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Financial Aid & Scholarships
Helping you make a difference. The University of Michigan School of Nursing is committed to providing financial assistance to help students and families meet costs. In addition, the University also offers need- and merit-based financial aid in a variety of forms.
University of Michigan Financial Aid and Scholarships
School of Nursing Aid and Scholarships
Military and Civic-based Aid
Other University Resources
Helpful Financial Aid Links
University of Michigan Financial Aid and Scholarships
Office of Financial Aid
The University's central source of information on nursing student loans, guaranteed student loans, and work-study programs. Loan programs available include the Federal Perkins Loan and Federal Stafford Loan programs. This office also offers short-term, emergency loans. You should apply as early as possible. Also, note that loan availability, payback arrangements, and maximum loan amounts vary from year to year. More.
You can also contact the Office of Financial Aid by phone or mail:
Office of Financial Aid
University of Michigan
2011 Student Activities Building
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1316
(734) 763-6600
The Center for the Education of Women
The CEW provides counseling and information on academic programs, child care, community resources and job searches. They also maintain a loan and reference library. The annual CEW scholarship competition provides over 30 scholarships each year to women whose education has at some time been interrupted for at least 24 consecutive months. Small emergency grants are also available. More information is available from the CEW office. More
You can also contact the Center for the Education of Women by phone or mail:
University of Michigan
Center for the Education of Women
330 East Liberty
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2289
(734) 998-7080
The U-M Alumni Association
The Alumni Association offers emergency grants. More
Alumni Association
University of Michigan
207 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1007
(734) 764-0384
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School of Nursing Aid and Scholarships
The School of Nursing Office of Student Affairs
The School of Nursing has a financial aid fund available to all students.
Aid from this fund, usually in small amounts, is awarded by decision of a committee
appointed by the Director for Student Affairs. Students are encouraged to apply
if they are concerned that their financial situation is affecting their academic
record, if they are working more hours than is academically appropriate, and
if they have incurred significant educational loan indebtedness. Applications
are available in the Office for Student Affairs or you can download
an application include the completed budget
worksheet.
You can also contact The School of Nursing Office of Student Affairs by phone or mail:
University of Michigan School of Nursing
Office for Student Affairs
SNB, Room 1174
400 N. Ingalls
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5482
(734) 763-9435
E-mail: sn-osa@umich.edu
Nursing Student Scholarships and Loan Funds
The Nursing Alumni Society supports a number of scholarships including: The Esther S. McCleery, Rhoda R. Russell, and Class of 1956 scholarship. In addition, outside organizations occasionally contact the School of Nursing expressing interest in assisting nursing students. Notices regarding these scholarships are posted on the bulletin boards on the first level of the School of Nursing. Each scholarship has corresponding eligibility criteria.
For more scholarship information, contact the School of Nursing Office of Student Affairs by phone or mail:
University of Michigan School of Nursing
Office of Student Affairs
SNB, Room 1174
400 N. Ingalls
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5482
(734) 763-9435
E-mail: sn-osa@umich.edu
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Military and Civic-based Aid
ROTC Scholarships
The US Air Force ROTC, US Army ROTC, and US Navy ROTC programs have scholarships available for baccalaureate nursing students. Students may receive significant financial assistance in exchange for services following graduation. More information about these programs is available from the ROTC Offices.
Aid for Veterans
If you are a Veteran or eligible for Veterans benefits, contact Veterans' Affair, or call (734) 763-9066.
Chamber of Commerce Scholarships
Your home town Chamber of Commerce may have addresses and phone numbers of civic groups, foundations, and groups connected with your field of interest.
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Other University Resources
Shapiro Undergraduate Library
The Undergraduate Library maintains a wide variety of reference books listing financial-aid opportunities. More or call (734) 763-5084.
The Harlan Hatcher Graduate Library
The Hatcher Library has a wide selection of books pertaining to fellowships, scholarships, and grants. Visit the Reference Room and ask for the Reference and Information Center flyer entitled "Sources of Information and Loans on Scholarships, Fellowships and Research Grants." The Library also has fellowship listing online. More
You can also contact Hatcher Graduate Library by phone or mail:
University of Michigan Hatcher Graduate Library
Reference and Information Center
Hatcher, Room 209
920 N. University
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1205
(734) 764-9373
Room and Board Scholarship
Recently accepted students (first-years or transfers, as of Fall 2005) have the
opportunity to apply for a full room and board scholarship from the Telluride
Association. While Telluride is not a program of UM, scholarships are provided
specifically to UM students. Once granted a Telluride scholarship, this opportunity
is renewable for up to five years, provided that the individual student meets
minimum criteria.
The Michigan Branch of Telluride Association (MBTA) brings together students
who share a passion for intellectual interchange, a dedication to improving
public life, and a commitment to self-government. Telluride Association owns
and operates a large house near campus, in which approximately thirty UM undergraduate
and graduate students with a variety of academic backgrounds, political views,
and cultural perspectives cohabitate. These students form a vibrant community,
sharing lively conversation, joint projects, and the dynamic experience of
democratic life. Each year, Telluride students plan and implement a major project
that improves public life in the Ann Arbor area. For more information about
the house and to download an application, visit http://www.tellurideassociation.org.
MBTA is currently accepting applications from incoming first year students, as
well as transfer students. Applications must be postmarked by February 14, 2005
in order to be considered.
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Helpful Financial Aid Links
www.finaid.org: general information about how loans and other instruments work. The site also offers an online calculator that helps you anticipate your financial needs and responsibilities.
www.fafsa.ed.gov: the place to get the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
www.fastweb.com: an extensive listing of available scholarships throughout the US.
www.students.gov: the US government's site for students, which offers forms and guidance for students seeking aid, as well as Web links to state offices managing student aid.
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