PNCB Scholarships

PNCB Scholarships

PNCB offers two scholarships annually with a focus on increasing the pediatric nursing specialty. One of the scholarships is offered jointly with the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) Foundation.

See criteria below. Past scholarship awardees are not eligible. 

For RNs: Investing in Pediatric Nursing Diversity

This $1,500 scholarship supports the education of an undergraduate nursing student who:

• Is pursuing a degree to become a registered nurse and
• Has a strong interest in pediatric nursing for their future. 

Qualification Criteria:

• Acceptance into or current part-time or full-time enrollment in an accredited undergraduate nursing program.
• Must have an expected graduation date within four years or less.
• Must be in good standing academically, GPA of 3.0 to 4.0 (based on a 4-point system).
• Most recent unofficial transcript.
• 500-word essay related to your interest in pediatric nursing: describe why you are passionate about pediatric nursing, what unique strengths and experiences you would offer the specialty, and how you might inspire others to consider pediatric nursing. 
• One letter of recommendation from a nursing faculty member. If you have been accepted into a program but not yet enrolled, a letter from a high school teacher or school counselor or employment supervisor will be accepted. The letter should address your passion for pediatric nursing, academic achievement, and work ethic.

For PNPs: Empowering Professional Diversity Scholarship

This $3,000 scholarship is offered jointly by PNCB and the NAPNAP Foundation to support the education of a pediatric-focused nurse who is committed to supporting the profession, and who is pursuing a degree as a pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP).

Qualification Criteria:

• Acceptance into, or current part-time or full-time enrollment in an accredited PNP program. 
• Must have an expected graduation date within three years or less.
• Must be in good standing academically, GPA of 3.0 to 4.0 (based on 4-point system).
• 500-word essay related to your interest in pediatric nursing: describe why you are passionate about pediatric nursing, what unique strengths and experiences you would offer the specialty, and how you might inspire others to consider pediatric nursing.
• Most recent unofficial transcript. 
• CV/resume.
• Two letters of support - one from a nursing colleague and one from a faculty member focused in pediatrics. Letters should address your clinical competence, academic achievement, and leadership. If you are not yet enrolled in a PNP program, a letter from a supervisor will be accepted.