Nursing Scholar Program for Admitted Nursing Students

Program Overview

The Nursing Scholar Program at UofL Health provides up to $24,000 in tuition assistance for a two-year work commitment. Scholars commit to working in a direct-care RN role for UofL Health upon graduation.

Benefits

• Preferential placement for UofL Health Nurse Extern Program
• U World Access for NCLEX Prep
• Preferential placement upon graduation

Application Requirements

• Accepted and enrolled in accredited nursing program
• Baseline 3.0 GPA
• Two letters of recommendation (one academic and one personal)
• Resume or CV
• 1000-word essay written in APA format addressing:
  • What it means to be a nurse
  • Your educational goals
  • Your visions and goals for a successful nursing career
  • How the scholar program will help you achieve your educational goals
  • Your personal accomplishments or achievements
  • Your past medical experiences, volunteer opportunities, or internships

Scholar Requirements

• Maintain a 3.0 GPA
• Meet all deadlines and scholar program requirements
• Successfully complete the nursing program
• Pass the NCLEX within sixty days of graduation
• Commit to a direct-care RN position within sixty days of graduation
• Commit to working in a direct-care RN role for twenty-four months
• Meet all onboarding requirements
• Complete the UofL Health Nurse Residency Program