Rutgers School of Nursing is proud to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities to support our undergraduate and graduate students. These scholarships recognize academic excellence, financial need, leadership, service, and dedication to the nursing profession.
Below is a list of scholarships available to nursing students, organized by eligibility level—undergraduate and graduate—along with short descriptions, key criteria, deadlines, and contact information. We encourage all students to explore these opportunities and apply to those for which they qualify.
Questions? Reach out to the contacts listed under each award or email rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu for general scholarship inquiries.
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Undergraduate Scholarships
Anna Linnea Mann Endowed Nursing Scholarship
Supports first-generation undergraduate nursing students with financial need and academic merit.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Based on need and merit
- Preference for first-generation college students
- Deadline: October 4, 2024
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Augusta Dutka Harcar Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Recognizes students who show a strong academic record and dedication to nursing.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Demonstrated academic merit and commitment to nursing
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Evelyn Margulies (WHS ’52) Yudowitz Endowed Nursing Scholarship
Helps first-generation students entering their first year of nursing school.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- First-generation, first-year nursing students
- Maintain required GPA for continued eligibility
- Deadline: TBD
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Helene Fuld Health Trust Fund Nursing Student Scholarship
Offers financial support to academically strong nursing undergraduates with financial need.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Full-time matriculated undergraduate student
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Jane E. and Donald W. Deed Scholarship
Assists undergraduates who demonstrate financial need.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Full-time matriculated undergraduate student
- Financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Joanne and William Conway Nursing Scholarship
Supports NJ nursing students with financial need and solid academic standing.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Full-time matriculated undergraduate student
- Current NJ resident
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Kenneth & Jane Charlesworth Endowed Nursing Scholarship
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Full-time matriculated undergraduate student
- Based on academic merit
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Patricia Scola Memorial Scholarship
Honors students who demonstrate both financial need and academic success.
Student Status: Undergraduate or Graduate
- Full-time matriculated student
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Pauline C. and Arthur G. Hubel Endowed Scholarship
Recognizes undergraduates for academic achievement and service to the community.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Full-time matriculated undergraduate student
- Based on academic merit and service
- Non-renewable
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Rutgers School of Nursing Alumni Association Scholarships
Provides multiple donor-funded awards for students who demonstrate academic strength and financial need.
Student Status: Undergraduate and Graduate
- Based on academic performance and need
- Deadline: September 27, 2024
- Contact: rsonaa@rutgers.edu
Samuel and Kathleen Barone Family Endowed Scholarship
Provides support for full-time NJ undergraduates demonstrating financial need and strong academics.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Full-time matriculated undergraduate student
- NJ resident
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Zullo Family Endowed Scholarship
Supports NJ undergraduate nursing students with financial need and academic achievement.
Student Status: Undergraduate
- Full-time matriculated undergraduate student
- NJ resident
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
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Graduate Scholarships
Dr. Dorothy J. DeMaio Nursing Research Fellowship
Funds research for PhD students who have passed their qualifying exam.
Student Status: Graduate (PhD)
- Enrolled in PhD program in nursing
- Completed qualifying exam
- Submit cover letter and 3-page research summary
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Elizabeth M. Fenlason Scholarship
Supports high-achieving first-year graduate students in nursing.
Student Status: Graduate
- Full-time matriculated first-year graduate student
- Minimum 3.4 GPA in senior year undergrad or cumulative undergrad GPA
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Kathleen Lee Gater Nurse Midwifery Endowed Scholarship
Assists graduate nursing students, with preference for those studying nurse midwifery.
Student Status: Graduate
- Enrolled in Nurse Midwifery program
- Based on merit and financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
Kenneth & Jane Charlesworth Endowed Nursing Fellowship
Awards graduate students who excel academically in their nursing program.
Awarded to undergraduate nursing students who demonstrate academic excellence.
Student Status: Graduate
- Enrolled in a graduate nursing program
- GPA of 3.4 or higher
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
William G. Van Allen Graduate Fellowship
Prioritizes Hispanic graduate nursing students with financial need and academic excellence.
Student Status: Graduate
- Full-time matriculated graduate student
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Preference for Hispanic students
- Financial need
- Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Contact: rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
School of Nursing Partner Scholarship
Scholarships supporting academically strong nursing students at Rutgers.
Eligibility: Current Rutgers nursing students with academic merit
Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: November 2025
How to Apply: Submit application and materials to rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
More Info / Application Link: View Application
Eligibility: Current Rutgers nursing students with academic merit
Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: November 2025
How to Apply: Submit application and materials to rusonscholarships@sn.rutgers.edu
More Info / Application Link: View Application
Outside Scholarships
Most scholarships listed here are offered every year.
Scholarships covering tuition and stipend for specialized nursing advanced degrees with military service obligation.
Eligibility: Students pursuing specialties such as Mental Health Nurse, Nurse Midwife, FNP, Nurse Anesthetist, Pediatric NP, Women’s Health NP
Award Amount: Full tuition, fees, supplies, and stipend
Deadline: Rolling (check with recruiter)
How to Apply:
For more information, please contact:
MSgt James McCullough
Office: 610-491-9713
Email: 318rcs.oac.cflt@us.af.mil
Eligibility: Students pursuing specialties such as Mental Health Nurse, Nurse Midwife, FNP, Nurse Anesthetist, Pediatric NP, Women’s Health NP
Award Amount: Full tuition, fees, supplies, and stipend
Deadline: Rolling (check with recruiter)
How to Apply:
For more information, please contact:
MSgt James McCullough
Office: 610-491-9713
Email: 318rcs.oac.cflt@us.af.mil
This Scholarship is open to prospective and current nursing students of AFRICAN AMERICAN DESCENT.
Awarding of the scholarship includes the student membership fee for one year. This includes, but is not limited to, attending meetings and participating in organizational functions. You are required to participate on at least one committee to fulfill your community and organizational obligations. You are required to renew your membership for the next year after receiving the Scholarship for African American nursing students committed to community service.
Eligibility: Nursing students of African American descent
Award Amount: Not specified
Deadline: April 15, 2025
How to Apply: Application includes speech, service participation, and luncheon attendance
More Info / Application Link: View details and application
Awarding of the scholarship includes the student membership fee for one year. This includes, but is not limited to, attending meetings and participating in organizational functions. You are required to participate on at least one committee to fulfill your community and organizational obligations. You are required to renew your membership for the next year after receiving the Scholarship for African American nursing students committed to community service.
Eligibility: Nursing students of African American descent
Award Amount: Not specified
Deadline: April 15, 2025
How to Apply: Application includes speech, service participation, and luncheon attendance
More Info / Application Link: View details and application
Scholarship for nursing students of Chinese heritage committed to community health.
Eligibility:
Be of Chinese heritage
Be a matriculated undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral nursing student at an
accredited nursing school
Be a current CANA member or student member (Current CANA Board committee members
are ineligible)
Have completed at least one academic semester of nursing coursework
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2
First-generation college students are strongly encouraged to apply
Not be a past CANA scholarship recipient
Award Amount: $2,500 total in two years, distributed in two installments:
$1,000 in the first year
$1,500 in the second year (upon verification of CANA event participation)
Deadline: July 15, 2025 by 5:00 PM
How to Apply: View full details and application
Eligibility:
Be of Chinese heritage
Be a matriculated undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral nursing student at an
accredited nursing school
Be a current CANA member or student member (Current CANA Board committee members
are ineligible)
Have completed at least one academic semester of nursing coursework
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2
First-generation college students are strongly encouraged to apply
Not be a past CANA scholarship recipient
Award Amount: $2,500 total in two years, distributed in two installments:
$1,000 in the first year
$1,500 in the second year (upon verification of CANA event participation)
Deadline: July 15, 2025 by 5:00 PM
How to Apply: View full details and application
Honoring an esteemed mentor to undergrad nursing students through a merit-based award.
Eligibility:
Enrolled in traditional or accelerated baccalaureate program at Rutgers School of Nursing (Newark, New Brunswick, or Blackwood)
Completed at least two semesters
GPA of 3.5 or higher
Award Amount: $500
Deadline: March 7, 2025 (by 11:59 PM)
How to Apply: Submit a personal statement (≤500 words), transcript, documentation of service activities, and two letters of recommendation.
More Info / Application Link: View 2025 Flyer
Eligibility:
Enrolled in traditional or accelerated baccalaureate program at Rutgers School of Nursing (Newark, New Brunswick, or Blackwood)
Completed at least two semesters
GPA of 3.5 or higher
Award Amount: $500
Deadline: March 7, 2025 (by 11:59 PM)
How to Apply: Submit a personal statement (≤500 words), transcript, documentation of service activities, and two letters of recommendation.
More Info / Application Link: View 2025 Flyer
Scholarship program for NP and PA students focused on ME/CFS.
Eligibility: NJ-based NP, PA, or medical students; submit scholarly paper and presentation
Award Amount: $5,000
Deadline: January 5, 2026
How to Apply: Submit Application to Ms. Jeannine Hodkey, Coordinator, New Jersey Health Foundation, Inc., 155 Village Blvd., Suite 130, Princeton, NJ , 08540. Phone: 908-731-65962; Fax: 732-247-0017; jhodkey@njhf.org.
More Info / Application Link: View essay question and application
Eligibility: NJ-based NP, PA, or medical students; submit scholarly paper and presentation
Award Amount: $5,000
Deadline: January 5, 2026
How to Apply: Submit Application to Ms. Jeannine Hodkey, Coordinator, New Jersey Health Foundation, Inc., 155 Village Blvd., Suite 130, Princeton, NJ , 08540. Phone: 908-731-65962; Fax: 732-247-0017; jhodkey@njhf.org.
More Info / Application Link: View essay question and application
Deadline: March 7, 2025
Supporting DNP students who demonstrate academic excellence and are members of Sigma Theta Tau International’s Alpha Tau Chapter.
Eligibility:
Enrolled in a DNP program of Advanced Nursing Practice at Rutgers (Newark, New Brunswick, or Blackwood)
At least two semesters completed
Minimum GPA of 3.5
Member of Alpha Tau chapter
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 7, 2025
How to Apply: Submit application per Alpha Tau Chapter guidelines. Must attend the Induction Ceremony on April 6, 2025.
More Info / Application Link: View details and application (pdf)
Supporting DNP students who demonstrate academic excellence and are members of Sigma Theta Tau International’s Alpha Tau Chapter.
Eligibility:
Enrolled in a DNP program of Advanced Nursing Practice at Rutgers (Newark, New Brunswick, or Blackwood)
At least two semesters completed
Minimum GPA of 3.5
Member of Alpha Tau chapter
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 7, 2025
How to Apply: Submit application per Alpha Tau Chapter guidelines. Must attend the Induction Ceremony on April 6, 2025.
More Info / Application Link: View details and application (pdf)
Undergraduate scholarships from the National Student Nurses’ Association.
Eligibility: Undergraduate nursing students in the U.S.
Award Amount: up to $10,000 per award
Deadline: Applications must be submitted online by January 9, 2026
How to Apply: Application available on NSNA website
More Info / Application Link: View Available Scholarships and Applications
Eligibility: Undergraduate nursing students in the U.S.
Award Amount: up to $10,000 per award
Deadline: Applications must be submitted online by January 9, 2026
How to Apply: Application available on NSNA website
More Info / Application Link: View Available Scholarships and Applications
Annual scholarships supporting NJ-based nursing students based on need and merit.
Eligibility: NJ residents enrolled in a diploma, associate, baccalaureate, or master’s nursing program located in the State of New Jersey or in a nursing doctoral program or a related field, preferably located in the State of New Jersey; RN applicants must be NJSNA members
Award Amount: $500–$1,500
Deadline: February 1, 2025
How to Apply: Submit application and required documents per the Institute guidelines
More Info / Application Link: View Scholarships and Application
Eligibility: NJ residents enrolled in a diploma, associate, baccalaureate, or master’s nursing program located in the State of New Jersey or in a nursing doctoral program or a related field, preferably located in the State of New Jersey; RN applicants must be NJSNA members
Award Amount: $500–$1,500
Deadline: February 1, 2025
How to Apply: Submit application and required documents per the Institute guidelines
More Info / Application Link: View Scholarships and Application
Editorial assistance scholarship for research in underrepresented areas.
Eligibility: Master’s/Doctoral candidates and early-career academics (first 5 years)
Award Amount: Master’s candidates: $750, Doctoral candidates: $2,500, Junior academics: $500
Deadline:
Spring 2025 Deadline: 31 March 2025
Summer 2025 Deadline: 31 July 2025
Winter 2025 Deadline: 30 November 2025
How to Apply: Submit application form and CV through Editing Press portal
More Info / Application Link: https://editing.press/bassi https://editing.press/bassi
Eligibility: Master’s/Doctoral candidates and early-career academics (first 5 years)
Award Amount: Master’s candidates: $750, Doctoral candidates: $2,500, Junior academics: $500
Deadline:
Spring 2025 Deadline: 31 March 2025
Summer 2025 Deadline: 31 July 2025
Winter 2025 Deadline: 30 November 2025
How to Apply: Submit application form and CV through Editing Press portal
More Info / Application Link: https://editing.press/bassi https://editing.press/bassi
Recognizing future nurses committed to community advancement.
Eligibility:
Enrolled in an accredited ASN or BSN program in nursing
Acceptable Nursing Schools in the following states; NJ, NY, CT, PA and NJ residents are eligible to apply
A minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
Award Amount: $500 – $5,000
Deadline:
Applications Open: October 2025
Applications Close: February 2026
How to Apply:
One letter of recommendation from a school faculty member and/or an active MRBNA member
Submit an unofficial transcript, resume, and cover letter
Student(s) must have at a minimum, 1 year of transcripts from an accredited nursing school program
A minimum 500, maximum 750-word essay on a topic stated in the scholarship application
More Info / Application Link: View Details and Application
Eligibility:
Enrolled in an accredited ASN or BSN program in nursing
Acceptable Nursing Schools in the following states; NJ, NY, CT, PA and NJ residents are eligible to apply
A minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
Award Amount: $500 – $5,000
Deadline:
Applications Open: October 2025
Applications Close: February 2026
How to Apply:
One letter of recommendation from a school faculty member and/or an active MRBNA member
Submit an unofficial transcript, resume, and cover letter
Student(s) must have at a minimum, 1 year of transcripts from an accredited nursing school program
A minimum 500, maximum 750-word essay on a topic stated in the scholarship application
More Info / Application Link: View Details and Application
Scholarship with up to $34,000 for nursing students with a service commitment post-graduation.
Eligibility:
U.S. citizen
Student or graduate of accredited BSN program
Licensed or eligible for license within one year of active duty
Age 18–41
Good physical condition
Award Amount: Up to $34,000 including $10,000 initial grant + monthly stipend
Deadline: Rolling; contact program for details
How to Apply: Contact Navy Nurse Candidate Program representative
More Info / Application Link: View Details
Eligibility:
U.S. citizen
Student or graduate of accredited BSN program
Licensed or eligible for license within one year of active duty
Age 18–41
Good physical condition
Award Amount: Up to $34,000 including $10,000 initial grant + monthly stipend
Deadline: Rolling; contact program for details
How to Apply: Contact Navy Nurse Candidate Program representative
More Info / Application Link: View Details
New Jersey League for Nursing awards to support nursing education excellence.
Eligibility: To apply for this scholarship, you must be a current member of the New Jersey League for Nursing (NJLN).
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 18, 2025
How to Apply: Follow NJLN guidelines; full application required
More Info / Application Link: View Details and Application
Eligibility: To apply for this scholarship, you must be a current member of the New Jersey League for Nursing (NJLN).
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 18, 2025
How to Apply: Follow NJLN guidelines; full application required
More Info / Application Link: View Details and Application
Applications are now open for NLN Foundation Scholarships!
Eligibility: Nurses or nurse educators pursuing advanced degrees
Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies by scholarship
How to Apply: Apply online via NLN website
More Info / Application Link: View details and apply online
Eligibility: Nurses or nurse educators pursuing advanced degrees
Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies by scholarship
How to Apply: Apply online via NLN website
More Info / Application Link: View details and apply online
Scholarship for diverse students committed to pediatric nursing.
Eligibility: Undergraduate nursing students from diverse backgrounds pursuing an RN with an interest in pediatrics
Award Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 6, 2025
How to Apply: Apply here
Eligibility: Undergraduate nursing students from diverse backgrounds pursuing an RN with an interest in pediatrics
Award Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 6, 2025
How to Apply: Apply here
QGenda, a leader in healthcare workforce management solutions, approached the Foundation for Academic Nursing about providing support for nursing students in areas of significant need. The QGenda-AACN Scholarship will be awarded to students in three categories: entry-level baccalaureate programs, accelerated programs for college graduates transitioning Supporting nursing students in BSN, accelerated, and graduate programs.
Eligibility: Nursing students in BSN, accelerated, or graduate programs
Award Amount: $5,000
Deadline:
1st funding cycle: The application opens on May 1 and closes on July 1.
2nd funding cycle: The application opens on August 1 and closes on October 1.
3rd funding cycle: The application opens on December 1 and closes on February 1.
How to Apply: Online application + short essay
More Info / Application Link: Click here to submit an application.
Eligibility: Nursing students in BSN, accelerated, or graduate programs
Award Amount: $5,000
Deadline:
1st funding cycle: The application opens on May 1 and closes on July 1.
2nd funding cycle: The application opens on August 1 and closes on October 1.
3rd funding cycle: The application opens on December 1 and closes on February 1.
How to Apply: Online application + short essay
More Info / Application Link: Click here to submit an application.
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