today. And living a life I could have never imagined. The people and the program they are running impacted me for a lifetime. Better than…”

    megan minasi

    2 years ago · Wimberley

  • ★★★★★

    “I went to Nova almost 9 months ago and I wouldn’t change it for the world. The staff when I first entered were very nice and welcoming. As a 19 year old that didn’t know what I was getting myself…”

    Brianna Velaney

    2 years ago · Austin

  • ★★★★★

    “Nova Recovery Center has been an invaluable part of my journey to sobriety. The intensive inpatient program, coupled with the unwavering support and guidance from my recovery specialist, Mark Rector…”

    Jake Smolt

    2 years ago · Austin

  • ★★★★★

    “I had such a positive experience at Nova Recovery in Wimberley! The staff genuinely cares and went above and beyond to support me every step of the way. The peaceful setting made it easier to focus…”

    Jeffrey Villasis

    a year ago · Wimberley

  • ★★★★★

    “I love Nova so freaking much. Nova has saved my life in more ways than one. I was hopeless and had no solution suffering from this disease. The staff there never gave up on me. I was the worst client…”

    Sierra Watts

    2 years ago · Austin

  • ★★★★★

    “I know Mark rector is non-binary however it saved my life and it did a good job with CPR and I don't know how aside from staying sober I could ever repay it thank you Mr or Mrs or whatever you're…”

    Logan S

    8 months ago · Austin

  • ★★★★★

    “It's been a few years since I was a patient at Nova Recovery Center. Recently I have been reflecting on my time there and how incredibly grateful I am for the experience I had. I have been to 7 rehab…”

    Jeff Lochridge

    2 years ago · Austin

For students pursuing an education in addiction treatment

Nova Recovery Center funds an bi-annual Academic Scholarship for Mental Health Students for college students because we believe in the importance of investing in the lives of people who are trying to get sober as well as those providing high-quality care, medical detox, inpatient treatment, and sober living.

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About the Academic Scholarship for Mental Health Students

The Nova Recovery Center Academic Scholarship is an educational scholarship designed to support students who are pursuing an education in the addiction treatment and behavioral health industries.

An Academic Scholarship for Mental Health Students will award $1,000 to two recipients. Moreover, applicants must submit an essay responding to this prompt:
“What are the most important issues faced in the addiction treatment industry today?”

Qualifying essays must be written in first-person and be between 500 and 1,500 words. Essays should be submitted via Word document to scholarship@novarecoverycenter.com by 04/01/2019 or 10/01/2019 to be considered.

Free, confidential, and there is no obligation. Most major insurance accepted.

Who is Eligible for the Nova Recovery Center Academic Scholarship?

To qualify, students must be currently enrolled or accepted to enroll in a U.S. college academic program that focuses on mental health and/or substance use disorders.

How We Select a Scholarship Winner

Essay submissions will be reviewed by a panel of staff members at Nova Recovery Center after the deadlines below. The scholarship winner will be notified by email with additional details on how to accept the award.

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Scholarship amount $1,000 twice a year
Deadline 10/01/2025 and 04/01/2026
Essay prompt  
Eligibility requirements Students currently enrolled or accepted to enroll in a  U.S. college academic program focused on mental health and/or substance use disorders
Submission requirements 500-1,500 word essay submitted via Word document to scholarship@novarecoverycenter.com
Award process A panel of Nova Recovery Center staff members will review all essay entries after the deadline. The scholarship winner will be notified by email with additional details on how to accept the award.
Reoccurs Bi-Annually

For more information about the Nova Recovery Center Scholarship or additional application information, please contact us at (512) 605-2955 or scholarship@novarecoverycenter.com.

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  • Gender-specific treatment
  • Evidenced-based treatment
  • 12-Step immersion
  • 90-day residential treatment
  • Family program
  • Full continuum of care
  • Insurance and private pay

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Nova Recovery Center is dedicated to helping you or your loved one get help. Please call or fill out this form for a confidential consultation.

One of our understanding, dedicated advisors will contact you about your options. Begin healing today.

Nova Recovery Center is dedicated to helping you or your loved one get help. Please call or fill out this form for a confidential consultation. One of our understanding, dedicated advisors will contact you about your options. Begin healing today.

Nova Recovery Center is committed to making addiction treatment accessible to everyone who needs it. Beyond our scholarship program, we offer comprehensive resources to help you understand your options and start recovery.

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Getting Started

If you’re ready to explore treatment options and discuss scholarship opportunities, our admissions team is here to help. Call us at (512) 605-2955 to speak confidentially about your situation and learn how we can support your path to recovery.

You can also visit our contact page to reach out online or learn more about Nova Recovery Center’s mission and approach to compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Nova Academic Scholarship

Who can apply?

Students currently enrolled in, or accepted to, a US college program focused on mental health and/or substance abuse. It is an academic scholarship for people training to work in this field, not financial assistance toward treatment. If you are looking for help paying for treatment, our financing options page is the right place.

What is the award?

The scholarship awards $1,000 each to two recipients, twice a year.

What does the essay need to be?

A first-person essay of between 500 and 1,500 words responding to the prompt set out on this page, submitted as a Word document to the scholarship address given above.

How is the winner chosen?

Submissions are reviewed by a panel of Nova Recovery Center staff after each deadline, and the winner is notified directly. The deadlines are listed on this page.

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