Tuition & Aid

Future of Nursing Scholarship Award Overview

Based on the published criteria, Nightingale College will select one learner to receive the President’s Future of Nursing Scholarship (valued at 25% of the tuition). All other qualified applicants will receive the Honors Future of Nursing Scholarship (valued at up to $2,000).

President’s FNS Scholarship:

• One (1) scholarship will be awarded annually in the Fall;
• Award will include 25% off tuition for up to eight (8) semesters;
• Recipient must maintain a 3.3 GPA each semester to remain eligible;
• Award will automatically renew for eight (8) semesters provided learner meets all qualifications;
• Should a recipient formally request an academic leave of absence and qualifies for the leave of absence under the guidelines listed in the Catalog, upon return the award will automatically renew for the remaining semesters;
• Does not apply to repeat coursework.

Honors FNS Scholarship:

• Scholarships will be awarded annually in the Fall;
• Award will include $250 toward tuition per semester for up to eight (8) semesters;
• Recipient must maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester to remain eligible.
• Award will automatically renew for eight (8) semesters provided learner meets all qualifications;
• Should a recipient formally request an academic leave of absence and qualifies for the leave of absence under the guidelines listed in the Catalog, upon return the award will automatically renew for the remaining semesters;
• Does not apply to repeat coursework

Susan J. Jero Scholarship

• The scholarship provides a tuition waiver applicable to the College’s Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Program (Levels 0-7) throughout the term of the enrollment for the above-named recipient. The recipient is required to pay for all books, scrubs, kits, and fees.
• A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to maintain eligibility. If the cumulative GPA falls below 3.0, the scholarship will no longer be valid, and the recipient will be responsible to pay all tuition charges going forward or until a 3.0 cumulative GPA is achieved again.
• By accepting the scholarship, the recipient agrees to attend the graduation ceremony. The recipient agrees that once they are a nurse they will be a mentor to others in their community, in need. The recipient will also be a proactive member of Nightingale College’s Alumni community

Keys to Success Scholarship

• $1500 off each semester (8 semesters).
• Total scholarship worth- $12000.
• This scholarship is for our BSN program.
• Nightingale College will award this scholarship to one student per school district.
• Maintain a 3.0 GPA while attending Nightingale College

Elevate Scholarship

• Covers published minimum cost of learner’s program each semesters ( 8 semesters).
• Total scholarship worth varies by program.
• This scholarship is available for all published programs offered by Nightingale College.
• Maintain a 3.0 GPA while attending Nightingale College.
• Requires application process through Financial Aid Advisor & Funding Specialist.

Joining Forces Scholarship

The Joining Forces Scholarship is designed to assist Service-members and Veterans in achieving educational and professional goals.

The Joining Forces Scholarship cannot be combined with any other College scholarships or tuition waivers. Learners must request the JFS by submitting the application below and all required supporting documentation to Funding Management (scholarshipsuccess@nightingale.edu) prior to the expiration of the add/drop period in the semester in which JFS is first requested. In addition, active duty service members and spouses of active duty service members must provide proof of continued eligibility prior to the expiration of the add/drop period in every semester for which JFS is requested. JFS is not applied retroactively.

Please ensure that you meet the application requirements. Candidates who do not meet the requirements will not be considered for the scholarship.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be an active duty or reserve member of the U.S. Uniformed Services, or
• Must be an honorably discharged or retired veteran, or
• Must be spouses of an active duty or reserve member of the U.S. Uniformed Services, and
• Must enroll in a degree program at the College and maintain a minimum of 3.00 Grade Point Average (GPA) per semester.
  Qualifying recipients are required to verify eligibility each semester in order to receive award for that specific semester.

Verification Documents

*If your verification documents conflict with your military status this can affect the amount that you receive for the scholarship. Ensure that you turn in the correct verification documents. Upon completion of the application below, a financial aid representative will contact you with a request for the needed documentation.
□Active Duty or Reserve Member of the U.S. Uniformed Services – LES (most recent)
□Honorably discharged or retired veteran – DD214 (most recent)
□Spouse of an active duty or Reserve Member of the U.S. Uniformed Services –Military proof of marriage (record of emergencydata, recent orders, beneficiary policy, etc.) Most recent copy of spouse’s LES.

Scholarship Information

Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program Learners: Active duty learners meeting the eligibility requirements will receive a scholarship in the amount of $165 per semester credit toward tuition at the College. Veteran learners and spouses of active duty servicemembers meeting the requirements will receive a scholarship in the amount of $65 per semester credit toward tuition at the College.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program Learners: Active duty, veteran and spouses of active duty servicemember learners meeting the eligibility requirements will receive a scholarship in the amount of $25 per semester credit toward tuition at the College.

RN-to-BSN Program Learners: Beginning in the Fall 2019 semester, all active duty, veteran and spouses of active duty servicemember learners meeting the eligibility requirements will receive a scholarship in the amount of $25 per semester credit toward tuition at the College.

Note: Only active duty and reserve members of the U.S. Uniformed Services, who are non-matriculated learners, will receive a scholarship bringing the tuition down to $250 per semester credit in the following GE courses only: COM 301, ENG 120, HUM 110, MAT 100, PSY 201, and SOC 220.

• FNP Scholarship Fund
• Shneyder & Kirk Reaching the Impossible Scholarship Fund
• Utah Economic Nursing Scholarship Fund
• Bittner Scholarship Fund

There are a variety of scholarship options available to learners that are offered outside of the College. To help you with your search for scholarships, we have compiled this list of useful opportunities. Additionally, learners are encouraged to search on your own. Questions, including requests for assistance with editing, about these scholarship or others you find on your own should be directed to the Funding Advisor in Financial Aid.

Keep in mind that no scholarship is too small to apply for. And the more scholarships and grants you apply for, the better your odds are of acceptance.

Scholarship Databases:

Bold.org - At bold.org, they want to “Fight student debt by building alongside students and donors, moving quickly, and taking ownership as part of a global remote team.”  They have a wide variety of scholarships, especially for nursing students and other categories as well! 

CareerOneStop - Sponsored by the US Department of Labor and has a scholarship search tool, job search function, and other helpful career resources.

ScholarshipOwl - Recommended by the NSPA (National Scholarship Providers Association). This is a Scholarship search engine similar to Scholarship Universe and free to use!

FastWeb - Your connection to scholarships, colleges, financial aid and more.

Sallie Mae Scholarship Search - Scholarship Search is the free way to get access to more than 6 million college scholarships worth up to $30 billion.

Scholarships.com - Search over 3.7 million college scholarships & grants worth about $19 Billion in Financial Aid to help you pay for college.

 

Scholarship Opportunities:

11 Best Scholarships for Medical Students 2024

If you’re looking for ways to pay for medical school, scholarships are the best place to start. When you earn a scholarship, that’s free money that you won’t have to repay after graduation. Listed below are the twelve best scholarship programs for medical education

 

Unigo Education Matters Scholarship

Submit an online written response to the question: “What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?” (250 words or less) 

Award Amount: $5,000

 

College Ave Monthly $1,000 Scholarship Giveaway! 

Did you know College Ave gives away $1,000 each month, no deadline? Please let us know if you win so we can celebrate with you!

 

Aya Healthcare Future Travel Nurse Scholarship

• Full-time nursing students, or those with proof of acceptance to a nursing program at an accredited institution in the U.S., who: 
• Are in good academic standing with a 3.0 GPA or higher. 
• Are involved in extracurricular organizations and/or volunteer work. 
• Are passionate about patient care and a career in healthcare. 
• Please note that current Aya nurses aren’t eligible for this scholarship. Check out our Aya Scholars Program instead! 

 

$1,000 Idaho Nursing Scholarship

If you are a resident of Idaho, Hospice Visions Org is sponsoring a scholarship that will be awarded each Fall.

Click here for details.

Scholarship Universe is a scholarship-matching tool designed to help students find and apply for scholarships. Here’s how it works: 

1. Profile Creation: Learners create an academic profile by answering a series of questions. These questions help tailor scholarship recommendations based on their background, interests, and qualifications. 
2. Matching: The platform matches Learners to both internal (from the university) and external scholarships. 
3. Easy Application: Once matched, Learners can apply directly through Scholarship Universe. The application process is safe, secure, and accessible 24/7.
4. Tailored Recommendations: Scholarship Universe suggests scholarships that align with the Learners profile, streamlining the process and keeping them on track toward scholarship success.

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