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THE GEORGIA NURSES ASSOCIATION 
is the state nurse association of the American Nurses Association
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 

Nursing Scholarships

Biennial Call for GNA-GNF Scholarship Applications

The Georgia Nurses Foundation announces a call for applications for the annual Georgia Nurses Foundation and the Georgia Nurses Association scholarship awards. These programs include: the Katherine Pope Scholarship awarded by the Georgia Nurses Foundation; the Annie Lou Overton Scholarship for the Georgia Nurses Association.

These programs provide financial assistance to qualified applicants studying nursing in an accredited school, college or university. Applicants may be enrolled full or part-time in a graduate or undergraduate nursing program. Interested students must have a GPA of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale in prior academic work and be able to verify financial need.

Scholarship funds are obtained through the tax-deductible contributions of nurses and supporters of nursing. The scholarships are awarded in minimum amounts of $500.00, in odd years only.

FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION SELECT ONE FROM BELOW. Print and fill out the Scholarship Application and send it in via regular mail to the address on the application.

Application - .doc format (Microsoft Word document)      Application - .pdf format (Adobe Acrobat Reader required) If your computer does not have Acrobat Reader please select the .doc format or you can download Acrobat at: Help in downloading PDFs and using Acrobat Reader.

For more information, contact:

GNA Headquarters

404-325-5536 or 800-324-0462

Thank you for your assistance in promoting these awards to interested nursing students.

KATHERINE POPE SCHOLARSHIP

With a nursing career spanning 45 years, Katherine Pope, RN, dedicated her life to the profession of nursing. She has been described as "the ideal nurse: a selfless, genuine caregiver who puts the needs of others ahead of herself "

Ms. Pope believed that nursing enabled her to best serve her country, her fellow human beings and the community. The Katherine Pope Scholarship demonstrates the impact nursing can make to health care and to the community and extends Ms. Pope's commitment to the career advancement of nurses.

A nursing leader, beloved friend and respected colleague, Katherine Pope has always encouraged others to be their best. This scholarship in her name acknowledges future nursing leaders who are committed to excellence in their field and to the care of those in need.

ANNIE LOU OVERTON SCHOLARSHIP

Annie Lou Overton served as Executive Director of the Georgia Nurses Association for a number of years. For her time, she was very liberal and determined to build a strong Georgia Nurses Association.

Today, Annie Lou Overton's convictions remain alive through the students honored with a scholarship in her name. Funding for this scholarship was willed to the Georgia Nurses Association by Annie Lou Overton to ensure nursing students have every opportunity to realize their potential. And, through their education and professional growth, impact the nursing profession and the world in which we live.

GEORGIA NURSES FOUNDATION / GEORGIA NURSES ASSOCIATION / SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Including:

 		Katherine Pope Scholarship awarded by the
Georgia Nurses Foundation
   
  Annie Lou Overton Scholarship awarded by the
  Georgia Nurses Association
   
The Georgia Nurses Foundation and the Georgia Nurses Association Scholarship Programs provide financial assistance to qualified applicants studying nursing in an accredited school, college or university. The scholarships are available to full- and part-time students, including students enrolled in Associate Degree, Baccalaureate, Master's and Doctoral programs in nursing.

All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

·        Currently enrolled in an accredited program in nursing

·        Resident of Georgia

·        Verifiable financial need

·        GPA of at least 2.5 on 4.0 scale in prior educational work

·        All non-RN applicants must have completed one year of study

·        Member of respective professional organization (i.e., Georgia Association of Nursing Students, Georgia Nurses Association, Georgia Association For Nursing Education, etc.)

·        Provide two letters of reference which indicate leadership, scholarship and potential for success in the practice of nursing

Priority will be given to applicants who meet the following criteria:

·        Enrolled in a Georgia school, college or university

·        Plans to practice professional nursing in Georgia following graduation

·        RN to BSN completion for Annie Lou Overton Scholarship

Application deadline :

Application and supporting documents must be postmarked no later than June 15, in odd years only

Selection process:

Selection will be based upon compliance with basic eligibility requirements set forth by the Georgia Nurses Foundation and Georgia Nurses Association. Applicants selected by the Scholarship Committee will be confirmed by the Board of Trustees of the Georgia Nurses Foundation and the Executive Board of the Georgia Nurses Association . Award recipients will be honored at the Georgia Nurses Association Biennial Convention in the fall of odd years.

Fund distribution:

Upon verification of selection by the Georgia Nurses Foundation Board of Trustees and Georgia Nurses Association Executive Board, recipients will be notified by letter, and a check for the scholarship amount will be issued to the recipient. Recipients will be awarded a minimum amount of $500.

FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION SELECT ONE FROM BELOW. Print and fill out the Scholarship Application and send it in via regular mail to the address on the application.

Application - .doc format (Microsoft Word document)      Application - .pdf format (Adobe Acrobat Reader required) If your computer does not have Acrobat Reader please select the .doc format or you can download Acrobat at: Help in downloading PDFs and using Acrobat Reader.

For more information, contact:

GNA Headquarters

404-325-5536 or 800-324-0462

For more information on the many funding resources available for those interested in pursuing a career in nursing or advancing within the nursing profession, visit http://www.nursingworld.org/EspeciallyForYou/StudentNurses/GettingStarted.aspx.