Explore scholarship opportunities offered by Regis College and external organizations to help make earning your graduate degree more affordable.

Regis Scholarships

  • Graduate Carole Remick Fellows Scholarship

    Graduate students in the Digital Marketing Communication program will have the opportunity to apply for this scholarship. To apply for this scholarship, interested students should first visit and read the Carole Remick Foundation website.

    With funding from the Carole Remick Foundation, Regis will award scholarships of up to $5,000 (based on tuition need) for the 2026-2027 academic semester. Awards will be applied directly to tuition.

    Eligibility

    1. Students must be in the graduate Digital Marketing Communication program and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
    2. The application process requires prospective students to write a 500-word essay reflecting on how their academic goals align with the overall mission of the Carole Remick Foundation. Please include your full name and Regis email with your essay submission.
    3. The selected students will be required to meet monthly with Dr. Colleen Malachowski, the Carole Remick Endowed Chair, and submit a portfolio of their work for feedback.
    4. Please submit your 500-word essay to Dr. Malachowski at colleen.malachowski@regiscollege.edu by August 3, 2026.
    5. Scholarship recipients will be evaluated based on their academic potential, tuition need, and future career goals.
  • Dr. Antoinette Hays Scholarship Fund

    The Dr. Antoinette Hays Scholarship Fund for Nurse Educator Excellence is in recognition of President Emerita Antoinette M. Hays, PhD, RN, whose career has been defined by a commitment to nursing, education, and the preparation of future healthcare leaders.

    The scholarship fund will support students enrolled in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Nurse Education track at Regis College who aspire to teach, mentor, and inspire future nurses. Scholarships of $10,000 will be awarded to selected applicants who demonstrate academic excellence, professional commitment, and dedication to the role of nurse educator.

    To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse Education track at Regis, registered for a minimum of six credits during the award period, maintain good academic standing, and demonstrate a commitment to the nurse educator role. Applicants may not be receiving funding through the Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP) at the time of application.

    Learn more.

Regis Financial Support Opportunities

  • Graduate Assistantships

    A Graduate Assistantship gives students the unique experience of gaining valuable professional skills while benefiting from a financial aid opportunity. As a graduate assistant, you'll work as a tutor or in an entry-level capacity in one of the many departments at Regis, including Admission, Student Affairs, Health Services, the Young School of Nursing, the Autism Center, or Regis Online, to name a few. Graduate Assistantships are available to graduate students who are enrolled in a minimum of six credits within their graduate program and maintain a 3.0 GPA. There are two Graduate Assistant (GA) levels:
    • 7.5 hours/week, 112.5 hours/semester: up to $2,500/semester tuition reduction
    • 15 hours/week, 225 hours/semester: up to $5,000/semester tuition reduction
    In order to apply to a graduate assistantship, you must first be admitted into a degree-seeking program.

  • Graduate Internships

    A graduate Internship allows students to take on a full-time position at Regis while also completing their studies. Graduate Interns receive room and board, tuition remission for 18 credits annually, and a stipend. Graduate interns are expected to work about 30 hours per week. International graduate interns are only allowed to work up to 20-hours per week. During vacation periods, international students can work up to 30-40 hours per week. Students must first be admitted to a degree-seeking program to apply. Available graduate internship opportunities are listed here.


    Students enrolled in the following programs are NOT ELIGIBLE for graduate internships:
    • MS in Nursing
    • Direct Entry MSN
    • Accelerated ABSN
    • MS in Occupational Therapy
    • MS in Applied Behavior Analysis
    • MS in Speech Language Pathology
    • Doctor of Education
    • Doctor of Nursing Practice
    • Medical Imaging - Bachelor of Science Completion

Outside Scholarships

Students are encouraged to find additional sources of funding through outside scholarships. Private scholarships are provided by organizations unaffiliated with Regis College, such as community foundations, civic organizations, national groups, family foundations, businesses, and others. For these scholarships, you will apply directly to the sponsoring organization. Below is a list of websites with more information.

Scholarship Search Websites

Several websites maintain databases of private scholarships, making it easier to find ones that match your strengths. Deadlines vary. Below are some free scholarship search websites:

Specific Scholarship Opportunities

The following is a sampling of outside scholarship opportunities. Be sure to plan ahead and ensure the organization receives all required documents by the deadline. Regis does not endorse any of these programs; however, it provides the information for your convenience. Please contact the source directly with questions.

Healthcare Scholarship Opportunities

  • Massachusetts Nursing Foundation Scholarships

    June 1 deadline
    A variety of scholarship opportunities for nursing students. Visit Massachusetts Nursing Foundation Scholarships.

  • Metrowest Health Foundation

    The MetroWest Health Foundation offers scholarships of up to $4,000 for students from one of the 25 towns in Boston's MetroWest enrolled in nursing, medical, or clinical programs. Scholarship applications for the fall academic term are due by May 31 at 4 p.m. (applications open in October for the spring academic term).

  • La Unidad Latina Foundation

    January 1 and September 1 deadlines
    Educational scholarships are awarded to Hispanic students on a competitive basis and range from $250 to $1000. Applications are only accepted within the 45-day period prior to the deadline. That is, as of January 1 for the February 15 deadline, and September 1 for the October 15 deadline.

  • Behavioral Health Workforce Scholarship

    This scholarship helps students in Massachusetts pursue graduate-level degrees or certificates in behavioral health fields. It offers up to $12,500 per year (maximum $25,000 over two years) to support tuition, fees, and stipends for eligible students, and aims to strengthen the behavioral health workforce by encouraging students to apply their skills in high-need areas across the state. Review the program guidelines for eligibility, service commitments, and other important details. Learn more about the scholarship, application deadlines and begin your application.

  • The Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    Open to full-time students with at last a 3.0 GPA in a healthcare-related graduate
    program, including Nursing. Applicants are not required to be Hispanic, however, an
    affinity for the health of Hispanic communities and an interest in participating in NHHF
    Scholars Alumni activities is required.

  • Mary Cafolla Wallace Nursing Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    Open to Massachusetts residents between ages 24 and 55 who already have an
    associate or bachelor's degree, planning to pursue a second career in nursing and obtain either an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

  • Foster G. McGaw Graduate Student Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    Must be entering your final year of a full-time healthcare management graduate
    program: MHA, MPH, MBA in Healthcare Administration, or similar.

  • Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    Must be a racially/ethnically diverse or LGBTQ student entering your final year of a full-time healthcare management graduate program: MHA, MPH, MBA in Healthcare
    Administration, or similar program.

  • IntelyCare™/Foundation for Nursing Advancement in MA Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    The IntelyCare™/Foundation for Nursing Advancement in Massachusetts scholarship is for a student who has matriculated as a degree candidate and is enrolled either part-time or full-time in a nursing program. You must reside and/or practice in Massachusetts; must provide verification from the college or university of acceptance and/or enrollment in good standing in an accredited nursing program; and must not have been a recipient of an FNAMA or ANAMASS Scholarship or Award in the previous two years.

  • FNAMA Joyce L. Wolf Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    The Foundation for Nursing Advancement in Massachusetts Joyce L. Wolf Scholarship
    is for candidates pursuing a 16-18 month Accelerated Baccalaureate of Science degree in Nursing. You must reside in Massachusetts and plan to attend a MA state-approved school of nursing, and must demonstrate a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale upon application.

  • FNAMA Scholarship to Advance Diversity in Nursing

    Deadline: See website
    The Foundation for Nursing Advancement in Massachusetts Scholarship to Advance Diversity in Nursing is for a student who has matriculated as a degree candidate and is enrolled either part-time or full-time in a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree program in nursing accredited by NLN-AC or CCNE. You must reside and/or practice in Massachusetts and must not have been a recipient of an FNAMA or ANAMASS Scholarship or Award in the previous two years.

  • Sandra M. Reissour Memorial Scholarship for Nurses

    Deadline: See website
    Sandra Reissour was a founding member of the American Nurses Association Massachusetts, and also volunteered for many years with nurses in continuing education. This scholarship is to be given to a nurse who exemplifies dedication to nursing continuing education. The ideal candidate shows their dedication to and development of professional education in nursing.

  • Doctor of Nursing Practice Scholarships & Grant Opportunities

    Deadline: See website
    A list of scholarships and grants for Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students.

  • Sigma Grants for Nursing Research

    Deadline: See website
    Sigma Foundation for Nursing provides grants up to US $5,000 to encourage nurses to contribute to the advancement of nursing through research. Allocation of funds is based on the quality of the proposed research, the future promise of the applicant, and the applicant's research budget. Applications from novice researchers who have received no other national research funds are encouraged. Preference will be given to Sigma members, other qualifications being equal. Annual funding is provided by Sigma Foundation for Nursing.

  • National League for Nursing – Nursing Education Research Grants Program

    Deadline: See website
    A list of grants and other funding opportunities for nursing research

  • National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program

    Deadline: See website
    This program awards scholarships to students pursuing training or degrees for a primary care health profession. Applicants will commit to providing primary care health services in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and a minimum of 2 years of full-time service. Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Midwives are eligible to apply.

Social Justice Scholarships

  • Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

    Deadline: See website
    Open to graduate and undergraduate students living in the U.S. actively working for peace and justice

  • APF Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    Must be a minority graduate student enrolled in an accredited master's or doctoral program and be committed to improving the disparities in societal structures and issues that negatively impact communities of color

  • EducationUSA Scholarships

    Deadline: See website
    EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State network of over 430 international student advising centers in more than 175 countries and territories. The network promotes U.S. higher education to students around the world by offering accurate, comprehensive, and current information about opportunities to study at accredited postsecondary institutions in the United States.

  • Andrea Scott International Graduate Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    The Andrea Scott International Graduate Scholarship, an annual award from IELTS USA, supports incoming international graduate students at US colleges and universities. Named in honor of Andrea Scott—a visionary admissions leader and advocate for education, the arts, and equity—this scholarship celebrates students who embody her values of innovation, community impact, and social justice. $5,000 scholarship, renewable for 3 years

Scholarships for International Students

  • EducationUSA Scholarships

    Deadline: See website
    EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State network of over 430 international student advising centers in more than 175 countries and territories. The network promotes U.S. higher education to students around the world by offering accurate, comprehensive, and current information about opportunities to study at accredited postsecondary institutions in the United States.

  • Andrea Scott International Graduate Scholarship

    Deadline: See website
    The Andrea Scott International Graduate Scholarship, an annual award from IELTS USA, supports incoming international graduate students at US colleges and universities. Named in honor of Andrea Scott—a visionary admissions leader and advocate for education, the arts, and equity—this scholarship celebrates students who embody her values of innovation, community impact, and social justice. $5,000 scholarship renewable for 3 years.

Loan and Loan Repayment Programs

  • Nurse Faculty Loan Program (Regis)

    Deadline: Upon Admission to a Regis DNP Post MSN program
    To increase the number of qualified nursing faculty to facilitate education of the nurses needed to address the nursing workforce shortage, the NFLP program offers partial loan forgiveness for borrowers that are accepted into a DNP program and graduate and serve as full time nursing faculty for a specific period of time. The loan recipients may cancel 85% of the loan over four years in return for serving full time as faculty in any accredited school of nursing. For more information, please contact nflp@regiscollege.edu.

  • Nursing Student Loan Program (Regis)

    Deadline: Upon Admission to a Regis graduate nursing or ABSN program
    To increase the number of qualified nurses within the healthcare profession and address the nursing workforce shortage, Regis offers the NSL program to provide students low interest rate loans of 5%. For more information, please contact nsl@regiscollege.edu.

  • MA Repay MassHealth

    Deadline: See website
    The Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers (MLCHC) is excited to introduce two new phases of the MA Repay program that can significantly benefit students and alumni working as nurses in the primary care and behavioral health fields: the MassHealth Primary Care Student Loan Repayment Program and the MassHealth Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program. Created in partnership with the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, these initiatives are designed to alleviate the financial burdens of educational debt for health care professionals committed to serving MassHealth members and/or uninsured individuals in Massachusetts’ communities.
    Eligible professionals who commit to working full-time for a four-year service commitment in community-based settings that serve at least 40% MassHealth and/or uninsured patients can receive student loan repayment awards. Primary care professionals' awards range from up to $50,000 for advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants, and up to $100,000 for primary care physicians. Behavioral health professionals can be awarded up to $30,000 for licensed behavioral health clinicians with a bachelor’s degree, up to $50,000 for licensed or pre-licensed clinicians with a master’s degree or higher, and up to $300,000 for psychiatrists and nurse practitioners with prescribing privileges.
    Interested candidates can find more information and apply at MARepay.org.

Learn More

For additional information, please visit the Graduate and Professional Student Financial Aid page.