Joyce L. Wolf Scholarship $5,000
The Joyce L. Wolf Scholarship is for candidates pursuing a 12-18 month second degree Accelerated Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (ABSN). The $5,000 scholarship can only be applied to tuition and fees. There are 8 individual scholarships available, totaling $40,000! One scholarship will be designated for an individual committed to pursuing a career in public health nursing. The Wolf Scholarships are both need- and merit-based; to be considered applicants must upload copies of their current FAFSA Submission Summary, formerly known as the Student Aid Report (SAR) including Student Aid Index (SAI). ALL documents uploaded must be original documents (no screen shots or pictures). Applicants must also: reside and/or plan to practice in Massachusetts; provide verification from the college or university of acceptance and/or enrollment in good standing into a Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing approved ABSN program; demonstrate a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale upon application; complete 1st semester in ABSN program by May 30, 2026.
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Student who has matriculated as a degree candidate and enrolled either part-time or full-time in a 12-18 month Accelerated Baccalaureate of Science second degree program approved by the Massachusetts Board of Nursing.
Must provide verification from the college or university of acceptance and/or enrollment in good standing into the accredited nursing program.
Must demonstrate a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale upon application and completion of first semester in the ABSN program.
Scholarships will only fund students who reside in Massachusetts and plan to attend a Massachusetts state-approved school of nursing.
Must provide a copy of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Submission Summary/Student Aid Report (SAR) including Student Aid Index (SAI). Scholarship recipients need to have a demonstrated financial need (as defined by the SAI).
Must not have been a recipient of an FNAMA/ANAMASS Scholarship or Award in previous two years.
Complete a narrative (up to 500 words) explaining your educational goals and how you will use the funding
Include 1 letter of support (can be from faculty or colleague); refer to FAQ
Complete a self-identification of diversity
I am interested in pursuing a career in public health nursing in the Boston area
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Please submit a narrative describing your interest in public health nursing in Massachusetts and any relevant experience
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Address
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Street Address
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Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
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I reside in Massachusetts
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I practice in/plan to practice in Massachusetts
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If pre-licensure program, school must be approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
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Yes, program is Approved by MA BORN
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Type of Degree Sought
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Accelerated BSN (post-baccalaureate)
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Please review requirements for each individual scholarship.
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Expected Date of Graduation
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Spring 2025
Summer 2025
Fall 2025
Spring 2026
Must provide most recent copy of Free Application for FAFSA Submission Summary, formerly known as the Student Aid Report (SAR) and Student Aid Index (SAI). Scholarship recipients need to have a demonstrated financial need (as defined by the SAI).
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Only original SAR are accepted. No screenshots please!. Please redact your taxpayer ID#
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SAI
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Enter SAI from Submission Summary (SAR)
pre-ABSN Program GPA:
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please upload transcripts below
CURRENT ABSN Program GPA
If you have not COMPLETED your first semester, please leave blank.
Narrative Response Please submit a clear, concise and well written narrative (up to 500 words) that identifies clear education and career goals and strategies for achieving them, demonstrates a strong work ethic and excitement/ passion for the nursing profession, outlines relevant experiences/activities, demonstrates a strong motivation to succeed and how the funding will be used to support achievement of goals
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Document MUST be submitted as a pdf. Include your name on the top right hand corner only/do not include your name in the narrative response. Do not scan from another document or submit as a picture.
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Letter of Support Please upload one letter of support from someone (faculty, manager,colleague) who can describe the applicant’s ability and potential for contributing to nursing/success in the nursing profession.
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PLEASE review directions provided on FAQ and letter of support template. Please submit as .pdf or .docx
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Provide verification from college or university of acceptance and/or enrollment in good standing into an MA Board of Registration in Nursing (baccalaureate) and NLN-AC or CCNE accredited nursing program (masters or doctoral degree)
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Please note only official university verification accepted (no screen shots). Please contact registrar and request verification of enrollment or copy of acceptance letter if not yet matriculated.
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Submit an official transcript with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale either from your current enrollment or past enrollment if just starting a nursing program. An official transcript demonstrating the minimum 3.0 GPA in the first semester of the ABSN program by May 30, 2025 is required prior to release of funds should the applicant be selected)
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Please note only university transcript accepted (no screen shots). Please contact your school's registrar to obtain either official or unofficial transcript.
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Application Deadline for this award is November 1, 2025.
Please save the date! The Awards Gala will be held on April xx, 2026 and recipients are expected to attend. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
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