NAHN Scholarships

Each year, NAHN awards scholarships to active and eligible members who are enrolled in accredited LVN/LPN, associate, diploma, baccalaureate, and graduate nursing programs for the next academic year (2025-2026). Scholarship recipients are a select group of nurses who demonstrate promise of professional contributions to the nursing profession and who have the potential to act as role models for other aspiring nursing students.

The number and types of scholarships offered each year is dependent upon the amount of money in the scholarship fund. Members are encouraged to donate to support future scholarships. The selection of recipients is based on many factors including financial need, academic merit, course of study, supporting documentation, and other factors specific to each scholarship. Grant opportunities and eligibility requirements are described online.

Scholarship Programs

Scholarships OPEN: February 17 - March 21, 2025

Each year, NAHN awards scholarships to active and eligible members who are enrolled in accredited LVN/LPN, associate, diploma, baccalaureate, and graduate nursing programs for the next academic year (2025-2026). Scholarship recipients are a select group of nurses who demonstrate promise of professional contributions to the nursing profession and who have the potential to act as role models for other aspiring nursing students.

The number and types of scholarships offered each year is dependent upon the amount of money in the scholarship fund. Members are encouraged to donate to support future scholarships. The selection of recipients is based on many factors including financial need, academic merit, course of study, supporting documentation, and other factors specific to each scholarship. Grant opportunities and eligibility requirements are described online. 

How to apply for scholarships

Arizona College of Nursing (AZCN) - NAHN Scholarship

The Arizona College of Nursing - NAHN Scholarship Program was established to support funding for minority students who have been traditionally underrepresented in the field of Nursing. Students of Hispanic or Latino descent are strongly encouraged to apply. Arizona College of Nursing will award up to $180,000 in scholarships in the name of NAHN for students pursuing nursing degrees at the undergraduate level who are current students at Arizona College of Nursing. Awardees should exemplify a dedication to service within their community, and a desire to expand that service by way of a career in nursing.

Up-to two $10,000 tuition scholarships awarded per eligible campus location up to $180,000 total in scholarships. In the event of remaining dollars available from campus locations without an eligible applicant or not selected by the scholarship committee, those remaining funds can be used to award a second eligible candidate at the same location.

Eligibility Criteria:

• NAHN student members in good standing before the application deadline. Deadline: March 21, 2025
• Attending and current enrolled in one of the AZCN-eligible campuses:
  • ARIZONA: Phoenix, Tempe, or Tucson
  • CALIFORNIA: Ontario
  • COLORADO: Aurora
  • CONNECTICUT: Heartford
  • FLORIDA: Fort Lauderdale, Sarasota, or Tampa
  • OHIO: Cincinnati or Cleveland
  • MICHIGAN: Southfield
  • MISSOURI: St. Louis
  • NEVADA: Las Vegas
  • TEXAS: Dallas
  • UTAH: Salt Lake City
  • VIRGINIA: Chesapeake, Falls Church
• Provide the following:
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcript showing proof of enrollment in a nursing program
  • Proof of enrollment at Arizona College of Nursing.
  • Demonstration of community service
  • Up-to 500 word personal essay responding to the following statement: An AZCN-NAHN Scholarship will allow me to (discuss career goals, area of focus, financial need, and how you will improve the health and social conditions in your community).
  • One reference letter:
• Letter of recommendation from either your Dean, academic advisor, current faculty member, local NAHN Chapter President, National NAHN Board Member, or Student Nurses Association (SNA) Advisor who can attest to your membership, involvement, and participation in chapter meetings, activities, and programs impacting the community.