Scholarships
2027 Scholarships — Now Accepting Applications
The Black Nurses Association of Greater Washington, D.C. Area (BNA‑GWDCA) is thrilled to announce its 2027 scholarship competition, offering six awards to support African American licensed nurses, student nurses, and outstanding high school seniors who aspire to excel in nursing.
Who Should Apply?
Residents of D.C. or adjacent Maryland counties: Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Howard, Montgomery, or Prince George’s
High school seniors from the region (for Pemberton & Founders)
Licensed nurses or student nurses enrolled in accredited programs (LPN, ADN, BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD)
Those meeting eligibility requirements (GPA, enrollment status, etc. — see individual applications)
Scholarships Offered & Deadlines
| Scholarship | Eligible Group | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Johnella Banks Memorial Scholarship | Student nurses (LPN to PhD track) | January 31, 2027 |
| Veronica S. Longstreth Memorial Scholarship | Student nurses | January 31, 2027 |
| Felicia C. Brady Memorial Scholarship | Licensed nurses advancing in education | January 31, 2027 |
| Mourine A. Evans Scholarship | Graduate / Doctoral nursing candidates | January 31, 2027 |
| Margaret A. Pemberton Endowed Nursing Scholarship | Graduating high school seniors | April 15, 2027 |
| Founders Scholarship | Graduating high school seniors | April 15, 2027 |
Note: Applications submitted after the deadline or missing required materials will not be considered.
How to Apply
Download the appropriate scholarship application form (links below).
Review the eligibility criteria and required documents.
Prepare transcripts, letters of recommendation, essays, etc.
Submit all materials by the deadline to be considered.
The Johnella Banks Memorial Scholarship and the Veronica S. Longstreth Scholarship for students enrolled in a BSN, ADN, LPN, MSN, DNP, or PhD program and the Felicia Brady Scholarship for licensed nurses (LPN, ADN or BSN) enrolled in an https://bnaofgwdca.aimdsecure.com/scholarship/Brady-Scholarship-2023.pdf educational program for advancement to the next level of nursing education are available, annually.
The Mourine A. Evans Scholarship for students matriculating at a nursing program in a nationally accredited college or university leading to a Master’s, PhD or Doctorate in Nursing Practice degree.
The deadline date for the Banks and Brady, Evans and Longstreth Scholarships is January 31 each year.
Dr. Johnella Banks Memorial Scholarship Application
Felicia C. Brady Scholarship Application
Veronica S. Longstreth Scholarship Application
Mourine A. Evans Scholarship Application
The Margaret Pemberton Scholarship, Founders Scholarship, and the Veronica S. Longstreth Scholarship are available to graduating seniors of high schools located in the District of Columbia and adjacent counties of the state of Maryland (see counties listed above).
The deadline date for the Pemberton and Founders Scholarships is April 15 each year.
Margaret Pemberton Scholarship Application
Founders Scholarship Application
The National Black Nurses Association offers scholarships each year, see www.nbna.org for information and eligibility requirements.
