Northwestern Memorial Foundation is dedicated to supporting the educational interests and goals of individuals who are pursuing, or who plan to pursue, careers in health care.

A variety of scholarship programs offer valuable opportunities for education and mentorship to encourage growth and exploration for people interested in health care. Whether an applicant is a high school student, an employee in the early stage of their career or an experienced clinician, the objective of these programs is to help build the next generation of leaders.
2023 Northwest Hospitals of Northwestern Medicine Nursing Scholarship Program
Thank you for your interest in the Northwest Hospitals of Northwestern Medicine Nursing Scholarships. We are pleased to offer the following scholarship opportunities.
- Audrey Ballard Nursing Scholarship (two scholarships)
- Janet Smith Nursing Scholarship (two scholarships)
- Jackie Sund Scholarship (one scholarship)
To learn more about these scholarships, eligibility to apply, and how to submit your application, please review the scholarship packet.
Marianjoy Scholarship Program for Students With Disabilities, from Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Northwestern Medicine
Since its inception in 1994, the Marianjoy Scholarship Program has awarded more than $1,000,000 in scholarships. Each year, Marianjoy proudly awards scholarships to students with disabilities to help them to further their education, pursue opportunities for growth, explore new possibilities and achieve their dreams. Scholarship recipients are selected without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age or national origin, and have a permanent physical disability or functional impairment.
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need, academic merit and career goals.