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May 2025 Scholarship Application

We are excited to announce the LA NAHN scholarship opportunity, which will be presented on May 3, 2025, at our annual LA NAHN conference.

If you are eligible, please apply or share this information with anyone who may be interested in applying. Deadline to apply is April 23, 2025 11:59pm PST

Eligibility Criteria 

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1. Good Standing

Must be in good academic standing with a minimum of 3.0 GPA.

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2. Enrollment

Must be enrolled in an accredited nursing program or higher education nursing program.

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3. Membership

Must be an LA-Chapter NAHN Member. Click here to join!

Letter of Recommendation 

Required Documents

​When submitting the required documents, please use the following in the subject line: "Scholarship Application - Your First and Last Name."​​

  1. Copy of CA driver’s License.

  2. Resume/CV

  3. Proof of enrollment to the college/university being attended.

  4. Copy of unofficial transcripts.

  5. Proof of current LANAHN membership (copy of paid membership invoice acceptable).

  • A letter of recommendation must be submitted via email to:
    lanahn.membership@gmail.com
    Attn: Scholarship Committee

  • It must be from members of the academic community or nurse manager. The recommendation letters must be sent from a valid institution’s email address. The letter of recommendation should be a brief statement describing the student's character and motivation toward success.

Essay Requirement

The essay must be typed and double-spaced and must not exceed the word count (500 words).

 

Please choose one of the following:

  1. State three goals you plan to reach in the next 5 years and how will you commit to the healthcare of the Hispanic community?

  2. What do you think are the barriers facing Hispanic nurses, and what can be done to bring more into the profession?

  3. Personal Statement: Your personal statement should be exactly that, personal. This is your opportunity to tell us about yourself, your hopes, ambitions, life experiences, and inspirations.

Writing an Essay

Deadlines

  • April 23, 2025 11:59pm PST:
    The application and all required documents must be
    received via email. Late/incomplete applications will not be accepted.

  • April 28, 2025:
    The scholarship winner will be announced.     Please plan to attend
    the LA NAHN Annual Meeting on May 3 rd to receive your scholarship award. 

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