[Page 2] The 120 Best Nursing Scholarships in October 2026

This scholarship supports any undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), or Registered Nurse (RN) program at an accredited university in the United States may apply for this scholarship opportunity. 

This scholarship honors a paramedic by supporting high school and undergraduate students pursuing first-responder careers such as EMT, nursing, or paramedicine.

This scholarship honors Kristina Lash by supporting undergraduate students pursuing nursing who reside in Ventura or Santa Barbara County, California.

This scholarship exists to support students who are committed to nursing and who want to improve health outcomes through patient education, prevention, and everyday nutrition support.

This scholarship honors Andrew Lopez by supporting students accepted into or enrolled in a doctoral nurse anesthesia program.

This scholarship supports Massachusetts and Connecticut high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing nursing or teaching degrees who have overcome personal challenges.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory and hopes of Lexi Nicole Olvera by supporting students who will carry on her legacy.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Coty Crisp by supporting students who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.

In memory of Evan James Vaillancourt, an Army Combat Medic, this scholarship supports high school seniors with a 3.5+ GPA pursuing a nursing degree who have community service or volunteering experience.

This scholarship seeks to honor Christina Rasanen by supporting students who share her passion for caregiving.

This scholarship honors Maureen C. Pace by supporting New York high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate nursing students with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Jennifer D. Hale by supporting students who are pursuing their dreams in the field of nursing.

This scholarship supports undergraduate nursing students who want to care for patients experiencing chronic illness, diabetes, cardiac symptoms, or ostomy-care needs.

This scholarship supports high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing a career in the medical field, including Medical Practice, Medicine, Medical Devices, Hospital & Health Care, or Alternative Medicine.

This scholarship will support everyday people to develop and grow into a profession of nursing without the financial burden.

This scholarship seeks to encourage the next generation of nurses who hope to address the COVID-19 pandemic through their careers.

This scholarship is for single mothers who are pursuing a degree in nursing.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dr. Nova Grace Hinman Weinstein by supporting students who are dedicated to researching breast cancer.

This scholarship aims to empower students who are passionate about making a difference in the field of women’s health.

This scholarship aims to help aspiring medical professionals focus on their studies and navigate the demanding and costly journey toward becoming healthcare leaders.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Sammy Hason Sr. by supporting students who share his passion for helping others through health care.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Sarah Eber by supporting students who share her passion for helping children.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jean Gwyn by supporting current oncology nurses.

To honor the life of Dashanna K. McNeil, this scholarship to encourage those who share her commitment to healing to continue in their Nursing studies.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Rosalie A. DuPont (Young) by supporting students who are pursuing vital careers in nursing.

This scholarship seeks to support students who are pursuing higher education so they can afford to complete their degrees and go on to make a difference in the health and wellness of others.

This scholarship will support one student who is currently enrolled in a nurse anesthesia program.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Kelly O. by supporting students who are beginning or continuing their nursing journeys.

This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about becoming nurses and addressing the current shortage.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Rebecca Lynn Seto by supporting students who are pursuing careers supporting those with disabilities, preferably within the pediatrics space.