NSNA Foundation Undergraduate Nursing Scholarship

About this scholarship

The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association (FNSNA) runs one of the largest nursing-specific scholarship programs in the United States, awarding over $500,000 each year to nursing students through a single online application on its "Forever Nursing" platform. Individual awards are worth up to $10,000. The scholarships support students currently enrolled and matriculated in a US state-approved nursing program leading to an associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, or direct-entry master's degree, as well as those in RN-to-BSN, RN-to-MSN, or LPN/LVN-to-RN completion programs (funds cannot be used for the first year of basic nursing study). To be eligible, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident, or hold an Alien Registration Number, and must meet the program's graduation-timing requirement. A single application is automatically considered for all FNSNA scholarships for which the applicant qualifies, including general, specialty, and promotion-of-diversity awards. Selection is based on academic achievement, demonstrated financial need, and involvement in nursing student organizations and community health-related activities. The application typically opens in early September and closes in December, with an unofficial transcript uploaded as part of the submission.

Eligibility

• Be enrolled and matriculated in a US state-approved nursing program
• Be in an ASN, BSN, diploma, direct-entry MSN, or RN/LPN-completion track (not the first year of basic study)
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or hold an Alien Registration Number
• Demonstrate academic achievement and financial need
• Show involvement in nursing student organizations and community health activities