How It Works
Students who are accepted into the program receive full coverage of tuition and required school fees, and HRSA pays these costs directly to the school, so students don’t have to front the money or wait for reimbursement.
In addition, awardees receive:
- A monthly living stipend
- Funding for educational supplies such as books, uniforms, and clinical equipment
All scholarship funds (including the stipend) are considered taxable income, and HRSA reports them to the IRS.
Who Can Apply
The scholarship is open to students who are:
- U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents
- Accepted or enrolled in an accredited nursing program (including LPN, ADN/RN, BSN, accelerated BSN, and NP programs)
- Able to begin classes by September 30 of the application year
The program gives funding preference to students with high financial need or those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Your Service Commitment
In exchange for the financial support, Nurse Corps scholars must work full‑time for at least two years at a Critical Shortage Facility (CSF)—healthcare sites in communities that don’t have enough nurses.
This service helps ensure that people in underserved areas receive essential healthcare, making the scholarship not only a financial opportunity but a meaningful pathway to serving vulnerable communities.
Apply here!
The Nurse Corps Scholarship Program is accepting applications through April 9, 7:30 p.m. ET.