ANPD Scholarship

Western Governors University is proud to offer the WGU Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) Scholarship. This scholarship, valued up to $2,000, is available for ANPD members looking to earn a WGU online bachelor’s degree or master's degree in nursing or healthcare.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

Be an active ANPD member and be willing to participate in ANPD activities.
Complete an application for admission.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Be officially admitted to WGU.
Interview with a WGU Scholarship Counselor prior to award decision.

Multiple scholarships will be awarded. However, this is a competitive program and scholarships will be awarded based upon a candidate’s academic record, financial need, readiness for online study at WGU, and current competency, plus other considerations.

NOTE: This scholarship is designed for new WGU students only. Students are eligible to apply for these scholarships during the enrollment process and up to 60 days after starting a degree program. WGU employees and their spouses are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

Financial Aid is Also Available

You may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your degree through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based upon financial need. Federal Unsubsidized Student Loans are available to most students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans. Corporate reimbursement and tuition assistance may also be available.

Click here to learn more about financial aid.

Scholarship Value: $2,000 maximum

This scholarship will be credited to your account at the rate of $500 per six-month, renewable for up to four terms.

Tuition for a six-month term for nursing and MBA programs is $3,250, less the $500 per term scholarship.

Eligible Programs

B.S. Nursing (RN to BSN online)
M.S. Nursing—Education
M.S. Nursing—Education (RN to MSN Option)
M.S. Nursing—Leadership and Management
M.S. Nursing—Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option)
MBA Healthcare Management

Scholarship Policies

Before monies are distributed, the scholarship recipients must read the WGU Student Handbook and agree to and understand the academic progress, tuition, and refund policies. The student will also be required to sign a WGU Scholarship Agreement before monies will be awarded. The student must also meet the university’s Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements to maintain scholarship eligibility.

Note: Before you can apply for this scholarship, you must first apply for admission.

Application deadline for current award cycle: April 15, 2013

If you would like to discuss the scholarship program or WGU’s degrees before submitting an application for this scholarship, feel free to speak to an Enrollment Counselor toll-free at 1-866-225-5948.