Oncology Nursing Foundation Bachelor's Scholarship Opening Soon
Offered by Oncology Nursing Foundation
About This Scholarship
The Oncology Nursing Foundation is the philanthropic partner of the Oncology Nursing Society, and its Bachelor's Scholarships help registered nurses who care for cancer patients finish a Bachelor of Nursing degree. Each scholarship is worth $3,000 and is aimed squarely at working RNs — often diploma or associate-degree nurses in oncology units — who are returning to school to complete a BSN.
Applicants must be enrolled in, accepted to, or have applied to a bachelor's program at a school accredited by CCNE or NLN-CNEA, and must show a demonstrated commitment to oncology nursing. The application asks for a letter of recommendation from a supervisor or academic advisor plus two short written pieces: a 100-word professional goals statement and a 500-word essay on how the degree will affect patient care, professional growth, and the foundation's mission.
The award can be received only once per person, and the foundation runs a single annual cycle: the application opens September 15, 2026 and closes February 1, 2027 for funding in the 2027-2028 academic year.
Eligibility
- Registered nurse (RN) with a demonstrated commitment to oncology nursing
- Currently enrolled in, accepted to, or applied to a Bachelor of Nursing program at a CCNE- or NLN-CNEA-accredited school
- Letter of recommendation from a supervisor or academic advisor required
- Cannot have previously received this award
How To Apply
- Complete the online application on the Oncology Nursing Foundation's application portal between September 15, 2026 and February 1, 2027. You will need a recommendation letter from a supervisor or advisor, a 100-word professional goals statement, and a 500-word impact essay. Recipients are notified by the end of April 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be an ONS member to apply?
The core requirements are being a registered nurse committed to oncology and enrollment or acceptance in an accredited bachelor's nursing program; check the current application for any membership criteria on individual named funds.
Can nursing students who are not yet RNs apply?
No. This scholarship is for registered nurses completing a bachelor's degree in nursing, such as RN-to-BSN students. Pre-licensure students are not eligible.
Is the scholarship renewable?
No. An individual can receive the ONF Bachelor's Scholarship only one time.