If you know a current high school senior who will benefit from this scholarship, please ask them to contact the scholarship committee at oshnaboardofdirectors@gmail.com. Locate scholarship forms on this web page.
The Overseas School Health Nurses Association (OSHNA) awards its annual nursing scholarship to a high school senior, attending an international or DoDEA high school. This scholarship will go to a deserving student, pursuing a degree in nursing.
OSHNA serves to promote optimal student wellness through the promotion of the specialized practice of school nursing, evidence-based practice, professional development, and mentoring of tomorrow’s leaders in nursing.
OSHNA Nursing Scholarship
One $1000 scholarship will be awarded to an international or DoDEA high school student, pursuing a degree in nursing. The scholarship may assist with books and study materials. The scholarship money will be awarded via check from OSHNA. Notification of the award will occur in May and shared on the OSHNA website and Facebook page.
Application Requirements
High School senior. Attending an international or DoDEA high school. Plans to pursue a degree in nursing.
complete application completed personal ID form two 500 word essays high school transcript, signed by administrator or counselor with contact information provided minimum 3.0 GPA two letters of reference, signed with contact information provided
Application Deadline: April 5th
Selection Process
The complete application packet will be carefully evaluated by the scholarship committee. Selection criteria are equally based on academic excellence, service and leadership, essays, and letters of reference.
Notification Process
The OSHNA Nursing Scholarship winner will be notified via email in May. A check will be mailed directly to the recipient.