35 Nursing School Scholarships for Fall 2023
Published June 9, 2023 · 4 Min Read
- On average, nursing school tuition can cost anywhere from $12,000-$100,000 per year depending on the degree level.
- If you are already enrolled in a nursing program (undergraduate or postgraduate), you are still eligible for many scholarships.
- Help your scholarship application stand out by making a strong impression and choosing the right references.
Scholarships are a great way to help fund your nursing education because they don't require repayment. Explore these 35 nursing scholarships available for the fall 2023 school year, and discover ways to make your application stand out.
How to Secure a Scholarship for Nursing School
Scholarships can be highly competitive and preference may be given to students based on how well they show that they meet the qualifications. Here’s three simple ways to make an impression:
- An essay introduction that is attention-grabbing (compelling or insightful) can make the difference. Just remember to stay focused on the requested topic.
- Choose references who truly know you and what you have to offer. Selecting references who do not know you that well can lead to a generic recommendation letter.
- Lastly, research the organization’s mission and values. Organizations want to know that you are a good fit. Show that your goals and vision for your future align with the mission and values of the organization.
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35 Nursing School Scholarships for Fall 2023
On average, undergraduate and graduate nursing school tuition can cost from $12,000-$100,000 per year. Securing multiple scholarships can help offset these costs. Discover 35 nursing school scholarships (listed by deadline date) for 2023.
Building Beautiful Futures Scholarship (Powered by Dark & Lovely)
For Black women and women of color who are undergraduate science students or prospective students. Applicants must be a National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) member.
Amount: $10,000 (Renewable for three years)
Deadline: May 21, 2023
Building Beautiful Futures Scholarship (Powered by Dark & Lovely)
National League for Nurses (NLN) Nursing Education Scholarship Award
For postgraduate NLN members who aspire to become nurse educators. Must have completed at least one year of study before June 2023.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 22, 2023
National League for Nurses (NLN) Nursing Education Scholarship Award
Provident Foundation Scholarship
For high schoolers in their senior or college students pursuing a healthcare degree. Applicants must identify as part of an underrepresented minority group and reside in Chicago, Illinois.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: May 26, 2023
AISES A.T. Anderson Scholarship Program
For undergraduate and graduate students of STEM-related majors, including nursing. Must be an enrolled citizen (or descendant) of a tribal indigenous group.
Amount: $1,000 (undergraduate); $2,000 (graduate)
Deadline: May 31, 2023
Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses Academic Scholarship
For entry-level undergraduate and graduate nursing students with an interest in perioperative/surgical nursing.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 31, 2023
Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses Academic Scholarship
Baby 360 Nursing Scholarship
For undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled (or accepted) in a nursing program.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: May 31, 2023
Georgia Nurses Foundation Academic Scholarships
For nursing students at any degree level. Must be a resident of the state of Georgia.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 31, 2023
North Carolina Nurses Association (NCNA) Triad Region Scholarship
For NCNA members enrolled (or accepted) in an BSN or graduate nursing program. Must have lived in the region for at least a year.
Amount: $1,000 to $2,000
Deadline: May 31, 2023
North Carolina Nurses Association (NCNA) Triad Region Scholarship
Anna May Rolando Scholarship Award
For nursing students with a disability. Preference given to graduate applicants who have demonstrated commitment to people with disabilities.
Amount: $500
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Bruno Rolando Scholarship Award
For nursing students who have a disability. Preference given to graduate students who are employed at a Veteran’s hospital.
Amount: $250
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Caroline Simpson Maheady Scholarship Award
For nursing students who have a disability. Preference given to undergraduate applicants of Scottish descent.
Amount: $250
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Coursey Enterprises Student Scholarships
For students enrolled in a nursing program. Must be a first year student.
Amount: up to $250
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Exceptionalnurse.com Scholarships
For nursing students who have a disability. Must provide medical documentation.
Amount: $250 to $500
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Florida Nurses Association Scholarships
For nursing students at any degree level. Must have lived in Florida for at least a year.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA) Scholarship
For registered nurses (RNs) and healthcare professionals enrolled (or accepted) in a nursing/healthcare program. Must be a MNA member with one year of field experience.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Texas Nurse Practitioners (TNP) Foundation Scholarship
For Texas RNs who have completed at least 25% of a nurse practitioner (NP) program. Must be a TNP member that resides in Texas.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Eileen S. and Earl C. Whittemore Advance Practiced/Nurse Practitioner Scholarship
For Mississippi Nurses Association (MNA) members enrolled in an NP program. Must reside in Mississippi.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: June 7, 2023
Eileen S. and Earl C. Whittemore Advance Practiced/Nurse Practitioner Scholarship
Nursing Incentive Scholarship Fund
For nursing students at any degree level. Must reside in Kentucky.
Amount: $1,500 to $3,000
Deadline: June 8, 2023
Texas Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Academic Scholarship
For students enrolled in (or admitted to) a nursing program at any degree level. Must be an ENA member with a Texas assignment.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 10, 2023
Texas Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Academic Scholarship
Nurses For Our Future Scholarship
For New York state residents pursuing an undergraduate nursing degree. Out-of-state residents must be willing to relocate to the state to be eligible.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 14, 2023
Cherokee Nation Higher Education Scholarship
For students with registered Cherokee Nation citizenship pursuing an initial undergraduate or graduate nursing degree.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 15, 2023
Continental Society, Daughters of Indian Wars Scholarship
For students enrolled (or accepted) in a nursing program. Applicants must be an enrolled tribe member planning to work with the tribe or nation in education or social services.
Amount: $2,500 to $5,000
Deadline: June 15, 2023
Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation, Inc. Nursing Scholarship
For students pursuing a BSN or graduate nursing degree. Must have graduated from a high school in Montana.
Amount: $2,000 up to $7,000 (undergraduate students); 2,000 (graduate students)
Deadline: June 15, 2023
Probo Medical Scholarship
For students in their final year of high school or undergraduate program pursuing degrees in the medical field. Applicants must submit an essay that answers a prompt about how to make healthcare more accessible and affordable.
Amount: $500
Deadline: June 21, 2023
The Katie Brush Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Scholarship
For students enrolled in a critical care CNS program. Must be a member of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists.
Amount: up to $2,000
Deadline: June 26, 2023
The Katie Brush Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Scholarship
Golden State Nursing Foundation Scholarship
For nursing students enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral program. Two awards available for each degree level. Applicants must reside in California.
Amount: $500
Deadline: June 30, 2023
ImVein Healthcare Scholarship
For students pursuing a degree in a healthcare field. Must be enrolled (or accepted) in a graduate or doctoral program.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: July 1, 2023
NurseThink® - American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Scholarship
For students enrolled in graduate or doctoral programs at AACN institutions who desire to become nursing faculty.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: July 15, 2023
NurseThink® - American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Scholarship
Antibodies-Online Annual University Scholarship
For high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students enrolled in a life science (or related) degree program in Fall 2023.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: July 20, 2023
Geraldine Polly Bednash Scholarship
For nursing students (or applicants) at any degree level at an AACN institution.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: July 31, 2023
Nurses Make a Difference Scholarship
For undergraduate nursing students or high school students pursuing a nursing degree. Awarded by Cascade Healthcare Solutions.
Amount: up to $1,000
Deadline: August 1, 2023
Alabama Board of Nursing Graduate Scholarship
For applicants with a registered nurse license in Alabama pursuing a graduate nursing degree. Must have lived in Alabama for at least one year.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: August 31, 2023
Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) Individual Education Scholarship
For HPNA members pursuing a nursing degree at any degree level. Must currently work in a hospice/palliative care setting.
Amount: $750 to $3,000
Deadline: August 31, 2023
Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) Individual Education Scholarship
Helping Hands for Single Moms
For second-year (or higher) nursing students living in Phoenix, Arizona or Dallas, Texas. Must be a single or divorced parent of a young child.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Rolling
Promise of Nursing Faculty Fellowship
For BSN-prepared RNs enrolled in a postgraduate nursing program in California. Must have completed at least six course credits prior to application date. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and commitment to work in a nurse educator role after graduation.
Amount: $1,000 to $7,500 per academic year
Deadline: Rolling
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