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.
Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) Scholars Program
The Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) Scholars Program prepares UMSON students from backgrounds underrepresented in the nursing workforce to:
- meet the health care needs of a diverse population
- help ensure that all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, income, sexual orientation, neighborhood, or other social condition, have a fair opportunity to live a long, healthy life.
Through spring 2021, 15 CNL students will be selected to participate in this program each semester. The program is funded by a three-year, $2 million U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration grant.
Clinical Scholars Program
The Clinical Scholars Program is offered in conjunction with area health care facilities. Qualified BSN and CNL students are given the opportunity to:
- complete their emphasis practicum under the guidance of a clinical preceptor
- receive tuition support for their final semester
- upon graduation, work for one to three years in the supporting health care institution.
Students are notified of their eligibility prior to the their final semester of study if they:
- have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0
- are enrolled in their final practicum course.
Awards range from $5,000 to $15,000.
Conway Scholarship
Receive a full scholarship – including tuition and fees – when you become a Conway Scholar.
Donor-Funded Scholarships
UMSON offers additional scholarship support through the generosity of donations made to the school. The following scholarships are awarded to students with the strongest qualifications. Only the selected recipients will be contacted.
To be eligible for a scholarship for spring 2020, you must:
- be a current/enrolled student
- complete a 2019-20 FAFSA prior to the scholarship deadline
- meet any additional requirements listed below.
| Scholarship Name | Award Range | Special Requirements | Eligible Students | Application Deadline |
| Betty Wagner Scholarship | up to $1,500 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Chesapeake Nurse Attorneys | up to $1,500 |
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not accepting applications |
| Clagett Scholarship | up to $1,500 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Conway Scholarship | full tuition | Visit the Conway Scholar page for all requirements. |
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varies by program |
| CVS Scholarships | $1,000 |
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not accepting applications |
| Darlene Curley Scholars | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Dean Janet D. Allan Scholarship | up to $2,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Dora and Susan Tancredi Scholarship | up to $2,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Dr. and Mrs. F.X. Paul Tinker | up to $2,000 |
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not accepting applications |
| Dr. Barbara Parker Scholars | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Dr. Mary Susan Jamison Scholarship | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Edward and Emma Young Scholars | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Frank and Robin Newhouse Scholarship | up to $1,500 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Ferdinand and Delores Alsruhe Scholarship | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Guberski Award | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Heisler Scholarship | up to $1,500 |
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not accepting applications
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| Hesselbach Scholarship | up to $2,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Hilgenberg Foundation | up to $2,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Jihan D. Bing Memorial Scholarship Fund | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| John Repique Scholarship | up to $500 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Joseph and Mary Kelly Scholars | up to $500 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Joseph Prolux Scholars | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Joyce Gering, MSN ’92, Scholars | up to $1,500 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Linda Foote Hyatt Scholarship | up to $2,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Loizeaux Memorial Scholarship | up to $2,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Marriott Scholars Award | up to $2,000 |
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not accepting applications |
| Michelle Rivest Scholarship | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Patricia A. Saunders Scholarship | $1,500 |
Supervisor recommendation letter required |
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not accepting applications |
| Poffernberger, Gladys Fund | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Reanna Greene Scholarship | up to $1,000 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Rodriguez Memorial Scholars | up to $500 |
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3/15/2020 |
| Wendy Luttrell Scholars | up to $1,000 |
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not accepting applications |
Apply for a Donor-Funded Scholarship
(Note that Conway Scholarship applicants apply here.)
Jonas Nurse Leaders Scholar Program
Thanks to The Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare, doctoral students—DNP and PhD—who commit to a career as nursing faculty or as a leader in in primary care are eligible to receive:
- up to $20,000 in financial assistance
- leadership development
- networking support.
Jonas Scholars receive a total of $10,000 over two academic years from the Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare, and the University of Maryland School of Nursing matches that amount, bringing the total scholarship amount to $20,000. Funds can be used to support tuition, fees, books, and living expenses.
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 |
| Traditional BSN | 12+ credits | 3.0 | $2,500 | Four semesters |
| CNL | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $3,000 | Four semesters |
| master's Specialties, full time | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $3,000 | Four semesters |
| master's Specialties, part time | 6-8 credits | 3.5 | $1,500 | Six semesters |
| BSN-to-DNP with specialties, full time (3 year plan) |
9+ credits | 3.5 | $3,000 | Six semesters |
| BSN-to-DNP with specialties, part time (4 year plan) |
6+ credits | 3.5 | $3,000 | Six semesters |
| Post-master's DNP, full time | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $3,000 | Four semesters |
| PhD, full time | 9+ credits | 3.5 | $3,000 | Six semesters |
| PhD, part time | 6+ credits | 3.5 | $3,000 | 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.
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
The deadline to apply is Sept. 30, 2019. Apply now.