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You’ve already applied for financial aid, so why apply for scholarships? The answer is simple: free money. Unlike the loans that make up part of your financial aid package, scholarships don’t need to be repaid.

Scholarships are merit-based awards that recognize achievement in a variety of areas, including academics, athletics and community service. Mizzou funded $36 million in grants and scholarships for undergrads in a recent year. These included:

Mizzou scholarships: A variety of general, school-specific and program-specific scholarships are available for incoming freshmen. Get more information about Mizzou’s scholarships.

To ensure that you’re considered for all the scholarships for which you’re eligible, follow Student Financial Aid’s directions carefully.

Private scholarships: Local and national organizations offer awards for students based on a wide range of criteria. Check with your high school guidance counselor for more information, and consult our list of free national scholarship searches to find awards.

College is a big investment. At Mizzou, that investment pays dividends that last a lifetime. With world-class professors, extensive resources, stimulating majors and a professional network of more than 220,000 alumni living worldwide, we offer something special: a campus that’s big enough to prepare you for future success, but focused enough to deliver personalized attention.

It’s also surprisingly affordable. Check out the numbers:
Four out of five: number of Mizzou students receiving some form of financial assistance (scholarships, loans, etc.)
$164 million: amount of financial assistance (scholarships, loans, etc.) Mizzou distributes each year
$11,388: average aid package (including loans) per Mizzou student

The Sinclair School of Nursing offers a number of nursing-specific scholarships for clinical nursing majors and graduate students. Scholarships numbers and amounts (usually $500–1,000) vary from year to year. A call for applications and announcement of awards is made each year during the spring semester for the following academic year. MU also offers over 100 general scholarships through the Office of Student Financial Aid to students based on academic achievement and financial need, but other factors such as high school attended and hometown also are considered.

Note: While most of the nursing-specific scholarships are limited to students currently enrolled in the clinical nursing and graduate programs, entering freshmen may be eligible for general scholarships through the MU Office of Financial Aid. To be considered for general scholarships, complete the general scholarship online application by December 1.

Loans

Loans require repayment and may or may not be based on financial need. There are several loans designated specifically for nursing students as well as general loans for both undergraduate and graduate students administered through the MU Office of Student Finanical Aid.

The curriculum of the BSN program encompasses general, foundational and professional studies within a liberal-education perspective. The curriculum is driven by the belief that nursing theory has much to offer in the education of professional nurses and in improving the health and well-being of patient populations.

For nursing undergraduates, the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) program is the traditional four-year degree option. As freshman and sophomores, nursing students are considered nursing majors. Students typically are admitted to the clinical major during their junior and senior years.

The highest academic preparation in nursing is the doctoral degree. Our doctoral programs focus on preparation either for original research (PhD) or for data-based improved practice outcomes (DNP).

The PhD prepares nurses to pursue theoretical inquiry and conduct original research for the purpose of extending our knowledge.

Post BSN graduate preparation in nursing may be completed as part of an MSN program or additional specialization may be developed in post-MSN specialty programs. Graduate preparation is designed to provide advanced skill and knowledge in advanced practice roles in nursing. Upon completion of an MSN in nursing program, graduates are eligible to become certified in an area of advanced practice, often as primary care providers. Post MSN certificate emphasis areas prepare graduates to become certified in additional areas of practice.

FAFSAs for the 2009-2010 aid year will be available January 1, 2009. You may complete the application online or request a paper application by calling 1-800-4-FED-AID. It is best to complete your application early since you may be required to turn in additional documents. Be sure to add the UMSL Federal School Code 002519 to your FAFSA. Reminder: To be considered for State of Missouri financial aid programs, a student must apply and have their records received by April 1st, 2009.

SATURDAY HOURS

Student Financial Aid will be open on select Saturdays in January. We will be open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on January 10, 17, and 24. Feel free to walk in during those times or contact us by phone!

COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY

College Goal Sunday is February 8, 2009. Mark your calendars now! Here is your opportunity to receive one-on-one assitance in preparing your FAFSA for 2009-2010. Information regarding location and time is coming soon.

PREPARING FOR SUMMER

Summer applications for financial aid will be available in April. Students who wish to receive aid in the summer will need to submit the application after they register. Since summer is part of the current aid year, your eligibility is restricted in part by the amount of aid already received in fall and spring. To ensure you will have enough aid for summer, please plan ahead. Limited grant resources will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

Summer enrollment will mirror Fall and Spring enrollment requirements. You must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours undergraduate (5 credit hours graduate) to receive Federal Stafford Loans.

Requirements for admission to Lincoln University are specified in the Lincoln University Undergraduate Bulletin. To be admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) completion program, the applicant must:

1. Be admitted to Lincoln University

2. Have a current Missouri RN license in good standing

3. Complete the BSN application form. Form must be obtained in the Nursing Office (100 Elliff) or online

4. Have at least 60 hours of college credit and be eligible for junior standing, to include at least the following:

Nursing: Medical-surgical, Obstetrics, Pediatrics,

Mental health 24 credits

*Non-Nursing:

English 6 credits

Science: To include anatomy & physiology, 16 credits

microbiolgy & chemistry

Sociology 3 credits

Psychology 3 credits

Other: 8 credits

(Of the Other 8, 3 credits in history/government)

*Students who have not completed the specified non-nursing courses listed above may be admitted if they have accumulated 60 hours of college credit.

Students must plan their program of study to include any general education courses required for a bachelor’s degree that they have not had as a part of their previous education.

Program Objectives

Upon completion of the program, students will possess the knowledge, skills and values required to practice as a professional nurse in caring for the sick, promoting health, and providing population based care across all environments. They will also be prepared for graduate education.

Students will:
Use theory and research-based knowledge in providing professional nursing care to individuals, groups, and populations.

Work collaboratively with the patient and interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Design, manage, and coordinate outcome based-healthcare for individuals, groups, and populations.

Practice as a member of the profession of nursing by embracing lifelong learning, incorporating professionalism into practice, and identifying with the values of the profession of nursing.

Demonstrate the ability to utilize critical-thinking, communication, assessment, and technical skills in providing professional nursing care.

Be prepared to pursue graduate studies in nursing.

The purpose of associate degree nursing is to prepare graduates who apply the nursing process in the provision of direct nursing care in diverse settings where policies and procedures are specified and guidance is available. Therefore, the associate curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and includes professional values, core competencies, core knowledge and role development. The associate degree graduate is prepared to function as a provider of care, a member of the profession and a manager of care in acute and community based settings.