The College of Nursing is fortunate to have a generous community of donors and supporters dedicated to helping students succeed. With more than 110 scholarship opportunities available, the college provides financial assistance to support your nursing education. Scholarships can help with expenses such as tuition, books, student fees, and professional development activities.  

Coming Soon!

Scholarship Portal Open

Jan 12

Applications Due

(Currently enrolled students)

Mar 22

Applications Due

(Newly admitted students)

Early June

Scholarship Notification

Note: You only need to submit one General Application and one College of Nursing scholarship application to be considered for all eligible nursing scholarships. 

Based on the information you provide, the scholarship system will automatically match you with individual scholarship opportunities for which you qualify.  

 

Submitting your application 

Before submitting your application, make sure all information is current and up to date. To ensure proper review and processing, verify that your application reflects your most recent experiences, activities, and accomplishments, and that your essay accurately represents your current goals, perspectives, and achievements.  

Most of our scholarships have specific eligibility criteria, which may include: 

  • Demonstrated financial need (FAFSA required) 

  • Interest in or pursuit of a specific nursing specialty or area of practice 

  • Academic achievement 

  • Demonstrated leadership potential and professional promise 

Some scholarships may also consider additional factors, such as community service involvement, extracurricular activities, or residency in specific Iowa counties or regions.