FNAMA Scholarship
Foundation for Nursing Advancement in Massachusetts
A scholarship for underrepresented and economically disadvantaged nursing students in Massachusetts (LPN through undergraduate), aimed at diversifying the nursing workforce.
Who should apply
Underrepresented or economically disadvantaged students in Massachusetts who have finished high school and are enrolled in an LPN or undergraduate nursing program.
Eligibility
MA-based, underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students who finished secondary school and are enrolled full- or part-time in an accredited LPN, undergraduate, or graduate nursing program.
What you get
- $2,500 scholarship toward nursing education
What the application involves
- Online application via FNAMA
- Proof of enrollment in an accredited nursing program
- Documentation supporting underrepresented/economically disadvantaged status
Application tips
- Confirm the next application window, the cycle runs annually with a November 1 deadline.
- Emphasize financial need and underrepresented background.
- Open to part-time students, so non-traditional applicants qualify.
Good to know
One of several FNAMA nursing awards; this one explicitly targets underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students. Verify current-cycle dates on the FNAMA site.
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