2012-2013 HRSA Nursing Scholarship Application

Nursing Students Pre-Nursing

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The application process hasn't even started yet but I didn't even find out about last year's scholarship until a couple days before the deadline. I did get my application in on time but was not fortunate enough to be a recipient. I intend to apply again for the upcoming scholarship. Any tips from those that were accepted? My EFC is 0, I'm in an undergraduate program, and my GPA is 3.4.

I got the scholarship last year... If anyone needs someone to "proof" their essays and would feel comfortable with it, let me know.

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DarkLotus: I am truly sorry for your hardships. I have had them as well Also, even more sorry about your bad experiences with Nursing schools not beng truthful about who will really have a chance! That is so frustrating. From what I have seen, most people applying for this scholarship really do need it and have their own story behind why they need it. We cannot really say that someone needs it more than another because we don't know everyones whole story. Also, I want to just say that you will not be able to start school in the fall without your loans. This scholarship does not distribute monies until November...well sometimes late October. You would have to pay for school before then most likely. I know I asked my school and they said they would not wait for payment because the scholarship is not guaranteed until September. Is there no way for you to get loans? Did you default on your last student loans?

JeffC: I may take you up on that offer. That is so kind!

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No I did not default on student loans. I am chipping away at minimal payments with my measly CNA salary. I had to pay for daycare for two kids for three years while doing pre reqs and working.

Also JeffC I'll take you up on that offer for sure! Between kids and work I have no days off to go to a school to find anyone to read my essays which is why I was asking on here!

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Only reason I asked about defaulting was eligibility reasons. You should be able to take out more loans if you did not default. I understand you had hard times, ok? I am trying to help. If you do not want it, then I will not offer it. That is what this thread is for.

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I have a question: Do you have to BE accepted or already enrolled into a Nursing program to be eligible for the scholarship? Can one apply to a Nursing and waiting acceptance and still apply for the scholarship? Do they offer this every year? Thanks.

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I got the scholarship last year... If anyone needs someone to "proof" their essays and would feel comfortable with it, let me know.

I would love to get some more info about the essays from you...if you don't mind?? I requested you as a friend, so kindly accept it so I can send you my questions.

Thank You so much.........

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JuliansMom: You have to be accepted by May 8th because they make the school fill out a verification of acceptance/enrollment form. They do offer it every year. When will you find out if you are accepted?

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My only question is if they consider the amount of school fees and tuition for the school you are attending. I will be going to New York University starting in the Fall, but I think I remember being told that they fund state schools and community college applicants first and expensive private schools last.

Otherwise, I believe I have a very good chance of getting this scholarship and plan on working in a public hospital once I graduate anyway, so I might as well get funding for school.

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I haven't heard of any funding preference other than the EFC of 0-5500. I am curious now as to if your tuition amount matters...

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What do you do if your program is a spring semester start? I am applying for an accelerated BSN that starts January and goes for a year...Which scholarship cohort do you apply for? Because I cannot apply by May 8th since I won't get an acceptance letter by then. But if I wait til next May 8th I'll be in the second semester of my program!? Do they back pay?

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You are not eligible for this year because you start after september. You can apply for next year, but they will only pay for classes after Spring semester. They only pay for summer if everyone in your program is required to take the classes, which I am assuming they are since it is accelerated. So it looks like you would only get them to cover your summer tuition, fees, living stipend, etc...

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Everyone that has at least started the application process for the NSP 2012-2013 cycle should have received the e-mail, but this is just a friendly reminder:

Please join the Nursing Scholarship Program (NSP) for a webinar this Friday, April 13, at 1:00 p.m. ETto review the 2012 NSP application process and program guidance. The webinar will cover 2012 program modifications.

If you are unable to attend and have questions feel free to ask and hopefully those that were able to can answer as best as possible to help each other out!

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