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Financial Aid & Scholarships

From the caliber of our faculty and facilities to the impressive career outcomes of our alumni, it’s clear that a degree from the University of Rochester School of Nursing is an exceptional investment in your future.

Cost of attendance

View a breakdown of tuition and fees for University of Rochester School of Nursing programs.

Tuition & fees

Financial aid options

We’re committed to helping students meet their financial needs. We do this through a variety of financial aid, scholarship, and grant options.

Scholarships & grants

Finger Lakes Regional Scholarship

50% scholarship for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program or RN to BS program for students who live or work in the Finger Lakes region.

Affiliate Professional Development Grant

55% percent in tuition support for select programs for employees at URochester Medicine affiliate organizations.

SON Tuition Grant

A grant that, combined with University of Rochester tuition benefits, covers 100% tuition for University employees in the RN to BS or select master's programs.

Saunders Family Nursing Scholarship

Full tuition support for eligible URochester Medicine Noyes Health employees pursuing RN to BS, master's, advanced certificate, and DNP programs.

Financing the Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing (ABSN) programs

Loans, scholarships, & aid options

Learn more about options to finance your second bachelor's degree in nursing for the University of Rochester's Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing (ABSN) programs.

UR Nursing Scholars Program

Earn 100% tuition coverage for the 12-Month ABSN program with a three-year work commitment at select University of Rochester Medicine hospitals.

UR Career Pathways Program

Eligible University employees can pursue the 24-Month ABSN program while continuing to work at the University. Discover how advance tuition payment, paid release time, and individualized career coaching can help you become an RN.

Federal loans & other types of aid

Questions?

Contact the Financial Aid Office to learn about qualifying for a variety of scholarships and grants associated with specific nursing programs or the financial aid process. Schedule an appointment with the School of Nursing's financial aid counselor with questions.

Contact Financial Aid