FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE TO NURSING STUDENTS THROUGH FINANCIAL AID SERVICES OF IPFW

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1 FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE TO NURSING STUDENTS THROUGH FINANCIAL AID SERVICES OF IPFW (for most current listings see: http IPFW Financial Aid Services, Kettler Hall 102B, or IPFW. General s: Also check out: and for scholarship searches. SCHOLARSHIP QUALIFICATIONS APPLICATION DEADLINE AMOUNT IPFW/Parkview Program Questa Foundation for Education 1. Must have completed first clinical nursing course 2. Enrolled full-time in undergraduate nursing program, 3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 (GPA calculated on courses that apply to the degree), 4. Must be able to attend the award celebration. (Preference will be given to Parkview Health employees) Virgil J. and Mildred C. Roy Nursing s Eligible applicants include those nursing students who are enrolled in an Allen County school of nursing and are pursuing an RN degree. This is a competitive scholarship that includes a formal application process. Selection of scholarship recipients is based upon academic standing, financial need and requires the recommendation of the nursing department as well as character references. July 1 st : Fall semester, Oct. 1 st : Spring semester. Apply online (see above) Applications are available in the nursing office (LA 345)) and should be turned in to Dr. Carol Sternberger, department chair. Students should apply after they have received their financial award letter, but no later than July 15. Applications are available in the nursing office and at $1, 000 given biannually Mary F. Hyman for Nursing May Connard Alexander Memorial for Nursing 1. Cumulative GPA of 3.0, 2. Enrolled in a 200, 300 or 400 clinical nursing course. 3. Have taken or enrolled in a course that will count toward a BS in Nursing degree, 4. Submit a word essay on the topic: "What professional nursing means to me." 5. If equally-qualified students apply, financial need will be considered. Student must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and be enrolled as a Nursing major with the expectation of completing the Baccalaureate Nursing program. Student must be enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours during the period the student is awarded the funds. Student must be enrolled in or have completed a class in Community Health or Public Health Nursing. Applications must be submitted to the Nursing Office (LA 345) by July 1 st : Fall semester Oct. 1 st : Spring semester. Apply online (see above) Students must have completed FAFSA. Recipients nominated by faculty. (No applications). Two $500 awards for Fall and one $500 award for Spring This scholarship is restricted to tuition/fees only.

2 SSACI Nursing Fund 1. Indiana resident, 2. Show financial need, 3. Regularly admitted to IPFW nursing degree program, 4. GPA of 2.3 or higher (if pre-nursing) or 2.0 or higher (if in the nursing program), 5. Sign agreement to be employed as a nurse in any type of health care setting or licensed organization in (a) Indiana or (b) any local, state, or federal government entity located in Indiana, for at least 2 years following graduation. August of each year. Applications are available at /. Turn in to Financial Aid (KT 102B) Must have completed FAFSA Clarion Health Nursing 1. Must be enrolled on a full or part-time basis in an IN school for RN. 2. An ADN program requires that you are in last year of nursing ed and a BSN requires in your last two years. Awarded on basis of academic achievement & are competitive. Postmarked by May 15. Applications are available in the Nursing office. Maximum Annual Amount - $5000 (can only be applied to tuition and fees) Duke's Day Award William D. Perry Memorial Chancellor's 1. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours in a health area major, 2. Not a prior year recipient, 3. Based on merit, amount of other financial assistance, and longevity, 4. Must be able to attend the awards dinner. 1. Must be pursuing a degree or certificate program within the College of Health and Human Services or SPEA's public health program (awards alternate between the College of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA), 2. Must enroll in a minimum of six credit hours, 3. Awards based on merit. New high school graduate earning an Indiana Core 40 or Academic Honors Diploma and who: 1. Ranks in the top 10 percent of their high school class and have SAT scores of 1800 or greater or an ACT of 27 or greater; OR 2. Ranks in the top 5 percent of high school class and has SAT scores of 1650 or greater or ACT composite of 24 or greater, OR 3. Has earned semifinalist or finalist status in the National Merit scholarship competition, OR 4. Valedictorian or salutatorian from a state accredited high school, 5. Enrolling as full-time student in fall and spring semester each year (with no break in enrollment). September 15. (submit application to Chairperson of specific health major) Applications periodically available in Nursing office, LA 345. Must be admitted to IPFW by March 1st for a fall semester No application is required Contact IPFW Admissions office, Kettler Hall Rm 111, Half-tuition scholarship awarded annually (limited to 4 years of enrollment) Chancellor's Merit Award (for Out-of-State Students) (Cumulative GPA of 3.5 required for renewal) 1. Graduated from a high school outside of Indiana, 2. Have a high school rank in the top 25%, 3. earn an SAT score of at least 1100 (or an ACT score of at least 24) or a TOEFL score of at least 550, OR Awards require full-time enrollment in fall and spring semesters, with no break in enrollment. Remission of non-resident fees (amounting to approximately

3 Have earned semifinalist or finalist status in the National Merit competition, OR Transfer from a college outside Indiana with at least 24 credits and a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (transfer students with fewer credits completed will be evaluated on their high school record and test scores). Students must also be recommended by an IPFW administrator based on demonstration of a special academic or athletic talent. College of Health and Human Services eligibility criteria: 1. "Special talent" as documented by service activities to the community or profession (other types of exceptional service will also be considered) and 2. The ability to effectively communicate career aspirations and long-term educational goals. U.S. students contact: IPFW Admissions Office, International students contact International Programs at (A student may receive either a Chancellor's or a Chancellor's Merit Award, but not both) a 2/3 tuition reduction) 100 awards will be made per academic year on a first-come, first-served basis (50 for domestic students and 50 for international students) (Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is required for renewal) Top Ten 1. Indiana Core 40 or Academic Honors Diploma, (residents of other states will have followed a college prep HS curriculum.) 2. Rank in the top 10% of high school class (SAT or ACT scores not considered) Awarded on first-come firstserved basis by act of admission 25-$1,000 awards (nonrenewable) Student who receives Chancellor s or Chancellor s Merit Award, may not receive Top Ten. Tapestry s 1. Accepted into an undergraduate or graduate degree program in the College of Health and Human Services 2.. Preference given to female students 3. Maintained an undergraduate 3.3 (B+) IPFW program grade-point average or better at the end of Fall semester or, if a graduate student, maintained a 3.3 grade-point average for current graduate degree Cover tuition and fees for an academic year, up to a specified amount. Olive B. Cole Foundation Assistance Program 1. Noble County, Indiana resident, 2. Attending or intending to attend IPFW on a part time basis, 3. Those who have already attended must have minimum GPA of 2.0, 4. Show financial need. June 1 for fall semester or academic year or December 1 for spring semester Contact IPFW Financial Aid Services for a Cole Foundation Application Funding for a maximum of eight semesters Administrative & Professional Staff Dependent 1. Must be eligible for the fee remission under the Purdue guidelines, 2. Must have parent, step-parent, or guardian as sponsoring administrator, 3. Must maintain minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 after the first semester, 4. Must not be an employee of IPFW who receives staff benefits. Must apply by sending a memo with the name of sponsoring administrator and campus phone number, name of student, and, if applicable, number of credit hours already completed to Financial Aid by August 1 or December 1. (Must reapply each year) Contact Fin Aid

4 Association of IPFW Women Ralph Broyles Malissa V. Mitchell Helen I. and Rodney E. Nern Harold C. Moran Laverne Noyes IPFW Alumni (part-time) 1. Must be a full time, junior or senior woman, 2. Show financial need, 3. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of (Only usable toward IPFW Child Care Center.) 1. Must have completed at least one semester at IPFW, 2. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, 3. Must enroll full time, 4. Show financial need. Student must be pursuing an IU@FW degree program. 1. Allen County, Indiana resident, 2. In a Purdue at Fort Wayne degree program, 3. Minimum GPA of 2.5, 4. Show financial need, 5. May be part time student. 1. Show financial need, 2. Must be a Purdue at Fort Wayne student, 3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 required for continuing students. 1. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, 2. Most recent semester GPA of at least 2.0, 3. Must be enrolled full time. 4. Show financial need. (Student must be in PU@FW degree program.) Must have a direct ancestor who served during World War I (must certify and provide a written statement describing his/her relationship to the person who served during World War I). 1. Alumnus/na, or son, step-son, daughter, step-daughter, or spouse of an IPFW alumnus/na who is a dues payer, 2. Part-time IPFW student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at the Fort Wayne campus, 3. Cumulative GPA and essay for current IPFW students OR high school rank, SAT scores, and essay for incoming freshmen. *Refer to website listed on s. s. s. s. s. s. March 1 (A FAFSA must be filed by March 1 also) Contact IPFW Alumni Relations Office, WU 125. Friends of IPFW IPFW Anniversary 1. New high school graduate, 2. Rank in the top 30 percent of high school class, 3. SAT scores of at least 1800 or ACT composite of at least 27, 4, Be admitted to IPFW Continuing students must have GPA of 3.2 and show financial need. 1. New high school graduates 2. Must demonstrate superior academic achievement and leadership or service within their school or community Must be admitted to IPFW by March 31. No application form needed for first time award Refer to website on front page. March 31. Nominated by high school guidance counselors by March 31. (no application form) Contact high school Two additional scholarships awarded to continuing students.

5 General Motors Endowed Sidney and Viola Hunter IPFW General Joanne B. Lantz Purdue University at Fort Wayne Alumni Association Must be one of the following: a) a minority or female employee of GM, b) the minority spouse of a minority or female employee, c) the female or minority child of a minority or female employee. (letter of verification of employment must be sent to Financial Aid Services by the Personnel Division at GM's local operation) 1. Must be an entering freshman with a superior academic record, 2. Show financial need, 3. Students with a disability will be given first consideration. Continuing IPFW students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and continue to demonstrate financial need. 1. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, 2. Must have sophomore class standing, 3. May enroll full time or part time, 4. Show financial need. 1. Must be regularly admitted to IPFW, 2. Show financial need, 3. Minimum cumulative GPA of Must be a Purdue Univ. at Ft Wayne alumnus/na or the son, step-son, daughter, step-daughter, or spouse of a Purdue Univ. at Ft Wayne graduate who is a dues payer, 2. Must be enrolled full time, 3. Must be a junior or senior at IPFW pursuing a Purdue degree, 4. Cumulative GPA and essay determine selection. guidance counselor for recommendation form or IPFW Financial Aid Services Deadlines for applications and letters of verification are: June 1 for fall semester or academic year and November 30 for the spring semester only. (General Motors Applications are available at Financial Aid Services) Nomination deadline: March 31. Contact: your high school guidance counselor (for recommendation form) or IPFW Financial Aid Services s. s. March 1 (Student's FAFSA application must be on file by March 1 also) Contact: IPFW Alumni Relations, Kettler Hall 142, Jack Ulmer Memorial Awards made on a case-by-case basis to students who have exhausted all other sources of financial aid. s. Adell M. White 1. Returning adult student, with preference to female students currently enrolled at IPFW, 2. Should have been out of high school for 5 years or more, 3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, 4. Preference to students in education or teaching fields, 5. Financial need will be considered, 6. Demonstrate a high level of caring for others. August 1 Applications are available in the Center for Women and Returning Adults, WU G25,

6 Grahame & Thelma Somerville Any adult students who wish to re-enter the job market, advance in their current field or enter the job market for the first time after hardship circumstances, such as divorce, health complications involving family members, loss of employment, or other obstacles. Deadline: July 15 Write to: National City Bank, Somerville, 101 West Washington Street, Suite 600E, Indianapolis, IN Awards are for tuition and fees only The American Assembly for Men in Nursing Foundation and Johnson & Johnson s Campaign for Nursing s Future Thelma Parsons- Kuhne Dr. Beaumont S. Cornell Fort Wayne Street Rod Association Working Woman Women in Transition Dr Bertha Beazley Memorial Endowed 1. Male students pursuing professional nursing ed programs 2. Intended to support male students who are seeking a pre-rn licensure or graduate degree in nursing. 1. Must be enrolled full time, 2. Must be classified as a junior or senior, 3. Show financial need, 4. Minimum cumulative GPA of Must be a graduate of an Adams, Allen or Huntington County, IN, high school, 2. Must plan to become a medical doctor, 3. First-time students must either rank in the top 25% of high school and have SAT of at least 1250 (or ACT of 28) or rank in the top 10% of their high school class and have SAT of at least 1100 (or ACT of 24), 4. IPFW students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2, 5. Must enroll full time. 1. Must be legally blind, legally deaf, or long-term orthopedically handicapped as certified by the IPFW Office of Services for Students with Disabilities, 2. Must be pursuing a first undergraduate degree, 3. Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 cr hr each semester receiving the award. 1. Pursuing post-secondary education 2. Has been IN resident at least 1 yr. prior to application 3. Is employed at least 20 hours a week 4. At least part-time student 5. Demonstrates financial need 6. Awarded to a woman 1. Pursuing post-secondary education 2. Has been Indiana resident at least 1 yr. prior to applying years of age or older 4. Re-entering workforce, changing careers or is displaced worker 5. Demonstrates financial need 6. Awarded to a woman 1. Awarded to a woman entering her jr. or sr. yr. of a 4- year undergraduate program in a medical field 2. Has been IN resident at least 1 yr. prior to application 3. Demonstrates financial need MINORITY See Multicultural Services' web site at: Also see: Deadline: April l Mail to: AAMN Foundation, Attn: Jim Raper, DSN,CFNP, J.D Fern Street Birmingham, AL *Refer to web site on front page. Under General s. March 31 (if coming from high school) May 1 (if continuing IPFW student) Contact: your high school guidance counselor or IPFW Financial Aid Services for a Cornell application Contact: IPFW Services for Students with Disabilities, Walb Memorial Union 113, Apps available at org/scholarships.htm Postmarked by Feb. 15 Apps available at org/scholarships.htm Postmarked by Feb. 15 Apps available at org/scholarships.htm Postmarked by Feb. 15 $1, Two $500 scholarships Two $500 scholarships $500 scholarship

7 SCHOLARSHIPS Hispanic Student (Amigos de los Hispanos) Levan Scott William and Cora Watson Fort Wayne Black Medical and Dental Association 1. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, 2. Must be a degree-seeking student who is enrolled full time, 3. Preference is given to students who are active in the Hispanic community/hispanos Unidos. 1. Must be enrolled in an associate or baccalaureate degree program on a full time basis, 2. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, 3. Show financial need, 4. Preference given to students who are active in the Black Collegian Caucus. 1. Must be enrolled in an associate or baccalaureate degree program on a full time basis, 2. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, 3. Show financial need, 4. Preference is given to students who are active in the Black Collegian Caucus. 1. Must be a minority student pursuing a health care major, 2. Must be attending classes on a full-time basis, 3. Show financial need. Contact: IPFW Diversity & Multicultural Affairs, WU 118 Contact IPFW Diversity & Multicultural Affairs, WU 118 Contact IPFW Diversity & Multicultural Affairs, WU 118 Deadline: August 31 Applications are available in the Nursing office (LA 345) Mail applications to: Dr. Wayne Walker, 5001 S. Hanna Ft Wayne, IN GRANT ELIGIBILITY DEADLINE AMOUNT Pell These are federal grants for students who have demonstrated fin need and who have not earned a Bach degree. SEOG Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) are federal funds administered by Financial Aid. Financial aid applicants who who are eligible for a Pell Grant and file the FAFSA by the March priority deadline receive consideration for these grants. Jobworks Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid office, Veteran's Administration Vocational Rehabilitation Indiana Higher Education Awards Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid office, Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid office, These grants are administered by the State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana (SSACI). These awards are made to full-time(note: For the purposes of HEA, the State of Indiana considers 15 credit hours to be full time) students who are Indiana residents and who file the FAFSA by the March priority deadline. Demonstration of financial need also applies. Student must not yet have earned a

8 bachelor's degree. State Grant for part-time student University Grant Child of Veteran & Public Safety Officer (CVO) Supplemental Grant Clerical & Service Staff Advisory Committee (CSSAC) Dependent Grant Program Clerical and Service Staff Member Grant Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid office, These grants are funded by IPFW and are usually awarded to full-time students who do not quality for other need-based grant programs and file the FAFSA by the March priority deadline. 1. must be legal resident of the State of Indiana, 2. must be admitted/enrolled in a degree program. See additional criteria listed at: 1. Must be dependent children (natural, adoptive, or stepchildren) of benefitted members of IPFW clerical and service staff employed for at least one year, 2. Must be full time student in undergraduate program at IPFW campus during award period, 3. Must have completed 12 or more credit hours with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 at time of application. 1. Must be benefitted clerical/service staff employee employed for at least one year and registered for a mimimum of 3 credit hours per semester at IPFW campus, 2. Have completed 12 credit hours, 3. Have at least a 2.5 GPA *Refer to web site on front page. *Refer to web site on front page. Under General s. Submit a CSSAC Employee Grant Application by June 1 for the fall semester or the academic year or by November 1 for the spring semester only. Contact: Human Resources, LOANS ELIGIBILITY DEADLINE AMOUNT Perkins Loans Perkins Loans are federal need-based loans available to graduate and undergraduate students and have a 5 percent interest rate. Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid office, Stafford Loans Federal PLUS Loans Stafford Loans are made to you by a bank, credit union, or savings and loan association. Both federally subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford Loans are available to students. The amount borrowed under the subsidized and unsubsidized components combined may not exceed established loan limits. All students applying for Stafford Loans must file the FAFSA. Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid office, Federal PLUS Loans are offered by banks, or other lending institutions regardless of family income. Plus loans are made to the parents of dependent students. A variable interest rate is charged and is determined annually. All parents applying for PLUS Loans must file the FAFSA.

9 Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid Office, MISC. AID ELIGIBILITY DEADLINE AMOUNT Employer Tuition Assistance -- Lincoln National Life Employer Tuition Assistance -- UAW-GM Inquire at IPFW Financial Aid office, and submit directly to IPFW Bursar office. Get paperwork at GM Work Study Inquire at Career Services, Kettler 109, Child of Disabled Veteran Must be an Indiana resident and be admitted/enrolled in a degree program. Contact: IPFW Financial Aid Services, Kettler Hall 102B, Remission of most fees for a total of 124 credits OTHER NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS/LOANS SCHOLARSHIP QUALIFICATIONS APPLICATION DEADLINE Indiana Association of Health Care Recruiters (IAHCR) Fort Wayne Medical Society Alliance Dr. John W. & Marjorie H. Hohe (The Heritage Fund) Virgil J. & Mildred C. Roy Memorial Fund (Fort Wayne Educational 1. Indiana resident 2. currently enrolled in an accredited Indiana School of Nursing (ASN, BSN, or Nurse Practitioner) 1. Must be enrolled in the clinical portion of nursing, radiography, or surgical technology programs, 2. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, 3. Must show financial need, 4. Must provide a letter of reference, 5. Plan to practice in Allen County upon graduation. 1. Huntington County Resident, 2. Full-time IPFW student, 3. Minimum GPA of 2.0. Student must be enrolled in the nursing program. Awards are based on academic standing and financial need. Postmarked by May 24 Mail to: IAHCR P O Box 3457 Terre Haute, IN Application, letter of reference, and most recent transcript must be post-marked by November 25. Applications are available in the rack outside the Nursing lab. April 1 Applications are available in the rack outside the nursing lab (LA 345) July 15 Students are asked to apply after they have AMOUNT Up to $1, for second semester expenses s will be awarded in mid-august.

10 Foundation) Midwest Medical Research Foundation to Nursing Melvin Waltz Memorial ISNA Northeast Region Nursing Applicants must receive their school endorsement Associate Degree Award: Student must be in clinical portion of nursing program and plan to continue for BS in nursing degree Baccalaureate Degree Award: Student has excelled in a research class and plans to complete a masters in nursing 1. Student must be in the nursing program, 2. Awards are based on need, aptitude, and ability, 3. Qualified male nursing students are given first preference, but not to the exclusion of qualified female nursing students 1. Must be a resident of Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wells, or Whitley Counties, 2. Must have successfully completed at least one clinical nursing course and be enrolled in 6 or more undergraduate credit hours or 3 or more graduate credit hours Student must be in a Associate, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in nursing program, 3. Minimum GPA of 3.0, 4. Demonstrate professional behavior, 5. Exhibit leadership potential, 6. Show financial need. received the financial aid award letter. Contact: Nursing Department, LA 345, 2101 Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805; phone: Deadline: April 15 Applications available in the nursing office (LA 345) in March Apply online (see top first page) Applications are available outside NF B42 or in the nursing office (LA 345) Deadline: Feb 28 Contact: Judy Eichenauer, Chairman of the Indiana State Nurses Association Northeast Region $100 and a plaque at the completion of BS degree $100 and a plaque at the completion of a MS course Awards may be applied to tuition, fees, supplies, and/or room and board $500 scholarships for the academic year Indiana Health Care Foundation, Inc. 1. Indiana resident 2. Attend an in-state (or border state), post-secondary school, such as a University or Technical College 3. Possess a high school diploma or GED, 4. Must be accepted to LPN or RN accredited degree program 5. Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher, on a 4.0 scale 6. Return completed application with transcripts, three letters of recommendation and essay to IHCF 7. Agree to a personal interview at the IHCF offices in Indianapolis when contacted by IHCF 8. Special consideration given to students showing dedication and commitment to working with the elderly in a long-term environment. 9. Individual related to a member of the IHCF Board of Directors are May 1 (contact IHCF at or online at: for application) Applications also available in the Nursing Office, LA 345 $750 - $1500

11 ineligible Veterans' Administration National Nursing Education Initiative Registered Nurse who has worked for the VA for at least 2 years (and is currently employed at VA) wishing to pursue BSN or MSN degree Applications for financial aid must be in New Orleans by April for the following school year (local contact Laura Johnson at ext 1413) Saint Joseph Community Health Foundation 1. Must be a bilingual nursing student, interested in using your language skills in nursing practice, 2. Must have completed 2 years of nursing, 3. Must be a resident of Allen County, 4. Show financial need. Inquire at the nursing office (LA 345) $2, 000 (one-time contribution) Department of Military Science Nurse s, 4, 3, and 2 Year s 1. Enrolled full-time in undergraduate or graduate nursing program 2. U.S. Citizen 3. Score 1100 or higher on SAT, 24 or higher on ACT 4. Enroll in Military Science Classes and work towards commissioning requirements 5. Meet physical fitness standards Continuous Contact SFC Chris Gustafson at Full tuition or Room and Board 2. $900 per year for books 3. Monthly Stipend $300, $350, $450, $ Additional money is available to cover nurse expenses Indiana Army National Guard Nurse s, 2 and 3 Year s 1. Enrolled full-time in undergraduate or graduate nursing program 2. U.S. Citizen 3. Join the Indiana Army National Guard 4. Join the Military Science Classes and work towards commissioning requirements 5. Meet physical fitness standards Continuous Contact SFC Chris Gustafson at Full tuition and Room and Board 3. $900 per year for books 4. Monthly Stipend $350, $450, $ Additional money is available to cover nurse expenses 6. Drill pay $241 per month 7. GI Bill $309 per month and GI Bill Kicker $350 per month United States Army Reserve Nurse s, 2 and 3 Year s 1. Enrolled full-time in undergraduate or graduate nursing program 2. U.S. Citizen 3. Join the United States Army Reserves 4. Enroll in Military Science Classes and work towards commissioning requirements 5. Meet physical fitness standards Continuous Contact SFC Chris Gustafson at Full tuition or Room and Board 2. $900 per year for books 3. Monthly Stipend $350, $450, $ Additional money is available to cover nurse expenses

12 5. Drill pay $241 per month 6. GI Bill $309 per month 7. GI Bill Kicker $350 per month ROTC and Nursing Program When you graduate from college, you won t just have your nursing degree; you ll have a commission as an officer in the Army. Call USA-ROTC or visit armyrotc.com Pays 100% tuition and fees. These scholarships are awarded competitively, strictly on merit to the most qualified applicants. Academic history and extracurricular achievements are part of the selection process. Army Nurse Corps Active Duty Health Professions Loan Repayment Program For the Bachelor of Science with a major in nursing student. The active duty obligation to the Army is the minimum term of service, which is three years; also eight year total military commitment. Contact USA- ARMY or visit healthcare.goarmy.com Provides up to $110, 346 (amount changes each fiscal year) for the repayment of educational loans. The annual repayment of $36, 782 is contributed over a maximum of three years. May also be eligible for an accession bonus of $15,000 to $25, 000. Army Nurse Corps Healthcare Professionals Loan Repayment Program If not interested in active duty service, then the Army Reserve is an option. For diploma nurses and nurses with an ADN, BSN, MSN, DNSc or PhD in nursing. Contact USA- ARMY or visit healthcare.goarmy.com Provides up to $50,000 for the repayment of outstanding education loans to nurses in designated specialties. Special pay provides up to $15, 000 to ADN or diploma nurses. Provides up to $30,000 to nurses with a BSN, MSN, DNSc or PhD in nursing. Revised 1/2012