Florida Undergraduate Nursing Scholarships
We’ve curated a list of scholarships for current and prospective nursing students in Florida at the undergraduate level. We’ve included Florida-specific options along with national scholarship programs.
We’ve tried to update it with the most current links and remove any closed scholarship programs. Please let us know if we missed any!
Florida BSN Scholarships
Florida Nurses Association – District 3 Scholarship
Aimed at supporting BSN students in Marion County, this award typically helps two students annually. It honors academic and professional promise in nursing within the local community, backing those likely to contribute substantially to the field.
Deadline: June 1
Who can apply: BSN students residing in Marion County, enrolled in a nationally accredited Florida nursing program, with at least one semester completed and GPA ≥ 3.0
Florida Nurses Association – Charlotte Liddell Scholarship Fund
Supports Florida nursing students, especially those focusing on psychiatric nursing in South Florida. Awards vary annually, and recipients show both academic promise and career focus in mental health.
Deadline: June 1
Who can apply: Florida residents enrolled at least one semester in an accredited Florida nursing program with GPA ≥ 2.5 (undergrad) or ≥ 3.0 (grad); preference for psychiatric nursing in South Florida
Florida Nurses Association – Eleanor Bindrum Scholarship Fund
Designed for perioperative nursing students returning to school in South Florida, this scholarship honors dedication to surgical patient care and nursing advancement.
Deadline: June 1
Who can apply: Florida residents enrolled in an accredited undergrad or grad nursing program, at least one semester completed, GPA ≥ 2.5 (undergrad) or ≥ 3.0 (grad); preference for perioperative nurses in South Florida
Florida Nurses Association – District 24 Erma B. Kraft Scholarship Fund
Awarded annually to BSN students in Indian River County, helping local nursing students pursue degree completion and professional development.
Deadline: June 1
Who can apply: Florida residents of Indian River County enrolled in a BSN program at least one semester, with GPA ≥ 2.5 (undergrad) or ≥ 3.0 (grad)
Florida Nurses Association – Nina Brookins Scholarship Fund
Supports nursing students in South Florida, fostering nursing education and honoring leadership in the profession.
Deadline: June 1
Who can apply: Florida residents enrolled in accredited nursing programs at least one semester, GPA ≥ 2.5 (undergrad) or ≥ 3.0 (grad), residing in South Florida
Florida Nurses Foundation – Agnes Naughton RN‑BSN Fund
Honors an RN making the transition to BSN, assisting those advancing their practice. It supports Florida RNs enrolled in accredited BSN programs with solid academic achievement.
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Who can apply: Florida residents enrolled in an ACEN or CCNE‑accredited BSN program, with GPA ≥ 2.5 and at least one semester completed
Great 100 Nursing Scholarship (Northeast Florida)
Recognizes and supports nursing potential in Northeast Florida. Ideal for those who’ve begun their program and show strong promise.
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Who can apply: Northeast Florida residents enrolled in RN programs with at least one semester and GPA ≥ 2.5
Florida Department of Education – ABLE Grant
An educational grant offering substantial monthly aid to full-time, first-time BSN students in Florida, helping cover living and learning costs.
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Who can apply: Florida residents (≥ 1 year) enrolled full-time in a BSN program at a Florida college
UF Health LINE Scholarship Program (University of Florida)
Offers full tuition, book coverage, mentorship, work as a patient care assistant, and post-graduation employment for Accelerated BSN students. It’s a powerful commitment to build Florida’s nursing workforce.
Deadline: Upon admission—typically start in May
Who can apply: Florida residents accepted into UF’s Accelerated BSN program
Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition BSN Scholarship
Available to future BSN students in specific counties, this award encourages regional nursing study. It doesn’t currently emphasize financial need or merit.
Deadline: April 1
Who can apply: Residents of Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee, or Sarasota counties pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing
Visiting Nurse Association of Florida Nursing Scholarship Program
Offers multiple $1,000 awards to support aspiring nurses across many Florida counties, encouraging community-focused care.
Deadline: January 31
Who can apply: Students residing in VNA‑served counties and enrolled or planning to enroll in accredited nursing programs
Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship – UCF (Second‑Degree BSN)
A half‑tuition award (~$6,500) for second‑degree BSN students at UCF, encouraging career-changers committed to nursing excellence.
Deadline: February 11
Who can apply: Fully admitted UCF Second‑Degree BSN applicants, FAFSA completed, met all application criteria
Nova Southeastern University – Alice Sebastian Scholarship
Provides $1,000 to full‑time BSN students in good academic and disciplinary standing at NSU, helping them continue their nursing education.
Deadline: Varies (call for details)
Who can apply: Full‑time BSN students at NSU with documented financial need and GPA ≥ 3.0
University of Tampa – Mary M. McKay Endowed Scholarship
Supports Hillsborough County BSN students demonstrating financial need and academic success, ideally juniors or seniors.
Deadline: Varies (see Canvas or contact UTampa)
Who can apply: Undergraduate nursing students at UTampa, U.S. citizens, residents of Hillsborough County, juniors or seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and financial need
National BSN Scholarships
Brave of Heart Nursing Scholarship
A national award of up to $10,000 per year ($5,000 per semester) for full‑time BSN students who show financial need, leadership, perseverance, and community impact through essays. Notifications are typically sent in late June.
Deadline: Late June
Who can apply: Enrolled BSN students demonstrating financial need and community engagement
Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association Undergraduate Scholarship
This foundation awards up to $10,000 per year to currently enrolled undergraduate nursing students in the U.S., especially those focused on specialty nursing areas. Requires transcripts and financial aid certification.
Deadline: Varies (often early calendar year)
Who can apply: U.S. undergraduate nursing students pursuing specialty areas
Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Provides various amounts to undergraduate nursing students who are ENA members for at least a year, with application involving letters of recommendation, transcripts, and goal statements.
Deadline: June 1
Who can apply: undergraduate BSN students and ENA members (≥1 year)
Exceptional Nurse Scholarships
Awarding $250–$500 to nurses with a documented disability attending a nursing program full‑time. Application involves essay, recommendations, and transcripts.
Deadline: Varies
Who can apply: Full‑time nursing students with disabilities
AfterCollege/AACN Scholarship Fund (currently paused)
National scholarships of $2,500 per quarter for students pursuing BSN (and higher) programs, with preference for nurse educators or RN‑to‑BSN students. Open quarterly.
Deadline: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31
Who can apply: BSN students, including RN‑to‑BSN or accelerated tracks
Nurse Corps Scholarship Program
A federal program that pays tuition, fees, books, and a monthly stipend in exchange for service at a critically underserved facility post‑graduation. Cycles annual.
Deadline: Varies (annual cycle)
Who can apply: U.S. citizens or permanent residents enrolled in accredited nursing programs
RN to BSN Education Advancement Scholarship (NASN)
Offers up to $1,500 to support school nurses pursuing BSN degrees. Requires NASN membership, RN license, and essay.
Deadline: October 15
Who can apply: School nurses (≥0.6 FTE) enrolled in BSN programs and NASN members for 2+ years
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Bachelor’s in Nursing Scholarship
Offers $3,000–$5,000 to senior BSN students at NLN‑ or CCNE‑accredited schools who intend to specialize in oncology nursing.
Deadline: Varies
Who can apply: Senior BSN students committed to oncology nursing
NADONA-LTC / Stephanie Carroll Memorial Scholarship
Award amount varies; for nursing students committed to two years in long‑term or post‑acute care. Requires essay and enrollment in accredited nursing programs.
Deadline: Varies
Who can apply: Nursing students planning to enter long‑term/post‑acute care
National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) Scholarship Program
Annual scholarships for NBNA members in good standing enrolled in undergraduate nursing programs with at least one year remaining.
Deadline: Varies
Who can apply: NBNA student members in undergraduate nursing
National Association of Hispanic Nurses Scholarship
Offers a $1,000 scholarship to NAHN members enrolled in nursing programs at any degree level.
Deadline: March 14
Who can apply: Nursing students who are NAHN members
AORN Foundation Scholarship Program
Offers varying amounts to BSN students (or other nursing students) with ≥3.0 GPA who demonstrate financial need.
Deadline: June 15
Who can apply: Nursing students in accredited programs with ≥3.0 GPA and financial need
Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN) BSN Scholarship
A $1,500 scholarship for active ARN members enrolled in BSN programs, with at least one course completed, two years of rehabilitation nursing experience, and supporting documents.
Deadline: June 1
Who can apply: ARN members practicing rehabilitation nursing and enrolled in BSN programs