Scholarships
The School of Nursing sets aside a limited amount of merit-based funds for students who demonstrate strong academic ability, leadership skills, outstanding community service, and other personal strengths and accomplishments. These merit awards are granted for achievement and not financial need. Each student is considered upon applying for admission. Scholarships range from $5,000 to full tuition and are awarded to students who are admitted to and enrolling full-time in the programs listed below. Students who are awarded a scholarship must remain a student in good standing to receive the scholarship. The amount awarded will be equally divided over the recipient’s program. Examples of scholarships offered by the School of Nursing are included below. Of note is that a portion of the funds are provided by the Maryland Selinger Grant.
MSN Entry Into Nursing
The School of Nursing also offers individuals who have served in the AmeriCorps program for one year or more with a $12,500 scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship students must be admitted to one of the pre-licensure academic programs and provide documentation of their service in AmeriCorps. No application is required. Must apply to and be admitted to the JHSON Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Entry into Nursing program.
In the vision of the Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Scholars program aimed at undergraduate students, the School of Nursing Baltimore Talent Scholars Program will provide four (4) full-tuition scholarships annually to Baltimore City public high school graduates admitted to the JHSON Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Entry into Nursing program. Please review the scholarship requirements below.
Established in 2013 by Joanne & William Conway to facilitate the expansion of pre-licensure nursing students, the Conway Scholarship program now provides partial scholarships to students in many JHU Nursing programs. Students must satisfy eligibility requirements determined by JHSON, which includes a holistic review of the admissions application. Students are awarded at the time of admission to the University. The award amount for students seeking MSN Entry into Nursing degree is half tuition for the entire program.
Students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential, community service involvement, etc. may receive this scholarship. There is no separate application and the amount of the award $45,000 and for the recipient’s entire program.
All accepted students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential, and community service are automatically considered for merit based scholarships. The amount of the award ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program. There is no separate application to be considered for a scholarship.
JHSON offers annually up to seven $30,000 Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (RPCV) scholarships to students admitted to the MSN (Entry into Nursing) program. To be considered applicants must provide documentation of their service in the Peace Corps and agree to participate in the RPCV Fellows program at the School of Nursing. No separate application is required.
The Gurtler Scholarship for A Returned Peace Corps Volunteer: All admitted or enrolled MSN Entry into Nursing Practice students who have served in the Peace Corps and who have provided documentation of service to the Office of Admissions, will be reviewed and considered for the Gurtler Scholarship. The Gurtler is a $60,000 scholarship for full-time enrollment. This scholarship is awarded to one student annually and the selection committee announces the recipient each fall.
Through a partnership with Teach for America Hopkins offers waived application fees to Teach for America corps members and alumni. The School of Nursing also offers Individuals who have served in the Teach for America program with a $12,500 scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship students must be admitted to one of the pre-licensure academic programs and provide documentation of their service in Teach for America. No application is required. Must apply to and be admitted to the JHSON Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Entry into Nursing program.
The program is an expansion of the Post-9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act–the most generous veterans benefit for higher education since the WWII GI Bill. The act provides payment for tuition and fees, a housing allowance, and a stipend for books and supplies to eligible veterans who have served on active military duty since September 11, 2001. The maximum tuition and fees benefit available under the law is capped at the level of the in-state charges at the most expensive public institution in that state. Institutions that charge higher tuition may elect to enter into an agreement with the Veterans Administration to fund up to 50 percent of the tuition and fee costs that exceed the state cap. The federal government then matches these institutional contributions dollar-for-dollar for those who are 100% eligible for Chapter 33 9/11 GI Bill® benefits and has been accepted into one of our degree seeking programs. The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing offers up to $10,000 annually for veterans entering the masters or doctoral programs. Additional information regarding the Yellow Ribbon can be found here.
MSN Specialty Tracks
Available to nurses employed at one of the Johns Hopkins affiliate hospitals if applying to and admitted to any of the following Johns Hopkins School programs: MSN-HOL or MSN/MBA, or any certificate. The amount of the award is $10,000 for students admitted to the MSN-HOL and MSN/MBA program. The amount of the award for students admitted to a certificate program is $5,000. The JH Hospital Employee Nursing Grant is spread over the recipient’s program.
All accepted students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential, and community service are automatically considered for merit based scholarships. The amount of the award ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program. There is no separate application to be considered for a scholarship.
Doctor of Nursing Practice – Advanced Practice
Designed to support nursing students who will advance the field of nursing. Open to new JHSON students interested in one of the following JHSON’s Areas of Expertise; Acute & Chronic Care, Aging, Community & Global Public Health, Gender-based Violence, Infectious Diseases, Mental Health & Behavioral Interventions, Policy, Leadership & Administration, and Women, Children & Family Health. Excellence Scholars may enroll in any of Johns Hopkins School of Nursing DNP Advanced Practice tracks. This scholarship provides support for up to six scholars annually and the award is $45,000.
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All accepted students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential, and community service are automatically considered for merit based scholarships. The amount of the award ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program. There is no separate application to be considered for a scholarship.
Available to BSN nurses employed at one of the Johns Hopkins affiliate hospitals if applying to and admitted to the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Advanced Practice DNP program. The amount of the award is $15,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program.
Established in 2013 by Joanne & William Conway to facilitate the expansion of pre-licensure nursing students, the Conway Scholarship program now provides partial scholarships to students in many JHU Nursing programs. Students must satisfy eligibility requirements determined by JHSON, which includes a holistic review of the admissions application. Students are awarded at the time of admission to the University. The award amount for students seeking a DNP (Advanced Practice) degree is $60,000 for the entire program.
The NFLP offers up to $35,500 per year and partial loan forgiveness for borrowers that graduate and serve as full-time nursing faculty for a prescribed period of time. 85 percent of the loan is forgiven after four years in return for serving full time as faculty in any accredited school of nursing. Please click here for application instructions.
The Nurse Support Program II provides funding for Nurse Educator Doctoral Grants for Practice and Dissertation Research (NEDG) to nurse faculty at Maryland’s nursing programs who are currently enrolled in or who have recently completed a doctoral degree. Awards will range from $5,000 to $60,000, contingent upon enrollment status, other funding sources and statewide nursing program faculty shortages. For information on eligibility requirements and the nomination process please visit the NEDG website.
The National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program (NHSC SP) awards scholarships to students pursuing eligible primary care health professions training. In return, scholars commit to provide primary care health services in a Health Professional Shortage Areas for a minimum two years of full-time service in exchange for scholarship support. The total number of years recipients serve will depend on the number of school years they receive funding, which cannot exceed four years. For information on eligibility requirements and the nomination process please visit the HRSA website.
The Cohen Scholars Program (formerly Hal and Jo Cohen Graduate Nursing Faculty Scholarship) provides financial assistance for graduate nursing students who are Maryland residents to become qualified as nursing faculty at Maryland higher education institutions. In Summer 2020 the program transitioned from MHEC to be administered by the school. There will be three (3) – six (6) awards for the Academic Year (AY) 2024-25 year, starting in fall 2024. All applicants must complete the Nomination and Sponsorship Form, as well as the Cohen Scholars Essay Form. These documents can be found at https://nursing.jhu.edu/admissions/financial-aid/other-funding-sources/ Completed documents should be submitted to [email protected] by Tuesday, September 3, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact the Cohen Scholars Faculty Mentor Dr. Pamela Smith at [email protected]
Continuing students, as of Summer 2020, will continue to receive their award for the duration of their program. The continuation of the award is contingent upon continued progress and commitment to prepare to teach as noted in the signed service obligation agreement and promissory note.
One of the eligibility requirements for the Cohen Scholars Program is that you must be a resident in the state of Maryland. More information and all the eligibility requirements can be found on the NSP II Cohen Scholars website.
Doctor of Nursing Practice – Executive
Established in 2013 by Joanne & William Conway to facilitate the expansion of pre-licensure nursing students, the Conway Scholarship program now provides partial scholarships to students in many JHU Nursing programs. Students must satisfy eligibility requirements determined by JHSON, which includes a holistic review of the admissions application. Students are awarded at the time of admission to the University. The award amount for students seeking a DNP (Executive) degree is $30,000 for their entire program.
Available to nurses employed at one of the Johns Hopkins affiliate hospitals if applying to and admitted to the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Executive Practice DNP program. The amount of the award is $10,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program.
All accepted students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential, and community service are automatically considered for merit based scholarships. The amount of the award ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program. There is no separate application to be considered for a scholarship.
The NFLP offers up to $35,500 per year and partial loan forgiveness for borrowers that graduate and serve as full-time nursing faculty for a prescribed period of time. 85 percent of the loan is forgiven after four years in return for serving full time as faculty in any accredited school of nursing. Please click here for application instructions.
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The Cohen Scholars Program (formerly Hal and Jo Cohen Graduate Nursing Faculty Scholarship) provides financial assistance for graduate nursing students who are Maryland residents to become qualified as nursing faculty at Maryland higher education institutions. In Summer 2020 the program transitioned from MHEC to be administered by the school. There will be three (3) – six (6) awards for the Academic Year (AY) 2024-25 year, starting in fall 2024. All applicants must complete the Nomination and Sponsorship Form, as well as the Cohen Scholars Essay Form. These documents can be found at https://nursing.jhu.edu/admissions/financial-aid/other-funding-sources/ Completed documents should be submitted to [email protected] by Tuesday, September 3, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact the Cohen Scholars Faculty Mentor Dr. Pamela Smith at [email protected]
Continuing students, as of Summer 2020, will continue to receive their award for the duration of their program. The continuation of the award is contingent upon continued progress and commitment to prepare to teach as noted in the signed service obligation agreement and promissory note.
One of the eligibility requirements for the Cohen Scholars Program is that you must be a resident in the state of Maryland. More information and all the eligibility requirements can be found on the NSP II Cohen Scholars website.
DNP/MPH admitted students are automatically reviewed for scholarships at both the Bloomberg School of Public Health and the School of Nursing.
The MPH Scholarship page can be found at https://www.jhsph.edu/academics/degree-programs/master-of-public-health/tuition-and-scholarships/
Additionally three MPH scholarships are specifically designated for nurses. The scholarships range from $8,000 to $32,000.
– Lillian Hiss–Ethel Crosby Scholarship for Public Health Nurses (Preference to nurses in Baltimore County)
– Cele & Pete Borcuk Endowment for Nurses and Nursing students studying public health
– Willy – Mary Willy MPH Scholarship for MPH student with a background in nursing
Doctor of Philosophy
Most full-time Johns Hopkins Nursing PhD students receive 100% tuition funding and guaranteed compensation for the first four years of study.
The NFLP offers up to $35,500 per year and partial loan forgiveness for borrowers that graduate and serve as full-time nursing faculty for a prescribed period of time. 85 percent of the loan is forgiven after four years in return for serving full time as faculty in any accredited school of nursing. Please click here for application instructions.
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The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing has a number of interdisciplinary research training programs which offer fellowship opportunities.
Established in 2013 by Joanne & William Conway to facilitate the expansion of pre-licensure nursing students, the Conway Scholarship program now provides partial scholarships to students in many JHU Nursing programs. Students must satisfy eligibility requirements determined by JHSON, which includes a holistic review of the admissions application. Students are awarded at the time of admission to the University. The award amount for students seeking a PhD degree is $60,000 for the entire program.
Doctor of Nursing Practice/Doctor of Philosophy Dual Degree
Established in 2013 by Joanne & William Conway to facilitate the expansion of pre-licensure nursing students, the Conway Scholarship program now provides partial scholarships to students in many JHU Nursing programs. Students must satisfy eligibility requirements determined by JHSON, which includes a holistic review of the admissions application. Students are awarded at the time of admission to the University. The award amount for students seeking a DNP/PhD degree is $60,000 for the entire program.
Available to BSN nurses employed at one of the Johns Hopkins affiliate hospitals if applying to and admitted to the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing DNP/PhD program. The amount of the award is $15,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program.
Designed to support nursing students who will advance the field of nursing. Open to new JHSON students interested in one of the following JHSON’s Areas of Expertise; Acute & Chronic Care, Aging, Community & Global Public Health, Gender-based Violence, Infectious Diseases, Mental Health & Behavioral Interventions, Policy, Leadership & Administration, and Women, Children & Family Health. Excellence Scholars may enroll in any of Johns Hopkins School of Nursing DNP Advanced Practice tracks. This scholarship provides support for up to six scholars annually and the award is $45,000.
The NFLP offers up to $35,500 per year and partial loan forgiveness for borrowers that graduate and serve as full-time nursing faculty for a prescribed period of time. 85 percent of the loan is forgiven after four years in return for serving full time as faculty in any accredited school of nursing. Please click here for application instructions.
Students admitted to the DNP/PhD program receive approximately 60% of their tuition covered. For the first four years of their program of study, students also receive a guaranteed compensation.
All accepted students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential, and community service are automatically considered for merit based scholarships. The amount of the award ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 and is for the recipient’s entire program. There is no separate application to be considered for a scholarship.
Post-Master’s Certificate
For nurses employed at one of the Johns Hopkins affiliate hospitals who applies and is admitted to a certificate program, a $5,000 JH Hospital Employee Nursing Grant is awarded. The award is spread over the recipient’s program.