Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
74
Days
March 2 2026
Application Deadline
Yes
Renewable
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Watson Nursing Scholarship

Description

The Watson Nursing Scholarship is available to students pursuing a career in nursing, with preference given to graduates of Jackson or Josephine County high schools. Eligible applicants must enroll full-time at an Oregon college, with preference for those attending the Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing located on the Southern Oregon University campus. Financial need is considered, and FAFSA filing is required. The scholarship may be received for a maximum of four years and must be applied for annually. February 15 is the early bird deadline and March 1 is the final deadline for all applications and materials to be submitted to OSAC. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion for more information.

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university or a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkMust study full-time
  • CheckmarkRestricted to residents of Oregon
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying in Oregon
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying Nursing

How to Apply

What you'll need:

  • Checkmark Other - OSAC Activities Chart
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  • Checkmark Essay
  • Checkmark Financial Need Analysis
  • Checkmark Transcript
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Contact
OSAC - Higher Education Coordinating Commission
osac@hecc.oregon.gov
Tel: 541-687-7400 Address 3225 25th Street SE
Salem, OR 97302