Nurse Corps Scholarship Program

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The Nurse Corps Scholarship Program provides scholarships for nursing students in exchange for a minimum 2-year full-time service commitment (or part-time equivalent) at an eligible healthcare facility with a critical shortage of nurses. In 2026, Rural Emergency Hospitals are recognized as an eligible critical shortage facility subtype.

For this year:

• 25% of funding will be dedicated towards the education of Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM) and women's health nurse practitioner students, training to provide women's and maternal health services
• 25% of funding will be dedicated towards the education of students pursuing an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), or an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) to become an RN

Fact sheet

To be eligible for a scholarship, an applicant must:

• Be a U.S. citizen (born or naturalized), national, or lawful permanent resident
• Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a professional, accredited clinical nursing program located in the U.S.
• Begin classes no later than September 30, 2026
• Be free from any federal judgment liens
• Be free from existing service commitments
• Not be in default on a federal obligation

In exchange for at least 2 years service at a healthcare facility with a critical shortage of nurses, the scholarship covers:

• Tuition and other eligible fees
• Other reasonable costs including required books, clinical supplies/instruments, and uniforms
• Monthly stipend for living expenses ($1,642 for the 2026-2027 academic year)

Links to application instructions and the online application portal are available on the program website.

Applicant webinar recording

Applicant Q&A session #2
April 2, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Eastern

Applicant Q&A session #3
April 8, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Eastern