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Nursing Scholarships (2026) — Complete Directory by State & Degree | MyNursingSchools 25 scholarship programs for nursing students at every level. Federal grants, state awards, association scholarships, and military benefits — organized by category and searchable by state.

States with Dedicated Awards Find Accredited Nursing Programs Eligible for These Scholarships Browse programs from schools that qualify for federal and state scholarship funding.

Select Program Type BSN (Bachelor's) ADN (Associate's) RN to BSN LPN / LVN MSN (Master's) DNP (Doctorate) Certificate How to Maximize Your Nursing Scholarship Awards Most nursing students leave scholarship money on the table by only applying to one or two programs. A strategic multi-layer approach — federal + state + association — can eliminate most or all out-of-pocket tuition costs.

FAFSA unlocks federal Pell Grants, subsidized loans, and is required for many state and institutional scholarship applications. File as early as October 1. HRSA Nurse Corps covers full tuition + stipend for qualifying students.

It's competitive — apply early and ensure your program is CCNE/ACEN accredited. Your state may have loan repayment programs, nurse educator scholarships, or shortage area grants that layer on top of federal awards. Check your state page below.

Apply to Association Scholarships NSNA Foundation gives 100+ awards per year. ANA Foundation, NBNA, NAHN, and specialty association awards are less competitive than national programs. National Nursing Scholarships — Full Directory 15 national programs open to qualified nursing students in all 50 states.

Amounts and deadlines reflect the 2026 award cycle. Federal Program 2 award s HRSA Nurse Corps Scholarship Program Full tuition + fees + $1,490/month stipend Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) US citizen enrolled in an accredited nursing program. Requires 2-year service commitment at a Critical Shortage Facility after graduation.

Covers full tuition, required fees, and other educational costs Monthly living stipend of $1,490 during enrollment Service obligation at a Critical Shortage Facility in a high-need community 📅 Deadline: May (varies by year) 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, NP ✓ Renewable Visit Program → Indian Health Service Health Professions Scholarship Full tuition + fees + $1,459/month stipend Indian Health Service (IHS) American Indian or Alaska Native enrolled in nursing or other health professions program.

Service commitment required.

Available to American Indian/Alaska Native nursing students Full tuition plus monthly stipend Service commitment at IHS or tribal health programs 📅 Deadline: March (varies by year) 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, NP, any ✓ Renewable Visit Program → Nursing Association 6 award s AACN Educational Advancement Scholarships American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Students in AACN member institution BSN, MSN, or doctoral programs.

Various specialty scholarships available. Multiple award categories including specialty focus areas Open to students at AACN member nursing programs Separate awards for BSN, MSN, and doctoral students 📅 Deadline: Rolling (varies by award) 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD Visit Program → AANP Foundation Scholarship American Association of Nurse Practitioners Foundation NP students enrolled in an accredited nurse practitioner program.

Must be AANP member. Specifically for nurse practitioner students Multiple awards given each cycle 📅 Deadline: October 🎓 Levels: NP, MSN, DNP Visit Program → American Nurses Foundation Nursing Scholarship American Nurses Foundation RNs pursuing additional nursing education (BSN through doctoral level). Must demonstrate financial need.

For RNs advancing their nursing education Financial need-based component Awarded by the American Nurses Association's philanthropic arm 📅 Deadline: May 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD Visit Program → NSNA Foundation Scholarship National Student Nurses' Association Foundation Nursing students (LPN/LVN through doctoral) enrolled in accredited programs. Must be NSNA member.

One of the largest nursing student scholarship programs Over 100 awards given annually Covers all nursing degree levels from LPN through doctoral 📅 Deadline: January 15 🎓 Levels: LPN, ADN, BSN, MSN, DNP Visit Program → Emergency Nurses Association Foundation Scholarships Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Foundation ENA members pursuing advanced nursing education with an interest in emergency nursing.

Multiple specialty awards available. For nurses with interest in emergency or trauma nursing Multiple scholarship categories at different award levels 📅 Deadline: June 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, NP, DNP Visit Program → AORN Foundation Scholarship AORN Foundation (Perioperative Nurses) RNs pursuing perioperative nursing certification or advanced degrees. AORN membership preferred.

Specifically for perioperative (surgical) nurses Supports certification and advanced education Administered by the AORN Foundation 📅 Deadline: March 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN Visit Program → Diversity Award 2 award s National Black Nurses Association Scholarship National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) Black nursing students enrolled in an accredited nursing program (all levels). Must be NBNA member.

Dedicated to supporting Black nursing students Awards across all nursing degree levels Promotes diversity in the nursing workforce 📅 Deadline: April 15 🎓 Levels: LPN, ADN, BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD Visit Program → National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) Hispanic/Latino nursing students enrolled in accredited programs. Academic achievement and community involvement considered.

For Hispanic/Latino nursing students Considers both academic merit and community service Multiple award levels available 📅 Deadline: June 🎓 Levels: LPN, ADN, BSN, MSN Visit Program → Military / Service 2 award s Army Nurse Corps Active Duty Health Professions Loan Repayment Up to $40,000/year in loan repayment RNs or student nurses willing to serve as Army officers. Active duty or Reserve commission options.

Significant loan repayment for military service Active duty or Reserve options Officer commission in the Army Nurse Corps 📅 Deadline: Rolling (recruiter contact required) 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, NP ✓ Renewable Visit Program → Navy Nurse Corps NROTC Nursing Scholarship Full tuition + fees + monthly stipend Accepted to or enrolled in an accredited BSN program. Must qualify for Navy officer commission.

Full tuition coverage through NROTC Monthly stipend during enrollment Commission as a Navy Nurse Corps officer upon graduation 📅 Deadline: January 🎓 Levels: BSN ✓ Renewable Visit Program → Private / Corporate 3 award s Jonas Nursing & Veterans Healthcare Scholars Doctoral nursing students (DNP or PhD) focused on veterans' health or nursing education. Competitive nomination by member school.

Focus on veterans' health and nursing faculty development Requires nomination from a Jonas Scholars member institution 📅 Deadline: January (school nomination required) 🎓 Levels: DNP, PhD ✓ Renewable Visit Program → Tylenol Future Care Scholarship Johnson & Johnson (Tylenol) Nursing and pre-med students demonstrating leadership, academic achievement, and commitment to healthcare.

Corporate scholarship from a major healthcare company Emphasizes leadership and community impact Open to both nursing and pre-med students 📅 Deadline: June 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, any Visit Program → Nurses Educational Funds (NEF) Scholarship Nurses Educational Funds, Inc. Registered nurses pursuing BSN, master's, or doctoral degree. Must be US citizen with a current RN license.

For RNs advancing their education Multiple award categories based on specialty and degree level One of the oldest nursing scholarship funds in the US 📅 Deadline: January 🎓 Levels: BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD Visit Program → State-Specific Nursing Scholarships Many states offer their own grant programs, loan repayment initiatives, and workforce scholarships for nurses. Browse your state for awards not available to residents of other states.

Alabama Alaska Arizona + state awards Arkansas California + state awards Colorado Connecticut Delaware Florida + state awards Georgia + state awards Hawaii Idaho Illinois + state awards Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York + state awards North Carolina + state awards North Dakota Ohio + state awards Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas + state awards Utah Vermont Virginia + state awards Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming District of Columbia Nursing Scholarships by Degree Level Fewer scholarships target LPN programs exclusively, but the NSNA Foundation, state grants, and employer tuition reimbursement are accessible.

Many awards cover any accredited nursing program. LPN to RN bridge programs → ADN / Associate Degree Students NSNA Foundation, state grants (including FSEOG), and community foundation awards are common for ADN students. After completion, you can advance to BSN with additional scholarships.

Online nursing programs → The broadest scholarship landscape. HRSA Nurse Corps, NSNA Foundation, ANA Foundation, AACN, and most state programs cover BSN students. Federal Pell Grants also apply.

Many hospitals provide tuition reimbursement for RN-to-BSN completion. ANA Foundation and NEF scholarships target working RNs advancing their degrees. AANP Foundation, specialty association scholarships (ENA, AORN, oncology nursing), Jonas Scholars (doctoral), and AACN awards target graduate nursing students.

Graduate nursing programs → Jonas Nursing & Veterans Healthcare Scholars, NEF, AACN doctoral awards, and many state loan repayment programs apply to DNP and PhD nursing students. Nursing career pathways → What scholarships are available for nursing students?

There are several types of nursing scholarships: federal programs (like the HRSA Nurse Corps Scholarship, which covers full tuition plus a monthly stipend), nursing association awards (NSNA Foundation, AACN, ANA Foundation), private/corporate scholarships (Tylenol Future Care, NEF), state-specific grants and loan repayment programs, and military service scholarships.

In 2026, nursing students have access to over 25 scholarship programs nationally. How much money can I get from nursing scholarships? Scholarship amounts vary widely.

State and federal loan repayment programs offer the most money — the HRSA Nurse Corps covers full tuition plus a monthly stipend, and state loan repayment programs can provide $25,000–$50,000. Association scholarships typically range from $1,000–$10,000. The key is to apply for multiple scholarships: most nursing students can realistically earn $3,000–$15,000/year through a combination of federal, state, and association awards.

Do nursing scholarships have to be repaid? Most true scholarships are grants — they do not need to be repaid as long as you meet the program's conditions (staying enrolled, maintaining GPA, graduating). However, service-linked programs like the HRSA Nurse Corps and military scholarships require a work commitment after graduation.

If you leave nursing or move out of the required service area, you may need to repay the award. Always read the service obligation terms carefully. What is the HRSA Nurse Corps Scholarship?

The HRSA Nurse Corps Scholarship Program is the largest federal nursing scholarship. It covers full tuition, required fees, and provides a monthly living stipend (~$1,490/month). In exchange, recipients must work for at least two years at a Critical Shortage Facility — typically underserved clinics, rural hospitals, or community health centers.

It is highly competitive, so apply early and ensure your program is accredited. Are there nursing scholarships specifically for LPN or ADN programs? Yes.

The NSNA Foundation Scholarship covers LPN through doctoral students. Many state scholarship programs and community-based awards are open to LPN and ADN students. Additionally, once you earn your LPN or ADN and want to advance to BSN, you may qualify for RN-to-BSN bridge scholarships through your employer (many hospitals offer tuition reimbursement for their nurses) as well as online BSN scholarship programs.

How do I apply for nursing scholarships? Start early — most deadlines fall between January and June for the following academic year. Apply through the sponsoring organization's website.

Gather your transcripts, a nursing-focused personal statement, letters of recommendation from faculty or healthcare supervisors, proof of enrollment, and financial aid documents (FAFSA required for need-based awards). Apply to as many scholarships as you qualify for — the NSNA Foundation alone gives over 100 awards per cycle. State-specific and association scholarships are often less competitive than national awards.

Can I get scholarships for online nursing programs? Yes. Most scholarships are degree-based, not delivery-method-based.

The HRSA Nurse Corps, NSNA Foundation, AACN, and ANA Foundation scholarships all apply to accredited online programs. The key requirement is that your program is accredited — CCNE or ACEN accreditation is typically required. Online RN-to-BSN and online MSN programs from accredited schools qualify for nearly all major scholarship programs.

Are there scholarships for nursing school for working adults?

Several scholarship programs are particularly relevant for working adults: the ANA Foundation prioritizes RNs already in the workforce pursuing advanced degrees, employer tuition reimbursement programs (check with your hospital or health system), HRSA loan repayment programs for nurses already practicing in shortage areas, and the NSNA Foundation awards which apply to part-time students.

Many state programs also offer flexible deadlines to accommodate working nurse-students.

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