National Association of Hispanic Nurses Scholarships
These awards are presented to NAHN members enrolled in associate, diploma, baccalaureate,
graduate or practical/vocational nursing programs. Selection of recipients is based
on current academic standing. Scholarship award recipients are a select group of
Hispanic students who demonstrate promise of future professional contributions to
the nursing profession and who have the potential to act as role models for other
aspiring nursing students. To qualify for the scholarship award, the applicant must
be currently enrolled in a school of nursing and be a United States citizen or legal
resident of the United States. The number of scholarships offered is dependent upon
the amount in the scholarship fund.
Criteria for the Scholarship Awards include:
- The NAHN scholarship application form with all sections completed by the student
and submitted by deadline date.
- One (1) Letter of Recommendation a faculty member outlining the applicant’s future
professional contribution to the nursing profession and potential to act as a role
model for other aspiring nursing students.
- A typed 300 words or less essay by the student that reflects the qualifications
and potential for leadership in nursing in the Hispanic community.
- Résumé, which includes earned certificates, awards, and special honors.
- Provide estimate of educational expenses, including any other financial aid for
the year requested.
- An official transcript from College or Nursing Program.
- Academic excellence (minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred).
- National Scholarship application form completed.
- Verification of membership status in NAHN.
Maximum Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March
For more information about the NAHN Scholarships or to download the application form, please visit:
http://thehispanicnurses.org