Scholarships
Each location provides unique opportunities for financial assistance tailored to the needs of its current and new students. Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) is committed to supporting students in achieving their educational goals by offering a range of scholarships to help offset the cost of tuition and fees. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, support financial need, and encourage professional growth across a variety of disciplines. Whether you are beginning your journey at PHSU or continuing your studies, these scholarship opportunities help reduce financial barriers, allowing students to focus on achieving their educational and career goals.
Below you can explore all institutional and external scholarship opportunities or select a category to be taken to the applicable scholarships.
- Puerto Rico Campuses Institutional Scholarships
- St. Louis Campus Institutional Scholarships
- Tortola, BVI International Location Institutional Scholarships
- Online and Remote Program Institutional Scholarships
- Medical and Health Related External Scholarships
- Minority- Heritage Based External Scholarships
- Special Interest External Scholarships
- Location Based External Scholarships
Puerto Rico–Campuses Scholarships
PHSU’s Puerto Rico Main Campus offers dedicated scholarship opportunities to support students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. With a focus on empowering future nursing professionals, these scholarships provide meaningful financial assistance, enabling students to concentrate on their studies and career goals. PHSU is committed to fostering the success of BSN students and encouraging their contributions to the healthcare field in Puerto Rico.
Institutional Scholarships for New Students
BSN Financial Opportunity Scholarship
This scholarship is available to new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students with a high school GPA of 3.40 or higher who demonstrate financial need based on the FAFSA. Recipients may receive up to 20% off tuition and fees per quarter. Eligibility is determined by the Admissions Office and validated by the Financial Aid Office. Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) to continue receiving this scholarship. For more details, contact the Admissions Office.
ASSUR Foundation Scholarship Program
In partnership with PHSU, this scholarship is available to first-year BSN students enrolled in at least 12 semester credits with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Applicants must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA and submit a statement of intent to practice nursing in Puerto Rico upon graduation. Recipients must maintain a 3.00 GPA and demonstrate continued financial need to remain eligible. ASSUR offers full-tuition scholarships to three BSN students annually. For more details, contact the Admissions Office.
New Public Health Student Opportunity Scholarship
Available to the first 38 enrollees in the International Master of Public Health Online program, this scholarship covers up to 20% of tuition and fees per quarter. Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible.
Top Educational Option Relocation Scholarship
This scholarship provides up to $1,500 to assist with relocation expenses for up to 20 new non-resident students who enroll early and meet all admissions requirements. Awards are based on fund availability. The Admissions Office will identify the eligible candidates to receive the award, no application necessary.
Deans Achievement Award
Offered to three new students with a GPA of 3.40 or higher, this award provides up to $3,000. Financial need, as determined by the FAFSA, is also considered. Students must apply to be considered for the scholarship.
St. Louis–Branch Campus Scholarships
PHSU’s St. Louis offers dedicated scholarship opportunities to support students pursuing the new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. By investing in future nurses, PHSU reaffirms its dedication to student achievement and to strengthening tthe healthcare workforce.
Institutional Scholarships for New Students
BSN Inaugural Cohort Scholarship
Students accepted in the inaugural cohort of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the St. Louis campus beginning in February 2026 may be eligible to receive a scholarship award of up to $5,000.
To qualify, students must enroll full-time in the February 2026 BSN cohort at the St. Louis campus. Continued eligibility is contingent upon maintaining continuous full-time enrollment and meeting satisfactory academic progress standards as defined by university policy.
No separate application is required. All accepted students in the inaugural cohort will be automatically considered and awarded the scholarship, subject to the outlined terms.
Scholarship funds will be applied directly to tuition and mandatory institutional fees. They are not redeemable for cash, may not be used for non-institutional expenses, and cannot be transferred or deferred.
This offer is valid only for students beginning the BSN program in February 2026 and may not be applied to other start terms or campus locations.
The university reserves the right to amend or discontinue this scholarship at any time, provided such changes do not affect awards already granted to eligible students.
- Total Award Amount: Up to $5,000 per student
- Distribution:
- $1,000 applied during the first year of enrollment
- $2,000 applied during the second year of enrollment
- $2,000 applied during the final year of the program
Top Educational Option Relocation Scholarship
This scholarship provides up to $1,500 to assist with relocation expenses for up to 20 new non-resident students who enroll early and meet all admissions requirements. Awards are based on fund availability. The Admissions Office will identify the eligible candidates to receive the award, no application necessary.
Deans Achievement Award
Offered to three new students with a GPA of 3.40 or higher, this award provides up to $3,000. Financial need, as determined by the FAFSA, is also considered. Students must apply to be considered for the scholarship.
Tortola, BVI–International Location Scholarships
PHSU Tortola is dedicated to providing meaningful financial support through a variety of scholarship opportunities tailored to assist students pursuing medical education. These scholarships are designed to ease the financial burden of tuition and fees, encouraging both local and international students to achieve their educational goals.
Seasonal Scholarships
Early Enrollment Scholarship
Up to 20 new students who enroll before December 31, 2025, can receive up to $10,000. Scholarships are awarded based on a completed enrollment agreement and seat reservation deposit, subject to meeting admissions criteria and funding availability.
The Enrollment Agreement and the seat reservation deposit fee must have been completed on or before December 31, 2025.
No application required. Students will be identified by the admissions department based on the completion of the enrollment agreement and deposit fee available in the admissions file.
Institutional Scholarships
British Virgin Islands Resident Full Tuition Scholarship
Two full-tuition scholarships are awarded to British Virgin Islands citizens. Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress to retain eligibility.
- Students must present evidence of permanent residence in the BVI every academic year to maintain eligibility for the scholarship. Permanent residence must be evidenced by presenting the last two years of tax forms and/or a driver’s license with at least two years since its expedition.
- Students must comply with the Academic Satisfactory Progress of the program found in the Academic Catalog. Students who fail courses and enter a probation status will lose eligibility for the scholarship. Interruptions to the scholarship due to failure to comply with SAP will result in permanent ineligibility.
No application needed. The admissions office will determine eligibility based on the information provided in the admissions application process. The scholarship will be applied on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Scholarship will cover the full cost of tuition and fees.
- Four-year scholarship dependent on Satisfactory Academic Progress
Puerto Rico, Missouri/Illinois, and British Virgin Islands Resident Scholarship
The first 15 students from Puerto Rico, Missouri, Illinois, or the British Virgin Islands who enroll in the MD Program receive up to 20% off tuition and fees per semester. A student is considered enrolled once the Enrollment Agreement has been signed and the deposit to reserve a seat has been paid. The scholarship will be applied on a first-come, first-served basis based on the eligibility requirements and the order in which students complete the requirements to be considered enrolled.
- Students must present evidence of permanent residence in Puerto Rico, Missouri, or the Caribbean for at least two years before the start date to qualify as a resident. Tax forms or a driver’s license with two years or more in the issued date are required as evidence to certify eligibility for the scholarship.
- Students must comply with the Academic Satisfactory Progress of the program. Students who failed courses and enter a probation status will lose eligibility for the scholarship. Interruptions to the scholarship due to failure to comply with SAP will result in permanent ineligibility.
- No application needed. Students will be identified as potential recipients by the admissions department and invited to present evidence for eligibility based on the information provided in the admissions application process
- The scholarship is a maximum of $12,000 per year for a total of 4 years, dependent on Satisfactory Academic Progress.
- This scholarship can be combined with the Early Enrollment Scholarship and the Tiber Health Alumni Scholarship, as long as the applicant complies with the requirements.
- In the case of a combination of scholarships, the resident scholarship will be applied last and based on the remaining balance after the application of any additional scholarship.
Tiber Health Alumni Scholarship
Graduates of the MSMS program at PHSU or Tiber Health's partner schools admitted into the MD Program at PHSU-BVI receive up to 20% off tuition per semester. This scholarship recognizes the effort of those MSMS Alumni who successfully completed their master's degree at PHSU or one its partner institutions and were accepted in the BVI Doctor in Medicine Program.
- Being an alumnus from the MSMS program at PHSU or Tiber Health Partner Schools.
- Graduated from the MSMS three years or less before the start date of the MD Program in PHSU-BVI.
- Recipients must comply with the Academic Satisfactory Progress of the program. Students who failed courses and enter a probation status will lose eligibility for the scholarship. Interruptions to the scholarship due to failure to comply with SAP will result in permanent ineligibility.
- No application required. Students will be identified as recipients by the admissions department based on the information provided in the admissions application process.
- The scholarship is a maximum of $10,000 per year for a total of 4 years for resident students and $12,000 for non-residents, dependent on Satisfactory Academic Progress. The scholarship will be applied in equal sums on a semester basis.
- This scholarship can be combined with the Early Enrollment Scholarship or the Puerto Rico, Missouri, and Caribbean Resident Scholarship, as long as the applicant complies with the requirements.
Need-Based Scholarship
PHSU-BVI offers need-based scholarships to assist students who demonstrate financial need beyond their current resources. This scholarship aims to support students who have partially met their cost of attendance (COA) through personal or external funding but still face financial challenges.
- Financial Need Verification:
- The need-based assessment is done after all other forms of scholarships, grants, and funding have been applied.
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need by providing documentation of their current financial resources and expenses related to their education.
- Examples include partial approval of the COA by financial institutions like Sallie Mae, evidence of personal funds insufficient to cover all educational and living expenses, or similar financial challenges.
- External Financial Resource Application:
- Applicants must have applied for external financial resources, such as loans, scholarships, or sponsorships, to cover their educational costs, before applying for the scholarship.
- Documentation of applications and outcomes (partial approval, insufficient funds, etc.) must be submitted along with the scholarship application.
- Non-Resident Status and Private Funds:
- Preference may be given to non-resident students who rely solely on private funds to finance their education and living expenses.
- Academic Performance:
- Applicants must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by the MD program's academic policies.
- The student must submit the application, including supporting documents:
- Completed scholarship application form.
- Financial documentation showing current resources and expenses.
- Copies of external financial aid application outcomes.
- Essay or Statement:
- A personal statement outlining the applicant's financial situation, challenges faced, and how the scholarship would impact their ability to pursue medical education.
- Review and Decision:
- The Financial Services Director will review applications based on financial need, compliance with external resource applications, and academic merit.
- Finalists may be invited for an interview or additional documentation as required.
- The scholarship amount will vary based on individual financial need and available funds.
- Recipients may be eligible for renewal based on continued financial need and academic performance. Renewal will be yearly.
Last revisions for available scholarships and eligibility requirements were performed in April 2025.
Scholarships for Online and Remote Programs
MSMS Financial Opportunity Scholarship
Available to all new students enrolled in the Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) Online or Remote modalities, this scholarship covers up to 20% of tuition per semester. Maintaining satisfactory academic progress is required for continued eligibility. Students must submit this application to be considered for this scholarship.
New Public Health Student Opportunity Scholarship
Available to the first 38 enrollees in the International Master of Public Health Online program, this scholarship covers up to 20% of tuition and fees per quarter. Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible.
External Scholarships
PHSU encourages students to explore a variety of external scholarships to help finance their education. Below is a comprehensive list of opportunities available from trusted organizations and sources.
Medical and Health-Related Scholarships
AMA Foundation
Scholarship opportunities specifically for medical students.
National Health Service Corps
Provides financial support to qualified health professionals serving in need-based communities.
Minority and Heritage-Based Scholarships
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Competitive scholarships designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage
Minority Scholarships
Scholarships.com offers a rolling list of scholarships for students from minority backgrounds.
Black Nurses Scholarship
The St. Louis Children’s Hospital Black Nurses Scholarship represents one of the many ways we are committed to providing the best care for kids – by recruiting and retaining a talented, culturally competent workforce that is fully inclusive of the populations we serve.
General Scholarships and Resources
Sallie Mae
A compilation of scholarships from various organizations, often merit-based
Fast Web
A platform that helps students discover unique scholarships in one convenient place
Special Interest Scholarships
Baron & Budd Scholarship
Awards $2,500 for essays and videos on specific topics
Scholarships for Student Caregivers
Financial aid designed for students who are also caring for a family member
American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Discover financial aid opportunities for nursing students at AACN.
Nurse Corps Scholarship Program
If accepted, we pay your tuition, fees, and other educational costs, along with a monthly stipend. In return, after you graduate, you work at an eligible health care facility with a critical shortage of nurses.
National Black Nurses Association
NBNA offers scholarships to student nurses at all levels. These scholarships start at $1,000.
TYLENOL® Future Care Scholarship
Each year the makers of TYLENOL® award annual scholarships to well deserving students pursuing careers in healthcare. 30+ years later, we’re proud to continue a tradition that supports those dedicated to a lifetime of caring for others.
Location-Based Scholarships
Friends of Saint Louis Municipal School of Nursing Scholarship
The Friends of Saint Louis Municipal School of Nursing Scholarship is open to academically qualified undergraduate students accepted to accredited nursing programs located in the City of St. Louis who have demonstrated unmet financial need.
Deaconess Foundation Nursing Scholarship
The Deaconess Foundation Nursing Scholarship will provide grants of up to $15,000 to students pursuing a nursing degree. These grants are renewable through completion of a bachelor’s degree or up to ten semesters. The Deaconess Foundation provides the funding for this scholarship, which is administered jointly by The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis and The St. Louis American Foundation.
Illinois Nursing Education Scholarship (NES) Program
An NES award will pay a portion of tuition and fee charges, plus – for full-time students only – a living allowance (previously referred to as a stipend). The scholarship pays for coursework within the nursing curriculum.
Illinois Nurses Foundation
One of the primary functions of the Illinois Nurses Foundation is to provide scholarships to students that have decided to major in nursing or to nurses who are looking to continue their education.
St. Louis Metro Region Scholarships
My Scholarship Central features scholarships from community providers, including Andrew Vidal Scholarship Fund, Avis Renee Riddle Memorial Foundation, Bolivian Society of St. Louis, MOACAC, Journey to College, MASFAP, Missouri Chamber of Commerce, OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates, Venezuelan Association in Missouri, and the Women Legislators of Missouri. Click the “Apply Now on My Scholarship Central” button, complete the general application and see a list of scholarships you may qualify for.
The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
The Scholarship Foundation provides access to postsecondary education to members of our community who otherwise would not have the financial means to fulfill their educational goals.
Study Portals
Scholarships for students interested in studying in the British Virgin Islands
British Virgin Islands Government
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports offers scholarships for the 2024/2025 academic year.
International Student Scholarships
A resource database for scholarships tailored to international students
Have questions about scholarships?
Start by contacting the office of admissions. Your Admissions Officer will guide you through the process.
Puerto Rico Campuses
Phone Numbers |787-840-2575
St. Louis Campus
Phone Numbers |314-499-6540
Tortol, BVI Location
Phone Numbers | 844-747-8821