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As the baby boomer population continues to age and the nursing workforce steadily shrinks, nursing is considered the fastest-growing occupation in the United States. Earning a nursing degree, whether undergraduate or graduate, opens up plentiful in-demand job opportunities in a variety of nursing specialties. Recent nursing school graduates also enjoy some of the highest starting earn potential salaries in comparison to other industries. Although it is clearly an excellent time to earn a nursing degree, many students struggle to afford the immense costs of tuition and fees. Therefore, the following is a list of 25 scholarships specifically for nurses that can significantly lighten the financial load for achieving a highly respected nursing degree.
1. $4,500 Nurse Leadership Scholarship
Deadline: November 30th
Loyola University in New Orleans is celebrating its 33 years as a pioneer for online nursing education by awarding five $4,500 scholarships to students enrolling in the university’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program. Eligible students must have a BSN degree from a CCNE-accredited program, an unrestricted RN license in the United States, a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and three undergraduate credit hours in statistics. In addition to filling out the online scholarship form, applicants need to submit a 200 to 300-word essay describing how an MSN degree will help further their career.
Contact
$4,500 Nurse Leadership Scholarship
6363 St. Charles Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70118
(866) 789-9809
degrees@loyno.edu
2. Adolph Van Pelt Special Fund for Indian Scholarships
Deadline: February 1st
On a yearly basis, the Association on American Indian Affairs offers undergraduates in all majors the Adolph Van Pelt Scholarships in the amount of $1,500 each. The scholarship is awarded to Native American applicants who demonstrate merit and financial need for tuition assistance. For students who are awarded the scholarship, the Association will send $750 directly to the university for the fall semester, but students must provide a copy of the semester’s satisfactory grades before obtaining the second $750.
Contact
Adolph Van Pelt Special Fund for Indian Scholarship
966 Hungerford Drive
Suite 12-B
Rockville, MD
(240) 314-7155
general.aaia@indian-affairs.org
3. Akron General Medical Center Service League Nursing Scholarship
Deadline: March 1st
Funded by the Akron General Medical Center, the Service League Nursing Scholarship was created to provide tuition assistance to Ohio nursing students regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, religion, or disability. Applicants for the scholarship must be accepted by an accredited college of nursing to pursue a BSN degree in Ohio and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Following an in-person interview, scholarships are awarded in April at the Service League Luncheon Meeting.
Contact
Akron General Medical Center Service League Nursing Scholarship
1 Akron General Ave.
Akron, OH 44307
(330) 344-6867
rkovalchik@agmc.org
http://www.akrongeneral.org/agmc_docs/pdfs/slundergrad.pdf
4. Alice Newell Joslyn Medical Fund
Deadline: March 2nd
Each academic year, the BECA Foundation Inc. offers Alice Newell Joslyn Medical Fund scholarships from $500 to $2,000 to Latino students who are entering one of the health care professions by pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in a related health field. Eligible applicants for the award must be attending a high school or university in San Diego County at the time of application, be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.0 or higher, and demonstrate financial need.
Contact
Alice Newell Joslyn Medical Fund
830 East Grand Ave.
P.O. Box 936
Escondido, CA 92033
(760) 741-8246
webmaster@becafoundation.org
5. American Cancer Society’s Doctoral Degree Scholarships in Cancer Nursing
Deadline: October 15th
Established by the American Cancer Society, the Doctoral Scholarship in Cancer Nursing is designed for graduate students who are actively pursuing a doctoral degree in the field of cancer research, nursing education, health care administration, or clinical nursing practice. In order to receive the two-year $15,000 scholarship, eligible applicants must have a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and demonstrate satisfactory acceptance into a doctoral program to begin a career as a nursing scientist.
Contact
American Cancer Society’s Doctoral Degree Scholarships in Cancer Nursing
250 Williams St. NW
Department 250
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 329-7558
grants@cancer.org
6. Appalachian District Nurses Association Scholarship
Deadline: May 1st
From an endowment from the Appalachian District Nurses Association, the South Carolina Nurses Foundation (SCNF) awards an annual scholarship to nursing students who are pursuing an associate’s, bachelor’s, or advanced degree in the field. Eligible students for the scholarship must be attending an accredited college or university in one of the four Appalachia District counties, which are Greenville, Anderson, Pickens, and Oconee.
Contact
Appalachian District Nurses Association Scholarship
1821 Gadsden Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 251-7869
nursesfoundation.sc@gmail.com
7. Bethesda Lutheran Communities Scholarship for College Students
Deadline: May 1st
The Bethesda Lutheran Communities Scholarship is offered to college students and seminarians who are preparing for careers that will positively enhance the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Every year, the committee of Bethesda Religious Life awards up to two $3,000 scholarships to active members of the Lutheran congregation who are freshmen, sophomores, or juniors pursuing undergraduate degree programs in a health-related major at an accredited university.
Contact
Bethesda Lutheran Communities Scholarship for College Students
600 Hoffmann Dr.
Watertown, WI 53094
(920) 206-4410
pam.bergen@mailblc.org
http://bethesdalutherancommunities.org/scholarships
8. Betty Crim Endowed Nursing Scholarship
Deadline: Varies
In honor of Betty Crim, a former respected nursing faculty member, the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing provides two or more $1,500 scholarships to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Eligible students must have completed their first clinical nursing course, meet the scholastic standards of the School, and demonstrate financial need. In addition to completing the scholarship application, students will need to file a copy of their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
Contact
Betty Crim Endowed Nursing Scholarship
S235 Sinclair School of Nursing
Columbia, MO 65211
(573) 882-0277
nursing@missouri.edu
http://nursing.missouri.edu/paying-for-education/scholarships/scholarships/crim.php
9. Colon Furr Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Deadline: September 25th
Annually, the American Legion Department of North Carolina offers the Colon Furr Memorial Nursing Scholarship in honor of the late Commander Colon Furr. The $600 award is available to any North Carolina residents who are enrolled in a one-year Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program, a two-year Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program, or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program to become a Registered Nurse in the state. All scholarship applicants must be sponsored by a local North Carolina American Legion Post to be considered.
Contact
Colon Furr Memorial Nursing Scholarship
4 North Blount Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
(919) 832-7506
nclegion@nc.rr.com
10. Dermatology Nurses’ Association New Nurse Educational Scholarship
Deadline: August 31st
The Dermatology Nurses’ Association (DNA) offers the New Nurse Education Scholarship to encourage members of the Association to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN). Candidates for the $2,000 scholarships must be an active DNA associate member, be active in community service projects, and be accepted into an accredited nursing program leading to certification. Recipients of the scholarship are required to write an article for Focus, the Association’s bi-monthly newsletter, within one year of receiving the reward.
Contact
Dermatology Nurses’ Association New Nurse Educational Scholarship
15000 Commerce Pkwy. Suite C
Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
(800) 454-4362
dna@dnanurse.org
11. Dorothy Willits Hallowell Nursing Scholarship
Deadline: August 1st
The Anna T. Jeanes Foundation offers the Dorothy Willits Hallowell Nursing Scholarship to high school seniors who are interested in pursuing a profession in nursing and have been accepted into an institution that houses an accredited professional nursing program. All applicants must be residents of the Delaware Valley, a Quaker enrolled in a Society of the Friend’s high school, and have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipients of the scholarship will be awarded $1,250 per semester for the first two years and $5,000 per semester for the next two years of undergraduate study.
Contact
Dorothy Willits Hallowell Nursing Scholarship
7600 Central Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 728-3302
scholarship@atjf.org
12. Dr. Lauranne Sams Scholarship
Deadline: April 15th
The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) provides the annual Dr. Lauranne Sams Scholarship for nurses and allied health professionals enrolled in continuing education coursework to further their achievement. Applicants must be a member of the NBNA, actively involved in the African American community, and currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain a BSN, AD, LPN/LVN, or Diploma. The award is granted to student nurses based on good scholastic standing, community service, letters of recommendation, and financial need.
Contact
Dr. Lauranne Sams Scholarship
8630 Fenton St. Suite 330
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 589-3200
elazenby@nbna.org
13. Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory Disease Nursing Scholarship Fund
Deadline: May 15th
The Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory Disease Nursing Scholarship Fund was created by the American Legion to assist registered nurses with advancing their education to fulfill leadership roles in supervision, administration, or teaching. Upon completion of the degree, students must have prospects for employment in full-time positions in lung and respiratory care within a hospital, clinic, or medical health department. Applicants for the $5,000 scholarship must have a current valid RN license and be enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited nursing program.
Contact
Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory Disease Nursing Scholarship Fund
700 N. Pennsylvania St.
P.O. Box 1055
Indianapolis, IN 46206
(317) 630-1200
scholarships@legion.org
14. Ellen Burge Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Scholarship
Deadline: Varies
Dr. Fletcher Burge and his wife Gloria have established this scholarship fund at the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing in memory of their late daughter, Ellen. In order to honor her unwavering commitment to the care of critically premature babies, the scholarship is awarded to students beginning a senior year nursing practicum within a neonatal intensive care unit at the University of Missouri Health Care Center. Since all full-time students enrolled in the Sinclair School of Nursing are potential candidates, there is no need to apply for the individual scholarship.
Contact
Ellen Burge Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Scholarship
S235 Sinclair School of Nursing
Columbia, MO 65211
(573) 882-0277
nursing@missouri.edu
15. Henry Dunant Scholarship for Male Nursing Students
Deadline: August 1st
Funded by the Henry Dunant Scholarship Committee, this private scholarship was established to help undergraduate nursing students who are currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program in the United States and need financial assistance. As its name suggest, the scholarship is awarded specifically to male students of any ethnicity who have good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Applicants are required to provide proof of acceptance in a nationally recognized nursing program and submit a one to two-page essay on the history of men in nursing, including the Nobel Peace Prize winner Henry Dunant.
Contact
Henry Dunant Scholarship for Male Nursing Students
15 Roxbury Dr.
Littleton, MA 01460
(978) 413-4457
m.cabotrn@gmail.com
16. Melissa Anne Centrella Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: June 4th
The MAC Scholarship Foundation awards nine annual scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,000, each in honor of Melissa Anne Centrella, a Nutley High School graduate who lost her 20-year fight against Dystonia in June of 2002. Since medicine was so important to her everyday life, the scholarship is granted to New Jersey undergraduate students who are pursuing a career in Nursing, Health Sciences, or Medicine. Eligible applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, be currently enrolled or accepted into a health care program in the state, and complete all the required essays and interviews to receive the award.
Contact
Melissa Anne Centrella Scholarship Foundation
176 Palisade Ave.
Jersey City, NJ 07306
melspells@aol.com
17. National Black Nurses’ Association Board of Directors Inc. Scholarship
Deadline: April 15th
The National Black Nurses Association Inc. (NBNA) provides the annual Board of Directors Scholarship for nurses and allied health professionals enrolled in continuing education coursework to further their achievement. Applicants must be a member of the NBNA, actively involved in the African American community, and currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain a BSN, AD, LPN/LVN, or Diploma. The $2,000 award is granted to student nurses based on good scholastic standing, community service, letters of recommendation, and financial need.
Contact
National Black Nurses’ Association Board of Directors Inc. Scholarship
8630 Fenton St. Suite 330
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 589-3200
elazenby@nbna.org
http://www.nbna.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=74&Itemid=71
18. National Japanese American Citizens League Headquarters Scholarship
Deadline: March 1st
Each year, the National Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) awards scholarships to students who are planning to attend either an accredited undergraduate or graduate program to study full-time. In order to receive the one-time $10,000 scholarship, applicants must be of Asian descent, a student/youth member of the JACL, maintain good academic standing for satisfactory progress, and be actively involved in the Asian community.
Contact
National Japanese American Citizens League Headquarters Scholarship
1765 Sutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 921-5225
jacl@jacl.org
19. Nurse Corps Scholarship Program
Deadline: May 7th
The Nurse Corps Scholarship Program (NCSP) is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to provide tuition assistance to nursing students in exchange for the student working in an eligible Critical Shortage Facility (CSF) after degree completion for at least two years. The scholarship covers all costs for tuition, books, clinical supplies, and eligible fees, as well as provides a monthly stipend of nearly $1,300. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, currently enrolled in an accredited nursing degree program, free from any Federal judgment liens, and not be delinquent on any Federal loan debt.
Contact
Nurse Corps Scholarship Program
5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD 20857
(877) 897-9910
GetHelp@hrsa.gov
20. Nurse Leaders for North America
Deadline: Varies
As one of America’s leading nursing scholarship providers, the Global Scholarship Alliance (GSA) provides the Nurse Leaders for North American full scholarship for qualifying nursing students pursuing advanced Master’s level degrees in exchange for multi-year employment arrangements. Eligible applicants for the scholarship must have an active RN license, be a permanent resident of the U.S. or Canada, have successfully completed a four-year BSN nursing program, and have an ambition to pursue an advanced nursing degree to work in a high-volume acute care health setting.
Contact
Nurse Leaders for North America
1700 Madison Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 665-4544
info@globalscholarship.net
21. Phoebe Pember Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: March 15th
Established by the United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Phoebe Pember Memorial Scholarship is awarded to members of the national society who are female lineal descendants of soldiers in the Confederate military forces. Not only do candidates for the $800 to $1,000 scholarship have to be members of the society, it is required that all applicants are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate nursing program in the United States.
Contact
Phoebe Pember Memorial Scholarship
328 North Blvd.
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 355-1636
hqudc@rcn.com
22. StraightForward Media Nursing School Scholarships
Deadline: February 1st
First established in 2004, StraightForward Media is an advertising agency that creates campaigns for clients whose ads appear on Google, Yahoo!, and many other online search engines. Offered at four distinct times of the year, StraightFroward Media Nursing School Scholarships are designed to help the newest generation of nurses complete their education with a little less stress. Since the $500 award is granted directly to the recipients, the scholarship can be used to cover tuition, book costs, living expenses, or more.
Contact
Straightforward Media Nursing School Scholarships
8088 North 100th Dr.
Peoria, AZ 85345
info@straighforwardmedia.com
23. Touchmark Foundation Nursing Scholarship
Deadline: June 30th
The Touchmark Foundation awards annual nursing scholarships to enrolled college students at all levels from an associate’s degree to a doctoral degree from an accredited nursing program. The Foundation places special emphasis on student applicants who are interested in pursuing advanced degrees in gerontology to work with seniors. Scholarships are available to students who are pursuing their nursing education in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Oklahoma, and Alberta, Canada.
Contact
Touchmark Foundation Nursing Scholarship
5150 SW Griffith Dr.
Beaverton, OR 97005
(800) 796-8744
jcp2@touchmark.com
24. Veterans Affairs Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Program
Deadline: Varies
Supported by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Program is intended to assist doctoral level nurses with assistance to cover the costs of education and research. Fellows are given $25,000 to $35,000 during the two-year full-time or three-year part-time program to complete a doctoral research dissertation on a health care topic that is relevant to the military veteran population. Although fellows are strongly encouraged to seek VA employment after completion, it is not required.
Contact
Veterans Affairs Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Program
810 Vermont Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20420
(202) 357-4014
linda.johnson@va.gov
25. Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program
Deadline: July 1st
The Maryland Higher Education Commission offers the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant award to nursing students for amounts that range from $4,500 to $19,000. Applicants must be enrolled at a two-year or four-year Maryland university as a full-time degree-seeking student. In addition to completing the online application form, recipients of the grant are required to sign a promissory note that he or she will fulfill the nursing service obligation for each academic year that tuition assistance was received.
Contact
Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program
839 Bestgate Rd. Suite 400
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 260-4565
osfamail@mhec.state.md
With the costs for higher education tuition continuing to steadily climb, it is becoming more important now to utilize the various scholarships that are available to lessen the burden of a degree. It is highly recommended that these 25 exceptional scholarships are kept in mind for students who are interested in pursuing an emotionally fulfilling and financially rewarding career in the nursing field.
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