NLN Foundation for Nursing Education Scholarship

From National League for Nursing (NLN)

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These scholarships are awarded to nurses pursuing advanced degrees to advance their careers as full-time nurse educators. The NLN Foundation for Nursing Education offers scholarships of up to $8,000 each year to support the NLN’s mission to build a strong and diverse nursing workforce to advance the health of the nation and the global community. 

Applications / Deadline

The 2021 application period runs from February until May of 2021. Applicants will be notified by the end of July 2021 and awardees will be recognized at the NLN Summit in the Fall of 2021.

Criteria (not all-inclusive)

  • Master’s or doctoral students enrolled in accredited programs who have completed at least one year of their academic program
  • Candidates must be NLN members either through individual dues or through their employer schools’ NLN membership
  • 5-page proposal
    • Description of Program of Study
    • Budget and Budget Narrative
  • 2 Letters of recommendation


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