Scholarships & Financial Aid

Scrubin Uniforms - AACN Scholarship

The Scrubin Uniforms/AACN Scholarship supports nursing students in baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs who are enrolled at AACN member schools with a formal affiliation agreement with Scrubin Uniforms.

The scholarship will provide $2,500 three times each year. The deadlines are September 1, December 1, and March 1. The September 1 deadline will be dedicated to funding a student interested in serving in a faculty role after graduation.  To apply, students must complete an online application, provide demographic information and details on their academic achievement, and submit a short essay.

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NOTE: The March deadline has been extended to March 31.

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NurseThink® - AACN Scholarship

The NurseThink® - AACN Scholarship supports students enrolled in master's and doctoral nursing programs at AACN member institutions who have a desire to become future nurse faculty. The fund will provide a  $5,000 scholarship awards to students twice a year through 2026.

The NurseThink®-AACN Scholarship is open to all students who are members of the Graduate Nursing Student Academy. To apply, students must complete an online application, provide demographic information and details on their academic achievement, and submit a short essay outlining their plans to teach after graduation.

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Deborah E. Trautman Future Nurse Leader Scholarship

Funded by Liaison International, AACN’s partner in NursingCAS, this scholarship and leadership development program was created in honor of AACN’s President and CEO Dr. Deborah Trautman. This $3,500 scholarship is designed to recognize graduate nursing students who aspire to leadership positions in academic nursing. In addition to $2,000 to cover educational expenses which is sent directly to the student, scholarship recipients will participate in a one-on-one leadership development experience with Dr. Trautman at AACN’s headquarters in Washington, DC. Up to $1,500 of the scholarship award will be used to cover travel expenses for the three-day leadership development program.

Application opens August 30, 2023

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COVID-19 Student Support Fund

The COVID-19 Nursing Student Support Fund provides one-time grants to nursing students enrolled in AACN member schools who need financial support to complete their nursing programs and/or meet life expenses. This fall, a total of 107 nursing students will receive $500 in support to help them overcome hardships linked to COVID-19. Since the program launched in April 2020, the Foundation has received almost 8,000 applications for funding and disbursed a total of 158 awards.The Foundation for Academic Nursing is seeking additional support from other corporate and individual donors for this fund to expand our ability to help more nursing students in need.  

Note:  The foundation is currently not accepting applications. Stay tuned for future calls for applications. 

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Uniform Advantage/GNSA Scholarship

This scholarship program provides $5,000 in support to students enrolled in master’s and doctoral programs who are committed to making a positive impact on the nation’s health and health care. A $2,500 scholarship will be awarded in the fall and spring to eligible GNSA members.

To apply, visit the Uniform-Advantage-GNSA Scholarship page. 

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Hurst Review/AACN Nursing Scholarship

Hurst Review and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) are partnering to offer this scholarship program that recognizes and rewards entry-level nursing students for outstanding academic performance. All applicants must already be enrolled in an AACN member institution and maintain at least a 3.2 grade point average in their current program or last school attended. To check if your school is a member, see our member directory. One scholarship in the amount of $2,500 will be distributed twice yearly. The application deadlines are September 1 and February 1. 

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Minority Nurse Faculty Scholarship

This scholarship is no longer active. See Previous Scholarship Winners here.

• California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development lists the Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship for students in California.
• The Healthline and Prevention Institute Stronger Scholarship awards three $7,000 scholarships to a Black, a Hispanic/Latinx, and an Indigenous student reducing health inequities in their community.
• National Black Nurses Association, Inc (NBNA) provides annual scholarships for students who are a NBNA member or local chapter member, currently enrolled in an undergraduate nursing program, and have at least one full year of school remaining.
• NurseDeck Go Award offers a $1,500 scholarship to BSN students. To learn more and apply, click here.
• Tafford Uniforms awards $1000 to a nursing student at an accredited college or university in the U.S. (who has at least one semester remaining prior to graduation from the program).
• FNSNA Undergraduate Scholarship is available to students currently enrollment and matriculated in a state-approved nursing program leading to an associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, generic pre-licensure doctorate or generic pre-licensure master’s degree; or enrolled in an RN to BSN completion, RN to MSN completion, or LPN/LVN to RN program.

• Alegria Nusring Scholarship awards a $2000 scholarship to one nursing student. The application consists of a questionaire and a short essay. (View full terms)
• American Assembly for Men in Nursing Foundation is sponsoring a five student scholarships to male students pursuing undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees.
• American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing offers scholarships through their foundation for students pursuing a BSN or higher. 
• American Indian Graduate Center (AIGC) offers a series of scholarships for eligible American Indian and Alaskan Natives.
• American Medical Resource Institute offers an annual scholarship program for students pursuing a career in the healthcare industry. One applicant will be awarded $1,000 for completing a 2000-word essay covering one of two healthcare topics. A winner will be chosen on merit.
• American Red Cross awards the Jane Delano Student Nurse Scholarship to both undergraduate nursing students and graduate nursing students who are a volunteer or employee of the American Red Cross Unit.
• Bestnursingdegree.com offers a $1,000 scholarship to those accepted or enrolled in an accredited BSN, MSN, or DNP degree.
• CPR Certification Institute will grant a $2,000 scholarship for completing a 750 to 1000-word essay related to emergency medical care. CPR should be mentioned as a critical skill for all healthcare providers in the essay.
• DiversityNursing.com, a niche website for Nurses from student Nurses up to CNO's, is offering a $5,000 Education Award. You must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time student in an accredited School of Nursing in a professional registered nurse program (baccalaureate, graduate, associate degree or diploma) OR work Full-Time, Part-Time or Per Diem as a Registered Nurse, LPN, Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Leader/Administrator at a U.S. based organization.
• EduMed Medical and Healthcare Scholarships: 50 of the top available scholarships across 7 different healthcare fields, including dental, nursing, medical assisting, and healthcare leadership. EduMed also has resources for Black students.
• ExceptionalNurse.com offers scholarships to both graduate and undergraduate nursing students with disabilities.
• GIC HIMSS Scholarship Program provides two scholarships to qualified students in accredited programs in health management, health information technology, management programs with a health focus, or technology programs with a focus in healthcare information technology.
• The Gina Rose Montalto Memorial Foundation 17 for 17 Nursing Scholarship is giving out 17 scholarships in the amount of $1,000 for nursing students to help expand the ranks of those working so hard to get our nation through these difficult times. The application deadline is May 22, 2020. 
• GoodRx Helps Nurses for Change Scholarship awards $5,000 scholarships to 10 students from underrepresented groups. Students must be current or recently graduate nursing students (LPN/LVN, ASN, BSN) or advanced degree nursing students (MSN, APRN, DNP).
• Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities offers scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students attending a HACU Member or Partner college or university.
• Indian Health Service (IHS) offers scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native health professions students in both undergraduate and graduate programs.
• IntelyCare is sponsoring a $5,000 Healthcare Heroes Scholarship, which will be awarded to one nursing professional exploring a higher education degree in a nursing-related field. 
• MinorityNurse.com offers a variety of nursing scholarships for nurses of color.
• National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) members enrolled in accredited undergraduate and graduate nursing programs are presented scholarships based on their demonstration of professional contributions to the nursing profession and have the potential to be role models to aspiring nursing students.
• Nurse.org offers the Healthcare Leaders Scholarship to students entering or currently pursuing an educational program related to nursing or medicine.
• NURSE Corps Scholarship Program (NCSP), helps students complete their nursing education by paying tuition, fees, other education costs, while providing a monthly living stipend. The program is open to full-time nursing students accepted or enrolled in diploma, associate, baccalaureate or graduate nursing programs at accredited schools located in the U.S. Upon graduation, scholarship program members fulfill a service commitment at a Critical Shortage Facility.
• The College Monk Short Essay Easy Scholarship is a $1500 scholarship available to students of all majors.
• The Oncology Nursing Society Foundation awards academic scholarships for students pursuing a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree or a post-master's certificate.
• The Osmosis Health Education Impact Scholarship will award one prize of $5000 and five prizes of $1000 to US students studying medicine and the health sciences who embody Osmosis values in their daily lives. 
• Tillman Military Scholars program supports our nation’s active and veteran service members and their spouses by removing financial barriers to completing a degree program of choice. The scholarships cover not only direct study-related expenses such as tuition and fees, but also other needs, including housing and child care.
• TYLENOL® Future Care Scholarship Program awards a total of $250,000 in scholarship funds to 40 undergraduate and graduate students pursuing an education in healthcare.
• Hispanic Scholarship Fund The HSF Scholarship is designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Scholarships are available, on a competitive basis, to high school seniors, undergraduate students, community college students transferring to four year universities, and graduate students.
• RegisteredNursing.org offers the $1,000 "RN to BSN/MSN Challenge" Scholarship for RN's working to get their BSN or MSN degree. 
• Scholarships & Resources for Native American and Alaskan Native Students offers scholarships and other resources for Native American and Alaskan Native students both before and after their education.
• SeniorAdvice.com Scholarships offers two separate $2000 scholarships to an eligible student who has been a caregiver for an adult relative or a volunteer in a senior living community within the past year. Student must be attending college or university in the Fall 2018, and will receive $2000 for tuition and/or books. The deadline to apply is July 15, 2018.
• Sigma Theta Tau International maintains a list of nursing scholarships available through organizations and specific nursing schools.
• The Senior Care Scholarship offered by A Place for Mom is available to students enrolled in a bachelor's degree or graduate level program in nursing at an accredited four-year university. A scholarship in the amount of $1000 each will be awarded based on their letter of introduction and a 400 to 700 word essay on life lessons they have learned from a senior.
• The Vohra Wound Care Scholarship for Nursing Education and Nursing Certifications exists to provide a scholarship to current nurses or nursing students in pursuit of a nursing degree, who seek financial assistance and show interest in earning a wound care certification.

• American Cancer Society provides scholarships in cancer nursing. Doctoral Scholarships in cancer nursing provide support for study in a doctoral degree program in nursing or a related area that will prepare the graduate for a career as a cancer nurse scientist. The Graduate Scholarship in cancer nursing practice supports graduate students pursuing a master’s degree in cancer nursing or a doctorate of nursing practice.
• Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Graduate Student Award supports research that advances infection prevention and evidence-based implementation science. The award is given to a student seeking to complete a master's or doctoral degree. The award will provide a total of $5,000 for project costs.
• GradSchools.com is offering a $2,000 scholarship for minority nurses to help fund their graduate school degree.
• March of Dimes awards scholarships to registered nurses enrolled in graduate programs of maternal-child nursing.
• Maryland State Nursing Scholarship offers the Hal and Jo Cohen Graduate Nursing Faculty Scholarship to full-time or part time graduate nursing students or post-graduate certificate program in nursing education.
• MinuteClinic awards up to 40 Nurse Practitioner Scholarships at $2,500 each and up to 20 Doctor of Nursing Practice Scholarships at $2,500 each.
• National Health Service Corps, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, offers a scholarship program to Nurse Practitioners students (post graduate degree with clinical practice focus) at an accredited U.S. school.
• Nursing Economic$ Foundation awards up to four $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to registered nurses in a Masters or Doctoral nursing program with an emphasis on administration or management for the upcoming school year.
• Nurse Practitioner Health Association offers a variety of scholarships ($1,000 to $4,000 awards) to students in Nurse Practitioner graduate programs for outstanding research, leadership and academic achievements.
• Nursing@USC's Scholarships for Nursing Students features a variety of scholarships that graduate nursing students can apply for.
• New Look Laser Tattoo Removal Semiannual Scholarship - a merit-based scholarship for students pursuing higher education with an emphasis in one of the following fields: nursing, medicine, natural or applied sciences, or engineering.

• CareerOneStop is sponsored by the US Department of Labor and has a scholarship search tool, job search function, and other helpful career resources.
• Nurses' Educational Funds, Inc. distributes funds to baccalaureate prepared registered nurses in need of nursing scholarship assistance for their graduate studies.
• BSN Education is a scholarship database with an emphasis on BSN related scholarships.
• Bureau of Health Professions financial aid page offers a useful introduction to all financial assistance programs under the Health Resources and Services Administration.
• The California State Aid Commission offers a list of programs for California residents.
• College Board provides an up-to-date scholarship search, as well as advice on how to apply for a scholarship and spot a scholarship scam.
• ExploreHealthCareers.org is a comprehensive Web portal that gives students a reliable, and comprehensive source of accurate, up-to-date information about the health professions, including a searchable list of funding opportunities.
• FastWeb is an online scholarship search.
• Federal Student Aid The office of Federal Student Aid provides grants, loans, and work-study funds for college or career school. It offers more than $150 billion each year to help millions of students pay for higher education.
• FedMoney.org is an online guide to all U.S. federal government financial aid programs.
• Campaign for Action a national nursing organization backed by the AARP Foundation, AARP, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and focuses on implementing the recommendations of the Institute of Medicine's Future of Nursing report. The site has a list of resources available for nurses by state.
• The Rural Assistance Center (RAC) is a product of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Rural Initiative established in December 2002 as a rural health and human services " information portal. RAC helps rural communities and other rural stakeholders access the full range of available programs, funding, and research that can enable them to provide quality health and human services to rural residents.
• International Education Financial Aid (IEFA) scholarship search is a resource for financial aid, college scholarship and grant information for international students wishing to study abroad.
• Johnson & Johnson's Discover Nursing Web site has an extensive nursing scholarships search feature.
• Maryland Higher Education Commission offers tuition reductions to Non-residents of Maryland who attend an undergraduate nursing program at a two-year or four-year Maryland public institution.
• National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence (NHCGNE) offers the Innovation Award to a member or team of NHCGNE members and the Student Travel Awards to early career pre-doctoral and doctoral students who promote gerontological nursing excellence.
• Scholarship Experts is a free and trusted scholarship resource that allows students to search for updated and accurate scholarship information.
• U.S. Department of Education is a potential source of financial aid.