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Search for nursing scholarships
Searching for nursing scholarships can be time-consuming. To help speed up the process, we’ve compiled a list of scholarships specifically for nursing students, as well as other financial aid resources to help make nursing school more affordable.
NAU Foundation
These scholarships are based on race, gender and ethnicity. Apply for NAU Foundation scholarships through ScholarshipUniverse. Contact the NAU Foundation at naufoundation@nau.edu or 928-523-6590.
- Student must be an enrolled full-time undergraduate student (12 or more credit hours).
- Must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above.
- Must be an Arizona resident.
- Must submit a letter of recommendation and unofficial transcripts.
- Student must submit a narrative describing their background and how this scholarship will help them meet their educational goals.
Must be an undergraduate student who demonstrates financial need and who has been accepted into the professional portion of one of the programs in the health sciences field. Preference shall be given when possible to Native Americans (Navajo) if not already adequately funded financially.
(a) An undergraduate BSN student at the sophomore level or above
• Undergraduate who has completed the freshman year courses with a GPA which is acceptable for entering the Nursing program
• Financial need, as determined by Federal regulations
• Registered for a minimum of 6 semester hours (12 hours = full time)
• Preference for minority students who 1) express an interest in returning to their communities or culture to help their people (Native American tribal members, Hispanic, African Americans, Asians, etc.) 2) are bilingual 3) are first generation college students
(b) Upper class RN-BSN completion level student
• Undergraduate at the junior level or above
• Financial need, as determined by Federal regulations
• Registered part-time or full-time (often single parents who work)
• Same preference for minority students as stated in (a) above
• RN status from an accredited AD Nursing program
This fund shall be used to provide scholarships to students enrolled at Northern Arizona University that meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 50% Native American belonging to either Arizona or Louisiana tribes only;
- Class standing of junior or above;
- Maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5 [where A = 4.0];
- Preference shall be given to those students who are preparing to enter the health sciences areas which include nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy and medical technology.
This fund shall be used to support minority students who are pursuing a degree leading to postgraduate studies in the Health Sciences or professions leading to the Health Sciences. The latter could include but is not limited to Nursing, Medicine, Public Health, Dentistry, Veterinary Sciences, and the Biological Sciences. The goal of this award is to improve student retention and academic success.
This fund shall be used to support undergraduate Native American Students although other minority students or any student with a specific need could be selected by a scholarship committee for awards. The student must be enrolled at Northern Arizona University as an undergraduate student. The student must have completed one semester (12 hours) towards a degree to be eligible to apply and receive a scholarship award. The committee will develop an application form that requires students to write an essay describing how they would benefit from the award.
This fund shall be used to provide scholarships to support students who meet the following criteria: a. undergraduate or graduate student in the School of Nursing; b. Preference given to a female, single parent; c. Demonstrates financial need; d. Maintains a grade point average of 3.5 (where A = 4.0).
More nursing scholarships
Established by Burley and Josephine Blunk in loving memory of their son, Allen Blunk.
Criteria:
- Good academic standing
- Financial need
Established by a bequest of Arizona Hazlewood, a long time resident of Globe, Arizona and friend of Northern Arizona University alumna Marie Hachtel.
Criteria:
- Must be a nursing major at Northern Arizona University
- Financial need
Established for Barbara Cline, a 1969 graduate of NAU’s nursing program. She worked for over 20 years in Flagstaff’s nursing community, at FMC and in a local doctor’s office.
Criteria: Dedicated and deserving undergraduate or graduate Northern Arizona University student accepted by the School of Nursing who has done one or more of the following:
- Acquired mature judgment
- Held jobs after high school
- Become divorced
- Worked as nurses’ aide and wishes to continue education
- Developed high morals and ideals of service
Established in memory of Betty Jean Laman by her family and friends. Betty Jean Laman came to school for a nursing degree after raising her family. She graduated 2nd in the class and was known as a “class mother.” Betty Jean was killed in an accident two years after her graduation.
Criteria:
- Must be a deserving nursing student who has successfully completed the first year of the nursing program at the time this scholarship is received
- Financial need
Established by Dr. Lindquist, Medical Oncologist and Avatar Master, to encourage nursing students to explore the area of Oncology as a career choice, and to remind that as we give compassion to others, we must also remember to simultaneously give it to ourselves as caregivers.
Criteria:
- Full-time undergraduate junior or senior in the BSN program at NAU
- Maintains a GPA of 3.0 or above
- Financial need
- Preference given to a student with an interest in oncology
Established by her husband in memory of Dawn Fenski-Lopez. Dawn began her career as a manufacturing associate with W. L. Gore and Associates, a medical device manufacturer. She spent the next 22 years with the company, eventually working her way up to the role of Foreign Regulatory Affairs Associate. Dawn’s work inspired in her an interest in healthcare studies. She decided that returning to school to pursue a degree in nursing would broaden her understanding of the impact of medical devices on diseases and disorders of the body. Her goal was cut short when in 2002 she suffered a stroke which forced her to retire to focus on her rehabilitation. Dawn touched many lives in the Flagstaff community and developed lasting friendships with people from a number of different countries. It is in her memory and her love of life that her family created this scholarship. It is her hope that in some small way we can help others achieve one goal that she was never able to complete.
Criteria:
- Nursing major
- Full-time undergraduate
- Financial need
Established in loving memory of Eleanor Joan Kellis. Eleanor Kellis received her nursing degree from Good Samaritan School of Nursing in Phoenix, AZ. Eleanor enjoyed adventure and helping others. She worked in a variety of areas of nursing and as a volunteer for the American Red Cross and Children’s Hospital. She provided patient care at several hospitals and found her niche in Utilization Review. Joan’s father, brother, mother-in-law, and brother-in-law all received degrees from NAU.
Criteria:
Deserving nursing student, to be decided by the School of Nursing scholarship committee in coordination with the NAU Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. No specific criteria.
Established by Harold and Marion Elliott as a tangible demonstration of their lifelong support and involvement in the education of the young people of Yuma, AZ. Both have their BA and Master’s degrees from NAU. Their devotion to education and loyalty to NAU translated into a number of volunteer leadership rolls for NAU. Each of them served as president of a major support organization of the university: Harold as president of the NAU Alumni Association and Marion as president of the NAU Foundation.
Criteria:
- Yuma enrolled senior undergraduate student or a graduate student enrolled in the nursing program
- Maintains a GPA of 3.0 or above
- Must show promise in their academic field
Memorial established for Holly Hart-Vande Veegaete, who was a nursing student, and for her son, who died in an automobile accident.
Criteria:
Must have completed the first year of the nursing program
Financial need
Established by Brenda Dorman in memory of her son, Jory Dorman, an NAU Student and Flagstaff High School graduate who died tragically.
Criteria:
- Must be admitted into the Nursing program at Northern Arizona University
- A Flagstaff area high school graduate
- Maintains a GPA of 3.0 or above
Established by Jean and Gilbert Sechrist, MD, in honor of their daughter Lisa Sechrist Lipke. The Sechrist family has a long history in the Flagstaff medical community. Charles Sechrist (grandfather to Lisa), came to Flagstaff and co-founded the Flagstaff Hospital and was a physician-surgeon. Gilbert Sechrist, son of Charles, was a prominent pediatrician in Flagstaff until his retirement. Lisa followed in the family’s footsteps, earning her nursing degree from NAU in 1995. She has been a nurse in telemetry, medical/surgical, and pediatric sub-acute oncology. This scholarship is to honor this tradition and support the health of our communities.
Criteria:
- Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate junior or senior in the BSN program
- Maintains a GPA of 3.0 or above
- Arizona resident
- Financial need
Established by Marge Maston, a 1989 graduate of NAU, to express her gratitude for the excellent care delivered by nurses, and to encourage others to follow the example of the nurses who work so selflessly and tirelessly to help others in times of great need.
Criteria:
For a full-time nursing student (12 credit hours or more) in good standing.
Established in honor of Martha Chapman. Martha was born and raised in Morenci, AZ. She received a degree in nursing from Washington University in St. Louis, MO. A former surgical nurse, she came to NAU when it was Arizona State College (ASC) in Flagstaff, where she was employed as the college nurse at ASC Health Center with Dr. Martin Fronske. She left the university and was employed as a school nurse in the Flagstaff public schools from where she retired.
Criteria:
- Accepted to nursing program
- Full-time student
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or better
- A high school graduate from Northern Arizona (preferred)
This scholarship will offer (2) $5,000 Scholarships annually beginning in academic year 2019–2020 to students who meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled full-time in the BSN program on Flagstaff Campus;
- Arizona resident and US citizen;
- Junior or Senior level;
- Grade point average of 3.0 or greater (4.0 = A);
- A one-page essay that describes the student’s commitment to the healthcare needs of northern Arizona and his/her intention to work in the region upon graduation (Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo, and/or Yavapai counties);
Students who continue to meet the award criteria may reapply for this scholarship.
If a selected recipient only has one semester remaining at the time of the award, they will only receive $2,500 for that semester.
This scholarship will offer (2) $5,000 Scholarships annually beginning in academic year 2019–2020 to students who meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled full-time in the American Indian Program, Fort Defiance;
- Arizona resident and US citizen;
- Junior or Senior level;
- Grade point average of 3.0 or greater (4.0 = A);
- A one-page essay that describes the student’s commitment to the healthcare needs of northern Arizona and his/her intention to work in the region upon graduation (Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo, and/or Yavapai counties);
Students who continue to meet the award criteria may reapply for this scholarship.
If a selected recipient only has one semester remaining at the time of the award, they will only receive $2,500 for that semester.
This scholarship will offer one (1) $5,000 scholarship annually beginning in academic year 2019–2020 to students who meet the following criteria:
- Full-time or part-time student enrolled in the Concurrent Enrollment RN to BSN at Northern Arizona University and Coconino Community College;
- Arizona resident and US citizen;
- Junior or senior class level;
- Grade point average of 3.0 or greater (4.0 = A);
- A one-page essay that describes the student’s commitment to the healthcare needs of northern Arizona and his/her intention to work in the region upon graduation (Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo, and/or Yavapai counties);
Students who continue to meet the award criteria may reapply for this scholarship.
If a selected recipient only has one semester remaining at the time of the award, they will receive $2,500 for that semester.
This fund was established to provide support to Yuma County residents pursuing a degree in nursing in the NAU/AWC educational partnership in Yuma.
Criteria:
- Resident of Yuma County
- Enrolled in NAU/Yuma partnership program
- Majoring in Nursing
- Maintains a GPA of 3.0 or above
Established by the Nicolls family to honor the character of Ruth and her life practices of demonstration of integrity and ethical life choices, while incorporating the ideals of community, commitment, and care within the healthcare profession. Ruth Nicolls taught in the NAU nursing program from 1979 to 2002.
Criteria:
- Undergraduate BSN student at the sophomore level or above
- Completed the freshman year courses with at least a 3.0 GPA
- Registered for a minimum of six semester hours
- Financial need
- Preference for students who reflect characteristics of ethic and integrity, people skills, volunteer work, community commitment and care, and are bilingual
Established by Lambda Omicron Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International
Criteria:
- Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in the nursing program part time or full time
- Financial need
- Minimum GPA of 2.5
As our senior population grows, the Peaks Senior Living Community wants to support RNs to complete their BSN degrees.
Criteria:
- Must be a registered nurse and returning to NAU for their BS in nursing
- Enrolled full-time at NAU
- Maintains a 3.0 GPA or above
Established by friends and family in loving memory of Corine Turner and Linda Davis, who were killed by a hit and run driver. During Corine’s career, she was a school nurse for Gila Bend High School for 30 years and implemented the Diabetes Prevention Program on the San Lucy Reservation. Linda, with her steadfastness, helped to build a successful family business and was a beacon of hope with her commitment to serve wherever she was needed. Together they volunteered their time at school and community functions. An annual walk is held in memory of the two best friends. Proceeds are donated to the scholarship to embrace the women’s “Pay it Forward” philosophy.
Criteria:
- Yuma enrolled full-time nursing program undergraduate
- Maintains a 3.0 GPA or above
- Financial need
Established by Dorothy Morrow Warnock to support students in the pursuit of their nursing degrees.
Criteria:
- Undergraduate or graduate nursing student
- Enrolled full-time
- Maintains a GPA of 2.5 or above
- US citizen
- Financial need
One of the Army Nurse Corps Association’s major initiatives is the scholarship program. Its purpose is the support of nursing education through scholarship funding to worthy students who are US citizens in an accredited program in baccalaureate or graduate nursing, anesthesia, or related healthcare field.
Criteria: Students currently enrolled in an accredited baccalaureate or advanced degree program in nursing, nurse anesthesia, or related healthcare field who:
- are serving or have previously served in any branch, and at any rank, of a component of the US Army (active army, army national guard and army reserve)
- are not currently receiving funding by a component of the US Army (i.e., scholarship ROTC students and students receiving full GI Bill benefits are not eligible)
- as applicable have had an honorable discharge
- or Nursing or anesthesia students whose parent(s), spouse, or child(ren) is serving or has served in a component of the US Army
The Flagstaff Medical Center Health Professions Scholarship will be awarded to a full-time, Junior or Senior health professions or nursing graduate or undergraduate student in the College of Health and Human Services. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above is required, must be a US citizen, reside in northern Arizona, display evidence of commitment and service to health care and consider working at FMC following graduation.
Criteria:
- Majoring in an academic discipline within the NAU School of Health Professions
- Enrolled as a full-time student
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 at time of selection
- Must be a US citizen
- Must be at the junior or senior level
- Must be a resident of the Northern Arizona region
- Following graduation from the NAU School of Health Professions, the student is expected to consider working at Flagstaff Medical Center
- Must display evidence of commitment to health care field by either volunteer work or community involvement or similar contributions
Private donor scholarships
This scholarship was established in Danise Barry’s memory at the ten year mark of her passing to carry on the spirit of giving and healing that so deeply defined her life.
The scholarship is open to undergraduate students enrolled in a nursing program at Northern Arizona University (NAU). Students may apply for one of (2) $500 scholarships. These scholarships are a one time award per person, and can be used for any academic books and tuition.
Criteria
Email DBMScholarship@outlook.com by the deadline with the following information:
Your first and last name
Your personal bio (300 words or less)
Your major
Intended graduation date
Email address
A 500 word essay about why you chose the nursing field
As strong advocates for higher learning, Woodfield Laundromat is proud to give back to the community and help ambitious students progress along their academic journeys. This semi-annual scholarship will award two students $500 each.
Eligibility and application details:
Applicants must be currently enrolled at an accredited 2-year college or 4-year university. Students of all majors are encouraged to apply.
• Two students will be selected to receive $500 in scholarship funds based on merit, such as their winning essay responses to two essay prompts.
• Scholarship funds must be used to pay for qualified expenses, including tuition, books and on-campus room and board.
• To enter, applicants are encouraged to send their submission to Scholarships@WoodfieldLaundromat.com, along with their name, college/university, expected year of graduation, and intended major.
• The deadline for submissions is Monday, September 16, 2019 at 11:59 P.M. The winner will be notified individually and announced before September 30, 2019.
The Last House is dedicated to furthering the personal development of those who are trying to improve their lives. In that spirit, we are offering a $1,000 college scholarship to individuals who are interested in mental health education. Ideally, we would like to choose a candidate whose life has been affected by Drugs or Alcohol and who is looking to help those who are still suffering
The application deadline is 12/10/19.
The Nova Recovery Center Academic Scholarship is an educational scholarship designed to support students who are pursuing an education in the addiction treatment and behavioral health industries. A scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded to two students who submit an essay addressing a writing prompt of our choosing.
The application deadline is 10/1/19.
A constituent league of the National League for Nursing (NLN), is offering 3 scholarships of $500 in 2018 to support current or future nurse educators. We are requesting your assistance to advertise these scholarships. Two scholarships will be awarded to current students in a graduate nursing program who plan to teach nursing in Arizona full-time after degree completion. The third scholarship is targeted for students who are currently RNs and are enrolled in an ADN to BSN program.
The Recovery Village is dedicated to maintaining exceptional service at our alcohol and drug rehab facilities while providing unique opportunities for education and personal development. As part of this commitment, The Recovery Village is offering a $1,000 scholarship to students pursuing a medical-related course of study.
To enter to win a $1,000 scholarship, simply submit a short essay (no more than 500 words) describing why you are passionate about substance use disorder and mental health treatment. Essays can be in the form of a personal narrative with a medical perspective or focus specifically on clinical experience.
Do you have a compelling recovery story? Have you witnessed the challenges that addiction can present, or helped someone overcome substance use disorder? Share your experience and describe why you are eager to enter the health care field for a chance to be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Learn more.
Senior citizens are one of the most important and often neglected groups in our society. There are many issues associated with age, such as poor mobility, Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia, depression and many others. It is important that we care for seniors, especially when they need our care the most. It is also extremely important to bring light to issues and problems that effect senior citizens, so that we as a society can solve them. Learn More.
Boster Bio is an antibody manufacturer who specializes in high sensitivity, high-specificity, ELISA kits and WB/IHC compatible antibodies. Boster Bio is offering a $1,000 scholarship for young scientists either graduating high school or attending college. The deadline to submit an application is December 31, 2020. Learn more.
The mission of Addiction Resource Center is to break down the barriers and stigmas that surround abuse with free and valuable information. There is a $1,000 scholarship available for this coming Spring 2021 semester. The scholarship is for full-time students pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate degree. A first and runner-up prize is available through an essay contest, highlighting a subject that is common amongst students—binge drinking on college campuses. Learn more.
The Arizona Nurses Association, along with the Foundation of National Student Nurses’ Association, offer scholarships for pre-licensure and RN to Nurse Educator Roles.
RN to BSN Scholarship by RegisteredNursing.org
RN to MSN Scholarship by RegisteredNursing.org
40 Scholarships for Nursing Students by BestColleges.com
Giva Nursing Student Scholarship
Funding Your Nursing School Education Accredited Schools Online
Behavioral and Health Scholarship
F.A. Davis Nursing Scholarships
Medical Assistant Scholarships
Nursing License Map Scholarships