Scholarships & Fellowships

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Fall scholarship applications now open!

Scholarships for undergraduate and graduate nursing students across all IU campuses are now open through Sept. 22, 2024.

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If you are an incoming or current, undergraduate or graduate IU School of Nursing student, you may apply for one of our scholarships by submitting an application and required essay. Scholarship applications are open from December 1 to March 1. During the open period, you can search the scholarships portal using the keyword “nursing” for available scholarships.

For financial need scholarships, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually. Deadline to submit your FAFSA can be found at the same link.

Award amounts range from $500 to $10,000 per year, per scholarship.

Browse the list of nursing opportunities below.

How to apply for scholarships

  1. Sign in to the scholarship portal using your IU username and passphrase.
  2. Complete the general scholarship application to be automatically considered for all the scholarship opportunities you’re eligible for.
  3. Find the opportunities you’re looking for by performing a search with keyword nursing or the specific name of the scholarship.
  4. Complete any additional application materials that may be necessary.
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Veldman Family Nursing Scholarship

Bloomington, Indianapolis
Undergraduate

The Veldman Family Nursing Scholarship was established in 2016 by Thomas and Anita Veldman, both proud Indiana University alumni. Thomas is a graduate of the Kelley School of Business, 1976 and Anita is a graduate of the School of Nursing BSN Class of 1979.

  • Undergraduate nursing student
  • IU Indianapolis or Bloomington campus only
  • File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Demonstrate financial need as defined by the U.S. Department of Education's criteria for need-based federal financial aid
  • State of Indiana resident
  • Scholarship is renewable provided the recipient remains in good academic standing

Vernon and Mary Jane Shepherd Scholarship

Indianapolis
Undergraduate, Graduate

Vernon and Mary Jane Shepherd Scholarship was established by Vernon and Mary Jane Shepherd. Mary Jane is a graduate of IU School of Nursing with her BSN in 1976 and MSN in 1981. This scholarship benefits undergraduate nursing students who have family responsibilities in addition to their student obligations.

  • Undergraduate graduate nursing student
  • IU Indianapolis campus only
  • GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0
  • Clinical phase of nursing program

Virginia Maribee Myers Mermel Nursing Scholarship

Indianapolis
Undergraduate, Graduate

The Virginia Maribee Myers Mermel Nursing Scholarship was established in honor of Virginia by her husband and children. Virginia was an Indiana University Training School for Nurses Class of 1955 graduate and then went on to completer her BS in Nursing Education in 1959. She dedicated her life to the nursing profession, professional excellence, and the advancement of nursing education. Virginia created a professional career with leadership roles in community service and nursing education both nationally and internationally.

  • Undergraduate or graduate nursing student
  • IU Indianapolis campus only
  • State of Indiana resident
  • File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Demonstrate financial need as defined by the U.S. Department of Education's criteria for need-based federal financial aid
  • Preference will be given to female students from rural areas

Walb Nursing Scholarship at IUFW

Fort Wayne
Undergraduate, Graduate

Established to support nursing students on the IU Fort Wayne campus.

Wanda Bailey Bauer Nursing Scholarship

Indianapolis
Undergraduate

The Wanda Bailey Bauer Nursing Scholarship was established in memory of Wanda Bailey Bauer by her husband, Thomas Bauer. Wanda was an IU School of Nursing BSN Class of 1965 alumna.

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