LVN Grants

U.S. Department of Education

• Nursing students enrolled in accredited programs can apply for two grants offered by the U.S. government. Pell Grants provide between $400 and $4,050 while Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants award yearly amounts ranging from $100 to $4,000. The amount awarded depends upon a student's financial need and how much his or her family can contribute. Both grants require students to enroll on a minimum half-time basis. To apply, you must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  U.S. Department of Education
  Federal Student Aid
  8930 Ward Parkway
  Kansas City, MO 64114
  319-337-5665
  fafsa.ed.gov

Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Foundation

• The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) offers three grants that current and future LPN's can use to continue education and training. This organization's Certification Grant gives two awards for recipients to take the certification exam to become Certified Medical Surgical Nurses. Convention Grants provide funds for LVNs to travel to the AMSN annual convention, where recipients can receive training in workshops and seminars. Those interested in participating in AMSN's "Nursing in Washington Internship" can apply for a NIWI grant that covers the costs of travel and lodging in Washington D.C. At this conference, nurses will learn how to influence nursing-related policy. All applicants must have a current membership in the AMSN.

  Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Foundation
  East Holly Avenue
  Box 56
  Pitman, NJ 08071
  866-877-2676
  amsn.org

College Foundation of North Carolina

• In order to combat a nursing shortage in North Carolina, this state's College Foundation offers a Nurse Education Scholarship-Loan Program (NESLP) to help pay for nursing training. Prospective LVN's can apply for up to $3,000 in funds to cover the cost of tuition at an accredited program. This foundation determines awards based on financial need, tuition costs and academic merit. Award recipients must sign a promissory note that binds them contractually to work in North Carolina for at least six months of full-time consecutive employment. If the grant winner fails to complete this term of service, he or she must repay the award.

  College Foundation of North Carolina, Inc.
  2917 Highwoods Blvd.
  Raleigh, NC 27604
  888-234-6400
  cfnc.org