WGU SCHOLARSHIPS
Whether you're ready to advance your nursing career or take your first steps toward becoming a registered nurse, the Kauffman Foundation Scholarship can help you get there.
Through the generosity of the Kauffman Foundation, WGU is offering scholarships valued at up to $5,000 for eligible students pursuing a undergraduate degree in nursing. This initiative supports the development of community-led nursing pathways in Missouri, helping expand access to nursing education and create more opportunities for individuals to enter and advance in the profession.
From earning your RN license to building on your nursing experience with a BSN, WGU offers pathways to help you reach your goals.
If you live in an eligible Missouri county—Cass, Clay, Jackson, Johnson, Platte, or Wyandotte—and are pursuing a qualifying nursing degree at WGU, the Kauffman Foundation Scholarship could make your educational goals more affordable.
$5,000
One time award; students may reapply if they need additional support with clinical expenses. Current students only.
Already applied for admission? Apply for scholarships on the Scholarship Portal.
This scholarship is one of many. Through the generosity of donors and institutional funding, WGU maintains a robust program of scholarships made available to qualified students.
Eligible degrees for this scholarship:
Multiple scholarships will be awarded. However, this is a competitive program and scholarships will be awarded based on a candidate’s academic record, financial need, readiness for online study at WGU, and current competency, plus other considerations.
This scholarship can be used in addition to any tuition discounts for which you may be eligible.
Most scholarships are for new students and returning graduates (unless otherwise noted). Eligible students beginning a new degree program must complete the scholarship application 90 days before and up to 30 days after the program start date. Current students who are at least 30 days past their program start date may apply for funding they are eligible for at any time after their first term is completed at www.wgu.edu/scholarshipapplication. WGU employees and family members who are eligible for the WGU employee discount are not eligible for WGU scholarships.
An eligible student beginning a new degree program may receive one WGU-funded scholarship award. In the event that a student qualifies for multiple WGU scholarships, the scholarship committee will consider each opportunity and select which scholarship to award (if any). Current students who are at least 30 days past their program start date may apply for additional WGU-funded scholarships by completing an application at www.wgu.edu/scholarshipapplication. Students can learn more about WGU's scholarship policies at: https://cm.wgu.edu/t5/WGU-Student-Policy-Handbook/Scholarship-Terms-and-Conditions/ta-p/67.
It depends on the specific criteria for the scholarship fund. In general, we award scholarships based on the following factors:
Some scholarships are also based upon evaluations of prior college transcripts and other academic history. We encourage you to apply.
WGU evaluates scholarship applications on a continual basis because we start new students in their programs every month. Often we are able to make an award decision within 2-4 weeks of receiving your application. You will also need to have applied for admission and been accepted to the university. An Enrollment Counselor can help explain the process.
No. New and returning student scholarship awards are divided into a set amount per term. This amount is credited against your tuition due for each term. The details are explained in the description for each scholarship.
Yes, you should also apply for federal financial aid by filling out a FAFSA. Most scholarships at WGU require a FAFSA on file unless you are not eligible to apply for federal aid. If awarded a scholarship, that amount will likely only cover a portion of your school expenses, and financial aid can help pay for the rest. You can apply for financial aid while you are waiting for a decision about your scholarship application. Here is the full information on financial aid.
WGU is partnering with Scholarship Universe (SU), a third-party scholarship aggregator, to help you identify and apply for scholarships based on information included in your SU profile. The information you enter into the SU platform will be governed by ScholarshipUniverse's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Thank You to Our Donors
Scholarship opportunities are made possible in part by the generous support of many companies, foundations, partner organizations, and individuals, including WGU alumni, faculty, and staff. Learn how donors can make a difference at WGU.
When you complete the FAFSA, be sure to list WGU’s school code.
Code: 033394
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 on financial need. Federal Direct Student Loans are available to most students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans.
