Vermont Nursing Workforce Incentive Loan Program
Vermont Student Assistance Corporation
Award: $3,000–$7,000
Deadline: Feb 12, 2026
To ensure an adequate number of nurses for the future healthcare needs of Vermonters. Qualifications: Applicants must be enroll in one of the following nursing programs: a practical nursing certificate program, after which the student is eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN examination; an associate of science degree in nursing program, following which the student is eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination; a bachelor of science degree in nursing; a graduate degree in nursing (such as APRN, MSN, DSN); must be enroll at least half time; attend an accredited school approved for federal Title IV funding (pell grants, federal Direct loans); preference given to students enrolled in an accredited school within Vermont; Vermont residency not required. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the committee criteria. How to apply: Applicant must submit online application form; should include: federal Student Aid (FAFSA); transcript; other required documents: should be submitted on a separate sheet of paper; essays: each essay must be written by the applicant and should include the applicant’s name and last four digits of their social security number at the top; general essay: commitment/goals; financial need; community service; uniqueness (minimum 250 words). Focus: Nursing.
Eligibility
- States: US