Scholarship Fund for a Newly Admitted Advanced Standing Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program

Awarded: Fall 2023

Established by generous anonymous donors, this scholarship assists one student starting the Advanced Standing Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program with full tuition for the 36-credit, two-year program. This merit and need-based scholarship aims to enable individuals who aspire to become a DNP to pursue their passion and advance their career as a healthcare provider. Preference will go to an individual wishing to focus their career on teaching. All applicants are required to complete an online application. Through a competitive selection process, one recipient will be awarded this full scholarship. Finalists for this competitive full scholarship will be interviewed by a select committee.

Eligibility and Submission Requirements

  1. Have a valid FAFSA on file for the current academic year.
  2. Submit a current resume and an official transcript.
  3. Complete the online application.
  4. Applicants must be newly matriculated in the Advanced Standing DNP Program.
  5. Be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50.
  6. Be aware that international students are not eligible to receive Rory Meyers scholarships.
  7. Understand that awards cannot be deferred and are not renewable.
  8. If awarded, agree to fill out a World of Thanks profile to thank their scholarship donors.