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R.I.S.E. Nursing Scholarship

Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/1/2025
Closes: 2/1/2026

The R.I.S.E. Nursing Scholarship is available to residents of Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, or Winnebago counties in Illinois who have a nursing aid certificate and are employed. Students who are seeking a professional certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree in a medical field, such as nursing, are welcome to apply. Special consideration is given to students who work as CNAs at Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center in Rockford, Illinois, or have experience working with seniors or in long-term care facilities.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
Requirements
  • Resident of Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, or Winnebago counties, Illinois
  • Undergraduate student
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Studying nursing
  • Employed as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) Preference is given to students who work as CNAs at Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center in Rockford, Illinois, or have experience working with seniors or in longterm care facilities.
  • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    Community College Freshman, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, 5th Year College Undergraduate, Nth Year College Undergraduate
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: IL
    • County: Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, Winnebago

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