Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate.
Ochsner Nurse Scholars
Ochsner Nurse Scholars is a program for Louisiana and Mississippi students pursuing a nursing degree. We are thrilled to offer tuition support in exchange for service at Ochsner Health to eligible students throughout their nursing education at an accredited nursing school in Louisiana or Mississippi. Students accepted into Ochsner Scholars will receive tuition assistance, as well as additional support from Ochsner Health including mentoring, career coaching and more to ensure your success throughout the program.
Students who successfully complete the program will begin their career at Ochsner Health. Join a team of health care professionals who have put patients first for over 75 years.
Guidelines/Eligibility
- Applicants must be actively enrolled in or accepted to a Louisiana or Mississippi accredited, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Licensed Practical Nursing program full-time, and in good academic standing.
- Employees of Ochsner Health who are enrolled or accepted into a full-time nursing program are eligible to apply.
- Priority consideration will be given to applicants from a diverse or underrepresented population as defined by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC): Those racial and ethnic populations that are underrepresented in the medical profession relative to their numbers in the general population.
- Finalists may be interviewed by members of the Ochsner Scholars nurse student selection committee.
Upon graduation, Ochsner Scholars will make a minimum commitment of full-time employment at Ochsner Health commensurate to their funding amount. Exact awards and employment commitment will be determined by the nurse selection committee and human resources.
*The value of this award is considered taxable income and requires a W-9.
Scholarship Award and Duration
- Ochsner Nurse Scholars (BSN) recipients will be awarded $12,500 (taxed) per year of nursing school with a three-year maximum, not to exceed $37,500.
- Ochsner Nurse Scholars (ADN/LPN) recipients will be awarded $7,000 (taxed) per year of nursing school with a two-year maximum, not to exceed $14,000.
- Applicants must be actively enrolled in or accepted to attend a Louisiana or Mississippi accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Licensed Practical Nursing program and remain in good academic standing.
- Upon graduation, Ochsner Scholars will be asked to commit 3-5 years of service at Ochsner Health.
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Ochsner Scholars FAQ
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What is Ochsner Scholars?
The Ochsner Scholars - Next Gen Nurse scholarship program was established to grow the next generation of BSN, ADN and LPN nurses to support Ochsner’s healthy state initiative – moving Louisiana from 50th place in the nation to 40th by 2030. Every day, nurses help to save and change lives. Ochsner Health is investing in the next generation of nurses who will be committed to putting patients first, working with compassion and upholding the highest standards of the nursing profession.
Recipients of this financial aid award will be granted funds in exchange for employment with Ochsner Health upon graduation.
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Why should I apply for Ochsner Scholars?
Unlike programs offered at other hospital systems, the Next Gen Nurse scholarship program allows recipients full flexibility to pursue their education at the school of their choice, as long as it is an accredited institution within Louisiana or Mississippi. Students already enrolled in an accredited, Louisiana or Mississippi nursing program can complete their education there without any transition to be eligible for scholarship.
Upon graduation, graduates will move into a full-time role at Ochsner Health – the team that has been putting patients first for more than 75 years.
Beyond scholarship, recipients will receive a holistic education – the Ochsner way. Our Next Gen Nurses will receive professional development, career coaching, and other services to support students throughout their time in nursing school.
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Who is eligible to apply?
- Any student attending an accredited nursing program in Louisiana or Mississippi at the time of application is eligible to apply. Applicants must be in good academic standing with their school.
- Priority consideration will be given to applicants from a diverse or underrepresented population as defined by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC): Those racial and ethnic populations that are underrepresented in the medical profession relative to their numbers in the general population.
Finalists may be interviewed by members of the Ochsner Scholars nurse student selection committee.
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What nursing degree programs qualify in this program?
BSN, ADN, or LPN programs are qualified for applicants to receive scholarship.
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What nursing schools qualify in this program?
Any nursing school that is approved by the Louisiana or Mississippi State Board of Nursing.
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How much scholarship could I receive in this program?
Awards for Ochsner Scholars – Next Gen Nurse students will be granted according to the program type the student is pursuing:
- BSN recipients will be awarded $12,500 (taxed) per year of nursing school with a three-year maximum, not to exceed $37,500.
- BSN recipients in a determined accelerated nursing program will also receive a summer payout, $6,250 (taxed) per summer, not to exceed a total of $37,500.
- ADN/LPN recipients will be awarded $7,000 (taxed) per year of nursing school with a two-year maximum, not to exceed $14,000.
Award recipients will be asked to commit to years of service following graduation with Ochsner Health – the largest employer in Louisiana and one of the nation’s highest-ranked hospital.
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What happens if I drop out of the program?
- Scholars that drop out of the program will be required to payback the total amount given during their time in the program.
- Scholars must maintain full-time and in good-standing with their school in order to stay in the Scholars program
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What is required to apply?
- The most recent academic transcript available (either college or high school, if applicable)
- Résumé
- A statement of financial need
- Letter of acceptance from your nursing school
- Personal statement
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How do I apply?
Visit ochsner.org/ochsnerscholars to learn more and submit an interest form. Once received, a member of the Ochsner Nurse Scholars program will send eligible students an application to apply closer to the application date.
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When are applications due?
Applications and all supporting documents must be submitted no later than November 10, 2022 in order to receive scholarship for Spring 2022. Applications dates for future semesters will be announced at a later date.
Recipients will be announced by December 2022.
