ACNL awards scholarships which support the registered nurse in:
· expanding leadership acumen through advanced study
· pursuing a higher degree to meet community or organizational need
· advancing nursing knowledge through research conduct and dissemination

Scholarships are awarded to nurses who are matriculated, at least halftime, in a school which furthers their knowledge and contributions to the public, including patients, families, students, communities, schools of nursing, or research, etc.

Selection is determined through a committee process and is based upon the applicant meeting eligibility criteria, completion of the application documents, and available funds. Scholarships are awarded based on dollars available in the scholarship fund and the number of individuals who have applied. 

ELIGIBILITY

All applicants must:

1. Must be a Registered Nurse (RN)
2. Any RN enrolled at least halftime in a course of study
   (BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, MBA, MPH, DNSc, DNP, PhD)
3. Evidence of satisfactory academic standing or higher or PASS grade in a competency based academic system.
   (Cummulative GPA of 3.0 or greater)
4. Previous ACNL scholarship recipients are not eligible 

ACNL Membership is not required to apply.

If you have questions, contact Wendy Smolich at 916-779-6949 or e-mail: wendy@acnl.org  

ATTENTION: You will want to download the recommendation letter form, that is required, prior to beginning your submission. Recommendation Letter Form. 

You are required to provide two recommendation letters. NOTE: One letter must come from a supervisor and one from the school. He/she should be able to address your potential to be a successful student demonstrating the qualities listed and comment on your willingness to be a role model for the profession of nursing.  

Items to have ready before beginning online application:

1. Copy of active RN license (any state)
2. School transcripts with evidence of cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher or PASS grade in a competency based academic system.
3. Personal statement (not to exceed 500 words) Those in excess of 500 words will be disqualified.
   (Personal statement should include what your unique contribution to the profession will be because of furthering your degree. Statements may include examples of volunteer or community involvement, certifications, or other examples of excellence)
4. Two completed recommendation letter forms
5. Two letters of recommendation, one from a supervisor and one from the school.
   (More than 2 letters received will disqualify the applicant)