Scholarship: Nurse Think AACN Scholarship

Description: For MSN & DNP Students

Due Date: July 15, 2025

Additional Information: https://www.aacnnursing.org/foundation/scholarships/nursethink-scholarship

The NurseThink® - AACN Scholarship supports students enrolled in master's and doctoral nursing programs at AACN member institutions who have a desire to become future nurse faculty. The scholarship is open to all students who are members of the Graduate Nursing Student Academy.

To apply, students must complete an online application, provide demographic information and details on their academic achievement, and submit a short essay outlining their plans to teach after graduation.

Scholarship Details

The scholarship will provide $5,000 to students twice a year through 2026.

Deadlines:

• 1st funding cycle: The application opens on May 15 and closes on July 15. 
• 2nd funding cycle: The application opens on November 30 and closes on January 31.

Note: must be currently enrolled in a nursing program to be eligible

Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Foundation Coordinator, Alexa Betances at abetances@aacnnursing.org.