Johnson & Johnson Our Race to Health Equity Initiative
As part of Johnson & Johnson’s Our Race to Health Equity initiative, Johnson & Johnson has funded over $500,000 in scholarships for Black, Indigenous and People Of Color (BIPOC) students through the Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association. We were proud to provide scholarships to 61 of the over 2,300 applicants, who will play a key role in creating a world where health equity is a pillar of our society and our healthcare system. These scholarships are one part of a multi-pronged strategy to ensure access to high-quality and culturally competent health care for all.
Description
Undergraduate scholarships are available to students currently enrolled in a state-approved nursing program leading to an associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, direct-entry master’s degree, RN to BSN/MSN completion, LPN/LVN to RN, or accelerated programs. Funds are not available for graduate study unless it is for a first degree in nursing.
Selection Criteria
Please have the following documents prepared for upload:
- Faculty Member Certification Form
- Financial Aid Certification
- Unofficial Transcript
- Acceptance Letter (only for applicants transferring to another school within the academic year)
- Nursing License (for applicants in an RN-BSN or RN-MSN program)
Timeline
Scholarships are awarded in the spring for use in the summer of and the 2022-23 academic year.