Philippine Nurses Association of America, Inc.

 

Purpose :

The purpose of the Nursing Scholarship Award is to provide opportunity and support to deserving PNAA members pursuing a Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree in Nursing.

Policy:

The PNAAF Awards and Scholarship Committee will coordinate the implementation of the policy. The committee will be responsible for:

1. developing, reviewing, and communicating criteria for the nursing scholarship awards.
2. screening, scoring, deliberating the applications, and presenting the final decision/ recommendation of qualified recipients for approval to the PNAAF Executive Board.

Procedure:

1. Award description:
   1. The Nursing Scholarship award of $1000 is given annually per category for one academic year.
   2. An individual may only receive a Scholarship award one time per level of educational program.
      
      
2. Applicant Eligibility:
   1. Must be a currently paid member of the PNAA and local chapter for at least one full year prior to application.
   2. Must be currently admitted to a nationally accredited Nursing Program.
   3. Must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or better.
      
      
3. Application Process for the Award:
   Instructions: Nursing Scholarship Award application and required verification documents must be completed and submitted electronically via the PNAAF website at https://www.mypnaafoundation.org/ by: Wednesday, June 1, 2022 . Late application is not acceptable.

Submit an essay (300 words) articulating the following:

• Description of professional goals in nursing.
• How the scholarship will assist in achieving these professional goals.
• What area of practice do you plan to pursue?
• How will this education experience enhance your area of practice?
• Why do you believe you should receive the award?

Submit following documents:

• Current Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of acceptance to an accredited nursing program
• Copy of transcript of records from previous/current nursing program
• Copy of diploma from latest nursing degree
• (2) Letters of recommendation from the following :
  • An employer/supervisor
  • Faculty/professor from the accredited college/university where the applicant completed or currently pursuing a nursing degree
  • A current President or Executive Officer of the PNAA Local Chapter
• Headshot photo in business attire.

Requirements for the Awardee:

1. Nursing Scholarship Awards are presented to the recipient/s at the 43rd PNAA Annual National Convention on July 2022 at the New York Marriot Marquis Time Square, New York City, New York. Attendance at the event is highly encouraged.
2. The awardee must submit a report of their academic progress at the end of the academic year to the Chair of the Awards and Scholarship Committee.

ATTESTATION

I believe myself eligible and I certify that all statements made in my application are complete and accurate. I understand the PNAAF Awards and Scholarship committee selects scholarship awardees, and the committee decision is final.

I also consent that my picture may be used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the PNAAF Nursing’s scholarship program.