UMSON Scholarships
Scholarships at the Universities at Shady Grove
UMSON students at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) in Rockville, Maryland have access to the same financial aid and scholarship opportunities as students at our University of Maryland, Baltimore location, as well as additional USG-specific scholarships.
Conway Scholarship
You have the opportunity to receive a generous scholarship, thanks to the thoughtful philanthropy of Bill and Joanne Conway.
Donor-Funded Scholarships
University of Maryland School of Nursing Donor Scholarship Program
Helping Students Achieve Their Nursing Dreams
Through the generosity of private donors, the University of Maryland School of Nursing offers a wide range of scholarships to help students achieve their academic and professional goals. Each scholarship has unique eligibility criteria that could include academic performance, financial need, credits earned, and specific areas of interest or specialization.
Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate nursing student, these scholarships can provide vital financial support as you pursue excellence in nursing education.
Donor Scholarship Application Timeline
Fall Semester: Applications open Aug. 15 and close Aug. 30
Spring Semester: Applications open Jan. 15 and close Jan. 30
View the Application Instructions
Important Information Before Applying
- You must be a current or enrolled UMSON student
- FAFSA is required only for scholarships that require financial need
- If a scholarship requires experience, it must be clearly listed on your resume
- If a scholarship requires volunteer service, documentation must be uploaded
- Donor requirements are strictly followed. Meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award
- Scholarship amounts vary based on donor funds and recipient eligibility
Available Scholarships
|
Scholarship Name |
Criteria |
Program |
Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Alice C.H. Scigliano Fund |
Minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference given to students from Western Maryland (Frederick, Garrett, Allegany, and Washington Counties). |
BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, MSN-E, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Bertha and Olin Cooper Hoddinott Foundation |
Students pursuing careers in oncology or cardiovascular medical specialties. |
DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Claudia Smith Scholarship |
Enrollment in the Community/Public Health Master’s specialty and or/leadership administration. |
MSN |
Varies |
|
Clagett Scholarship |
Students specializing in the field of rehabilitative nursing. |
BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, MSN-E, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Darlene Curley Scholars |
Doctoral students with a focus on community public health and/or leadership and administration. Awarded based on academic achievement. |
DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Dean Janet D. Allan Scholarship |
Graduate students with high academic achievement and demonstrated leadership ability as evidenced by a leadership role in professional work or professional nursing organizations or by other activities. |
Master’s specialties, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Dora and Susan Tancredi Scholarship |
Minimum 3.5 GPA, enrolled at least half-time, and documentation of volunteer service completed within the academic year. |
BSN, RN-to-BSN/MSN, MSN, MSN-E, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Dr. and Mrs. F.X. Paul Tinker Scholarship |
Enrollment in the Master’s Entry program. Preference given to interest in women’s health. |
MSN-E |
Varies |
|
Edward and Emma Young |
BSN students who graduated from a public high school in Caroline County or Cecil County, Maryland. |
BSN |
Varies |
|
Elizabeth O’Connell, MS ’74 Scholars |
Graduate students with interest in teaching or nursing administration. Priority to financial need, then academic achievement. |
Master’s specialties, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Elliot Noble Family Scholarship |
BSN students. 1st Preference given to Dorchester County, MD residents. 2nd preference Howard County residents considered. |
BSN |
Varies |
|
Ferdinand and Delores Alsruhe Scholarship |
DNP students with an interest in gerontology. |
DNP |
Varies |
|
Frank and Robin Newhouse Scholarship |
PhD students focused on health services research and outcomes. |
PhD |
Varies |
|
Glenda (Nikki) Burdett Motta (BSN ’71) Scholarship |
Adult Nurse Practitioner students. Preference given to student considering specialization in wound, ostomy or continence as a WOC nurse. |
DNP (Adult NP) |
Varies |
|
Heisler Scholarship Fund |
Fourth-year BSN students interested in gerontology or Gerontological NP students enrolled in the DNP Program. Preference given to MD residents. |
BSN, DNP |
Varies |
|
Hesselbach Scholarship |
Baccalaureate nursing students with financial need and an interest in oncology. |
BSN, RN-to-BSN |
Varies |
|
Honorable Shirley Nathan Pulliam Scholarship |
Undergraduate Maryland residents from underrepresented populations with financial need and interest in health policy. |
BSN |
Varies |
|
Jihan D. Bing Memorial Scholarship |
Students enrolled in the Nurse Anesthesia DNP program with academic achievement and financial need. |
DNP – Nurse Anesthesia |
Varies |
|
John Repique Scholarship |
Graduate students with interest in Psychiatric Mental Health and Nurse Informatics. |
Master’s specialties, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Joseph and Mary Kelly Scholarship |
Students enrolled in the graduate neonatal nursing program; |
DNP- Neonatal Program |
Varies |
|
Joyce Gering, MSN ’92 Scholarship |
DNP students intending to focus on women’s health issues. |
DNP |
Varies |
|
Katharine Speers Scholarship |
Graduate students enrolled in Adult Gero Acute Care Program |
DNP- AGAC |
Varies |
|
Linda Foote Hyatt Scholarship |
Graduate students specializing in oncology and supportive/palliative care with a minimum 3.0 GPA. |
DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Loizeaux Memorial Scholarship |
Graduate or doctoral students whose focus of study is oncology. |
DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Marriott Scholars Award |
Gerontology specialty. Clinical experience required. |
DNP-AGAC / AGPC |
Varies |
|
Poffenberger, Gladys Fund |
Maryland residents enrolled full-time with financial need and satisfactory academic performance who demonstrate evidence of professional determination and promise as nursing professionals Preference is given to individuals with previous work or volunteer experience in the health field. |
BSN, RN-BSN/MS, MS, MSN-E, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Reanna Greene Scholarship |
Students enrolled in the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP/CNS program with academic achievement and financial need. |
DNP- AGAC |
Varies |
|
Resnick-Sollins Gerontology School |
Doctoral students focused on gerontological research. Preference is given to those who have an expressed interest in working toward an academic appointment at an accredited school of nursing. |
DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Rita Przygocki |
Students demonstrating interest in pediatric nursing or maternal/child/family health nursing. |
BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
Rodriguez Memorial Scholars |
Nurse Anesthesia students in final 12 months of study with academic achievement, financial need, leadership, and community service. Student must express an interest in practicing in historically under-served communities or at institutions serving such communities. Special consideration is given for students who have demonstrated experience in or a commitment to working with bilingual (English/Spanish) communities. |
DNP – Nurse Anesthesia |
Varies |
|
Sara King Barger Scholarship |
Undergraduate students with academic achievement and financial need. Preference may given to Calvert County residents. |
BSN |
Varies |
|
Sue Song Scholarship |
Students interested in global health or elder care. Financial need required; preference for international and/or students from single-parent households. |
BSN, RN-BSN/MS, MS, MSN-E, DNP, PhD |
Varies |
|
UMMS/UMMC Kirschling Scholarship |
BSN or MSN-E students awarded based on merit or financial need. Preference for UMMC employees prior to matriculation and graduation. |
BSN, MSN-E |
Alice C.H. Scigliano Fund |
|
Violi Scholarship |
Students with financial need. Preference given to Anne Arundel County, Maryland residents. |
BSN, MSN |
Bertha and Olin Cooper Hoddinott Foundation |
|
Wendy Luttrell Scholars |
Graduate students demonstrating determination, perseverance, and resilience. |
MSN-E, Master’s specialties, DNP, PhD |
Claudia Smith Scholarship |
Need Help?
Merit Scholarships
UMSON offers a limited number of merit scholarships on a competitive basis to new students who have demonstrated excellence in academics. Newly admitted students are automatically considered; no separate application is required. Current students are not eligible for merit scholarships. Scholarship recipients are expected to maintain the required grade point average and credit enrollment for the duration of the scholarship agreement.
| Program/Option | *Required Enrollment | *Required GPA | Merit Scholarship Amount | Length |
| Entry-into-Nursing BSN | 12+ credits | 3.0 | $3,500 | Four semesters |
| MSN-E | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $4,000 | Four semesters |
| master's Specialties, full time | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $4,000 | Four semesters |
| master's Specialties, part time | 6-8 credits | 3.5 | $2,500 | Six semesters |
| BSN-to-DNP with specialties, full time (3 year plan) |
9+ credits | 3.5 | $4,000 | Six semesters |
| BSN-to-DNP with specialties, part time (4 year plan) |
6+ credits | 3.5 | $4,000 | Six semesters |
| Post-master's DNP, full time | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $4,000 | Four semesters |
| PhD, full time | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $4,000 | Six semesters |
| PhD, part time | 6+ credits | 3.5 | $4,000 | Six semesters |
*Required to maintain scholarship each semester
Nurse Anesthetist Traineeship
Nurse Anesthetist Traineeships are awarded to U.S. citizens (or eligible non-citizens) who are enrolled in the DNP Nurse Anesthesia program. Funds are awarded on a first come, first served basis until all funds are exhausted.
Applications are now closed.
Students that will serve as graduate assistants are not eligible for this award.
To be eligible for a traineeship, you must be:
- Enrolled full time in the DNP Nurse Anesthesia program
- Maintaining the predetermined academic standards of the institution
- A citizen of the United States, a non-citizen national, or a foreign national who possesses a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States. (Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible to receive traineeship support.)
- Eligible for national nursing certification in the nursing specialty or field of study (as applicable) following graduation
Exception and Appeal Requests
UMSON Scholarship Exception Request (Merit and Conway Scholarships)
We understand that life does not always follow a straight path. If unexpected circumstances have impacted your academic progress or enrollment, you may be eligible to request an exception to your Merit or Conway scholarship requirements. Our goal is to support your continued success while ensuring responsible stewardship of scholarship funding.
When to Request an Exception
You may request an exception if you experienced circumstances beyond your control that resulted in:
• A cumulative GPA below the renewal requirement
• Enrollment in fewer credits than required for your scholarship
What You’ll Need
Before submitting, please prepare:
✓ A short statement explaining your situation
✓ Documentation supporting your request
✓ Advisor confirmation if related to course sequencing or graduation timeline
How to Submit
Complete the Scholarship Exception Request Form below:
A Scholarship Team member may contact you if additional information is needed.
What to Expect
Requests are reviewed by the UMSON Scholarship Review Committee.
You will be notified of a decision within 15 business days after your submission is complete.
Please note that approval is not guaranteed and all exceptions are reviewed on an individual basis according to established scholarship guidelines.
During the review period, you remain responsible for all charges on your student account.
We’re Here to Support You
If you have questions before submitting a request, please contact the Scholarship Team at nrsscholarships@umaryland.edu.
Scholarship Counseling
Schedule a Virtual Scholarship Counseling Session