Scholarships and Grants
The School of Nursing is committed to supporting students in achieving their academic and professional goals. A variety of scholarships, grants, and loan-repayment programs are available at both the state and national levels to help reduce the financial burden of nursing education.
Explore the opportunities below to learn more about funding options, eligibility requirements, and application timelines. Whether you're just beginning your undergraduate journey or advancing into graduate study, these resources can help you invest confidently in your future.
CSU Pueblo Scholarships
University-wide scholarships for new and continuing students, including program-specific awards and need-based support.
Opportunity Now PLANT Grant
Our locally grown and regionally driven solution, Grow Where You Are Planted: Southern Colorado Partners Leading Advancement in Nursing Track (PLANT), addresses the healthcare workforce shortage in Southern Colorado. Grounded in evidence-based practices and strengthened by long-standing partnerships, Opportunity Now PLANT expands access to nursing education, nurse practitioner pathways, and nurse educator programs.
Through regional collaboration between two universities, two community colleges, and key healthcare partners, PLANT supports inclusive recruitment, equitable access, and sustainable pipelines for advanced nursing roles. The project will upskill 45 practicing nurses into highly skilled nurse managers and leaders, nurse practitioners, and nurse educators.
Who Qualifies
- Seeking an MS or DNP (any specialty track)
- Already admitted into an MS/DNP program
- Must live in one of 15 Southern Colorado counties
Eligible Counties
Alamosa, Baca, Bent, Conejos, Costilla, Crowley, Huerfano, Kiowa, Las Animas, Mineral, Otero, Prowers, Pueblo, Rio Grande, Saguache.
Application Details
Spring 2026 awards are now open.
Apply via your PAWS Account: PAWS Student Login
Deadline: January 5, 2026
What the Grant Covers
- Up to 75% tuition for 30 MSN credits
- Up to 75% tuition for 39 DNP credits
- Up to $1,000 in one-time emergency funds
