Apply for NBNA Scholarship Program

The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) offers scholarships to support its member nursing students.

Eligible Nursing Degrees:

It includes $1,000-$10,000 different scholarship awards.

Must be a member of NBNA and a member of a local chapter (if one exists in your area).
Must be currently enrolled in the listed nursing programs and in good scholastic standing at the time of application.
Must have at least one full year of school remaining.
Provide official transcript(s) from an accredited School of Nursing.
Submit a two-page, 500-word maximum Personal Statement.
Provide a 5-page maximum Resume or CV.
Two letters of recommendation:
- One from the Dean/Faculty member (must include enrollment and expected date of graduation), and
- The second from the NBNA Chapter President/Vice President (validating the application information is correct)
Letter from the Registrar verifying enrollment and expected graduation date.
A clean/clear professional headshot.
Additional items to accompany the application in support of the candidate's eligibility and desirability may include documented evidence of:
- participation in student nurse activities, and
- involvement in the African American Community, i.e., letters, news clippings, awards, certificates

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