Nursing Students

Nursing Student Scholarships

Students are drawn to nursing careers because of a desire to care, serve, or help others. Through nearly $1 million in scholarships offered through our Foundation, PTK provides resources to serve nursing students just like you.

Scholarships for Community College Nursing & Healthcare Students

DeLuca ADN Nursing Scholarship

The DeLuca ADN Nursing Scholarship aims to provide recognition and financial support for two-year college students in Florida or Connecticut entering an associate degree nursing (ADN) program. Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is committed to providing opportunities for recognition and scholarships for two-year college students, and we applaud scholarship donors for recognizing the importance of such initiatives and appreciate the support of these endeavors. The application deadline is June 15, 2024. Apply for the DeLuca ADN Nursing Scholarship here:

Hurst Review NCLEX Scholarship

With the help of partners like Hurst Review and special, member-only NCLEX© review course subscription discounts, you can gain access to scholarships to pay for school and pass your licensing exam. Apply for the Hurst Review NCLEX® scholarship on the PTK Scholarship Application (open now) here:

Community College Scholarships

All-State Academic Team Programs

Applicants must be nominated by your college’s designated nominator and reside in one of the 39 participating states.

  • More $41 million available
  • Receive special local recognition, including medallions, certificates and oftentimes scholarships

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All-USA Academic Team Scholarship

Open to non-members, All-USA Academic Team Scholarship applicants must be nominated by their college’s designated nominator and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and significant campus and community engagement.

  • 20 scholarships of $5,000 each
  • Total awards of $100,000
  • Commemorative medallions

View All-USA Academic Team Scholarship

Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholarship

Open to non-members, Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholarship applicants must be nominated by their college’s designated nominator and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and significant campus and/or community leadership and service.

  • 50 Gold Scholar Awards of $1,500
  • 50 Silver Scholar Awards of $1,250
  • 50 Bronze Scholar Awards of $1,000
  • Total awards of $187,500
  • Commemorative medallions

View Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholarship

Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, have completed 12-36 semester hours, and be currently enrolled in an associate degree program.

  • 200 scholarships of $1,000 each
  • 25 scholarships earmarked for military
  • 7 Global Leaders of Promise Scholars awarded
  • Total awards of $207,000

View Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship

Dr. Mary Hood Texas Region Scholarship

Applicants must be eligible and apply for the Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship and enrolled in an associate degree program in Texas.

  • 1 $1,500 scholarship awarded annually
  • Recognition as a Dr. Mary Hood Texas Region Scholar

Hurst Review NCLEX® Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must be enrolled in a nursing degree program.

  • 25 scholarships of $250 each for the NCLEX® exam fee
  • Free subscription to the premier Hurst NCLEX® Review for scholarship recipients
  • Total awards of $13,750

View Hurst Review NCLEX Scholarship

New Century Workforce Scholarship

Open to non-members, New Century Workforce Scholarship applicants must be a top-scoring student from one the 50 United States, Canada or other sovereign nations where at least one Phi Theta Kappa Chapter resides and be nominated by their college’s designated nominator.

  • 52 scholarships for Workforce Pathway

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Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must graduate within 18 months from the time of application.

  • 15 scholarships of $1,000 each
  • Total awards of $15,000

View Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship

PTK Workforce Development Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only; applicants must be pursuing a workforce-related major and must enter the workforce after graduating with an associate degree or certificate.

  • 1 scholarship of $1,500 awarded annually
  • Recognition as a PTK Workforce Development Scholar

StudyBuddy TEAS Prep Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must be enrolled in a pre-nursing, nursing, or allied health degree program. Students in medical assistant and certified nursing assistant programs are eligible as well.

  • 35 students will receive a 100% discount for the TEAS or HESI prep course materials on StudyBuddy.live for a duration of up to 10 weeks
  • 20 students will receive an additional 100% discount for all other courses in addition to the TEAS prep course for up to 10 weeks; discount codes cannot be combined
  • Discounts are valued at $300 each, totaling $16,500

View StudyBuddy TEAS Prep Scholarship

The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship

The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship provides financial support for high-achieving students, especially those who have been in foster care, to achieve their educational opportunities in pursuing the careers and futures they desire.

  • 1 scholarship of $500 awarded annually

View The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship

Four-Year College Scholarships

Christopher A. Calhoun Transfer Scholarship

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and Phi Theta Kappa member, enrolled in an associate degree program in South Carolina with plans to enroll in a four-year college baccalaureate degree program in South Carolina for the next fall semester, eligible and apply for the All-USA Academic Team, and be nominated by the student’s college.

  • 1 $1,000 scholarship awarded annually
  • Recognition at the All-South Carolina Academic Team event

Guistwhite Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members that will be transferring to a senior institution in the next fall term and demonstrate outstanding Phi Theta Kappa participation.

  • 15 scholarships of $5,000 each
  • Total awards of $75,000
  • Commemorative medallions

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Hites Transfer Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members that will be transferring full-time to a senior institution in the next fall term and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement.

  • 10 scholarships of $7,500 each
  • Total awards of $75,000
  • Commemorative medallions

View Hites Transfer Scholarship

New Century Transfer Scholarship

Open to non-members, New Century Transfer Scholarship applicants must be a top-scoring student from one the 50 United States, Canada or other sovereign nations where at least one Phi Theta Kappa Chapter resides and be nominated by their college’s designated nominator.

  • 52 scholarships for Transfer Pathway

View New Century Pathway Scholarship

Pacific Region Transfer Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must be currently enrolled at a two-year college in the Pacific Region, transferring to a senior institution in the Pacific Region in the next fall semester, and be eligible for the Guistwhite or Hites Scholarships.

  • Up to 2 $1,000 scholarships awarded annually
  • Recognition at the Pacific Regional Convention

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