The HRSA nursing scholarship is available now. I just submitted my application although I'm probably a long shot.
How to Apply for a Scholarship
If you're interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, you may be eligible for a scholarship through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The HRSA Scholarship Program is designed to support students in various healthcare disciplines who are committed to serving underserved communities and helping to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in those areas.
HRSA offer scholarships to help pay for health professions' education.
All Scholarship awardees will provide a one-year service commitment for each year of scholarship support received.
The application cycle typically opens in late Winter or early Spring and closes in late Spring or early Summer, so be sure to check the website regularly for updates.
Scholarship requirements:
To be eligible for the HRSA Scholarship, you must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited program that leads to a degree in one of the following disciplines:
Nursing (including RN, ADN, BSN, and graduate-level nursing programs)
Nurse Practitioner
Certified Nurse-Midwife
You must also be a U.S. citizen, a national, or permanent resident.
Have no federal judgment liens and service commitment.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for scholarship through the HRSA's online application system.
Scholarship award covers:
Tuition and Eligible Fees
A monthly stipend for living expenses
An annual other reasonable costs payment
If you have any questions about the program or the application process, the HRSA offers resources and support to help guide you through the process. Don't miss out on the opportunity to receive financial assistance while pursuing your dream of a career in healthcare and serving those in need.
i am applying for this scholarship next year, and have a question in regards to the efc....does anyone know the qualifications for a "0" efc on the fafsa? i make less than $22,000 and i am a single independent student. i am just trying to see if i would even get an efc of 0. if anyone knows the answer to this i would greatly appreciate it! good luck everyone in recieving this scholarship! have a great evening! :)
i am applying for this scholarship next year, and have a question in regards to the efc....does anyone know the qualifications for a "0" efc on the fafsa? i make less than $22,000 and i am a single independent student. i am just trying to see if i would even get an efc of 0. if anyone knows the answer to this i would greatly appreciate it! good luck everyone in recieving this scholarship! have a great evening! :)
Did anyone else read on the HRSA webpage that if health insurance is required by your program that the school could include the cost with tuition and submit to HRSA?!?! I swore I read it somewhere!
I read that to. It said that it'll will cover us but not our families. I was paronoid that I missed something in the application that I actually read the 37 page guidance.
i am applying for this scholarship next year, and have a question in regards to the efc....does anyone know the qualifications for a "0" efc on the fafsa? i make less than $22,000 and i am a single independent student. i am just trying to see if i would even get an efc of 0. if anyone knows the answer to this i would greatly appreciate it! good luck everyone in recieving this scholarship! have a great evening! :)
just realize that as far as financial aid is concerned, a 22 year old single student is considered dependent unless you have a kid, your parents have both passed, you're military, or other extenuating circumstances. even if you support yourself entirely without their help, you will have to factor their financial situation into your own for education financial aid purposes.
I'm a little confused about the health insurance portion. I found this on the HRSA website FAQs
"Is health insurance coverage included in the fees paid for by the Nursing Scholarship Program?
If health insurance is required and purchase through the school is mandatory, the cost is included in fees and paid by the Nursing Scholarship Program to the school. Insurance for family members is not covered.
If the insurance is purchased through any other source, then the school will not be allowed to submit the costs for the insurance fee."
So it looks like they will only cover the cost of health insurance if it is invoiced through the school? I am in an interesting situation here, because I am currently on Medicaid and receiving state assistance. This stipend would put me above the income guidelines, so I will loose my insurance, and have to purchase elsewhere! I may have to take out huge loans just to get myself medical insurance!
I'm a little confused about the health insurance portion. I found this on the HRSA website FAQs
"Is health insurance coverage included in the fees paid for by the Nursing Scholarship Program?
If health insurance is required and purchase through the school is mandatory, the cost is included in fees and paid by the Nursing Scholarship Program to the school. Insurance for family members is not covered.
If the insurance is purchased through any other source, then the school will not be allowed to submit the costs for the insurance fee."
So it looks like they will only cover the cost of health insurance if it is invoiced through the school? I am in an interesting situation here, because I am currently on Medicaid and receiving state assistance. This stipend would put me above the income guidelines, so I will loose my insurance, and have to purchase elsewhere! I may have to take out huge loans just to get myself medical insurance!
Yes, if you receive the scholarship it will be counted as income and it might effect your ability to get those services. I would ask your Department of Human Services (or whatever state office handles those services) and ask how much income would be considered ineligible.
Just realize that as far as financial aid is concerned, a 22 year old single student is considered dependent unless you have a kid, your parents have both passed, you're military, or other extenuating circumstances. Even if you support yourself entirely without their help, you will have to factor their financial situation into your own for education financial aid purposes.
A 22 year old single student is considered independent if their parents dont claim them. As long as no one is claiming you as a dependent on their taxes you are independent.
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Jcara192
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These will be the longest few weeks ever. Good Luck All:up: