Eligibility

Attention all nursing students! If you are pursuing studies beyond the RN level and will be enrolled in an accredited nursing school for an upcoming Fall semester, don't miss the chance to apply for an MLNF Scholarship. This opportunity is open to current Registered Nurses and college students working towards an MSN or doctorate-level education. We are seeking applicants with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0. This could be your chance to receive a scholarship that could significantly impact and enhance your nursing education, opening doors to new opportunities and advancements in your career!

Interested individuals can use the application form below to apply for an MLNF Scholarship. The application process is straightforward and easy to follow. Application submissions will begin on January 1st, and the deadline for submission is May 1st. Please submit your application before the deadline to be considered. A volunteer panel of medical professionals will evaluate all candidates who meet the scholarship criteria. Successful applicants will be informed by June 30th.

DEBBIE MELONE NURSING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION - ACEDEMIC YEAR 2025-2026

  1.    The deadline for the 2025-2026 scholarship application: May 1, 2025. Applications received after May 1st will be denied.
  2.    Only complete applications will be considered. DO NOT LEAVE ANY ITEMS BLANK. Use N/A as needed.
  3.    Attach a copy of your current Pennsylvania Nursing License.
  4.    Two signed letters of recommendation (from non-relatives) must be attached to this application.
The Debbie Melone Nursing Scholarship is awarded annually to a current licensed registered nurse who is enrolled in a Masters in Nursing Degree program. All applications will be reviewed by the Melone Lighthouse Nurse Foundation scholarship committee to determine the scholarship recipient. The scholarship is designed to provide a one-time monetary scholarship to an applicant that is looking to make a lifelong commitment to the field of nursing.

APPLICANT DATA
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Last Name *
First Name *
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Cell Phone Number *
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Permanent Home Address *
Permanent Home Phone Number *
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City *
State *
Zip Code *
County *
Email Address *
Name and Phone Number of Local Newspaper

(Ex: Where to publish if awarded scholarship)

EDUCATIONAL DATA
High School Attended *
Graduation Date *
Ranking in Graduation Class (%) *
Do you have a GED? *
Date Received GED? *
College Last Attended *
Year Last Attended *
Number of Hours Completed *
Institution enrolled for Masters of Nursing *
Semester Start Date *

** PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN THE SPACE PROVIDED BELOW **
SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Where are you currently employed as a registered nurse? *
How many years have you been working as a registered nurse? *
Do you hold any other nursing certifications (CNOR, CNS, RNFA, CCRN, ETC.) *
Have you been or will you be a clinical instructor for nursing students? *
Are you a veteran? Do you have family in the military? (ex: Parents, Siblings, or Grandparents) *
List any extra-curricular activities you have been involved in. (ex: sports, clubs, FFA, etc.) and the number of years involved in each activity. *
List any community service activities you have been involved in. *
List any awards and honors that you have received during your nursing career. *
Briefly describe your plans on making nursing a lifelong commitment. *
If you have any further comments, please enter them here.

* I certify that the information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I fail to maintain the scholarship requirements each semester or do not complete a semester on scholarship, I am obligated to reimburse the fund for that semester's scholarship and forfeit any remaining scholarship funds awarded to me.

ATTACHMENTS
Current Copy of PA Nursing License *

Letter of Recommendation *

Letter of Recommendation *



The Melone Lighthouse Nurse Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, color, national origin, race and/or disability in the administration of its scholarships.