Nursing Scholarships and Contests for 2016
In a continuing effort to connect individuals to better opportunities in rewarding nursing careers, OnlineNursingDegrees.org has created exclusive nursing scholarship contests. These contests reward unique individuals who are pursuing an accredited degree within the nursing field. Take advantage of educational opportunities in healthcare - and allow a scholarship to help foot the bill!
Our Exclusive Scholarships for Nurses and Nursing Students
The Mary Blake Single Parent Nursing Scholarship 'started in 2011, $500 awarded annually. This is a scholarship contest benefitting a nursing student who is also a single parent. Must be enrolled in an accredited nursing program. Essay required — 500 word minimum. Free to enter. Must be US citizen. View more about the Mary Blake Single Parent Nursing Scholarship.
The Atlanta Nursing Scholarship — $500 awarded. This was a scholarship contest benefitting a nursing student studying in an accredited nursing program in the greater metro area of Atlanta, Georgia. Entries stopped being accepted for this contest on June 16th, 2011 - the winner of the 2011 Atlanta Nursing Scholarship award was announced. View more about the Atlanta Nursing Scholarship.
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Scholarships for Nursing Students
Nursing scholarships can provide the key to unlock the doors of opportunity in professional health care careers. There has never been a greater need for highly trained nurses and health care professionals and there are many new scholarships and programs designed to help students succeed.
Listed below, you will find short descriptions and links to some of the nation's leading nursing scholarships and contests.
Featured Nursing Scholarship Programs
The following nursing scholarships were reviewed and selected as features because they offer opportunity to a wide demographic of nursing students and are not limited to a specific facility, discipline or geographical area.
Keep in mind that these are only a few of the hundreds of scholarship options now available. (There are nursing scholarship search options provided after the list.) When conducting a personalized search, make sure to include your school's location and any racial, ethnic or demographic characteristics that may increase your options.
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Top 10 Nursing Scholarships in the Nation
Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association Promise of Nursing Scholarships Contact: Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association |
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. These scholarships are available in selected regions of the U.S. Eligibility is determined by applicant's school/college of nursing's zip code. This program is supported by fund-raising events sponsored by Johnson & Johnson. Funds for this scholarship are supported by contributors in selected regions. |
AAMN Foundation Scholarships for Men Contact: Jim Raper, DSN, CFNP, JD eMail: web: www.aamn.org
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The American Assembly for Men in Nursing (AAMN) Foundation and the Johnson & Johnson Campaign for Nursing's Future have partnered to offer this $1,000 scholarship program for male students pursuing professional nursing education programs. Established in 2004, these scholarships are intended to support male students who are seeking a pre-RN licensure or graduate degree in nursing. Applicants must submit an application with supporting documentation and already be enrolled at an accredited institution. These awards are not guaranteed to be annual scholarships. Interested applicants should consult the scholarships' website for more information before applying. Award Amount: $1000.00 |
ASHA - School Nursing Scholarship Contact: Telephone: 330-678-1601 web: www.ashaweb.org |
ASHA provides financial assistance to students whose academic and professional goals include the health of youth. Applicants must be a junior, senior, or a graduate student enrolled full-time at an institution of higher education (NOT a high school student) and have a declared major of School Nursing. Award Amount: $500.00 |
Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship Contact: |
Applicants can be in high school, college, or graduate students. There are no age limits, and you may study any major and attend or plan to attend any college or graduate school in the U.S. Applicants must be legal residents of the United States and complete the online application form. |
Caroline E. Holt Nursing Scholarship Contact: web: www.dar.org
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The DAR, founded in 1890 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future through better education for children. This scholarship is a one-time award given to students who are in financial need and accepted and enrolled into an accredited school of nursing. Award Amount: $1000.00Deadline: February 15, annually |
Charles Kunz Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship (ENA) Contact: web: www.ena.org |
Recognizing the importance of ongoing education and research opportunities in emergency nursing, ENA established the Foundation in 1991. The purpose of the Foundation is to enhance emergency health services available to the public through education and research. This scholarship is awarded to a nurse (RN, LPN or LVN) who is pursuing a baccalaureate degree in nursing. This scholarship is named in memory of Charles Kunz, father of 2005 ENA President, Patricia Kunz Howard. Award Amount: $3000.00 |
ENA Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships Contact: web: www.ena.org |
Recognizing the importance of ongoing education and research opportunities in emergency nursing, ENA established the Foundation in 1991. The purpose of the Foundation is to enhance emergency health services available to the public through education and research. These eight scholarships are awarded to nurses (RN, LPN, LVN) who are pursuing baccalaureate degrees in nursing. Funding is made possible through the generosity of the many ENA members, donors, and corporations who have contributed to the Foundation. Award Amount: $3000.00 |
ENA Foundation Advanced Nursing Practice Scholarships Contact: web: www.ena.org |
Recognizing the importance of ongoing education and research opportunities in emergency nursing, ENA established the Foundation in 1991. The purpose of the Foundation is to enhance emergency health services available to the public through education and research. These two scholarships are awarded to emergency nurses (RN, LPN or LVN) pursuing advanced clinical practice degrees to become a nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist. Support for this scholarship is provided by a number of corporate and organization donors. |
Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association General Scholarships Contact: Telephone: 718-210-0710 web: www.nsna.org |
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. Applicants for these scholarships must be students currently enrolled in state-approved school of nursing or pre-nursing in associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, generic doctorate, and generic master's programs. |
Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association McKesson Scholarships Contact: Telephone: 718-210-0710 web: www.nsna.org |
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. This scholarship is open to all students in accredited programs leading to RN licensure. Award Amount: $1000.00 |
Tips for Finding Nursing Scholarships
Nursing scholarships create opportunity. They build a financial bridge allowing more nursing students to reach and receive the educational opportunities necessary for retaining a sharp, competitive edge in modern health care.
Tips to increase your own chances of receiving a nursing scholarship:
- Start searching early. Every scholarship or contest will have a deadline, and they happen throughout the year. Set calendar reminders and make sure all necessary applications are submitted well before the deadlines. Understand that many decisions for the Fall semesters will be made in the Spring, or even sooner. Being proactive in a scholarship quest is what often separates the winners from the rest.
- Be exhaustive. There are a variety of different scholarships offered in any school — from merit-based rewards to need-based subsidies. There are also federal programs and there might be state programs; there might be offers unique to a number of different candidates for a variety of reasons. There are scholarships offered from specific organizations or designated for specific uses. Many hospitals provide resources for ongoing education.Ultimately, which programs, contests or awards you might qualify for depends on a number of variables. Leave no stone unturned in your effort to find scholarship opportunities.
- Be precise. Every scholarship application process may require a slightly different application from you. Make sure that each entry is handled with care, and is submitted error-free. A technicality should never knock you out of the running. Don't use a broad-stroke approach to the applications, as this could cause sloppiness. Be precise, and increase your chances.
- Don't stop now. Many scholarships and aid programs can be used in conjunction with (or despite receiving) others. Just because you won a good scholarship does not mean you can't win more money. As a nursing student, this means you should be very aggressive in applying for every possible award for which you'd qualify. It is entirely possible to defray many of the costs of higher education through scholarships and aid — many students do it successfully every year. To what extent external resources are utilized becomes in large part, a direct reflection on the personal drive propelling each individual. Don't stop — there are typically many wonderful chances out there for any student.
What Makes You So Special?
Scholarships are typically created to celebrate or honor something specific about the applicant. Knowing what some of these characteristics are can help you find more scholarship opportunities.
When seeking scholarships, the following areas are all things to consider about yourself and your journey — it may open new doors for you!
Nursing scholarships are often based on any of the following, and more:
Race — Ethnicity — Gender — Location — Field of Study — Income-to-debt Ratio — School — Personal Military Service — Family Member Military Service — Civic Participation — Clubs or Organizations — Personal Challenges — Disabilities — Parenthood — Professional Affiliations — Hospital or Medical Facility Affiliations — Type of Study or Professional Specialty
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NursingSociety.org - Scholarship Opps - This is a robust list of nursing scholarships available through organizations and specific nursing schools.www.discovernursing.com/
Be sure to review our information and links on financial aid for nursing students.
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