Foundation Nursing Scholarship

The Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions Foundation (RMU Foundation) Board of Directors is pleased to sponsor scholarships for the benefit of RMU’s nursing students. These $1,000 scholarships are available to enrolled nursing students who demonstrate excellent academic performance.

Who can apply for a foundation nursing scholarship?
Foundation DPT scholarships are reserved for enrolled RMU students in the nursing program who are in good academic standing.

How can I apply for a foundation nursing scholarship?
Scholarship applications are available online and can be accessed by clicking here or the apply button above. As part of the application, you must submit an essay describing your experience as a nurse and why you want to increase your educational experience in conjunction with nursing.

Are there admission or grade requirements for a foundation nursing scholarship?
Students must be admitted to RMU and be registered for a full-time class schedule to apply (including online or independent study courses). Those who are selected for a scholarship will be required to maintain satisfactory academic progress toward graduation.

What is the application deadline for foundation nursing scholarships?
There are three application cycles throughout the year. Applications are accepted on the first (1st) of July (fall semester), November (winter semester), and March (summer semester), respectively. The deadline for each of these application periods is on the fifteenth (15th) of the months stated above (the scholarship application cycle schedule may also be found on the previous page).

How will I know if I was selected for a foundation nursing scholarship?
Scholarship awardees will be notified within sixty (60) days of the receipt of their completed application. The disbursement of scholarship funds will occur after the add/drop deadline date of each semester.

If I have previously received a foundation nursing scholarship, will I automatically receive one next year or do I need to reapply?
No, they are not automatically renewed. Students may be the recipient of a foundation nursing scholarship once per calendar year; however, if you are interested in receiving another foundation nursing scholarship the following year, you must submit a new application. Scholarships are not automatically renewed.