Scholarships
Funding sources that specifically support Black students in nursing, medicine, public health, and allied health. Apply early, apply often.
A Black Health award
A $1,000 award for students in nursing, medicine, public health, mental health, allied health, midwifery or doula training, or health administration whose career will improve Black health outcomes. One essay, no application fee.
Applications close December 1, 2026.
Association of American Medical Colleges
$5,000
Third-year medical students demonstrating commitment to eliminating inequities in medical education and healthcare for racial and ethnic minorities.
Due Mar 31, 2027
National Black Nurses Association
$1,000 – $6,000
NBNA member currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program (LPN/LVN, ADN, BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD).
Due Apr 15, 2027
These awards run annually. Check the provider's page for next cycle dates, and apply early once they reopen.
Johnson and Johnson / Tylenol
$5,000 – $10,000
Graduate or undergraduate students pursuing healthcare with demonstrated leadership in patient care.
Closed Jul 13, 2026 · runs annually
National Medical Association
$1,000 – $5,000
Black medical students (MD or DO). NMA Student affiliation preferred.
Closed Jun 1, 2026 · runs annually