Utah Nursing Grant-In-Aid Scholarship Deadlines and Criteria
Nursing students in Utah can apply for the $1,000 Grant-In-Aid scholarship by the June 1st or October 1st deadlines, as detailed in guidelines from the Utah Nurses Foundation. The funding covers tuition and books.
Applicants must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. They also need to be enrolled at least part-time with a minimum of six credit hours in the nursing program.
Candidates Must Meet Nursing Course and Residency Requirements
Candidates must finish at least one semester of core nursing courses before submitting an application. Residency in Utah is required for all applicants.
Membership rules vary depending on the educational path of the student. Undergraduate students must be a member of their school chapter of the National Student Nurses Association. Registered nurses pursuing a Baccalaureate Degree or an Advanced Nursing Degree must be a member of the Utah Nurses Association and/or the American Nurses Association.
- Personal narrative covering career goals and community involvement
- Copy of current unofficial or official transcripts
- Membership ID from NSNA or UNA
- Completed financial need section detailing all resources
- One professional recommendation via direct email link
Selection Parameters and Award Obligations
The Scholarship Committee evaluates candidates based on their nursing education level, financial need, quality of the personal narrative, and community involvement. The Board of Trustees reviews these recommendations and applicants receive notice of the Board’s recommendations by July 15th and November 15th.
Recipients face specific obligations upon accepting the award. Students agree to work for a Utah Health Care Facility or Utah Educational Institution as a full-time employee for one year, or part-time for two years. They also agree to join the Utah Nurses Association within six months of graduation if not already members.
If a student fails to complete their educational program or work in Utah, the scholarship monies must be reimbursed to the Utah Nurses Foundation. Recipients are eligible to receive the Nursing Grant-In-Aid scholarship twice.
