October 15, 2026

Marcella Linehan Scholarship

Direct application

$2,000
1 winner

Eligibility

Field of study
Nursing
Level of study
Graduate

About this scholarship

Open to registered nurses or nurse practitioners in Newfoundland and Labrador enrolled full-time or part-time in a Master of Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing program at a recognized university. Full-time recipients receive $2,000; part-time recipients receive $1,000. Applicants need a minimum 70% program average, good standing with the NL College of Nurses, Trust membership, and a completed graduate nursing application with supporting documents by October 15. Preference goes to General Hospital School of Nursing (St. John's) alumni and to applicants who have completed at least one year of the graduate program.

The award honours Marcella Linehan's nursing leadership in the province and was established through a donation from the estate of George Adams.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Completed graduate nursing application with supporting documents.
  • Preference is given to General Hospital School of Nursing (St. John's) alumni and applicants who have completed at least one year of the graduate program.