The Foundation
of the
National Student Nurses’ Association
in Memory of Frances Tompkins

THE 2012 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE


www.nsna.org         2013 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM          nsna@nsna.org

 
The application will be available from May 2012 until January 2013
on www.nsna.org, click on Foundation & Scholarships/FNSNA Scholarships.
 

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
U.S. citizens and students with an Alien Registration number currently enrolled in state-approved schools of nursing or pre-nursing in associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, generic doctorate, and generic master's programs. Funds are not available for graduate study unless it is for a first degree in nursing.

Graduating high school seniors are NOT eligible.

HOW MUCH MONEY IS AVAILABLE?
The NSNA Foundation awards over $125,000 annually in the general scholarship program. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $2,500.

Promise of Nursing Scholarships are available in selected regions of the US.  Your school/college of nursing’s zip code determines eligibility for this new scholarship program which is supported by fund-raising events sponsored by Johnson & Johnson. Funds for this scholarship are supported by contributors in selected regions.

WHAT CRITERIA ARE USED FOR SELECTION?
The scholarships are based on academic achievement, financial need, and involvement in nursing
student organizations and community activities related to health care. Additional criteria may be required by some sponsors.
 
WHEN WILL THE SCHOLARSHIPS BE AWARDED?
Scholarships are awarded in the spring of 2013 for use in summer school 2013 and the 2013 – 2014
academic year.

WHO CHOOSES THE RECIPIENTS?
A committee of faculty and students is appointed by the NSNA Foundation to select recipients.

WHEN IS THE DEADLINE FOR COMPLETED APPLICATIONS?
Applications must be received by mid January 2013.

ARE THERE ANY FEES INVOLVED?
The completed application must be accompanied by a $10 processing fee.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED WITH THE APPLICATION?
All applicants must submit a copy of their recent nursing school and college transcripts, or grade
report. NSNA members must submit proof of their membership. Registered nurses in baccalaureate programs and licensed practical/vocational nurses in programs leading to registered nurse licensure must submit a copy of their license to be considered for the Career Mobility Scholarships.  Complete details are on the application.

Click here to download the FNSNA Factsheet

The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association
Attention: Undergraduate Scholarship Program
45 Main Street Suite 606
Brooklyn, NY 11201