To qualify for the Healthy Communities Scholarship, an applicant must currently be enrolled in a course of study at any accredited community or junior college or an undergraduate or graduate degree program anywhere in the United States. High school graduates or GED holders who are about to start college-level studies are also eligible.
Candidates must be in good academic standing and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Eligible candidates must also demonstrate their strong commitment to helping others and describe personal examples of a time they have encouraged sustainable and local health initiatives in their community.
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Resume with updated contact information
A 500-word statement identifying the applicant and their past and future dedication to healthy communities and sustainable initiatives. The personal statement should clarify how the candidate would use their continued education to champion accessible health- and local-activities programs.
An up-to-date transcript from the applicant’s current institution of study. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. (NOTE: first-year students are permitted to submit unofficial transcripts from their most recent institution attended along with unofficial documentation from their current school.)
The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, college student, or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia for the 2023 semester.
Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.
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The candidate must submit a 750 – 1000 word essay response to the prompt: The military men and women of this country volunteer to protect and serve. Please write an essay describing why you decided to join the military, who helped you get to where you are now, and what motivates you.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student, or graduate student in the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
Students must be enrolled in a vocational program or two to a five-year post-secondary institution for the upcoming academic year.
Immediate family members (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households (whether related or not) of KGS Law PLLC staff and attorneys, are not eligible to participate in the competition.
A minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.
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The candidate must submit a 750 -1,000 word essay response to the prompt: With so many different cultures and languages in the community, we are asking students to talk about traditions that are important to their families and ways society can be more inclusive to everyone.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their professional and academic experience
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school
First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred need to submit an official transcript from their prior school and an unofficial transcript from their current school
High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university
Students currently enrolled and matriculated in a state-approved nursing program leading to an associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, direct-entry master’s degree; or enrolled in an RN to BSN completion, RN to MSN completion, or LPN/LVN to RN program;
Matriculation means the student has applied to and has been admitted into a state approved nursing program.
Pre-nursing students taking courses to prepare for matriculation into a nursing program;
Attending classes and taking no less than six (6) credits per semester.
Involvement in nursing school organizations and/or community health activities;
Document academic achievement;
Establish financial need;
U.S. Citizen or Alien with U.S. Permanent Resident Status/Alien Registration Number;
High school students are not eligible to apply;
Funds are not available for graduate study unless it is for a first degree in nursing.
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HOW MUCH MONEY IS AVAILABLE?
The NSNA Foundation awards over $500,000 annually. Scholarship funding is up to $10,000 per award.
WHAT CRITERIA ARE USED FOR SELECTION?
The scholarships are based on academic achievement, financial need, and involvement in nursing student organizations and community activities related to health care. Additional criteria may be required by some sponsors.
WHEN WILL THE SCHOLARSHIPS BE AWARDED?
Scholarships are awarded in the spring of 2024 for use in summer school 2024 and the 2024 – 2025 academic year.
WHO CHOOSES THE RECIPIENTS?
A committee of faculty and students is appointed by the NSNA Foundation to select scholars.
WHEN IS THE APPLICATION AVAILABLE? The 2024-2025 online scholarship application will be available on September 8, 2023.
DEADLINE FOR COMPLETED APPLICATIONS?
Applications must be submitted online by January 26, 2024.
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED WITH THE APPLICATION?
All applicants must submit:
Copy of recent nursing school unofficial transcripts, or grade report.
Faculty Member Certification Form
Financial Aid Certification Form
NSNA members must provide their membership number.
Registered nurses in baccalaureate programs and licensed practical/vocational nurses in programs leading to registered nurse licensure must submit a copy of their license to be considered for the Career Mobility Scholarships.
Veteran and active duty military service members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces including the National Guard who have served in both pre-and post-9/11 eras.
Current Spouses of veteran or active service members, including surviving spouses
Must be a full-time* student pursuing one of the following degrees at a public or private, U.S.-based, accredited institution for the upcoming fall/spring academic year:
To be eligible for this one-year one-time only scholarship, the applicant must:
Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond;
Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution;
Have a minimum GPA of 2.5, or 3.0 for the merit based scholarshiop
Demonstrate community service and involvement.
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The Foundation awards Merit, Financial Need and Youth Partners Accessing Capital (Y.P.A.C.) scholarships. Scholarships are available for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Scholarships are available to rising college freshman through postgraduate studies (must be enrolled at the time of disbursement to be considered)
Must be enrolled in a U.S. or 4-year-degree-granting institution (including relevant postgraduate studies)
Majoring in Business, Food Management, Accounting, Human Resources, IT or other focuses leading to a career in grocery
Experience in the grocery industry is preferred but not required
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Must intend to pursue a career in independent grocery industry
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The foundation administers 13 scholarships. By completing one application, students will be considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible.
Start an application to include demographic information and 3-4 personal statement essay questions. This can be saved at any point and edited at a later date prior to submission.
Upload your Official or unofficial transcript
Upload additional materials including, letter of recommendation(s), certificates, awards, etc.