2026 Chapter Scholarship

Virginia Nurses Association Annual Chapter Scholarships
Every year, VNA chapters award one $1,000 scholarship to a prelicensure nursing student in their area who has successfully completed at least four prelicensure nursing courses. This year, we will continue this program, and our three largers chapters (Central VA, Northern VA, and Hampton Roads) will award an addtional $1,000 scholarship for a total of two in each of those areas.

Purpose
The purpose of the scholarship program is to provide financial assistance to prelicensure nursing students completing requirements for a degree at a state-approved and nationally-accredited school of nursing.
Application Requirements
All applications must include:
- A transcript from the college or university that provides evidence of academic standing, current enrollment in nursing courses required for the nursing degree and completion of at least four nursing courses. A copy of a transcript is acceptable. VNF reserves the right to verify enrollment.
- A personal statement written by the applicant that describes why the individual chose a career in nursing and explains any financial need.
- A resume that includes community service, employment, awards, scholarships, professional organizations, and any honors received.
- One letter of recommendation from from a faculty member or a reference who can speak to the applicant’s character. We strongly recommend a recommendation letter from a faculty member. An optional second letter of recommendation may also be included.
Application Procedure
- All applications must be submitted online.
- Students should apply for the scholarship via the VNA chapter that covers the area in which their school is located.
- The application period for the 2026 VNA Chapter Scholarships opens on January 5, 2026 and closes on April 6, 2026 at 11:59 pm.
Scholarship Details
Award
One award of $1,000 each will be made to one applicant from each VNA Chapter. The award is a one-time gift paid directly to the school to be credited to the student's account.

Evaluation
A committee composed of no fewer than three members will evaluate each application. A point-value system will be used to evaluate each candidate, and the applicant(s) with the highest total points will receive the award(s).

Notification
Recipients of these scholarships will receive official notification of their awards from the Virginia Nurses Foundation in May 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
Have you successfully completed at least four prelicensure nursing courses? The scholarship requires courses listed under the NURS designation.*

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Are you a Virginia resident?*

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Do you have a college/university cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale?*

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Do you have at least one full semester remaining as of May 2026, ensuring that the scholarship funds, disbursed in May, can be applied toward a registered nursing degree?*

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Personal Information
Scholarship Applicant's Name*

First NameLast Name
Student ID for your College/University*
Permanent Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
VNA Chapter in which school is located (please reference map below)*
Residential Address at School

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Daytime Phone Number*
E-mail*
example@example.com
Date of birth*

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If you identify as belonging to an historically underrepresented or disadvantaged group, please check the box(es) below that apply:*

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Educational Program for which Scholarship is Requested
Name of School*
Name of specific campus, if applicable
Mailing address for scholarship check (Financial Aid Office or other designated address at your school)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
School EIN*
Specific degree you will receive*
Anticipated graduation date (month/year)*
Supporting Documents
Must submit with application to be considered. PDF files only. Your official transcript may be sent in the mail if required by your school, OR submitted as a PDF. A copy of a transcript is fine. VNF reserves the right to verify enrollment.
Official transcript

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I am submitting my official transcript via USPS to the Virginia Nurses Association, PO Box 13619, Richmond, VA 23225. *Must be received by April 6, 2026.**

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Letter of recommendation #1*

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Optional Letter of recommendation #2

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Personal statement*

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Resume*

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Virginia Nurses Association Annual Chapter Scholarships

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