[Page 2] The 120 Best Nursing Scholarships in October 2026
Updated: October 5, 2026
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Nursing school is demanding — finding scholarships shouldn’t be. This page features the top Bold.org scholarships for nursing students, ranked by award size, effort, deadline, and eligibility — so you can stay focused on your clinical goals.
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Madison Victoria Keith Nursing Scholarship
Funded byThe Cave FamilyThis scholarship honors the memory of Madison Victoria Keith by supporting female California undergraduates (associate or bachelor's) pursuing a nursing major.Amount$6,000Deadline:Mar 2, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes31
Raquel Merlini Pay it Forward Scholarship
Funded byraquel MerliniThis scholarship is designed to support divorced or single mothers with an opportunity to pursue the education she deserves.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 22, 2027Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes32
Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts Scholarship for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Registered Nurse Students
Funded bySkin, Bones, Hearts & Private PartsThis 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.Amount$5,000Deadline:Mar 31, 2027Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes33
VNutrition and Wellness Nursing Scholarship
Funded bywiseGEEKThis 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.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 11, 2027Education LevelAnyTakes minutes34
Ed and Flora Pellegri Scholarship
Funded byEdward PellegriThis scholarship supports Massachusetts and Connecticut high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing nursing or teaching degrees who have overcome personal challenges.Amount$5,000Deadline:Apr 16, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes35
Lexi Nicole Olvera Memorial Scholarship
Funded byScott OlveraThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory and hopes of Lexi Nicole Olvera by supporting students who will carry on her legacy.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 20, 2027Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes36
Coty Crisp Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRonald SparksThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Coty Crisp by supporting students who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 20, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes37
Evan James Vaillancourt Memorial Scholarship
Funded byVaillancourtIn 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.Amount$1,200Deadline:Apr 30, 2027Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes38
Christina Rasanen Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRCESThis scholarship seeks to honor Christina Rasanen by supporting students who share her passion for caregiving.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 30, 2027Education LevelGraduateTakes minutes39
Maureen C. Pace Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Funded byThe Pace FamilyThis scholarship honors Maureen C. Pace by supporting New York high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate nursing students with a 3.0 GPA or higher.Amount$2,500Deadline:May 14, 2027Education LevelAnyTakes minutes40
Jennifer D. Hale Memorial Scholarship
Funded byHaley burrowThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Jennifer D. Hale by supporting students who are pursuing their dreams in the field of nursing.Amount$1,000Deadline:May 20, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes41
Maxwell Tuan Nguyen Memorial Scholarship
Funded byNguyenThis 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.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 31, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes42
TALSN Scholarship for Certified Nursing Assistants
Funded byTALSN Professional ServicesThis scholarship will support everyday people to develop and grow into a profession of nursing without the financial burden.Amount$1,610Deadline:Oct 1, 2021Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners43
HSINTELLIGENCE Minority / Indigenous Nurse Leader Scholarship
Funded byHSINTELLIGENCEThis scholarship seeks to encourage the next generation of nurses who hope to address the COVID-19 pandemic through their careers.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 29, 2022Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners44
Vicki Sartin's Purpose in Nursing Scholarship
Funded byVicki SartinThis scholarship is for single mothers who are pursuing a degree in nursing.Amount$3,000Deadline:Aug 15, 2022Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners45
Dr. Nova Grace Hinman Weinstein Triple Negative Breast Cancer Research Scholarship
Funded byHinman TiefenbachThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dr. Nova Grace Hinman Weinstein by supporting students who are dedicated to researching breast cancer.Amount$4,000Deadline:Mar 27, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners46
Women’s Health Research & Innovation Scholarship
Funded byJosh Adams and Lynn O'BrienThis scholarship aims to empower students who are passionate about making a difference in the field of women’s health.Amount$3,380Deadline:Sep 27, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is in review47
RELEVANCE Scholarship
Funded byBrooke CowanThis scholarship aims to help aspiring medical professionals focus on their studies and navigate the demanding and costly journey toward becoming healthcare leaders.Amount$2,000Deadline:Feb 26, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners48
Sammy Hason, Sr. Memorial Scholarship
Funded byHason FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Sammy Hason Sr. by supporting students who share his passion for helping others through health care.Amount$600Deadline:Feb 25, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner49
Sarah Eber Child Life Scholarship
Funded byDavid PollittThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Sarah Eber by supporting students who share her passion for helping children.Amount$655Deadline:Apr 30, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner50
Jean Gwyn Memorial Student Loan Repayment Scholarship for Oncology Nurses
Funded byThe family of Jean GwynThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jean Gwyn by supporting current oncology nurses.Amount$2,275Deadline:Feb 5, 2026Education LevelGraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners51
Dashanna K. McNeil Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDashanna K McNeil Memorial ScholarshipTo honor the life of Dashanna K. McNeil, this scholarship to encourage those who share her commitment to healing to continue in their Nursing studies.Amount$655Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner52
EverGreen Trails of Service Scholarship
Funded byEverGreen AdventuresThis scholarship seeks to support students who are dedicated to the field of nursing and committed to helping others.Amount$2,100Deadline:Jul 25, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners53
Rosalie A. DuPont (Young) Nursing Scholarship
Funded byAntonia Maria Casino and Antonio DuPontThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Rosalie A. DuPont (Young) by supporting students who are pursuing vital careers in nursing.Amount$1,300Deadline:Jul 15, 2023Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner54
Eddie Hankins Medical Service Scholarship
Funded byHankins FamilyThis scholarship honors paramedic Eddie Hankins by supporting high school and undergraduate students pursuing first-responder careers like EMT, nursing, or paramedicine.Amount$1,595Deadline:Jul 1, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner55
Beacon of Light Scholarship
Funded byChristina JuddThis 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.Amount$700Deadline:Aug 19, 2025Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner56
Pay It Forward CRNA Scholarship
Funded byCRNA SCHOOL PREP ACADEMYThis scholarship will support one student who is currently enrolled in a nurse anesthesia program.Amount$4,400Deadline:May 1, 2022Education LevelGraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners57
Kelly O. Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Funded byKate SmithThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Kelly O. by supporting students who are beginning or continuing their nursing journeys.Amount$1,200Deadline:Jun 28, 2025Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner58
Romeo Nursing Scholarship
Funded byRomeo FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about becoming nurses and addressing the current shortage.Amount$700Deadline:Nov 1, 2023Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner59
Ayana Grace Belton Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Funded byBelton FamilyThis scholarship will support high school seniors in Florida planning to pursue a career in nursing.Amount$2,300Deadline:Oct 2, 2024Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners60