Scholarship Endowments

and Research Mentorships

Available for Students

Application process:

To apply for funding from the MU Sinclair School of Nursing,  begin by  filing your FAFSA form through the MU Financial Aid Office, then print and fill out the appropriate  scholarship application form below.  All scholarship applicants  should then complete a  Student Honors Submission Form with the MU News Bureau using the link provided. All  scholarship application materials should then be submitted to the Nursing Student Affairs Office located through the main lobby at the nursing school, room S235. You may send the materials to the address below, or hand deliver to:

Thom Bowling
S235 School of Nursing
Columbia, MO 65211-4120

Phone: 573-882-0277
Toll free: 800-437-4339
Fax: 573-882-4445

Nursing Applications:

BSN Program Scholarship Application

Deadline for Fall 2008 scholarships (clinical majors): March 3, 2008
FAFSA: March 3, 2008

Accelerated Program Scholarship Application

Deadline for Fall 2008 scholarships (newly enrolled students):July 3, 2008

RN-BSN Program Scholarship Application

Deadline for Fall 2008 scholarships (currently enrolled students): October 3 , 2008

Graduate/Doctoral Program Scholarship Application

Deadline for Fall 2008 scholarships (currently enrolled students): March 14, 2008
Deadline for Fall 2008 scholarships (newly enrolled students): October 3 , 2008

Student Honors Submission Form                               

Please note: should you recieve a scholarship from the school of nursing, you will be required to write a thank you note to the donor of those funds, sending a copy of that note to Kim Castleman, S249 School of Nursing, Columbia, MO 65211-4120, in order for funds to be released to you.

PLEASE READ: The following funds have been established and are currently available ONLY for students ADMITTED and ENROLLED in the Clinical Nursing Major, (including RN/BSN students and Accelerated Nursing Program students) at MU Sinclair School of Nursing. Scholarships are also available for Master's and PhD nursing students.

Scholarship listing

You will only need to fill out one form to be eligible and considered for all internal School of Nursing Scholarships. External Scholarships (listed at the bottom of this page) are different and must be applied to directly. For questions or more information on how to obtain an application packet, please contact: MU Sinclair School of Nursing Student Affairs Office at (573) 882-0277.

Paying for Your Education

Two out of three MU students receive some form of financial assistance. If a student qualifies, the financial aid package usually combines grants or scholarships, a low-interest loan and an opportunity for on-campus employment. A student majoring in Nursing may qualify for the Nursing Loan, a federal award to qualified undergraduate nursing students. The loan awards up to $2,000 annually. Information about applying for financial assistance to MU should be requested from the MU Financial Aid Office, 11 Jesse Hall, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211. Students may also call the office at 1-800-225-6075. Outside Missouri, the number is (573) 882-7506.

MU offers more than 100 general scholarships to students of exceptional talent. In addition, the School of Nursing offers several scholarships to clinical nursing majors. Most general and school-specific scholarships recognize academic excellence, but other factors such as financial need, high school attended and hometown also are considered. To be considered for scholarships, entering freshmen should file a scholarship application for freshmen students by December 1. Nursing transfer and continuing students should file a scholarship application for continuing and transfer students by February 1. To request applications and a comprehensive booklet describing all scholarships available to undergraduate students, write the MU Financial Aid Office, 11 Jesse Hall, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211. In Missouri, call toll free 1-800-225-6075 (non-local within Missouri) or (573) 882-7506.

Fees are subject to change. With further questions about fees and costs, contact the Cashiers Office, 15 Jesse Hall, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, (573) 882-3097, or go to the MU Cashiers Office.

Ann Crowe Essig Undergraduate

Research Mentorship Program

Information and Application

The Ann Crowe Essig Undergraduate Nursing Research Mentorship Program (UNRMP) is intended to encourage and support undergraduate nursing student participation in School of Nursing faculty research. The program will acquaint students with the research process and should serve as a stimulus for further investigation and education. Participation in the research process allows the student to experience firsthand numerous aspects of nursing research.

Students actively participate with faculty mentors on research projects. Projects may be developed:

• by a faculty member who invites a student to participate,
• by a faculty member posting a description of a project, or
• by a student making a suggestion to a faculty member.

*Every effort is made to connect students and faculty with similar research interests.

This program will be conducted during the eight week summer session. Students selected for the UNRMP are expected to devote 20 hours/week for an eight week summer session.

Faculty members should commit to regular and frequent meetings to provide adequate supervision. Student expectations should be established early and be written with a copy to both the faculty and the student.

The project culminates with an oral or poster presentation and a written description of the project (approximately 1500 words). Students will have the opportunity to do presentations on their research during the Health Sciences Research Day at the MU Undergraduate Research Conference, as well as the Undergraduate Research Day at the State Capital.

Each participating student will receive a cash stipend from the endowment in Mrs. Essig's name. The student will be enrolled at the University but for no credit. This will allow students access to library services, computers and recreational facilities.

Eligibility:

Students who have completed their 5th, 6th, or 7th semesters, as well as RN students who have completed N4950 Nursing Theory and Research, are invited to apply.

Preference will be given to students mentored in the areas of oncology, lymphedema and women's health issues. Students must have a cumulative 3.25 GPA.

Application Process:

• Complete the attached Application Form and Description of Proposed Project
  (see Application Form).
• Request recommendation from one clinical faculty from the most recent semester completed. Faculty to return the reference form directly to Dr. McDaniel.
• A committee consisting of the Director of Undergraduate Study and two faculty members will select participants.
• Applications are due by March 3, 2008 to be considered for summer 2008.

Application Form (PDF)
Reference Form (PDF)

More information on Ann Crowe Essig.

Nursing Fellowship 2007-2008

Have you thought about getting a Master's degree in Nursing but thought it would be too expensive? Are you interested in School Health Nursing? The MU Sinclair School of Nursing and the Columbia Public School System have joined forces to offer an exciting School Nurse Fellows Program. The candidate will start in the Fall of 2007. Application deadline for fellowship is Aug. 15, 2008.

The School Nurse Fellows Program provides:

• Free tuition for your Master's degree.
• A monthly stipend.
• Mentored experience working in the school setting. One student will be selected to participate in this program.

To apply or to obtain more information, please contact:

Laura Anderson
Academic Advisor
MU Sinclair School of Nursing
573-882-0277
E-Mail: AndersonL@missouri.edu

The Columbia Public School District is a 16,000+ pupil, K-12 district located in mid-Missouri (on I-70 midway between St. Louis and Kansas City). The district employs more than 1400 teachers with 19 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 junior high schools, 3 high schools, and an area vocational school providing educational opportunities for the Columbia community. Columbia is a progressive town with a population of 75,000 and living costs are 5-6% below the national average. Columbia's major industries include education and medicine (9 hospitals). Columbia is the home to two colleges as well as the University of Missouri with a total student population of over 24,000. With the university atmosphere, Columbia has consistently been ranked in the top 20 most desirable cities in which to live by Money Magazine. Columbia was included in the recent book entitled 50 Fabulous Places to Raise Your Family.

External Scholarship Opportunities

The following are notifications we receive of scholarship and funding opportunities outside of the School of Nursing and the University. You will need to apply separately to any of these sources yourself.

• Tafford Uniforms will award at least two (2) $1,000 scholarships through their Tafford Uniforms Nursing Scholarship Program. To qualify, applicants must have earned a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be enrolled in one of the following accredited programs: BSN, MSN, LPN, LVN, or Associates Degree in Nursing. The application process is simple, visit www.tafford.com/scholarship/scholarship.htm and complete the brief online application.
  
  Tafford is also offering ALL APPLICANTS a 10% discount off of their next uniform purchase. A discount code will be sent to applicants upon successful submission of their application.

• The Voluntary Service Organization and Columbia Regional Hospital each year gives scholarship assistance to a number of students. In order to be considered for a scholarship, you must be able to verify that you have been accepted into an accredited clinical or professional health care program leading to a state licensed examination. A 2.8 or better GPA is required to be considered for a scholarship. The school in which you are enrolled must be within a 100 mile radius of Columbia, Missouri. The VSO will fund a technical program or post-secondary education up to and including a bachelors' degree in a direct patient related health care field. The exception will be the Masters program for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy at the University of Missouri-Columbia. The program will also fund up to two (2) online classes per semester. The online class must be taken from a school within a 100 mile radius of Columbia, Missouri and pertain directly to the student's major course of study. All the following information must be received by Noon on Monday, April 16, 2008. The following applicable information must be completed by the due date or you will not be granted an interview.
  • Application is to be completed by applicant. Please type or print clearly. (download and print the pdf (3 pages), or see Kim Castleman in S249)
  • Verification of acceptance into an accredited clinical health care program leading to a state licensed examination.
  • Two signed letters of recommendation (excluding family members and personal friends) including current address, phone number and email address (if available) of signee.
  • One official transcript from each post-secondary school
  • One (1) copy of previous term/semester's grade.
  You are not required to be currently employed by or seeking employment at Columbia Regional Hospital after graduation. You are not required to repay the scholarship. If you have questions, feel free to contact the Scholarship Committee at 404 Keene Street, Columbia, MO 65201; by phone 573-875-9218 or email at perrypa@health.missouri.edu

• For all other scholarships offered through the University's Financial Aid Office: http://sfa.missouri.edu/sch-index.php

AfterCollege/AACN Scholarship

This ongoing scholarship program offers $20,000 exclusively to AACN Member Schools. AfterCollege™ is a network for college students and recent grads who are looking for entry level jobs, internships, and other opportunities. http://www.aftercollege.com/groups/ccenter.asp?fct=1&ID=860914599

Other Financial Options

Nursing Student Loan

This is a federal loan available to undergraduate nursing students demonstrating financial need. No interest accrues while the recipient is in school at least halftime. Repayment begins nine months after graduation or withdrawal from the nursing program. The interest rate is 5%. The maximum award is determined according to the borrower's grade level. Nursing students wanting to be considered for this loan must meet the March 1 priority deadline for filing the FAFSA.

The Missouri Professional and Practical Nursing Student Loan Program was established to provide educational loans to professional nursing students (RN or higher) and practical nursing students (LPN) in exchange for service in an area of designated need in Missouri. The maximum amount of loans per academic year is $5,000 for students pursuing a degree in professional nursing education and $2,500 for those pursuing a degree in practical nursing education. Loans begin accruing interest at the rate of 9.5% from the date the check is issued.

Loans will be repaid through service in public or non-profit agencies or institutions in areas of defined need (forgiveness). Forgiveness of the total amount loaned and accrued interest will occur at 25% per year for qualifying employment in an area of defined need (and may be pro-rated for part-time employment). An area of defined need is a geographic area or a nursing specialty that is experiencing a shortage of nurses.
For more details such as eligibility criteria or to obtain an application, please see the Department of Health and Senior Service web site at www.dhss.state.mo.us or contact Rural Health and Primary Care at P.O. Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570 or call 800-891-7415.

P.E.O. Educational Loan Fund Opportunity
A Low-Interest Loan Opportunity for MU Nursing Students via application process.

The Columbia MA chapter of P.E.O. is accepting submissions from MU Nursing Students for a low-interest loan to help them obtain their education at MU. As this is a ladies organization their criteria calls for a young woman entering the nursing field. T he fund makes loans available to qualified women who desire higher education and are in need of financial assistance.

Applications should be sent directly to them, not through the School of Nursing , to the contact listed at the bottom. We wish to convey this information as a venue available for our students to apply to. This IS NOT a scholarship, but is a loan to be repaid at a low interest rate.

The Criteria is as Follows :

1. Student must be enrolled full-time at the University.
2. Student must be in their Junior or senior year (in their clinical experience) within 2 years of graduation.
3. Mrs. Funk will interview the student applicants and present the information to her chapter for consideration. If they meet the initial criteria, they will then be given a packet to fill out that will contain the following information:

The Details

• The loan maximum is $9,000.
• (Senior year applicants may apply for full amount.)
• The current interest rate as of 5/30/2007 is 4%
• Full amount is due 6 years from the date of issue.
• Process takes 8-12 weeks

Interested students should contact the representative of P.E.O. listed below, if they are interested in interviewing for the loan:

Mrs. Caroline E. Funk
MA Chapter of P.E.O.
1708 Woodrail Ave.
Columbia , MO 65203
(573) 442-0096

Office for Financial Success

A free financial resource for MU students. http://financialsuccess.missouri.edu

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