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Nursing Scholarships

Empower Future Nurses Through Education and Opportunity

The Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing has witnessed incredible journeys, all made possible by the generous support of our community. We understand that financial challenges can hinder academic success, and that's why we're committed to breaking down those barriers. With the help of philanthropic gifts, our students are not only receiving an education; they're embarking on pathways to become change-makers and healers in our ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

Nursing Scholarships and Aid

Discover the range of scholarships available to deserving nursing students. These scholarships, generously provided by individuals and organizations, pave the way for excellence in education and care.

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline: 

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full time student in the BSN program
  • Documented financial need
  • Good academic standing, GPA at least 3.0
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond

Additional Information:

Submit your application here

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline: 

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full time BSN student
  • Documented financial need
  • Good academic standing, GPA at least 3.0
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond
  • Application essay must clearly indicate the interest in oncology nursing and the
    intent to provide nursing care for cancer patients. Include an explain if you have
    a background in cancer care or a personal experience that has led you to this
    interest.

Additional Information:

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline: 

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full-time MSN or BSN to DNP student in the Family Nurse Practitioner program
  • Good academic standing, GPA of at least 3.0
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • MSN students must be in the 2nd semester to the 7th semester; BSN to DNP students must be in the 2nd to 5th semester
  • Must have worked with organizations that are supporting underserved populations – as a student, volunteer, or have worked in a professional capacity with these populations.

 

Application Information:

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline: 

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full-time student in a clinical nursing program
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Good academic standing, GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond

Additional Information:

Submit your application here

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline: 

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full time BSN student
  • Documented financial need
  • Good academic standing, GPA at least 3.0
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond

Additional Information:

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00 

Deadline:            

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Full-time student in a clinical nursing program
Good disciplinary standing
Good academic standing, GPA of 3.0 or higher
Be in 1st semester or beyond

Additional Information:

Submit your application here

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00 

Deadline:            

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full time BSN student
  • Documented financial need
  • Good academic standing, GPA at least 3.0
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond
  • Application essay must clearly indicate the interest in oncology nursing and the
    intent to provide nursing care for cancer patients. Include an explain if you have
    a background in cancer care or a personal experience that has led you to this
    interest.

Additional Information:

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline: 

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full-time student in a clinical nursing program
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Good academic standing, GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond

Additional Information:

Submit your application here

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

Award Amount: $1,000.00 

Deadline:            

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full time BSN student
  • Documented financial need
  • Good academic standing, GPA at least 3.0
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond

Additional Information:

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Full time student in a clinical nursing program
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Good academic standing, GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Be in 1st semester or beyond
  • Application essay must express an interest in working with acutely or chronically
    ill children and their families and indicate the plan to seek employment in such a
    unit upon graduation.

Additional Information:

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: Full tuition payment, or an apportioned amount of your tuition, for one year, renewal on an annual basis at the direction of the Dean of Nursing, for up to four years.

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Entering, first-year BSN applicant who has not completed another bachelor’s degree.  Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and resident of Florida, as defined for in-state tuition purposes. 

      Consideration for awards will be given to students from

    1. low-income family
    2. school districts with high drop-out rates
    3. single-parent families
    4. families in which few or no members have attended college

Diversity:

  • The Dean intends to create diversity on campus, to create an intellectual environment that reflects that diversity.  The Division will consider several actions in deciding whether to award a scholarship based on diversity, including race, national origin, personal background, experience, opinions, cultural background, and other factors.

Additional Information:

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Full-time student in a clinical nursing program
Good disciplinary standing
Good academic standing, GPA of 3.0 or higher
Be in 1st semester or beyond

Additional Information:

Submit your application here

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Award Amount:  $1,000.00  

Deadline: 

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility requirements: submit one application for consideration for all available opportunities 

Full time student BSN student on Fort Myers campus 
Documented financial need 
Good academic standing, GPA at least 3.0 
Good disciplinary standing 
Be in 1st semester or beyond  

Additional Information:

Submit your application here

You will receive an email confirmation within 15 minutes after you submit your application.

 

Agency Scholarships

Explore scholarships administered by various agencies. These scholarships recognize outstanding achievements and support those dedicated to advancing healthcare.

Award Amount: $2,500

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Varies

Additional Information:

Contact:

Email: mokoniewski@aacnnursing.org

 

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Varies

Additional Information:

Contact:

Email: info@everynurse.org

 

Award Amount: 3 awards of $1,000

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be currently pursuing one of the following degrees or certifications: LPN/LVN, RN, BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, DNP, OT, OTA, OTD, PT, PTA, DPT, MLS, MLT, AT, MA, PA, CST, Respiratory Therapy, or comparable health science specialty.
Must be enrolled in the upcoming academic school year (2022-2023).
Must be a student in good standing with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Must be a student in the U.S. or Canada (Must be a citizen, legal resident, or holder of a valid student visa)

Additional Information:

Website

Contact:

Email: Scholarship@FADavis.com 

Award Amount: $5,000

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Maintain at least a 3.2 grade point average in current program or at last school attended.
Be admitted or enrolled in a baccalaureate or higher degree nursing program at an AACN member institution affiliated with CastleBranch. OR have submitted your application to a nursing school through NursingCAS.

Additional Information:

Website

Contact:

Email: cproulx@aacnnursing.org

Award Amount: $20,000

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Full time student in the ABSN or BSN program
Good academic standing
Good disciplinary standing

Additional Information:

Flyer
Website

Contact:

Email: EFDVNursingScholarship@hcahealthcare.com

Award Amount: $2,500

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Maintain at least a 3.2 grade point average in current program or at last school attended.
Be admitted or enrolled in an entry-level baccalaureate or higher degree nursing program at an AACN member institution.
Winners must be in good academic standing at their institutions.

Additional Information:

Website

Contact:

Email: cproulx@aacnnursing.org

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline:            

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Varies

Additional Information:

Application

 

 

Award Amount: $1,000

Deadline:           

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Eligibility Requirements:

Be a legal U.S. resident,
A student pursuing a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph. D. in nursing at an accredited U.S. nursing school
Be 18 years of age or older
Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Additional Information:

Website

Contact:

Email: info@travelnursesource.com 

Grants, Opportunities, and Residencies

Unlock additional options for financial support and career growth through grants, opportunities, and residencies. We believe in nurturing talent and enabling students to reach their full potential.

 

Healthcare Professionals Loan Repayment Program

Award Amount: Up to $50,000 repayment towards nursing school loans

  • $20,000 will be applied to an education loan for each of the first two years
  • $10,000 will be applied to an education loan for the third year

Deadline:

  • Winter: January 5th
  • Fall: August 23rd

Requirements:

  • Must be a nursing professional serving on the U.S. Army Reserve health care team

Additional Information:

Gifts and Donations

Why Support Future Shark Nurses

At the NSU College of Nursing, we believe that every contribution has the power to transform lives and elevate healthcare. Here are the top three reasons why you should support future Shark nurses:

image of hands holding heart Empower Tomorrow's Healers

Your donation directly empowers the next generation of nurses. By investing in their education, you're providing aspiring healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to tackle complex challenges in healthcare. Your support cultivates leaders who will make a difference in patients' lives.

graphic of man figure with dollar signsBreak Down Financial Barriers

Many students face financial hurdles in becoming nurses. Your generosity helps break down these barriers by offering scholarships that alleviate the burden of tuition fees and expenses. By supporting talented students, you're fostering a diverse and inclusive nursing community.

graphic of hands holding heartShape a Healthier Future Together

Your donation isn't just an investment in education; it's an investment in better healthcare for all. Graduates carry your support with them as they drive positive change in communities near and far, promoting wellness and compassion. 

 

Join Us in Making a Difference

Your support will create a lasting impact on the lives of students, families, and communities. Championing a future Shark nurse helps us build a world where quality healthcare knows no bounds. Together, we're shaping the landscape of nursing and fostering a legacy of care, compassion, and excellence.

Ready to make a meaningful contribution? Donate now or contact Shari Meehan at 954-262-1510 or smeehan@nova.edu to discover how you can shape the destiny of a nursing student, inspire others to create change, and enrich your own life through the gift of education.

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