Scholarships And Awards
The worldwide downturn in financial markets has resulted in serious reductions in the endowment of the Rhode Island College Foundation as well as those of all public and private institutions, large and small. The investment income from endowments at RIC is the source of our privately funded annual scholarships, and this income has been seriously impacted by the recent declines.
As a result, the College will be unable to provide annual scholarships for the 2009-2010 academic year that are funded by the RIC Foundation (see list below). However, this reduction is less than 1% of the total financial aid available to students from public and private sources, and thus the College will maintain over 99 percent of all student aid for the 2009-2010 academic year. In addition, all multiple-year scholarships that have already been awarded will be maintained if the awardees remain eligible. The scholarships listed below are awarded annually, so there are no students who have been anticipating the awarding of those scholarships in their personal budget planning. These scholarships will be restored in the first year that the Foundation’s investments start to return income.
The annual scholarships described below will not be awarded for 2009/10:
William F. Ciambrone Memorial Endowed Scholarship In Nursing
Debra A. Dumont Memorial Scholarship
Mary E. Love Scholarship
Eleanor M. Olson Scholarship
Students enrolled in the Department of Nursing are eligible to apply for a number of scholarships including the following:
Arbour Health System
Five private psychiatric hospitals offer tuition support up to $1250 per year
in return for a commitment of one year of full-time employment up to $5000; over
two years in return for four years of full-time employment. During the school
year the student nurse will be employed in one of the hospitals (closest in
South Attleboro) as a mental health counselor with benefits. Contact the
Director of Nursing Development at 1-617-390-1437 or email to ajobs@ahsinc.com.
Website 
www.arbourhealth.com.
Army Nurse Corps (ANCA) Scholarship Program
The purpose of the Army Nurse Corps Association (ANCA) Education Fund is to award scholarships to students attending accredited baccalaureate or graduate nursing and anesthesia programs. Other non-traditional nursing programs may also be eligible. For 2010, ANCA scholarships will be $3,000 per selected applicant. All applications are due by 1 April 2010 and will be reviewed by the ANCA Education Committee. Selected students will be notified within a few weeks. Scholarship funds are sent to the school to be managed for the student and not sent directly to the student.
Click here for application and information.
Lucy C. Ayers Foundation
$1000 award offered to nursing students enrolled in an accredited program. A
student may apply more than once but only one application per fiscal year (April
1-May 31) will be considered. No deadline.
Mary Brunell Scholarship
The Mary Brunell Scholarship Fund has been established within the Rhode
Island College Foundation by Mary Brunell, Ed.D., RN. The purpose of the
scholarship is to assist nursing students who have demonstrated interest in
gerontological nursing. During her tenure as the Vice President for Patient
Services at Roger Williams Medical Center, Mary Brunell enjoyed a strong
professional relationship with the Department of Nursing at Rhode Island College
and, in recognition of her own commitment to and interest in gerontological
nursing, endowed the scholarship to provide financial help to students who
shared that interest.
Karla Carroll Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Karla Carroll was a graduate of the Rhode Island College nursing program. She
loved nursing and dedicated herself to helping people. She was killed in a plane
crash. In her honor, her mother has funded the Karla Carroll Memorial Nursing
Scholarship. An annual award of $1000.00 will be made to a junior or senior
level nursing student who loves nursing and helping people as Karla did.
William F. Ciambrone Memorial Endowed Scholarship In Nursing
$100-$300 awarded annually to a declared nursing major enrolled full time.
Criteria include Rhode Island residency, financial need as determined by RIC
Office of Financial Aid, GPA > 3.0. Contact the Department of Nursing for an
application.
Debra A. Dumont Memorial Scholarship
Up to $300. awarded annually to a junior or senior nursing student who is
working in health care while completing his/her degree. Selection is based on
commitment to nursing as reflected in an essay, work status and R.I. residency.
There is a May deadline for this scholarship.
Delta-Upsilon-At-Large Chapter Of Sigma Theta Tau, International
Offers an annual award of $1000 to a full-time student who is or is about to become a member of Delta Upsilon and has completed two or more clinical nursing courses at Rhode island College. Selection is based on scholastic achievement, leadership, creativity, evidence of professional commitment, and financial need. Deadline for application is November 15. Contact: Dr. Maureen Newman (401) 456-9543.
Long Term Care Nurses Scholarship
Awards three (3) $500 scholarships to individuals who have been employees of long term care facilities for at least 2 years and currently enrolled in an RN program. Contact RI Long Term Care Association, 57 Kilvert Street, Suite 200, Warwick, R.I. 02886-10009 for applications. Deadline August 1st.
Mary E. Love Scholarship
This fund provides three awards of up to $700 each to a Rhode Island college
junior, senior, and registered nurse student. Selection is based on academic
performance, participation in Department activities, service to the College and
community, and an essay. Deadline for applications is May 31st.
Massachusetts Long Term Care Foundation
(MassLTC) Scholarships up to $2000 for enrolled nursing students who are
currently working in a nursing home or assisted living residence in
Massachusetts and have worked there for at least one year. Applications can be
obtained on line at www.mecf.org
under "What's New". Deadline April 1st.
Massachusetts/Rhode Island League For Nursing
Awards an annual scholarship to a junior or registered nurse student who has lived in Massachusetts or Rhode Island for at least 4 years. The one-time award is based on financial need, ability to maintain a satisfactory academic standing, and ability to contribute to the nursing profession. Call 1-617-242-3009 to request an application packet. Deadline for applications is July 31st. Request an application from the MARLIN Office (617)-242-3009.
Doris Mathewson Award
Awards $1000 to a part-time or full-time student in the nursing major at Rhode
Island College. Criteria include minimum GPA of 3.0, and 3.0 in each nursing
course, evidence of Department activities and service to the College and
community and an essay. Deadline May 31st.
Minority Nurse Scholarship
Up to $3000. Criteria and applications available on line:
www.minoritynurse.com.
National Association Of Hispanic Nurses Scholarship
Awarded to an Hispanic baccalaureate nursing student who is a member of the
National Association of Hispanic Nurses. Criteria include minimum 3.0 GPA,
potential for contribution to the profession (evaluated by essay) and financial
need. Deadline for application is April 30th. Applications available on line at
www.thehispanicnurses.org.
National Student Nurses' Association
Awards a scholarship of up to $2500 to an eligible student enrolled as a
nursing major. Information available
on the website (Click on "Foundation").
Navy Nurse Candidate Program
Awards up to $34,000 to finish your degree. The Navy offers an excellent opportunity
for nursing students. For details click here. E-mail jill.maldarelli@navy.mil
Website address is www.navy.com.
New England Navy Nurse Corps Association Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship awarded to a student who has successfully completed at least one clinical nursing course, GPA > 2.3. Two recommendations from faculty or professional nurse and a 500 word personal statement stating why you are qualified for a scholarship, your career goals and potential for contribution to the profession. Deadline May 31. Applications are available in theSchool of Nursing.
Albert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship
Available to full and part-time registered nurse students who practice in Rhode Island and/or an undergraduate student entering junior or senior year. Deadlines for applications are mid April preceding the year of study.
Please visit www.rifoundation.org for additional information.
Nurse Reinvestment Act Scholarship
Awarded to U.S. citizens and nationals enrolled or accepted for enrollment full or part-time in an accredited professional nursing program.
Nursing Foundation Of Rhode Island
Scholarships of $500-$1000 are awarded to undergraduate nursing students,
preferably juniors or seniors. Criteria include: GPA > 3.0, clinical
proficiency, enthusiasm and motivation. Deadline is June 1.
www.rinursingfoundation.org.
Nursing Scholarships
Nursing Scholarships offer tuition, required fees, books, etc. and a monthly
stipend of approximately $1000 in exchange for 2 years of service at a health
care facility with a critical shortage of nurses. For more information, visit
their website
bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing/scholarship/default.htm.
Eleanor M. Olson Scholarship
Awards up to $300 to a Rhode Island resident with a
GPA > 2,5 who is a full or part-time student at any level of Rhode Island
College nursing. Applicants must write a 500 word essay on why they chose
nursing as a career. Preference is given to descendants of graduates of
Pawtucket Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. Deadline for application is May
31st.
Oncology Nursing Foundation Scholarship
A $2000 award to a student currently in the clinical component of a nursing
program who has an interest in and commitment to oncology nursing. At the end of
the year of scholarship participation a report will be submitted describing
education activities in which he/she participated. Deadline February 1.
Applications can be downloaded from
www.ons.org (sec: ONS Foundation Awards & Scholarships section).
J.O. Pollack / National League Of Nursing Student Scholarship
Two $1000 awards offered to students enrolled in state approved nursing programs. Selection is based on a GPA of 3.0 and volunteer service. Check back for application information. Deadline is March 12th.
Rhode Island College Alumni Association
Offers annual scholarships of $250 or more to full time undergraduate students presently enrolled as freshmen, sophomores or juniors. Selection is based on GPA of 2.75 or higher and personal statement. Deadline for applications is June 1st. Contact the R.I. College Alumni Office at 456-8086.
Edward J. and Virginia M. Routhier Nursing Scholarship
The Edward J. and Virginia M. Routhier Nursing Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to students studying at accredited nursing programs in Rhode Island. The advisors to the Routhier Foundation established this fund to memorialize the couple and, in particular, to honor Mrs. Routhier, who spent her lifetime as a nurse. Scholarships covering full or partial cost of attendance will be given semiannually with awards renewable if the student maintains good academic standing. Deadlines for applications are mid April preceding the year of study.
Please visit www.rifoundation.org for additional information.
St. Anne's Multicultural Scholarships
Six $500 awards are made to bilingual and bicultural Portuguese, Cambodian, or Latino residents of the greater Fall River area planning or pursuing a degree in nursing or related profession. Deadline: April 15. Call 1-508-674-5600 for an application.
Sorrentino Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to applicants 25 years of age or older enrolled in a degree-granting educational institution who demonstrate financial need. A completed application, two references and a one to two page statement. Deadline is mid May.
Please visit www.rifoundation.org for additional information.
Susan McGuire-Pizzo Memorial Scholarship
One $1000 award/year with a two year maximum awarded to an individual who has
been employed at R.I. Hospital for at least 2 years who is enrolled in an
accredited educational institution. The award is based on: personal statement,
financial need and references. Applications are available from the UNAP office:
831-3647 or from the web: www.unap.org/rih/5098index.html. Deadline is April 15.
Tylenol Health Education Scholarships
$1000 - $10,000 awarded. Criteria and applications available on line.
www.tylenol.com.
Deadlines and amount of monetary award are subject to change and should be confirmed with the agency or group awarding each scholarship.
Students interested in obtaining additional information about these scholarships should contact Anne Carty - FLS142 - (401) 456-9663. For information about other funding sources, students should contact the Office of Student Financial Aid at (401) 456-8033.
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