NNA/NNAF Scholarships

Deadlines for submitting applications are listed in the application information.

 Gail Graham Higher Education Scholarship

This scholarship is being offered in memory of Gail Graham, sister of NNA member Jacy Henk. Recipient must be a member in good standing of NNA/ANA. Must be pursuing a higher degree in nursing. RN to BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD, EdD.

Essay topics:

  • What is your philosophy of patient safety?
  • How does patient safety fit in with the quality of healthcare?
  • How can Nebraska nurses influence patient safety through initiatives at the local, regional, state, and national levels?

Application for Scholarship

The Nebraska Nurses Association/Foundation will grant a $500 scholarship annually to a Nebraska RN already enrolled in a program to get a higher degree in nursing. Applicants must be enrolled in a higher education nursing program pursuing education for RN to BSN, MSN, DNP, EdD, or PhD.

  1. A resident of Nebraska.
  2. A member of the Nebraska/American Nurses Association.
  3. Enrollment in an accredited nursing program (the nursing program must be accredited).
  4. At least a 2.75 GPA (official transcripts required).
  5. Applicant cannot be awarded the scholarship 2 years in a row.

Applications should contain the following information and be submitted via online application:

  1. Name of applicant, address, phone, e-mail, and Nursing Program: name, date of entry, and date of anticipated completion.
  2. Official Transcript
  3. 2 letters of recommendation (at least 1 from a faculty member).
  4. An essay of not more than 750 words relating to:
    1. What is your philosophy of patient safety?
    2. How does patient safety fit in with the quality of healthcare?
    3. How can Nebraska nurses influence patient safety through initiatives at the local, regional,
      state, and national levels?

All application materials must be received by August 20, 2026. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the Nebraska Nurses Annual Award Banquet in October. Scholarship applicants and recipients are encouraged to attend. Banquet fee will be complimentary for recipient and 1 guest.

NNA Member Scholarship

The NNA embraces the belief that we, as members of our professional organization, are committed to developing others in the continuing pursuit of excellence in scholarship, clinical practice, research and professional involvement. To honor that commitment, a NNA Scholarship is made available to nurses enrolled in a Bachelor (must already be an RN), Masters, or Doctorate program in Nursing who possess the ability to assume or continue a leadership role in nursing. One $1000 scholarship.

Application for Scholarship

The Nebraska Nurses Association/Foundation will grant a $500 scholarship annually to a Nebraska RN already enrolled in a program to get a higher degree in nursing. Applicants must be enrolled in a higher education nursing program pursuing education for RN to BSN, MSN, DNP, EdD, or PhD.

  1. A resident of Nebraska.
  2. A member of the Nebraska/American Nurses Association.
  3. Enrollment in an accredited nursing program (the nursing program must be accredited).
  4. At least a 2.75 GPA (official transcripts required).
  5. Applicant cannot be awarded the scholarship 2 years in a row.

Applications should contain the following information and be submitted via online application:

  1. Name of applicant, address, phone, e-mail, and Nursing Program: name, date of entry, and date of anticipated completion.
  2. Official Transcript
  3. 2 letters of recommendation (at least 1 from a faculty member).
  4. An essay of not more than 750 words relating to:
    1. What is your philosophy of patient safety?
    2. How does patient safety fit in with the quality of healthcare?
    3. How can Nebraska nurses influence patient safety through initiatives at the local, regional,
      state, and national levels?

All application materials must be received by August 20, 2026. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the Nebraska Nurses Annual Award Banquet in October. Scholarship applicants and recipients are encouraged to attend. Banquet fee will be complimentary for recipient and 1 guest.

HealthCom Media Scholarship

Through the generosity of HealthCom Media Publishing Agency, the Nebraska Nurses Association will grant two (2) $500 scholarships to Nebraska pre-licensure nursing students. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • A resident of Nebraska
  • Enrollment in an accredited nursing program in Nebraska (the nursing program must be accredited).
  • 3.0 GPA (official transcripts required; should be emailed/mailed directly from the college/university)
  • Completion of at least 12 credits of core nursing science courses (listed as nursing courses on course catalogue or transcript) required by the degree granting institution.
  • 2 letters of recommendation (at least 1 from a faculty member)
  • An essay of not more than 500 words relating to:
    1. Future professional nursing goals, and
    2. How membership in the Nebraska Nurses Association will facilitate achievement of your
      professional goals and promotes the profession of nursing?

Scholarship recipients will be recognized during the NNA Annual Conference Awards Banquet in October. Scholarship applicants and recipients are encouraged to attend. Recipients and one guest will have their banquet fee paid for them. Watch the NNA website for additional scholarship announcements.

Application for Scholarship

The Nebraska Nurses Association/Foundation will grant a $500 scholarship annually to a Nebraska RN already enrolled in a program to get a higher degree in nursing. Applicants must be enrolled in a higher education nursing program pursuing education for RN to BSN, MSN, DNP, EdD, or PhD.

  1. A resident of Nebraska.
  2. A member of the Nebraska/American Nurses Association.
  3. Enrollment in an accredited nursing program (the nursing program must be accredited).
  4. At least a 2.75 GPA (official transcripts required).
  5. Applicant cannot be awarded the scholarship 2 years in a row.

Applications should contain the following information and be submitted via online application:

  1. Name of applicant, address, phone, e-mail, and Nursing Program: name, date of entry, and date of anticipated completion.
  2. Official Transcript
  3. 2 letters of recommendation (at least 1 from a faculty member).
  4. An essay of not more than 500 words relating to:
    • Future professional nursing goals, and
    • How membership in the Nebraska Nurses Association will facilitate achievement of your
      professional goals and promotes the profession of nursing?

All application materials must be received by August 20, 2026. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the Nebraska Nurses Annual Award Banquet in October. Scholarship applicants and recipients are encouraged to attend. Banquet fee will be complimentary for recipient and 1 guest.