NAME (Click for Application & more info)	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	CRITERIA / DESCRIPTION	DEADLINE TO APPLY
College of Nursing Administered Financial Resources
Full Tuition Endowed Scholarships	Scholarship	Students are invited to interview based on entering academic standing.	Each applicant must be an outstanding student with a GPA between 3.9 and 4.0.  They must demonstrate leadership through school and   community  service.   All applicants will be interviewed by a College of Nursing associate dean and a college faculty committee.  Funding will be awarded upon admission to the College in June of 2008.	June 1, 2008
Arkansas Graduate Nursing Education Student Loan and Scholarship Program	Loan / Scholarship	UAMS Master's and Doctoral Nursing Students only	Students who receive graduate nursing loans during graduate school may have these loans converted to scholarship grant by practicing full time as a primary care nurse practitioner in a community in Arkansas, by teaching in an Arkansas nursing school, by employment as a nurse administrator in a complex Arkansas health care agency, or by working for the AR Dept. of Health.	October 1, 2007 for Spring 2008 Funding
College of Nursing Endowed / Named Scholarships	Scholarship	All UAMS Nursing Students	varies by scholarship.	May 2, 2008
David L. Johnston Scholarship	Scholarship	LPN to BSN UAMS Nursing Students	This scholarship is awarded to a LPN who is completing requirements for the baccalaureate degree in nursing. Preference given to a LPN employed at the VA Hospital.	May 1, 2007
Professional Nurse Traineeship funds	Traineeship	UAMS Master's and Doctoral Nursing Students only	Graduate students in a clinical specialty are eligible for the Professional Nurse Traineeship funds.  UAMS EMPLOYEES NOT ELIGIBLE.	November 3, 2008 for Spring 2009 Funding
UAMS Financial Resources
UAMS Medical Center Nurse Recruitment	Loan Assistance	All UAMS Nursing Students	UAMS Medical Center Nurse Recruitment Office provides a loan assistance program for any student who agrees to work for UAMS Medical Center Hospital upon completion of the nursing program.	July 1 - Fall Semester December 1 - Spring Semester Click here for application
UAMS Financial Aid Office	Loans, Grants, Work Study	All UAMS Nursing Students	See UAMS Financial Aid web site.	See UAMS Financial Aid web site.
UAMS Employee Tuition Discount	Tuition Discount	All UAMS Employees	NOTICE OF CHANGE IN THE TUITION WAIVER FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES: The University of Arkansas Board of Trustees revised the policy that effects the tuition waiver for full-time employees. The following policy became effective on 7-1-05. Click here to read the new policy.	See UAMS Human Resources web site.
Financial Resources Not Administered by UAMS College of Nursing
AACN/CampusRN Scholarship Center	Scholarships	Nursing students enrolled in a baccalaureate, master’s or doctoral degree program in nursing.   GPA: 3.25	CampusRN, the leading employment website for nursing/allied health care students and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) have partnered to offer this new scholarship program for students pursuing professional nursing education programs.	See web site
AfterCollege/AACN Nursing Scholarship Fund	Scholarships	Special consideration will be given to students: Enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program with the goal of pursuing a nursing faculty career; Completing an RN to baccalaureate program (BSN); or Enrolled in an accelerated baccalaureate or master’s degree nursing program.	AfterCollege, the leading employment website for nursing/allied health care students and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) have partnered to offer this new scholarship program for students pursuing professional nursing education programs.	See web site
Altrusa International Foundation Scholarship	Scholarship	Scholarships may be awarded to residents of Pulaski County, Arkansas who are entering or continuing in any educational program in an institution certified by the State of Arkansas including colleges, universities, vocational schools and any other recognized post-high school program of study. Goals of the scholarship are to provide financial assistance to students who may not be eligible for other scholarships. Consideration will be given to financial need, motivation to achieve the highest level of self-improvement and potential for success in the field of study selected.	Altrusa International, Inc. of Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.A. Foundation (the "Foundation"), a charitable corporation established in 1992, announces the availability of one or more scholarships to be awarded to female students who are considered to be "non-traditional" due to age or entry into a field of study after delayed high school graduation or award of a G.E.D. certificate or to other personal circumstances, including being a single parent.	December 20, 2008 Click here for application
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS	Scholarship	All UAMS Graduate Students	The American Cancer Society (ACS), the largest not-for-profit funding source for cancer research and training, is pleased to invite applications from master's and doctoral students for support of graduate study. ACS offers scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $15,000.	Doctoral scholarship application annual deadline is October 15, 2007, and the master’s scholarship's deadline is February 1., 2008 For a full description of all American Cancer Society grants, including applications, instructions, and policies, see http://www.cancer.org/research.
Arkansas Nurses Foundation	Scholarships and grants for RNs	Eligibility requirements: 1) applicant must hold an Arkansas nursing license 2) be in good standing 3) be a resident of Arkansas at the time of application	Affiliate of the Arkansas Nurses Association.  Guidelines and applications on web.	See www.arna.org June 1st deadline
Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship	Scholarship	1) Be an Arkansas resident in a participating county 2) Be a single parent 3) Have legal custody of and have sole responsible for the daily care of at least one child under age 18 4) Have obtained either a high school diploma or its equivalent 5) Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program at an accredited Pulaski County college or university 6) Maintain a 2.5 GPA 7) Be a recipient of or applying for a Pell Grant	Single parents who are  undergraduate students	June 15th deadline
Career Development Grants	Grant	Career Development Grants support women who hold a bachelor's degree and are preparing to advance their careers, change careers, or re-enter the work force. Special consideration is given to AAUW members, women of color, and women pursuing their first advanced degree or credentials in nontraditional fields.	Career Development Grants support women who hold a bachelor's degree and who are preparing to advance their careers, change careers, or re-enter the work force. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.	See website for more details   Deadline December 15, 2007
Discover Nursing Scholarship Search	Scholarships	All UAMS Nursing Students	Search a database of more than 300 nursing scholarships. Search by State, deadline, GPA requirement or ethnicity requirement.	Varies
Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association scholarship	Scholarship	Eligibility requirements: 1) Currently enrolled in a state-approved school of nursing 2) Currently pursuing first nursing degree 3) Currently attending classes at least part time (6 or more credit hours) 4) Demonstrate involvement in student nursing organizations and community health activities 5) Demonstrate financial need	The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association scholarship application for 2005-2006 is now available on-line at http://www.nsna.org/ (Click on Foundation.    Scholarship amounts range from $1,000.00 to $2,500.00 and can be used only for tuition, books, and academic fees.	See www.nsna.org
HRSA Scholarship	Scholarships	All UAMS Nursing Students	Nursing school students can receive scholarships to pay for their tuition and fees, as well as a $1,200/ month stipend. Upon graduation, these nurses must work full-time in a facility deemed to have a critical shortage of nurses - for at least 2 years (some will have a longer service commitment.	Applications must be received by HRSA by June 30, 2007   Click here for application
Leymer Scholarship	Scholarship	Graduate students only. For residents of Pulaski County, with preference given to those who are lifelong residents.  Scholarships are awarded without regard to race, sex, religion, age or national origin.	Scholarship awards usually range from $250 to $1,500.	Click here for application April 15th deadline
March of Dimes Graduate Nursing Scholoarship	Scholarship	Graduate students only. For registered nurses enrolled in graduate programs of maternal child nursing. (Women's Health)	Scholarship awards $5,000 annually	Click here for application January 15, 2008 deadline For more information contact Mary Lavan
Martha Harding Gann Memorial Scholarship	Scholarship	Junior students that will be Seniors in the Fall only. (see application for full eligibility requirements)	A partial tuition of $1,500 ($750.00 Fall and Spring semesters) of the senior year will be awarded to Arkansas resident and student of an Arkansas School of Nursing by the Arkansas Medical Society Alliance.	Click here for application July 15, 2008 deadline
MASM and NARFE Scholarship	Scholarship	Eligible students must be either a college Junior or Senior majoring in a science discipline (for example: agriculture, animal studies, science education, astronomy, biology, chemistry, ecology, physics, zoology, etc.) during the school year in which the scholarship will be used. Overall G.P.A. minimum of 3.00. Include a copy of your transcript.	POSTMARKED BY MAY 31, 2007 Applicants must complete the Applicant Information Sheet. Eligible students must be either a college Junior or Senior majoring in a science discipline (for example: agriculture, animal studies, science education, astronomy, biology, chemistry, ecology, physics, zoology, etc.) during the school year in which the scholarship will be used. Overall G.P.A. minimum of 3.00. Include a copy of your transcript. Students must submit a one page essay explaining financial need, why they chose to study science and future plans. Students must submit written recommendation from two professors. Any employee or volunteer associated with Mid-America Science Museum and their relatives are ineligible.	Click here for application May 31, 2008 deadline
NLN Foundation Minority Faculty Preparation Scholarship	Scholarship	Eligible candidates include men and women who are of African American, Hispanic, Native American, Native Alaskan, Arab or Asian decent; Caucasian men are also eligible. Application packets will be evaluated with a focus on the following criteria: SEE APPLICATION FOR FULL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS	The NLN Foundation Minority Faculty Preparation Scholarship has been created to provide financial support to students in graduate nursing education programs who identify as underrepresented minorities and are preparing for the nurse faculty role. Two scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $5,000 each.	Please submit your completed application form and all required documents by August 10, 2007.
NPHF Health Through Immunizations Awards	Scholarship	Three (3) awards will be given to NPs whose research or educational project is in the area of immunizations. Each recipient will receive an initial award of $2,500. Upon completion of the project, an additional $1,000 will be awarded to each recipient to support project dissemination (e.g., travel expenses for presenting at a national meeting; editing a paper for publication; preparing a poster, etc.). Project must be completed within 2 years. The target audience may be patients, the general public, or healthcare professionals.	Health Through Immunizations Awards- Three (3) awards will be given to NPs whose research or educational project is in the area of immunizations. Each recipient will receive an initial award of $2,500. Upon completion of the project , an additional $1,000 will be awarded to each recipient to support project dissemination (eg, travel expenses for presenting at a national meeting; editing a paper for publication; preparing a poster, etc.). Project must be completed within 2 years. The target audience may be patients, the general public, or healthcare professionals. Three (3) awards will be made. Amount of each award: $3,500 (Supported through an educational grant from sanofi pasteur)	click here for details
NPHF/Procter & Gamble Endowed Scholarship in Service	Scholarship	awarded to an NP student who has made a significant positive leadership contribution on campus, in the community, or in patient care while in the pursuit of an advanced degree.	NPHF/Procter & Gamble Endowed Scholarship in Service- awarded to an NP student who has made a significant positive leadership contribution on campus, in the community, or in patient care while in the pursuit of an advanced degree. One scholarship will be awarded. Amount of Award: $1,000 (Endowed scholarship through an educational grant from Procter & Gamble)	click here for details
NPHF/Procter & Gamble Endowed Scholarship in Gastroenterology	Scholarship	awarded to an NP student whose clinical and/or research interests are in the field of gastroenterology.	NPHF/Procter & Gamble Endowed Scholarship in Gastroenterology- awarded to an NP student whose clinical and/or research interests are in the field of gastroenterology. One scholarship will be awarded. Amount of Award: $1,000 (Endowed scholarship through an educational grant from Procter & Gamble)	click here for details
NPHF/Pfizer Community Innovations Grant Program	Grant	Given to practicing NPs or NP graduate students to foster innovation at the local community level in areas of service, education, or research	Eight (8) awards will be given to practicing NPs or NP graduate students to foster innovation at the local community level in areas of service, education, or research. Grants will be awarded based on the quality of project, the target community and the anticipated value of the project to the community. Each recipient will receive an initial award of $2,500. Upon completion of the project, an additional $500 will be awarded to each recipient for dissemination of outcomes. The project must be completed within 2 years.	click here for details
NPHF/Alpharma Pain Management Awards	Scholarship	Awared to graduate nurse practitioner students to support research or educational projects related to pain management	Four (4) awards will be given to graduate nurse practitioner students to support research or educational projects related to pain management. Priority will be given to projects that target pain relief while avoiding misuse/abuse/diversion. Each recipient will receive an initial award of $3,500. Upon completion of the project, an additional $1,500 will be award to each recipient to support project dissemination (e.g., travel expenses for presenting at a national meeting; editing a paper for publication; preparing a poster, etc.). The project must be completed within 2 years.	click here for details
Nursing Student Loan Program	Loan / Scholarship with service requirement	Arkansas resident accepted for full-time admission to associate degree, diploma, or BSN in nursing.	The Nursing Student Loan Program provides financial assistance to Arkansas students accepted for or enrolled in full-time study in an approved Arkansas nurse education program.	Applications available from State Board of Nursing Web site
Nursing Scholarship Program	Loan Assistance	A U.S. citizen or national who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a professional program as a full-time or part-time student in an accredited school of nursing.	UAMS Medical Center Nurse Recruitment Office provides a loan assistance program for any student who agrees to work for UAMS Medical Center Hospital upon completion of the nursing program.	See web site
State Teacher Assistance Resource Program (STAR)	Loan Assistance	Full-time undergraduates entering their sophomore or subsequent year of study at an approved Arkansas institution	Must have a GPA of at least 2.75 and meet requirements indicating intent to pursue a career in education.	June 1 applications available at starark.com
Loan repayment programs for nurses
Arkansas Edloan	loan repayment post-graduation	1) Borrower must currently be in repayment of Federal Stafford Student Loans. 2) Borrower must be an educator holding a valid Arkansas certification or a nursing professional holding a valid Arkansas L.P.N or R.N. license. 3) Borrower must be a full-time educator in an Arkansas public or private school working with grades K-12 or full time nursing professional in an Arkansas health care facility. 4) Loans must be originated by ASLA (or an ASLA participating lender) and serviced by ASLA's contracted loan servicer, EdFinancial Services. 5) Borrower must have an outstanding Federal Stafford Student Loan disbursed after June 30, 1998 for the Teacher Edloan and disbursed after July 1, 2005 for the Nursing Edloan. 6) PLUS and consolidation loans are not eligible.	To encourage students to choose a career in education or nursing. Increase teacher retention in Arkansas schools and nursing retention in Arkansas health care facilities by providing affordable student loan financing. Benefits: 3% repayment interest rate reduction on qualifying loans. Plus 1% interest rate reduction when payments are automatically deducted from your bank account.	You may apply anytime once your loans have entered repayment status. For more information contact Arkansas Student Loan Authority (ASLA) 1-800-443-6030, or visit their web site.
HRSA Nursing Education Loan Repayment	loan repayment post-graduation	registered nurses	NELRP is a competitive program that repays 60 percent of the qualifying loan balance of registered nurses selected for funding in exchange for 2 years of service at a critical shortage facility. Participants may be eligible to work a third year and receive an additional 25 percent of the qualifying loan balance.	See web site
HRSA Faculty Loan Repayment	loan repayment post-graduation	nursing faculty from disadvantaged backgrounds with unpaid eligible student loans	-- from a disadvantaged background, -- repaying eligible undergraduate health professions education loans, -- a citizen, national or permanent legal resident of the U.S. -- hold a faculty position at an accredited college or university (duties primarily consist of teaching) or hold an eligible health professions degree, be enrolled in an approved health professions graduate program or be enrolled as a full-time student in the final year of health professions training that leads to a degree.	See web site