VNutrition and Wellness Nursing Scholarship

Funded by
$500
1 winner$500
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Application Deadline
Apr 11, 2027
Winners Announced
May 12, 2027
Education Level
Any
Eligibility Requirements
Desired Career:
Nurse
Education Level:
High school, undergraduate, or graduate student

Access to education is one of the strongest drivers of opportunity. For students pursuing nursing, the costs add up quickly—tuition and fees, books, scrubs, clinical supplies, transportation, and licensing exams.

Nurses and nursing assistants play a critical role in strengthening local communities through compassionate, hands-on care. The Vnutrition Nursing Scholarship exists to support students who are committed to that work and who want to improve health outcomes through patient education, prevention, and everyday nutrition support.

This $500 scholarship is designed to help ease a portion of the financial pressure so students can stay focused on completing their program and entering the workforce prepared to serve. Any high school, undergraduate, or graduate student pursuing nursing my apply.

To apply, respond to the essay prompt below.

Selection Criteria:
Impact, Ambition
Published February 4, 2026
Essay Topic

How will your nursing career help improve people’s nutrition and overall health? Share the steps you plan to take to encourage healthier eating habits.

400600 words

Winning Application

Ashley Ramirez
The University of Tennessee-KnoxvilleKnoxville, TN
Ron Burchell
University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesCrossett, AR

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 11, 2027. Winners will be announced on May 12, 2027.