Nursing Scholarships

For students pursuing degrees in teaching, nursing, paramedic training, or emergency medical technician training.

Available to students who are enrolled or accepted in an associate or bachelor degree nursing program. Priority will be given to students who will be graduatings within 1-2 years. Awardees must sign a contract with the Office of State-wide Health Planning and Development and agree to the following terms: Be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident and a california resident; Complete a 2-year service obligation to practice in a medically underserved area of California as a RN providing direct patient care; Be a full-time or part-time student (no less than 6 units) in a California accredited school; Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 each year scholarship funds are sought.

Regeneron STS is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science research competition for high school students. Started in 1942 as the Westinghouse Science Talent Search, Regeneron STS recognizes and empowers our nation’s most promising young scientists who are developing ideas that could solve society’s most urgent challenges. Each year, nearly 2,000 students enter the Regeneron STS, submitting original research in critically important scientific fields of study. Unique among high school competitions, the Regeneron STS focuses on identifying, inspiring, and engaging the nation’s most promising future leaders in STEM. Eligibility: High school seniors living in the United States, and US citizens living abroad, who have completed independent research projects are encouraged to apply online for the chance to win up to $250,000! Deadline: Apply today through November 8 Learn more & apply: https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/

A resource for today's diversified nursing community that provide resources and information pertaining to education, career development and minority health for the growing population of minority nurses in America. All awards have various criteria, which may include financial need, academic achievement and involvement in community activities.

The leading employment website for nursing/allied health care students and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) have partnered to offer this new scholarship program for students pursuing professional nursing education programs.

The Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association (FNSNA) was created in 1969 to honor Frances Tompkins, the Association's first Executive Director. Organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, the Foundation awards scholarships to qualified nursing students.

Nonrenewable scholarships for AACN members who are RNs currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate NLNAC-accredited programs. The undergraduate award is for use in the junior or senior year. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Amount Awarded: $500 to $2,500 Duration: 1 year. Eligibility: GPA: 3 Affiliation: AACN member

To provide funding for graduate student research to members of AAHN. Amount Awarded: $1000 Number Awarded: 1 each year. Duration: 1 year. Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in either an NLN-accredited master's program or a doctoral program at a regionally-accredited university. They must be members of the association. Proposals must focus on the history of nursing. The applicant's research advisor needs to be a scholar who is actively involved in the field of nursing history and who has prior experience in guiding student's research. Included in the application package must be 5 copies of a title page, narrative for the study, list of potential primary and secondary sources, and list of any other relevant facilities and resources to be used. The student's and advisor's curriculum vitae should also be sent, along with a letter of support from the advisor.

To provide financial assistance to members of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) who are pursuing post-master's degree study. Amount Awarded: $1000 Number Awarded: 1 each year. Duration: 1 year. Eligibility: This program is open to student and full members of the academy who have a master's degree in nursing and are pursuing nurse practitioner education in an accredited post-M.S. program. Applicants must have a grade point average in their post-master's program of 3.2 or higher. They must have completed at least 25 percent but no more than 75 percent of their program requirements. Additional Information: There is a $10 application fee. Nursing

To provide funding to members of AANP who wish to conduct a research project. Amount Awarded: $1000 Number Awarded: 2 each year. Duration: 1 year. Eligibility: This program is open to members of the academy who are currently licensed, practicing NPs. Applicants must be new researchers. They must be the principal investigator on a research project with a focus on primary health care provided by NPs in the United States. Additional Information: There is a $10 application fee.

To provide financial assistance to registered nurses who are pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree to prepare for a career in occupational and environmental health. Amount Awarded: $3000 Number Awarded: 1 each year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 2 additional years. Eligibility: This program is open to registered nurses who are enrolled in a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree program. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in, and commitment to, occupational and environmental health. Selection is based on 2 letters of recommendation and a 500-word essay on the applicant's professional goals as they relate to the academic activity and the field of occupational and environmental health.

To provide funding to RNs interested in conducting research on occupational and environmental health nursing. Amount Awarded: $10000 Number Awarded: 1 each year. Duration: 1 year. Eligibility: All RNs engaged in occupational and environmental health nursing are eligible to apply if they are interested in conducting research or innovative projects. The proposed research may be part of a formal educational program or it may be a self-initiated study. Selection is based on purpose of project, significance of project, investigator's capacity, review of literature, methods, plans for data analysis, and assumptions and limitations.