NJNS HONORS
ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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Must be a current member of the National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA)
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Must have completed one nursing course in a nursing program that prepares graduates for practice as registered nurse (Diploma, ADN, BSN)
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WHEN WILL THE SCHOLARSHIPS BE AWARDED?
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Scholarships are awarded at the opening ceremony at the Annual NJNS Convention.
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Recipients will be notified by the organizational manager.
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An invitation to the opening ceremony will be sent to all scholarship recipients.
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Recipients must be a paid attendee who is present at the annual convention to accept the scholarship award.
DEADLINE FOR COMPLETED APPLICATIONS?
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Applications must be postmarked on or before midnight of noted deadline. (Full details can be found on the application) ​
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED WITH THE APPLICATION?
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A completed application includes a personal essay, resume, photocopied NSNA membership card, official transcript, financial aid application confirmation, and two recommendations.
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Complete and specific details can be found on the application.
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IMPACT AWARD
New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc. (NJNS) members have the opportunity to recognize an individual who has had an impact on their nursing education and/or career choice. This individual may be a dean, director, faculty, mentor, or relative who demonstrates support to nursing students.
PURPOSE:
NJNS has created this award to honor individuals who demonstrate educating and/or supporting a student’s professional development.
AWARDS:
A total of three awards will be presented based on the essays submitted. The decisions of the committee will be final. The award will be given at our annual convention. The recipient must be present to receive the award.
CRITERIA:
The nominee must have made a substantial impact on the student during nursing school.
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A completed application and essay describing the activities involved with the student must be submitted by deadline date.