Nursing Career Guide
Nursing is a great career. Nurses are there when a baby takes its first breath and when an elderly patient takes their last. No other profession offers so much diversity and opportunity. Explore the endless possibilities of a nursing career, education requirements, and earning potential.
Nursing Programs
Whether you are a recent high school graduate or an adult who plans to return to school, there are nursing programs that are right for you. Once you decide on the type of nursing degree you want to pursue, use our nursing programs database to find schools that will help you earn your degree.
Scholarships Database
Nursing school is not cheap. An entry-level nursing degree, such as an ADN, costs between $10,000 and $50,000. Luckily, state and federal governments provide grants and loans that can be used to finance your education. Start by applying to FAFSA, and use our scholarships database to look for additional funding.
Scholarships with Deadlines in Mar
- SGNA Novice Nurse/Associate Scholarship Award amount: $500
- Aird-Lemone Scholarship Award amount: Varies
- Akron General Medical Center Service League Nursing Scholarship Award amount: Varies
- Alice Newell Joslyn Medical Scholarship Award amount: $500 to $2000
- Medical Career Scholarship - American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Michigan Award amount: $500
- American Legion Auxiliary Department of Nebraska Nursing Scholarship Award amount: $500
- Forty Eight Nursing Scholarships Award amount: $1,000
- Annette McClanahan Harrison Endowed Nursing Scholarship Award amount: Varies
- Arlene L. and Cynthia M. Grueber Nursing Advancement Scholarship Award amount: Varies
- Betty Crim Endowed Nursing Scholarship Award amount: $1,500
- More scholarships...
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Military Nurse
U.S. Navy doctor, Cmdr. Terrence Dwyer and Navy nurse Lt. Cmdr. Vicki Edgar monitor the vital signs of a rescued fisherman pulled from the ocean after nearly 20 hours after his vessel capsized.Photo credit: U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class J. Maurer. Working as a military nurse exposes you to a vast amount of opportunities and challenges. You’ll care for servicemembers and their families in unique situations all around the world, while holding rank of an Officer. A military nurse may join the Army, Navy or Air Force. Military nurses work in the same medical areas as civilian nurses, in addition to practicing military duties such as performing airborne medical help for wounded soldiers. They enjoy their exciting career as they explore new regions of the United States and the globe, all while serving their country. Military n...