The Joanne and William Conway Nursing Scholarship

A way forward for nurses and nursing

The Joanne and William Conway Nursing Scholarship opens doors for future nurses and reinforces our mission to advance healthcare for all by strengthening the nursing workforce with highly trained, passionate Carolina Nursing graduates. The transformational investment in our people and programs eases the financial burden of a nursing degree for Conway Scholars, enabling them to pursue their passions for patient care and enter a workforce eager for their skills and service.

How To Apply

All Carolina Nursing undergraduate students with demonstrated need are eligible – all you need to do is complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The selection of Joanne and William Conway Nursing Scholars is a thoughtful annual process that involves the University’s Office of Scholarship and Student Aid and School of Nursing’s Office of Student Affairs. Awards decisions are made before the beginning of the fall semester.

“I am incredibly grateful for this scholarship and the generosity of the Conways. Being able to go after my dream of becoming a nurse with less of a financial burden is an amazing feeling. I am going to use the funding to make the most of my time here at Carolina Nursing, both inside the classroom and in the clinical setting with my patients.”

Zoe Clark, BSN 2025

Advance, NC

“I truly appreciate the fact that I can be a part of something bigger than myself. It makes me feel seen and as if my hard work is not going unnoticed. This scholarship is pushing me to be the best student that I can be so that I can play my part in changing the world, one patient at a time.”

Binta Diallo, BSN 2025

Silver Spring, MD

“I cannot find words to express the extent of my gratitude for this generous scholarship. This scholarship has helped to alleviate the burden that the cost of higher education places on myself and many other students. Because of this scholarship, I will be able to more wholeheartedly engage in both my studies and the pursuit of making positive change in the world of healthcare.”

Kathlyn Mauck, BSN 2025

Mount Airy, NC