Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program

Eligibility

• Be a licensed vocational nurse or meet the professional-status requirements established by HCAI.
• Be enrolled in or accepted to an eligible California associate degree nursing program.
• Be preparing to qualify as a registered nurse.
• Be eligible to work in the United States throughout the required service period.
• Agree to provide direct patient care at a qualifying California facility after completing the nursing program.
• Meet all additional requirements published in the applicable HCAI grant guide.
• Not have another service obligation that overlaps with the HCAI scholarship commitment.

Requirements

• Complete the HCAI Funding eApp scholarship application.
• Provide proof of current vocational nursing licensure or other required professional documentation.
• Provide proof of enrollment or acceptance in an eligible associate degree nursing program.
• Submit an official cost-of-attendance document from the educational institution.
• Provide all additional forms and supporting documents required by HCAI.
• Sign a grant agreement containing the required California service obligation if selected.

How to Apply

1. 1Review the current HCAI program page and the new grant guide once it is published.
2. 2Confirm that the associate degree nursing program meets HCAI eligibility requirements.
3. 3Create or update a profile in the HCAI Funding eApp portal.
4. 4Gather proof of licensure, enrollment, and the official cost of attendance.
5. 5Complete the online application and upload every required document.
6. 6Submit the application by the deadline published for the 2026 cycle.
7. 7If selected, review and sign the HCAI grant agreement by the stated deadline.