Clinical Nurse Leader

Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) is a relatively new nursing role that was developed in the United States to prepare highly skilled nurses focused on the improvement of quality and safety outcomes for patients or patient populations. The CNL is a registered nurse, with a Master of Science in Nursing who has completed advanced nursing coursework, including classes in pathophysiology, clinical assessment, finance management, epidemiology, healthcare systems leadership, clinical informatics, and pharmacology. CNLs are healthcare systems specialists that oversee patient care coordination, assess health risks, develop quality improvement strategies, facilitate team communication, and implement evidence-based solutions at the unit (microsystem) level. CNLs often work with clinical nurse specialists to help plan and coordinate complex patient care.

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Matching Clinical Nurse Leader Colleges

Capella University

Four or more years; Private for profit; $14,148 average out-state tuition; $14,148 average in-state tuition

University of San Diego

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $52,120 average out-state tuition; $52,120 average in-state tuition

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $13,656 average out-state tuition; $13,656 average in-state tuition

University of Toledo

Four or more years; Public; $18,388 average out-state tuition; $9,028 average in-state tuition

Rowan University

Four or more years; Public; $19,334 average out-state tuition; $10,302 average in-state tuition

Pacific Lutheran University

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $46,816 average out-state tuition; $46,816 average in-state tuition

Xavier University

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $42,230 average out-state tuition; $42,230 average in-state tuition

Scholarships for Clinical Nurse Leader Majors

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Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Up to $30,000 Varies See Details

Description

The Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship is available to military veterans and their dependents who are pursuing studies in STEM fields. You must be a recipient of the Post-9/11 GI Bill or Fry Scholarship to be eligible for this award, which acts as an extension to expiring benefits of those programs.

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Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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Up to $30,000

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The Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship is available to military veterans and their dependents who are pursuing studies in STEM fields. You must be a recipient of the Post-9/11 GI Bill or Fry Scholarship to be eligible for this award, which acts as an extension to expiring benefits of those programs.

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NCK Tech Kansas Promise Scholarship

North Central Kansas Technical College

Up to $20,000 Varies See Details

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The NCK Tech Kansas Promise Scholarship is available to students at North Central Kansas Technical College. You must study nursing, automotive technology/collision technology, building construction, carpentry/cabinetmaking, diesel technology, electrical technology, heavy equipment operation, IT, pharmacy technician, plumbing, HVAC,...

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NCK Tech Kansas Promise Scholarship

North Central Kansas Technical College

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Up to $20,000

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The NCK Tech Kansas Promise Scholarship is available to students at North Central Kansas Technical College. You must study nursing, automotive technology/collision technology, building construction, carpentry/cabinetmaking, diesel technology, electrical technology, heavy equipment operation, IT, pharmacy technician, plumbing, HVAC,...

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McKnight Doctoral Fellowship

Florida Education Fund

Up to $17,000 January 15, 2025 See Details

Description

The McKnight Doctoral Fellowship is available to African - American and Hispanic students who are planning to pursue a Ph.D. in one of the disciplines in the arts and sciences, mathematics, business, engineering, health sciences, nursing, or the visual and performing arts. Fellowships must be used at a participating Florida institutions. ...

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McKnight Doctoral Fellowship

Florida Education Fund

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Up to $17,000

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January 15, 2025
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The McKnight Doctoral Fellowship is available to African - American and Hispanic students who are planning to pursue a Ph.D. in one of the disciplines in the arts and sciences, mathematics, business, engineering, health sciences, nursing, or the visual and performing arts. Fellowships must be used at a participating Florida institutions. ...

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Nursing Scholarship - University of Jamestown

University of Jamestown

$13,000 Varies See Details

Description

The Nursing Scholarship is available to undergraduate students attending University of Jamestown who are majoring in nursing. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be eligible for this award.

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Nursing Scholarship - University of Jamestown

University of Jamestown

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$13,000

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The Nursing Scholarship is available to undergraduate students attending University of Jamestown who are majoring in nursing. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be eligible for this award.

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Navy Nurse Candidate Program

NAVAL MEDICAL MANPOWER, PERSONNEL, TRAINING AND EDUCATION COMMAND

$10,000 Varies See Details

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The Navy Nurse Candidate Program is open to full time students in accredited Bachelor of Science Nursing programs. You must be enrolled in an accredited educational program resulting in a BSN within 24 months of starting the program, be a U.S. citizen under the age of 42 and be able to meet the Navy's physical fitness standards.

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Navy Nurse Candidate Program

NAVAL MEDICAL MANPOWER, PERSONNEL, TRAINING AND EDUCATION COMMAND

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$10,000

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The Navy Nurse Candidate Program is open to full time students in accredited Bachelor of Science Nursing programs. You must be enrolled in an accredited educational program resulting in a BSN within 24 months of starting the program, be a U.S. citizen under the age of 42 and be able to meet the Navy's physical fitness standards.

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Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship

New York University, College of Nursing

$10,000 Varies See Details

Description

The Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship is available to incoming freshman students who enroll in the 15-Month Accelerated Baccalaureate Degree for Nursing Students at New York University, Meyers School of Nursing. You must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be eligible for this award. Applicants should demonstrate an...

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Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship

New York University, College of Nursing

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$10,000

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The Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship is available to incoming freshman students who enroll in the 15-Month Accelerated Baccalaureate Degree for Nursing Students at New York University, Meyers School of Nursing. You must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be eligible for this award. Applicants should demonstrate an...

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Beaver College of Health Sciences Scholarship

Appalachian State University

$10,000 February 01, 2025 See Details

Description

The Beaver College of Health Sciences Scholarship is available to students at Appalachian State University-College of Health Sciences. To be eligible for this award, you must be a high-achieving students who is committed to a career in the health sciences and in direct patient care environments.

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Beaver College of Health Sciences Scholarship

Appalachian State University

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$10,000

deadline

February 01, 2025
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Description

The Beaver College of Health Sciences Scholarship is available to students at Appalachian State University-College of Health Sciences. To be eligible for this award, you must be a high-achieving students who is committed to a career in the health sciences and in direct patient care environments.

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WGU Future of Nursing Scholarship

Western Governors University

Up to $8,000 June 30, 2025 See Details

Description

The WGU Future of Nursing Scholarship is available to new students or returning graduates enrolling in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Prelicensure) program from WGU’s Leavitt School of Health.

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WGU Future of Nursing Scholarship

Western Governors University

award

Up to $8,000

deadline

June 30, 2025
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Description

The WGU Future of Nursing Scholarship is available to new students or returning graduates enrolling in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Prelicensure) program from WGU’s Leavitt School of Health.

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St. David’s Scholar Program - Huston-Tillotson University

Huston-Tillotson University

$7,500 Varies See Details

Description

The St. David’s Scholar Program is available to incoming freshman students at Huston-Tillotson University who intend to pursue health careers. There are a limited amount of spots for rising sophomores to enter the program. This is a renewable award.

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St. David’s Scholar Program - Huston-Tillotson University

Huston-Tillotson University

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$7,500

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The St. David’s Scholar Program is available to incoming freshman students at Huston-Tillotson University who intend to pursue health careers. There are a limited amount of spots for rising sophomores to enter the program. This is a renewable award.

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Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in Healthcare

Binghamton University - State University of New York

$5,250 Varies See Details

Description

The Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in Healthcare is open to individuals who have attained a bachelor’s degree or will be completing a bachelor’s degree soon and those returning to seek an additional master’s degree. You must be actively employed in a healthcare field in order to be considered for this award.

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Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in Healthcare

Binghamton University - State University of New York

award

$5,250

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Varies
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Description

The Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in Healthcare is open to individuals who have attained a bachelor’s degree or will be completing a bachelor’s degree soon and those returning to seek an additional master’s degree. You must be actively employed in a healthcare field in order to be considered for this award.

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