Featured Scholarships
NUSNA Members Active Quarterly Scholarship Drawing
Active members who participate in NUSNA will receive an entry for each NUSNA event they participate in during that quarter. Each quarter, the Scholarship Committee Chair will draw a name at the membership meeting and a winner will be announced.
Criteria:
Active members who participate in NUSNA will receive an entry for each NUSNA event they participate in during that quarter. Each quarter, the Scholarship Committee Chair will draw a name at the membership meeting and a winner will be announced.
Criteria:
- Members must be active
- 1 entry will be given for each membership meeting attendance, committee meeting attendance, NUSNA event, or NUSNA community service involvement during the quarterly period (Proof will need to be verified by a Board of Director).
- Please email [email protected] for any questions
- A $250 check will be written to the awardee
- Winner will be announced at the membership meeting
- Winner does not need to be present at the meeting. However, the winner will need to claim the award within 2 weeks of announcement. In addition, the winner will need to provide a photo and a short interview for the NUSNA newsletter.
National University Scholarships
Honors Fellows for Social Change Scholarship
The Honors Fellows for Social Change Scholarship is intended for students invested in applying their education to create positive social change. These selective scholarships will offer full-tuition for up to two years for eligible students. Scholarship recipients will be automatically enrolled in the University’s Honors Minor, which is taken concurrently with the student’s regular program coursework.
Criteria:
For more information, please log into blackboard or contact adviser for redirection
NU Scholar
Highly competitive academic program. National University Scholars program is a scholarship and educational program was created to reward exceptional students with potential for high achievement and contribution to society with a emphasis in leadership.
Criteria:
1. FAFSA for most current academic year.
2. Completed eight classes or 36 units in an academic year at NU; must be a sophomore or junior standing or have at least 10-12 courses left in their program.
3. Minimum GPA of 3.4 or incoming 2.7
Email: [email protected]
Award: Full Scholarship for lecture courses & with monthly book stipend (Lab fees to be paid by student)
Collegiate Honor Awards Scholarship
Information and application can be found in SOAR> under Financial Aid>Scholarships.
**Must submit no later than 3 months after your first term of enrollment.
Deadline: Within 3 months of transfer.
The Honors Fellows for Social Change Scholarship is intended for students invested in applying their education to create positive social change. These selective scholarships will offer full-tuition for up to two years for eligible students. Scholarship recipients will be automatically enrolled in the University’s Honors Minor, which is taken concurrently with the student’s regular program coursework.
Criteria:
- Minimum 2.5 GPA at National University
- Account in good standing at the time of application
- Have completed the FAFSA form
- Have 60+ credits remaining toward BA degree completion
- Have 15 months of BA degree coursework remaining from the start of the Honors Minor in January
For more information, please log into blackboard or contact adviser for redirection
NU Scholar
Highly competitive academic program. National University Scholars program is a scholarship and educational program was created to reward exceptional students with potential for high achievement and contribution to society with a emphasis in leadership.
Criteria:
1. FAFSA for most current academic year.
2. Completed eight classes or 36 units in an academic year at NU; must be a sophomore or junior standing or have at least 10-12 courses left in their program.
3. Minimum GPA of 3.4 or incoming 2.7
Email: [email protected]
Award: Full Scholarship for lecture courses & with monthly book stipend (Lab fees to be paid by student)
Collegiate Honor Awards Scholarship
Information and application can be found in SOAR> under Financial Aid>Scholarships.
**Must submit no later than 3 months after your first term of enrollment.
- Obtain a college transcript verifying graduation with at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
- File a FAFSA.
- Complete the online application for a Collegiate Honor Award
Deadline: Within 3 months of transfer.
Presidential Tuition Scholarship
Information and application can be found in SOAR> under Financial Aid>Scholarships.
Presidential Tuition Scholarships of up to $2,500 are available to students who are eligible for Federal Student Aid
to assist them with the cost of tuition. This scholarship is designed to assist underrepresented students
who have high financial need with the cost of tuition. Awards are made based on student need, as established
by the EFC and as calculated by the U.S. Department of Education from the filing of a FAFSA. The scholarship,
if granted, is applied to the student's account in increments of up to the full cost of tuition per month, not to exceed
the total award amount of $2,500.
Deadline: Within 3 months of enrollment
Information and application can be found in SOAR> under Financial Aid>Scholarships.
Presidential Tuition Scholarships of up to $2,500 are available to students who are eligible for Federal Student Aid
to assist them with the cost of tuition. This scholarship is designed to assist underrepresented students
who have high financial need with the cost of tuition. Awards are made based on student need, as established
by the EFC and as calculated by the U.S. Department of Education from the filing of a FAFSA. The scholarship,
if granted, is applied to the student's account in increments of up to the full cost of tuition per month, not to exceed
the total award amount of $2,500.
- GPA of 2.30 or above.
- Annual income of not more than $25,000 for married and $18,000 for single applicants.
- File a FAFSA.
- Complete the online application for a Presidential Tuition Scholarship.
Deadline: Within 3 months of enrollment
Military Scholarship
Information and application can be found in SOAR> under Financial Aid>Scholarships.
Military Tuition Scholarships of up to $2,500 are available to military personnel, including active duty, reservists,
national guardsmen/women, their spouses, and their dependents. The scholarship is intended to benefit educationally
and economically disadvantaged personnel or their family members who have demonstrated financial need.
Deadline: Within 3 months of enrollment
Information and application can be found in SOAR> under Financial Aid>Scholarships.
Military Tuition Scholarships of up to $2,500 are available to military personnel, including active duty, reservists,
national guardsmen/women, their spouses, and their dependents. The scholarship is intended to benefit educationally
and economically disadvantaged personnel or their family members who have demonstrated financial need.
- Submit a letter describing personal circumstances to [email protected].
- File a FAFSA.
- Complete the online application for a Military Tuition Scholarship.
Deadline: Within 3 months of enrollment
February
Common Scholarship Application - The San Diego Foundation
Even if you're not a straight- A student, we have scholarship opportunities for everyone:
Amount: Varies
Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships
Students must be in good standing with their school of nursing and must submit a complete application. Please provide a letter of intent, letter of recommendation, copy of your unofficial transcript, color photo, and professional resume.
Deadline: February 15, 2020
Amount: $1000 per semester
Even if you're not a straight- A student, we have scholarship opportunities for everyone:
- Committed to your education
- Minimum GPA of 2.0
- Participation in community service, extracurricular activities and/or work experience
- Current residence in San Diego county (for at least one year)
- Need of help to pay for school & completed a FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application
Amount: Varies
Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships
Students must be in good standing with their school of nursing and must submit a complete application. Please provide a letter of intent, letter of recommendation, copy of your unofficial transcript, color photo, and professional resume.
Deadline: February 15, 2020
Amount: $1000 per semester
March
American Association of University Women - Poway Penasquitos Branch
Deadline: March 1, 2020
PFLAG of San Diego County LGBTQ Scholarship
PFLAG of San Diego County is looking forward to another successful scholarship program. LGBTQ high school seniors, full-time undergraduate and graduate students may apply for PFLAG scholarships.
Criteria: Within the application form, the following essay questions must be answered in your own words and typed in English with no spelling or grammatical errors. Essays are limited to 1000 words. Please address the following questions in your essay:
Deadline: March 30, 2020 (the awards presentation will take place at the PFLAG annual Launching Leaders Luncheon on May 30, 2020)
- Female high school graduate or GED without a bachelor’s degree
- Enrolled or accepted in a degree program at a community college, 4-year college or university
- Currently taking courses toward stated goal
- Engaged in leadership activity
- Non-traditional student: at least 23 years of age and having experienced challenges in life and education that differ from traditional four-year path
- Completion of at least 20 college-level credits excluding physical education and remedial classes
- Lives or attends school in North San Diego County including northern city of San Diego
Deadline: March 1, 2020
PFLAG of San Diego County LGBTQ Scholarship
PFLAG of San Diego County is looking forward to another successful scholarship program. LGBTQ high school seniors, full-time undergraduate and graduate students may apply for PFLAG scholarships.
Criteria: Within the application form, the following essay questions must be answered in your own words and typed in English with no spelling or grammatical errors. Essays are limited to 1000 words. Please address the following questions in your essay:
- Describe something you have done in the past year that has made a positive difference in your community.
- What will you do to change the world for the better?
Deadline: March 30, 2020 (the awards presentation will take place at the PFLAG annual Launching Leaders Luncheon on May 30, 2020)
F.A. Davis Scholarship
F.A. Davis is delighted to offer two nursing scholarships annually! $1,500 will be awarded to one undergraduate nursing student and to one graduate nursing student who is studying in the US. These scholarships reflect our continuing commitment to the education of nurses and their commitment to quality health care for all of us. It recognizes the challenging, yet rewarding path nursing students have embarked on and the very special nature of those who have chosen it.
Criteria:
Deadline: March 31, 2020
F.A. Davis is delighted to offer two nursing scholarships annually! $1,500 will be awarded to one undergraduate nursing student and to one graduate nursing student who is studying in the US. These scholarships reflect our continuing commitment to the education of nurses and their commitment to quality health care for all of us. It recognizes the challenging, yet rewarding path nursing students have embarked on and the very special nature of those who have chosen it.
Criteria:
- Proof of current enrollment, delivered as one of the following: enrollment verification letter, acceptance letter, course registration for upcoming semester, screenshot of unofficial transcript.
- Introduction: In 100-200 words, tell us about yourself. Why are you applying for this scholarship? Feel free to include fun facts, an appropriate photograph, or anything that you feel would make you stand out.
- Short Essay: In 300-600 words, write about the following: Why have you chosen to pursue a career in health care and what are the key qualities you possess that will help you be successful?
Deadline: March 31, 2020
Army Nurse Corps Association Scholarship Program
Applicant must be a nursing or anesthesia student who plans to enter the Active Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve and is not participating in a program funded by the Active Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve.
Learn More at http://e-anca.org/Scholarships.
Award: $3,000
Deadline: March 31, 2020
Applicant must be a nursing or anesthesia student who plans to enter the Active Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve and is not participating in a program funded by the Active Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve.
Learn More at http://e-anca.org/Scholarships.
Award: $3,000
Deadline: March 31, 2020
Condie Nursing Scholarship Fund
The Condie Nursing Scholarship Fund was created at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships for both traditional and nontraditional students to begin or advance their nursing careers at a 2-or 4-year college or university.
Criteria:
1. Essay Section on application
2. Submit Student Aid Report (SAR) report from FAFSA.
3. Unofficial Transcript
4. 2 letters of reference from unrelated individuals.
Award: $1000
Deadline: March 31, 2020
The Condie Nursing Scholarship Fund was created at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships for both traditional and nontraditional students to begin or advance their nursing careers at a 2-or 4-year college or university.
Criteria:
1. Essay Section on application
2. Submit Student Aid Report (SAR) report from FAFSA.
3. Unofficial Transcript
4. 2 letters of reference from unrelated individuals.
Award: $1000
Deadline: March 31, 2020
April
Health Care Communicators of San Diego County Scholarship
Criteria:
Deadline: April 1, 2020
American Association of University Women - El Cajon/La Mesa Branch
AAUW La Mesa-El Cajon empowers women and girls by advocating for more women in leadership positions, closing the gender pay gap, and preventing sexual harassment & discrimination. AAUW local, national, and international scholarships educate and support girls in entering STEM careers. We accomplish goals through research, education, and advocacy. For more information on scholarship criteria, please download application on our website.
Award: $2000
Deadline: April 2, 2020
Criteria:
- Write and submit an essay on the topic: “Why I Plan to Enter the Field of Health Care After College Graduation.”
- Entries must be no more than two typed, double-spaced, one-sided pages in length. Please include your name, address, phone number, email address and name of your school with your entry.
- A letter of recommendation must accompany each entry. The letter may be written by a teacher, principal, counselor or professional presently working in the healthcare field. Please limit the letter of recommendation to one page.
- An unofficial copy of your transcripts, or other record of classes taken and grades received, must also accompany each entry.
- Qualified applicants must be high school seniors or college students presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a San Diego County school.
Deadline: April 1, 2020
American Association of University Women - El Cajon/La Mesa Branch
AAUW La Mesa-El Cajon empowers women and girls by advocating for more women in leadership positions, closing the gender pay gap, and preventing sexual harassment & discrimination. AAUW local, national, and international scholarships educate and support girls in entering STEM careers. We accomplish goals through research, education, and advocacy. For more information on scholarship criteria, please download application on our website.
- Female high school graduate or GED without a bachelor’s degree
- Enrolled or accepted in a degree program at a community college, 4-year college or university
- Currently taking courses toward stated goal
- Engaged in leadership activity
- Non-traditional student: at least 23 years of age and having experienced challenges in life and education that differ from traditional four-year path
- Completion of at least 20 college-level credits excluding physical education and remedial classes
- Lives or attends school in North San Diego County including northern city of San Diego
Award: $2000
Deadline: April 2, 2020
BodyLogic MD Scholarship Program
BodyLogicMD is proud to announce its new scholarship program for aspiring medical professionals! Having worked with a network of highly-trained practitioners for over a decade, we understand the level of time, dedication, and education it takes for an individual to embark on a successful and fulfilling medical career. We also understand that the training and education required for a medical career comes with a hefty cost, and that can lead to a lot of stress for people at a time when they need as much focus as possible to navigate this long process, achieve their dreams, and contribute to the greater good as medical professionals.
BodyLogicMD is proud to offer this scholarship program for aspiring medical professionals in their quest to help people overcome their medical issues. Being in a medical field takes a lot of time, dedication, and education, which can come at a large cost, and BodyLogicMD would like to relieve that stress by providing students with this opportunity to achieve their goals.
Award: $5000
Deadline: April 6, 2020
BodyLogicMD is proud to announce its new scholarship program for aspiring medical professionals! Having worked with a network of highly-trained practitioners for over a decade, we understand the level of time, dedication, and education it takes for an individual to embark on a successful and fulfilling medical career. We also understand that the training and education required for a medical career comes with a hefty cost, and that can lead to a lot of stress for people at a time when they need as much focus as possible to navigate this long process, achieve their dreams, and contribute to the greater good as medical professionals.
BodyLogicMD is proud to offer this scholarship program for aspiring medical professionals in their quest to help people overcome their medical issues. Being in a medical field takes a lot of time, dedication, and education, which can come at a large cost, and BodyLogicMD would like to relieve that stress by providing students with this opportunity to achieve their goals.
Award: $5000
Deadline: April 6, 2020
May
Save A Life Scholarship for Students of Health Care and Education
The “Save a Life” Scholarship of, $1,500, is awarded twice per year: once in the spring and once in the fall. Each $1,500 award will go to a different student, in order to maximize the impact of the scholarship, spread the word of the importance first aid and CPR training, and share more stories from future educators and healthcare professionals.
Criteria:
Deadline: May 1, 2020
Qualifying applicants will submit the following information via email to [email protected]
AfterCollege Nursing Student Scholarship
Description: Submit a resume and follow the step by step instructions for the application. AfterCollege offers this quarterly scholarship program for students pursuing professional nursing education. This scholarship program is open to currently enrolled students who are seeking a baccalaureate, master’s, or doctoral degree in nursing.
Award: $500
Deadline: May 31, 2020
The “Save a Life” Scholarship of, $1,500, is awarded twice per year: once in the spring and once in the fall. Each $1,500 award will go to a different student, in order to maximize the impact of the scholarship, spread the word of the importance first aid and CPR training, and share more stories from future educators and healthcare professionals.
Criteria:
- Your name, address, phone number, and email
- Your scholarship essay of between 750 and 1,000 words, explaining your career aspirations, how you plan to advance healthcare and/or education through your work, and what inspired you to commit yourself to this field. Your scholarship essay can be attached as a Word file, or linked as a Google Doc.
- Submit your essay before each deadline. Essays received after the deadline will not be considered.
- Fall Scholarship Deadline - October 1st
- Spring Scholarship Deadline - May 1st
- A copy of your most recent academic transcript to prove enrollment in a qualifying degree program from accredited US institutions.
Deadline: May 1, 2020
Qualifying applicants will submit the following information via email to [email protected]
AfterCollege Nursing Student Scholarship
Description: Submit a resume and follow the step by step instructions for the application. AfterCollege offers this quarterly scholarship program for students pursuing professional nursing education. This scholarship program is open to currently enrolled students who are seeking a baccalaureate, master’s, or doctoral degree in nursing.
Award: $500
Deadline: May 31, 2020
June
NPLOA San Diego County Chapter Scholarships
The National Latino Peace Officers Association is awarding $1,000 twice a year to San Diego's own youth and community in support of their education. Open to all undergraduate students.
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: June 30, 2020
The National Latino Peace Officers Association is awarding $1,000 twice a year to San Diego's own youth and community in support of their education. Open to all undergraduate students.
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: June 30, 2020
Health Care Communicators of San Diego County Scholarship
Criteria:
Deadline: June 30, 2020
Criteria:
- Write and submit an essay on the topic: “Why I Plan to Enter the Field of Health Care After College Graduation.”
- Entries must be no more than two typed, double-spaced, one-sided pages in length. Please include your name, address, phone number, email address and name of your school with your entry.
- A letter of recommendation must accompany each entry. The letter may be written by a teacher, principal, counselor or professional presently working in the healthcare field. Please limit the letter of recommendation to one page.
- An unofficial copy of your transcripts, or other record of classes taken and grades received, must also accompany each entry.
- Qualified applicants must be high school seniors or college students presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a San Diego County school.
Deadline: June 30, 2020
July
Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship
Outstanding high school seniors and undergraduates demonstrating leadership, work experience, and pursuing a career in healthcare are eligible for this award. Must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
Award: $1500
Deadline: July 15h, 2020
Philippine Nurses Association of San Diego
The Philippine Nurses Association of San Diego County, Inc. (PNASD) is offering scholarship awards to students currently in an accredited school of nursing. Please see website for specific criteria.
Award: $1000
Deadline: July 30th, 2020
Outstanding high school seniors and undergraduates demonstrating leadership, work experience, and pursuing a career in healthcare are eligible for this award. Must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
Award: $1500
Deadline: July 15h, 2020
Philippine Nurses Association of San Diego
The Philippine Nurses Association of San Diego County, Inc. (PNASD) is offering scholarship awards to students currently in an accredited school of nursing. Please see website for specific criteria.
Award: $1000
Deadline: July 30th, 2020
August
Redfin Scholarship
Submit application through link.
Award: $2500
Deadline: August 1, 2020
Future Nurse Scholarship
Write a 1-page essay describing where you've been, what motivates you, and your ultimate goals.
Criteria:
Amount: $1000
McLean DDS Medical Scholarship 2020
McLean DDS supports students pursuing a medical degree. Through the McLean DDS Medical Scholarship, we award the winning student $1,000 to be used toward his or her degree.
Criteria: To qualify, undergraduate or graduate students must be majoring in a medical field of study, and attending an accredited college or university based in the USA. Click over Scholarship Name to be redirected to application.
Amount: $1000
The Working Parent College Scholarship Awards Program
Job-Applications.com is proud to announce we will be offering a college scholarship, awarded once a year, designed to help working parents currently enrolled in higher education. We’re here to assist you get the education you need to get the job you’ve always wanted.
Criteria:
Amount: $1000
Submit application through link.
Award: $2500
Deadline: August 1, 2020
Future Nurse Scholarship
Write a 1-page essay describing where you've been, what motivates you, and your ultimate goals.
Criteria:
- Most recent transcripts
- Updated resume
- Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher
- Must consent to provide a digital photo of self and short quote to be displayed on HospitalCareers if notified as the award winner
- Application can be found on the website, please click the link above
Amount: $1000
McLean DDS Medical Scholarship 2020
McLean DDS supports students pursuing a medical degree. Through the McLean DDS Medical Scholarship, we award the winning student $1,000 to be used toward his or her degree.
Criteria: To qualify, undergraduate or graduate students must be majoring in a medical field of study, and attending an accredited college or university based in the USA. Click over Scholarship Name to be redirected to application.
- Tell us about yourself essay
- Transcript submission
Amount: $1000
The Working Parent College Scholarship Awards Program
Job-Applications.com is proud to announce we will be offering a college scholarship, awarded once a year, designed to help working parents currently enrolled in higher education. We’re here to assist you get the education you need to get the job you’ve always wanted.
Criteria:
- Is a full or part-time student who is in an accredited U.S. post-secondary educational institution with a current cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher at that institution; and
- Has worked an average of at least twelve (12) hours for each of the previous four (4) weeks at the time of applying; and
- Is a residential parent of at least one minor child; and
- Is a legal resident of the United States of America; and
- Is currently enrolled and furthering his or her education at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution or program
- Completes and submits the official Application form within the relevant periods for the periodic scholarships to be awarded.
Amount: $1000
September
San Diego Hispanic Nurse Association Scholarship
The San Diego National Association of Hispanic Nurses (SDNAHN) seeks to enhance and support the Nursing profession in San Diego County by providing local nursing students with financial assistance to assist in completing their education. Our mission is to enhance the educational and healthcare needs of the Hispanic community. Scholarships may be awarded to eligible San Diego County students at any level of a nursing degree program who will assist SDNAHN in our mission. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in, or be accepted into a Vocational Nursing or Registered Nursing Associate, Baccalaureate, Graduate, or Post-Graduate degree program in San Diego County or in an online degree nursing program. The student must be in good standing in the degree program, in the community, and meet the criteria of this scholarship application.
Amount: $1000
Deadlines: September 1, 2020
AfterCollege/AACN $10,000 Scholarship Fund
The AfterCollege-AACN Scholarship Fund supports students who are seeking a baccalaureate, master’s or doctoral degree in nursing. Special consideration will be given to students in a graduate program with the goal of becoming a nurse educator; students completing an RN-to-BSN or RN-to-MSN program; and those enrolled in an accelerated program.
Amount: $500
Deadlines: Multiple
More info here
California Nursing Student Association (CNSA) Scholarship
Criteria: Criteria:
The San Diego National Association of Hispanic Nurses (SDNAHN) seeks to enhance and support the Nursing profession in San Diego County by providing local nursing students with financial assistance to assist in completing their education. Our mission is to enhance the educational and healthcare needs of the Hispanic community. Scholarships may be awarded to eligible San Diego County students at any level of a nursing degree program who will assist SDNAHN in our mission. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in, or be accepted into a Vocational Nursing or Registered Nursing Associate, Baccalaureate, Graduate, or Post-Graduate degree program in San Diego County or in an online degree nursing program. The student must be in good standing in the degree program, in the community, and meet the criteria of this scholarship application.
Amount: $1000
Deadlines: September 1, 2020
AfterCollege/AACN $10,000 Scholarship Fund
The AfterCollege-AACN Scholarship Fund supports students who are seeking a baccalaureate, master’s or doctoral degree in nursing. Special consideration will be given to students in a graduate program with the goal of becoming a nurse educator; students completing an RN-to-BSN or RN-to-MSN program; and those enrolled in an accelerated program.
Amount: $500
Deadlines: Multiple
More info here
California Nursing Student Association (CNSA) Scholarship
Criteria: Criteria:
- Must be a member to be eligible to apply - if you are a NUSNA member, you are a member of CNSA chapter (please contact CNSA for login information)
- Application must be completed with involvement, personal statement, unofficial transcript, and letter of recommendation from faculty or chapter advisor
- Award recipients will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on October 4th 2020 during the 2020 CNSA virtual convention
Castle Branch GNSA Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes the outstanding work of nursing students who are advancing the nursing profession through a commitment to innovation, leadership, and/or mentoring.
Criteria:
- Must be enrolled in a graduate nursing program at an AACN member school of nursing.
- Must be a GNSA member (If you are interested in joining the GNSA, please use this link to complete an application, membership is free).
- Must have at least a 3.5 GPA.
- Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Applicants must write an essay (500-word maximum) expressing how they have contributed to the nursing profession through innovation, leadership, and/or peer mentoring.
- Applicants must provide one academic or professional reference.
- Winners will be asked to make a post summarizing their essay in the GNSA Collaboration Community.
Deadline: September 30, 2020 and December 30th, 2020
October
Save A Life Scholarship for Students of Health Care and Education
The “Save a Life” Scholarship of, $1,500, is awarded twice per year: once in the spring and once in the fall. Each $1,500 award will go to a different student, in order to maximize the impact of the scholarship, spread the word of the importance first aid and CPR training, and share more stories from future educators and healthcare professionals.
Criteria:
Deadline: October 1, 2020
Qualifying applicants will submit the following information via email to [email protected]
The “Save a Life” Scholarship of, $1,500, is awarded twice per year: once in the spring and once in the fall. Each $1,500 award will go to a different student, in order to maximize the impact of the scholarship, spread the word of the importance first aid and CPR training, and share more stories from future educators and healthcare professionals.
Criteria:
- Your name, address, phone number, and email
- Your scholarship essay of between 750 and 1,000 words, explaining your career aspirations, how you plan to advance healthcare and/or education through your work, and what inspired you to commit yourself to this field. Your scholarship essay can be attached as a Word file, or linked as a Google Doc.
- Submit your essay before each deadline. Essays received after the deadline will not be considered.
- Fall Scholarship Deadline - October 1st
- Spring Scholarship Deadline - May 1st
- A copy of your most recent academic transcript to prove enrollment in a qualifying degree program from accredited US institutions.
Deadline: October 1, 2020
Qualifying applicants will submit the following information via email to [email protected]
November
ACLS Scholarship for Healthcare Providers
Basic life support is a critical skill for all healthcare providers and advanced and pediatric life support are also practiced by certain nurses and physicians depending on where they are working. Our winner will receive a scholarship to the author of the winning essay, and complimentary access to any of our courses for three runner ups. Our courses include ACLS, BLS, PALS and monitor technician certification.
Amount: $1000
Deadlines: November 1, 2020
The "Test Yourself" Scholarship from STDLABS
The "Test Yourself" Scholarship of $1,500.00 is awarded twice per year: once in the spring and once in the Fall. Each award will be given to a different student, in order to maximize the impact of scholarship, increase awareness, and critical consideration of the stubborn taboos around topics such as STD testing, and share more stories from inspirational people. Please click on link for more information on eligibility and criteria.
Amount: $1500
Deadlines: November 1, 2020
December
Castle Branch GNSA Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes the outstanding work of nursing students who are advancing the nursing profession through a commitment to innovation, leadership, and/or mentoring.
Criteria:
Deadline: September 30, 2019 and December 30th, 2019
This scholarship recognizes the outstanding work of nursing students who are advancing the nursing profession through a commitment to innovation, leadership, and/or mentoring.
Criteria:
- Must be enrolled in a graduate nursing program at an AACN member school of nursing.
- Must be a GNSA member (If you are interested in joining the GNSA, please use this link to complete an application, membership is free).
- Must have at least a 3.5 GPA.
- Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Applicants must write an essay (500-word maximum) expressing how they have contributed to the nursing profession through innovation, leadership, and/or peer mentoring.
- Applicants must provide one academic or professional reference.
- Winners will be asked to make a post summarizing their essay in the GNSA Collaboration Community.
Deadline: September 30, 2019 and December 30th, 2019
Zippia's Annual Dream Job Scholarship
Tell us in 500 words or less, what your dream job would be. Describe your dream job to us and tell us WHY this is your dream job. Consider the following in your essay:
Due Date: December 31, 2020
Tell us in 500 words or less, what your dream job would be. Describe your dream job to us and tell us WHY this is your dream job. Consider the following in your essay:
- Why is this your dream job?
- Is it more about money or happiness? Or both?
- What are you doing to reach your dream job goal?
Due Date: December 31, 2020
Niche Nursing Scholarship
Open to all high-school and undergraduate students pursuing a career in nursing. Must be a legal resident of the U.S.
Amount: $500
Due Date: December 31, 2020
NPLOA San Diego County Chapter Scholarships
The National Latino Peace Officers Association is awarding $1,000 twice a year to San Diego's own youth and community in support of their education. Open to all undergraduate students.
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: December 31, 2020
Open to all high-school and undergraduate students pursuing a career in nursing. Must be a legal resident of the U.S.
Amount: $500
Due Date: December 31, 2020
NPLOA San Diego County Chapter Scholarships
The National Latino Peace Officers Association is awarding $1,000 twice a year to San Diego's own youth and community in support of their education. Open to all undergraduate students.
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: December 31, 2020
The Vohra Wound Care Scholarship for Nursing Education and Nursing Certifications
- Applicants must be nurses or nursing students
- The recipient will receive $1,000 cash, plus full tuition for Vohra’s Wound Care Certification course (valued at $650).
- It only takes a few minutes to enter. Students must fill out the form on this page to become eligible.
- The deadline to apply is December 17, 2020, and the scholarship recipient will be announced on our website on December 31, 2020.
Monthly Scholarships
MyCAA Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship is a workforce development program that provides up to $4,000 of tuition assistance to eligible military spouses. The scholarship helps military spouses pursue licenses, certificates, certifications or associate degrees necessary to gain employment in high demand, high growth portable career fields and occupations. Spouses may use their MyCAA funds at any academic institution approved for participation in the MyCAA Scholarship.
Requirements: Spouses of service members on active duty in pay grades E01 to E-5, W-1 to W-2 and O-1 to O-2 who can start and complete their coursework while their military sponsor is on Title 10 military orders, including spouses married to members of the National Guard and reserve component in these same pay grades. More Info here! and to get started with application Click HERE!
Amount: up to $4000
Deadline: 30 days before course start date- must have active military sponsor/spouse throughout program.
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship is a workforce development program that provides up to $4,000 of tuition assistance to eligible military spouses. The scholarship helps military spouses pursue licenses, certificates, certifications or associate degrees necessary to gain employment in high demand, high growth portable career fields and occupations. Spouses may use their MyCAA funds at any academic institution approved for participation in the MyCAA Scholarship.
Requirements: Spouses of service members on active duty in pay grades E01 to E-5, W-1 to W-2 and O-1 to O-2 who can start and complete their coursework while their military sponsor is on Title 10 military orders, including spouses married to members of the National Guard and reserve component in these same pay grades. More Info here! and to get started with application Click HERE!
Amount: up to $4000
Deadline: 30 days before course start date- must have active military sponsor/spouse throughout program.
Courage To Grow Scholarship
250 words or less why you believe that you should be awarded this scholarship
Awards per month: 1
Award amount: $500.00
http://couragetogrowscholarship.com/
250 words or less why you believe that you should be awarded this scholarship
Awards per month: 1
Award amount: $500.00
http://couragetogrowscholarship.com/
AfterCollege/AACN $10,000 Scholarship Fund
The AfterCollege-AACN Scholarship Fund supports students who are seeking a baccalaureate, master’s or doctoral degree in nursing. Special consideration will be given to students in a graduate program with the goal of becoming a nurse educator; students completing an RN-to-BSN or RN-to-MSN program; and those enrolled in an accelerated program.
Amount: $2500
Nursing Scholarship Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31
More info here!
Study.com Academic Scholarships
Apply to any of the subtopic scholarships that best applies to you.
Submission: Short essay in application on
What is the biggest challenge you have had to overcome in pursuing your degree?
How will winning this scholarship help you achieve your dreams?
and a short bio of yourself.
Award: $500-$1000
Deadline: Depending on Scholarship
The AfterCollege-AACN Scholarship Fund supports students who are seeking a baccalaureate, master’s or doctoral degree in nursing. Special consideration will be given to students in a graduate program with the goal of becoming a nurse educator; students completing an RN-to-BSN or RN-to-MSN program; and those enrolled in an accelerated program.
Amount: $2500
Nursing Scholarship Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31
More info here!
Study.com Academic Scholarships
Apply to any of the subtopic scholarships that best applies to you.
Submission: Short essay in application on
What is the biggest challenge you have had to overcome in pursuing your degree?
How will winning this scholarship help you achieve your dreams?
and a short bio of yourself.
Award: $500-$1000
Deadline: Depending on Scholarship
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Geraldine "Polly" Bednash Scholarship
This scholarship program provides $5,000 in support to outstanding nursing students in baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral programs at AACN member institutions. This is open to students not affiliated with AACN institutions as well.
Requirements: Maintain at least a 3.2 grade point average in current program or at last school attended, Must have submitted your application to a nursing school through NursingCAS (see https://portal.nursingcas.org).
Click here to apply!
Deadline: January 31, April 30, July 31, and October 31.
Amount: $5000
This scholarship program provides $5,000 in support to outstanding nursing students in baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral programs at AACN member institutions. This is open to students not affiliated with AACN institutions as well.
Requirements: Maintain at least a 3.2 grade point average in current program or at last school attended, Must have submitted your application to a nursing school through NursingCAS (see https://portal.nursingcas.org).
Click here to apply!
Deadline: January 31, April 30, July 31, and October 31.
Amount: $5000
Hurst Review and AACN Nursing Scholarship
Hurst Review Services and AACN are partnering to offer a new scholarship program to recognize and reward outstanding students in prelicensure nursing programs. Two scholarships in the amount of $2,500 will be distributed each Fall and Spring to students enrolled in AACN member institutions.
Requirements: Must be a student enrolled at a AACN affiliated school, must download and complete application and write a max 250 word essay (topic info on application).
Click here to apply!
Deadline: January 15th and July 31st.
Amount: $2500
Hurst Review Services and AACN are partnering to offer a new scholarship program to recognize and reward outstanding students in prelicensure nursing programs. Two scholarships in the amount of $2,500 will be distributed each Fall and Spring to students enrolled in AACN member institutions.
Requirements: Must be a student enrolled at a AACN affiliated school, must download and complete application and write a max 250 word essay (topic info on application).
Click here to apply!
Deadline: January 15th and July 31st.
Amount: $2500
Additional Resources
Online Nursing MS
Bookmark their page and check back throughout 2019 as they will be updating this list and adding new nursing scholarships as they become available. Scholarships are available for BSN and MSN programs, should you continue your education! Scroll down on their page for additional tips and tricks on enhancing your scholarship applications. Click the link to be directed to their page!
BSN Education Nursing Scholarships
If you want to become a nurse, you don’t have to let the cost of education get in the way of your dream. There are scholarships available in many areas of nursing, and for all types of people, with special scholarships for LGBTQ, men in nursing and much more. Click the link to be directed to their page, many scholarship opportunities are available throughout the year!
Guide to Paying for Nursing School
CNAClasses.org offers financial advice and provides a resource for researching additional nursing scholarship opportunities.
Johnson & Johnson Nursing
There are many kinds of financial assistance available to help you on your path to a nursing career. Use the link to search for nursing scholarships either Nationally or In California only.
Scholarships for Students who are caregivers
Caregiving is a challenging and demanding role at any age. In addition to the time investment, a 2017 Caring.com survey found that 38 percent of caregivers spend more than 30 hours a week caring for their loved one- caregiving can also be a financial drain.
Among survey respondents, 44 percent of caregivers spend at least $5,000 per year to care for their loved one, with 25 percent spending over $10,000 annually. These challenges can be exacerbated for young caregivers in school, who already face financial constraints and busy schedules while pursuing an education. Click the link to be directed to their page, many scholarships are available for students who are caregivers at home or at work.
UCANGo2 Resources to help you pay for college
UCanGo2 is a Scholarship page made by students for students. The page separates scholarships by month throughout the year and by categories. Categories include: Adult learners, ethnicity, LGBTQ, Military, STEM, and Special Needs. Click the link above to be directed to the website and see which scholarship relates to you!
The San Diego Foundation
Through the San Diego Foundation Community Scholarship Program San Diego County students can receive the financial assistance they need to pursue their educational goals. As the largest private non-university scholarship provider in the county, the Community Scholarship Program operates more than 160 funds and awarded in excess of $2.3 million to more than 1,000 students last year alone. Click the link to be directed to their page!
UCanGo2 is a Scholarship page made by students for students. The page separates scholarships by month throughout the year and by categories. Categories include: Adult learners, ethnicity, LGBTQ, Military, STEM, and Special Needs. Click the link above to be directed to the website and see which scholarship relates to you!
The San Diego Foundation
Through the San Diego Foundation Community Scholarship Program San Diego County students can receive the financial assistance they need to pursue their educational goals. As the largest private non-university scholarship provider in the county, the Community Scholarship Program operates more than 160 funds and awarded in excess of $2.3 million to more than 1,000 students last year alone. Click the link to be directed to their page!
Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and quick, and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school.
Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and quick, and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school.
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