Scholarships And Awards

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 Outside Linkwww.arbourhealth.com.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 Outside Linkwww.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.

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Minority Nurse Scholarship

Up to $3000. Criteria and applications available on line:

Outside Linkwww.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 Outside Linkwww.thehispanicnurses.org.

National Student Nurses' Association

Awards a scholarship of up to $2500 to an eligible student enrolled as a nursing major. Outside LinkInformation 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 Outside Linkwww.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.

Newton Scholarship Fund Of The Rhode Island Foundation

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 October 1st and April 1st preceding the year of study.

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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.

Outside Linkwww.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 Outside Link bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing/scholarship/default.htm.

Elenor 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.

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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 Outside Link 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.

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 45 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 June 15. Request application from the R.I. Foundation at 274-4564.

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: Outside Link www.unap.org/rih/5098index.html. Deadline is April 15.

Tylenol Health Education Scholarships

$1000 - $10,000 awarded. Criteria and applications available on line. Outside Linkwww.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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Page last updated: Wednesday, April 16, 2008