ONS Foundation Doctoral Scholarships

Purpose: To provide scholarships to registered nurses who are interested in and committed to oncology nursing to continue their education by pursuing a research doctoral degree (PhD or DNSc) or clinical doctoral degree (DNP). The candidate must be currently enrolled in (or applying to) a PhD, DNSc or DNP nursing degree program for the 2021-2022 academic year (starting fall 2021.) The candidate must have a current license to practice as a registered nurse and must have an interest in and commitment to oncology nursing. Two professional letters of support are required; one of these letters must address the applicant's ability to perform doctoral level work. At the end of scholarship participation, the nurse shall submit a summary describing the education activities in which he/she participated. Required to submit $5 application fee which is payable through the scholarship site.