Applications are now being accepted for 2026 NFW Educational Scholarships

Below is the criteria, Click Here to Apply

Purpose:

The Nurses Foundation of Wisconsin desires to provide financial assistance to a registered nurse in Wisconsin who demonstrates strong potential to contribute to the advancement of professional nursing in Wisconsin.  The successful applicant is enrolled in a Wisconsin state based nursing program and pursuing a BSN completion degree, master’s degree, or doctor in nursing practice (DNP) with preparation in a role other than an APRN or PhD in nursing.

Completed applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm September 21, 2026.

The NFW Board of Directors has earmarked $10,000 to support nursing educational scholarships and research and quality improvement grants. Award amounts will vary depending on project or stu Money to fund the scholarship is obtained through donations to NFW.

Qualifications:

  1. The applicant must have a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Wisconsin.
  2. The applicant must be a member of the Wisconsin Nurses Association.
  3. The candidate must provide verification of enrollment in a Wisconsin based nursing degree program, BSN completion, master’s in nursing degree other than APRN or PhD in nursing program that are either NLN or CCNE accredited school of nursing.
  4. The applicant must be enrolled in the academic year following application.
  5. The applicant must demonstrate a potential to contribute to professional nursing in Wisconsin.
  6. The candidate must demonstrate a financial need.

Process: 

  1. Completed applications are to be submitted no later than 11:59 pm September 21, 2026.
  2. Applications are reviewed by the NFW Educational Scholarships and Grants Committee. The selected applicant names are submitted to the NFW Board of Directors for approval and dollar award at the NFW Board October meeting.
  3. Award recipients will be notified of selection no later than November 1, 2026. The awardee(s) names will be announced at the January 16, 2027 virtual WNA Annual Meeting. Awardees are asked to be present.

Application Requirements:

The applicant must complete the online application form and upload electronic copies of the following:

  1. Copy of the State of Wisconsin RN License.
  2. Evidence of WNA membership.
  3. Evidence of acceptance/enrollment in a state based NLN or CCNE accredited School of Nursing BSN completion program, master’s or DNP nursing degree program.
  4. Curriculum vitae or resume.
  5. A letter to the Committee that consists of the following:
    1. Professional goals and
    2. Plans  for contributing to the professional nursing in Wisconsin. (Use of AI chat functions must be referenced)
  6. Progress related to  course of study (not to exceed one page)
  7. One letter of support that demonstrates the applicant’s qualifications.
  8. Written description of financial need

Applications from previous NFW winners will not be considered.

For questions contact Bri@wisconsinnurses.org