Rhode Island Nursing Scholarships

Scholarship Value: $5,000

Awards Available: 8

Award Deadline: Register to View


The Foundation awards scholarships from nine nursing funds each year. One application may be used to apply for all nine programs, as long as an applicant qualifies for at least one of the programs described below.

Note: Award amounts vary from $500 to $10,000. All renewals must reapply. To be eligible you must be either a Rhode Island resident or attending a nursing program in Rhode Island.

Alumnae Association of Newport Hospital School of Nursing Scholarship

  • Rhode Island residents
  • Pursuing nursing education

Albert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship

  • Rhode Island residents studying nursing in or out of state
  • Non-Rhode Island residents studying nursing in Rhode Island
  • Past recipients are eligible to reapply

John J. O'Connor Jr. Memorial Nursing Scholarship Fund

  • Rhode Island resident attending a Rhode Island school
  • Must be in pursuit of a CNA, Associates, or Bachelors Nursing Degree
  • Academic excellence
  • Financial need
  • Past recipients are eligible to reapply

Edward J. and Virginia M. Routhier Nursing Scholarship

  • Licensed RNs seeking baccalaureate or graduate nursing degree in Rhode Island
  • Students enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program in Rhode Island
  • Financial need
  • Past recipients are eligible to reapply

Willard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship

  • Rhode Island residents
  • Pursuing LPN, RN or advanced nursing degree
  • Financial need
  • Past recipients are eligible to reapply

Lillian Sparfven & Ethel Ferrara Fund Scholarship

  • Rhode Island residents
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Attending an accredited nursing program in pursuit of an LPN, RN, or advanced nursing degree
  • Preference for students who intend to practice in Rhode Island upon graduation
  • Past recipients are eligible to reapply

Surti Family Scholarship

  • Minority nursing students currently working in Rhode Island as Certified Nursing Assistants
  • Preference for CNAs at Butler Hospital, then Care New England or its successor

Alan Edgar Wurdeman Scholarship Fund

  • Rhode Island residents
  • Pursuing LPN or RN nursing degrees
  • Attending a school in Rhode Island or Northeastern University School of Nursing
  • Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better
  • Preference given to students committed to staying in Rhode Island after graduation
  • Past recipients are eligible to reapply
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Be Bold Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 01, 2026
$25,000
The "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:EarnestDeterminedMovingThe scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.Furthermore, the scholarship will be...

$10,000
The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship.This scholarship...

Niche $25,000 Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 31, 2026
$25,000
Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $25,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions partner colleges.Apply for our $25,000 No Essay Scholarship...

10 Words or Less Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 15, 2026
$1,000
Scholarship Eligibility:A) Anyone who is between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2026.B) This scholarship is provided by StudentScholarships.org. In order to apply for our scholarship follow these instructions:1. Go to www.facebook.com/myscholarships and place a comment on any post you see answering the question:In 10 words or less, tell us why you deserve...

Tillman Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 01, 2026
$40,000
The Pat Tillman Foundation recognizes remarkable service members, veterans, and military spouses as the next generation of leaders. Through academic scholarships, lifelong leadership development, and a global community of peers and supporters, the Foundation empowers these individuals to make a meaningful impact as they transition into their next chapter of service beyond self.Find eligibility requirements, scholar benefits, and step-by-step instructions...

Davidson Fellows Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 11, 2026
$100,000
We award $100,000, $50,000 and $25,000 scholarships to gifted and high-achieving students, 18 years old or under, who have completed a significant piece of work.Application Submission & DeadlineThe 2026 application is now available until February 11, 2026.The application process has two parts! The initial portion asks for a brief description of the project/portfolio to ensure eligibility. The second part of...

Scholarships for Military Children

Deadline: Feb 11, 2026
$2,000
The Scholarships for Military Children Program was created to recognize military families' contributions to the fighting force's readiness and to celebrate the commissary's role in the military family community.The application period for the 2026-2027 academic year will open on December 10, 2025 and close on February 11, 2026. Recipients will be notified of their status by mail on or about...

Club for the Future Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 16, 2026
$10,000
AIAA and Club for the Future’s Resilient Student Scholarship was created in 2023 to support students interested in pursuing a degree in aerospace. This scholarship is specifically designed to empower and inspire students who have faced unique challenges, such as disabilities, difficult socioeconomic circumstances, or being the first in their family to attend college.Made possible by a collaboration with Club...

McDonald's HACER National Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 17, 2026
$100,000
To date, more than $33 million in McDonald’s HACER National Scholarships have been awarded to Hispanic and Latino students across the country. The McDonald's HACER National Scholarship Program offers scholarships to up to 30 outstanding students from all over the country. It continues to provide educational opportunities to help narrow the gap that exists for Hispanic and Latino college-bound students,...

ELCA Fund for Leaders Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 20, 2026
$5,000
Fund for Leaders has been offering scholarships for students at ELCA seminaries who are pursuing rostered ministry in the ELCA since 2000. In the 2025-2026 academic year alone, the fund will provide nearly $3.2 million in scholarships to 458 ELCA seminary students.Eligibility and selection criteria vary across the different types of scholarships available:The ELCA Fund for Leaders Direct Full-Tuition Scholarship...