As of April 26, 2026, the scholarship scene for men in nursing is at its busiest time for award nominations and “Round 2” university applications. Groups like the AAMN (American Association for Men in Nursing) are working hard to make the profession more gender-diverse by giving out specific grants and recognition awards for the 2026/27 cycle.
The following are the main opportunities that are currently available to male nursing students.
1. Scholarships from the American Association for Men in Nursing (AAMN)
The AAMN gives out a number of specific scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students who are members of the group.
- The Prize: Usually between $1,000 and $1,500.
- Nominations are now open.
- Due date: July 27, 2026.
- • You must be a current member of AAMN to be eligible. The awards are the Outstanding Student Award (for undergraduates) and the Emerging Leader Award.
- Requirement: An essay or letter of nomination that talks about how you have helped the nursing profession and what you want to see for men in nursing.
2. AAMN “Best Schools for Men in Nursing” Award
If you’re looking for places to apply right now, this is a very important resource, not a direct grant.
- Update: The deadline for schools to apply for recognition for the 2026 cycle is June 19, 2026.
- Plan: Find schools that get this award (which will be given out at the National Conference in October). These schools often have special bursaries and mentorship programmes for male nursing students.
3. Men in Nursing Scholarship: Breaking Down Barriers
A private scholarship for men who want to get an associate’s or bachelor of science in nursing (BSN).
- • The award amount is different, but it is usually between $500 and $2,500.
- Current Status: Usually hosted on sites like Bold.org or by local nursing groups.
- Strategy: These scholarships often have deadlines that come and go. Many “Summer/Fall” cycles end between May 1 and June 30 in 2026.
4. International Nursing Scholarships from University College Cork (UCC)
UCC offers big tuition breaks for men who want to study abroad in Ireland in the 2026/27 school year.
- The award is a scholarship that covers 35% to 50% of tuition fees, bringing the cost down to about €10,050.
- The current status is that applications are open.
- Eligibility: International students who are not from the EU and are applying for the BSc Nursing Studies (Top-Up) or MSc Nursing.
- Requirement: You must have an offer to start a full-time programme at UCC for the 2026/27 school year.
5. AACN Scholarship from NurseThink®
This scholarship is open to people of all genders, but it puts a lot of emphasis on diversity and the need for more nursing education faculty.
- The Prize: $5,000 given out twice a year until 2026.
- Status Right Now: ACTIVE.
- Usually, the deadline is January 15 and July 15 every year.
- You must be enrolled in a master’s or doctoral programme at an AACN member school and say that you want to become a nurse faculty member.
6. Important 2026 Plan for Men in Nursing
To get a specialised grant this year, your application should show how your point of view is different from others in the field:
- Join the AAMN Early: To get some specialised grants, you need to be a member for at least 3 to 6 months. Make sure your membership is active now if you want to apply by the July 27 deadline.
- Look for “Under-represented Areas”: Scholarships often favour men who want to work in nursing specialities where men have historically been the least represented, like paediatrics, obstetrics, or public health. If you write about these goals in your essay, you might get a higher score.
- • The “Dual-Career” Story: If you’re changing careers (for example, if you used to work in tech or the military), talk about how your skills from your old job can help you in nursing. 2026 committees are putting “mature” students who have a lot of different life experiences at the top of their lists.
- High-Quality Video Essays: A 60-second video explaining “Why I chose nursing” is often more effective than a written essay for private scholarships like those on Credenza or Nurse.org. Make sure your lighting looks professional and your “nurse persona” is clear.
7. Summary of Important Deadlines (June/July 2026)
- The deadline to apply for the AAMN Best Schools is June 19, 2026.
- Nominations for the AAMN Scholarship are due on July 27, 2026.
- NurseThink®—AACN July Cycle: July 15, 2026.
- Mometrix Nursing Scholarship: The deadline is May 15, 2026.
- Review of the Hurst deadline for the AACN Scholarship: July 15, 2026.