Lions Nurses’ Scholarship
THIS SCHOLARSHIP HAS NOW CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS THIS YEAR.
The Lions Scholarship Application Process is now fully online!
Applications are only accepted through the online application process.
Lions Nurses Scholarships open for application on 1 August and close on 31 October each year*. These are available to any eligible registered nurse or enrolled nurse. Applications are not accepted for consideration outside this period.
It is essential that you read and understand the Lions Nurses Scholarship Foundation Information and Terms prior to applying. Do not commence your application till you have read these.
The mission of the Lions NSW/ACT Nurses Scholarship Foundation is to provide the opportunity for nurses to continue their professional development.
FAQ and how to apply
* Please note, applications are for the following academic year, eg. an application made between 1 August-31 October 2024 will be for the academic year 2025, an application made between 1 August-31 October 2025 will be for the academic year 2026 etc.
All nurses who meet these criteria are eligible to apply:
- Are currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and working within the nursing profession in NSW or the ACT.
- Have a minimum of three years experience within the nursing profession since initial registration and prior to making application, the last 12 months of which must have been spent in employment in NSW or the ACT.
- The scholarship is open to Australian citizens and permanent residents only.
Lions Nurses’ Scholarships are available under the following categories:
- Category A: Scholarships for a short course or conference, either in Australia or overseas, not necessarily leading to an award or an additional formal qualification.
- Category B: Scholarships for extended study leading to the award of a formal qualification at a recognised tertiary institution in Australia or overseas.
To apply
- You must read the Lions Nurses’ Scholarship Foundation Information and Terms, prior to applying. These terms give the background and details of the Lions scholarships, including eligibility, how to apply, what supporting documentation you need to attach with the completed application form and the scholarship terms. Supporting documentation includes:
- A copy of your Authorisation to Practice (Registration) – Compulsory
- 2 Written References (more information on references can be found in the Information and Terms – it is not sufficient to just provide referee details, your referees need to write you a supporting a reference) – Compulsory
- Additional supporting documentation (refer to page 3 for Category A and page 4 for Category B in the Information and Terms) – Optional
- The Lions Nurses’ Scholarship Application Process is now fully online! Applications are only accepted through the online application form.
Post scholarship successful applicant Reflection Template. Download and save to your computer to complete.
Application form
The Lions Nurses Scholarship Foundation application process is now fully online. Applications submitted via any other method are no longer being accepted.
Applications are accepted between 1 August and 31 October annually.
It will assist you in the application process to have the Lions Nurses Scholarship Foundation Information and Terms at hand.
To complete the online application process, you will require the following documentation to upload:
- A copy of your Authorisation to Practice (Registration) – Compulsory
- 2 Written References (more information on references can be found in the Information and Terms – it is not sufficient to just provide referee details, your referees need to write you a supporting reference) – Compulsory
- Additional supporting documentation (refer to page 3 for Category A and page 4 for Category B in the Information and Terms) – Optional
All nurses who meet the criteria are eligible to apply for a Lions Nurses Scholarship Foundation scholarship.
For enquiries, please email education@nswnma.asn.au.
