Scholarships & Grants

The BSN Alumni Scholarship is offered to students who have earned their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Joyce University and are enrolling in an MSN program at Joyce University. Students are eligible for a maximum award of $5,000 awarded over a maximum of three semesters. Students must maintain a CGPA of 3.0 to maintain eligibility for each semester.

1. Joyce University reserves the right to adjust individual scholarship awards to ensure compliance with institutional and federal policies.
2. Renewable awards are contingent upon maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress.
3. Awards are based on full time enrollment; awards will be prorated based on enrollment for students who fall below full-time status.
4. Awards may only apply to charges on a student ledger card or direct costs (tuition and fees) a student incurs while at Joyce University.
5. Students may qualify only for one scholarship, per degree program.
6. If you withdraw or are withdrawn from a term, scholarship refunds will be prorated using the same formula as the institutional tuition refund policy.
7. Joyce reserves the right to withdraw individual scholarship awards at any time should an applicant be found ineligible.
8. Scholarship recipients whose CGPA falls below the scholarship stated minimum will be granted a one semester probationary period to improve their CGPA to at or above the stated minimum. During this probationary semester, the scholarship funds will be awarded. Failure to improve the CGPA to above stated minimum after the probationary semester will result in loss of remaining scholarship funds.

The Advancement Scholarship is for new, incoming students to Joyce University in the ASN, aBSN, or 3 year BSN program, all of whom are eligible to apply for this scholarship award.

• Students must initially participate in a Financial Planning session with a financial aid advisor.
• Students must submit an application and a written essay explaining why they decided to pursue a career in healthcare and how this scholarship will assist making the academic program more affordable.
• Students are eligible for a maximum award based on their program of enrollment:
  • ASN: up to $6,000 ($2,500 in semester 3 and $3,500 in semester 5)
  • aBSN: up to $7,000 ($3,000 in semester 3 and $4,000 in semester 5)
  • BSN: up to $8,000 ($2,000 in semester 3, $3,000 in semester 5, and $3,000 in semester 7)

Requirements to receive the funds and maintain eligibility are:

1. First time enrollee at Joyce University
2. A completed scholarship application
3. Maintenance of a CGPA of 3.0
4. Remaining current in all payments affecting student ledger
5. Maintaining continuous enrollment and satisfactory academic process
6. Submission of a written essay

Scholarship Terms:
Acceptance of an individual scholarship award shall be an agreement to the terms and conditions of that award as well as all policies governing Joyce University scholarships. Every student’s financial aid award package is subject to compliance with federal regulations.

1. Joyce University reserves the right to adjust individual scholarship awards to ensure compliance with institutional and federal policies.
2. Renewable awards are contingent upon maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress.
3. Awards are based on full time enrollment; awards will be prorated based on enrollment for students who fall below full-time status.
4. Awards may only apply to charges on a student ledger card or direct costs (tuition and fees) a student incurs while at Joyce University.
5. Students may qualify only for one scholarship, per degree program.
6. If a student withdraws or are withdrawn from a term, all potential scholarship awards are forfeited and will not be reinstated.
7. Joyce reserves the right to withdraw individual scholarship awards at any time should an applicant be found ineligible.
8. Scholarship recipients whose CGPA falls below the scholarship stated minimum will be granted a one semester probationary period to improve their CGPA to at or above the stated minimum. During this probationary semester, the scholarship funds will be awarded. Failure to improve the CGPA to above stated minimum after the probationary semester will result in loss of remaining scholarship funds.

A proud Joyce University alum, Joshua Ray joined Joyce University as an employee in 2015. Joshua most recently served as our Director of Academic Innovation, having previously served in the following key roles: Director of Clinical, Lab, and Simulation; Associate Program Director of Acute Care; Clinical Relations Manager; and Nursing Faculty. Prior to entering the field of nursing, Joshua served as a volunteer firefighter and State Trooper in Alaska.

Joshua leaves behind a legacy of creativity, dedication, innovation, and a profound spirit that touched us all. This scholarship has been developed to honor his contributions to our Mission, unwavering support for our students and employees, and relentless innovation and creativity.

Scholarship Details

The Joshua Ray Memorial Scholarship is offered to any pre-licensure student enrolled at Joyce University. One recipient will be selected per semester to receive this award. Recipients are eligible for a maximum award of $10,000 awarded over at $2000 max per semester for five semesters and must maintain a CGPA of 3.0 to maintain eligibility each semester. The deadline for applications will be 3 weeks prior to the start of each semester.

Requirements to receive the funds and maintain eligibility are:

1. First time enrollee at Joyce University, going into their first semester
2. Enrolled in a pre-licensure program at Joyce University (ASN, BSN, aBSN)
3. This completed application
4. Maintenance of a CGPA of 3.0
5. Maintaining continuous enrollment and satisfactory academic process
6. Submission of a written essay (see prompt below)
7. Finalists will be asked to participate in an interview with Joyce faculty/staff

Scholarship Terms

Acceptance of an individual scholarship award shall be an agreement to the terms and conditions of that award as well as all policies governing Joyce University scholarships. Every student’s financial aid award package is subject to compliance with federal regulations.

1. Joyce University reserves the right to adjust individual scholarship awards to ensure compliance with institutional and federal policies.
2. Renewable awards are contingent upon maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress.
3. Awards are based on full time enrollment; awards will be prorated based on enrollment for students who fall below full-time status.
4. Awards may only apply to charges on a student ledger card or direct costs (tuition and fees) a student incurs while at Joyce University.
5. Students may qualify only for one scholarship, per degree program.
6. If a student withdraws or is withdrawn from a term, all potential scholarship awards are forfeited and will not be reinstated.
7. Joyce reserves the right to withdraw individual scholarship awards at any time should an applicant be found ineligible.
8. Scholarship recipients whose CGPA falls below the scholarship stated minimum will be granted a one semester probationary period to improve their CGPA to at or above the stated minimum. During this probationary semester, the scholarship funds will be awarded. Failure to improve the CGPA to above stated minimum after the probationary semester will result in loss of remaining scholarship funds.

Applications for Spring 2025 are now closed

The ASN Alumni Scholarship is offered to students who have earned their Associate of Science of in Nursing degree from Joyce University.

• Students must be enrolled in the RN to BSN program at Joyce University.
• Students are eligible for a maximum award of $2,000 across a maximum of four semesters.
• Students must maintain a CGPA of 3.0 to maintain eligibility for each semester.
• Applications should be submitted no later than one week prior to the start of the semester for which you are applying. Applications submitted after this date may not be reviewed for consideration.

Requirements to receive the funds and maintain eligibility are:

1. This completed application.
2. A 3.0 GPA must be maintained throughout the scholarship period.
3. A written essay explaining why you should be awarded a scholarship, including any academic awards you have earned and any non-school related volunteer activities or community service you have been involved in. In addition, please discuss your expectations as far as how a BSN degree will enhance your career in nursing.

Scholarship Terms:
Acceptance of an individual scholarship award shall be an agreement to the terms and conditions of that award as well as all policies governing Joyce University scholarships. Every student’s financial aid award package (scholarships as well as need-based assistance) is subject to compliance with federal regulations.

1. Joyce University reserves the right to adjust individual scholarship awards to ensure compliance with institutional and federal policies.
2. Renewable awards are contingent upon maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress.
3. Awards are based on full time enrollment; awards will be prorated based on enrollment for students who fall below full-time status.
4. Awards may only apply to charges on a student ledger card or direct costs (tuition and fees) a student incurs while at Joyce University.
5. Students may qualify only for one scholarship, per degree program.
6. If you withdraw or are withdrawn from a term, scholarship funds will be forfeited.
7. Joyce reserves the right to withdraw individual scholarship awards at any time should an applicant be found ineligible.
8. Scholarship recipients whose CGPA falls below the scholarship stated minimum will be granted a one semester probationary period to improve their CGPA to at or above the stated minimum. During this probationary semester, the scholarship funds will be awarded. Failure to improve the CGPA to above stated minimum after the probationary semester will result in loss of remaining scholarship funds.