Scholarships and Grants

The nursing student scholarship provided by the HSHS Illinois Division offers funding for educational expenses up to a maximum of $10,000 for a two-year pledge. The scholarship is awarded each semester to qualifying students attending St. John's College of Nursing. 

External Opportunities

• Offered by hospitals, nonprofits, religious organizations, and local foundations
• Application processes and deadlines vary
• Great way to supplement your financial aid package

Finding Outside Scholarships

There are thousands of private scholarships available through community foundations, nonprofits, employers, and religious or civic organizations. These scholarships often consider factors like career goals, academic merit, financial need, background, or service involvement.

Start With These Resources:

• Fastweb
• College Board Scholarship Search – bigfuture.collegeboard.org
• Nursing-Specific Opportunities – Check the Johnson & Johnson Nursing Scholarship Finder

Tips for Success:

• Look for local opportunities first—community foundations, high school counselors, and local healthcare systems often have less competitive awards.
• Set aside time weekly to search and apply; small awards add up.
• Watch out for scholarship scams. Legitimate scholarships never require a fee to apply.
• Apply Early. Apply Often.

Deadlines & Reminders

• Apply early—some scholarships are awarded on a first-come basis
• Most institutional awards are reviewed in early spring
• Watch your student's email for deadlines and application details