Losinger Nursing Scholarship

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$5,000
1 winner$5,000
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Application Deadline
Apr 19, 2026
Winners Announced
May 19, 2026
Education Level
High School, Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Field of Study:
Nursing
Education Level:
High school senior or current undergraduate

Mary Lou Losinger spent her career as a dedicated pediatric nurse practitioner in the small town of Elmira, New York. Even in retirement, she maintains a passion for nursing, and her three sons created this scholarship to honor her professional legacy.  

For decades, Mary Lou has been a nurse to everyone around her. She provided end of life care to many loved ones and continues to help her friends with their medical appointments, daily medications, and mental health. She is always nursing and has made her community a better place by applying a “good bedside manner” to everyone in her life.  

There is a shortage of well-trained, empathetic, compassionate nurses, especially in small towns. With that in mind, the Losinger Nursing Scholarship seeks to support students who are pursuing a career in nursing and who are dedicated to using their skills to help others. 

High school seniors and college students pursuing a degree in nursing are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. First-generation college students and applicants from the Southern Tier of New York are preferred, but all applicants will be considered.

To apply, please respond to the prompts below.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published September 9, 2025
Essay Topic

Please submit a written response to the following two prompts.


1. Please discuss your personal inspiration for pursuing a career in nursing. (250-300 words)


2. What does the phrase "human touch" mean to you? Explain how "human touch" can impact patient care. (350-400 words)







550–700 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 19, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 19, 2026.