KENNETH AND CARRIE CARNS NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
About this scholarship
This scholarship was established to support nursing students in the State of Wyoming.
Who is eligible?
Any high school graduate or GED recipient, or current enrollee in postsecondary institution, who is a resident of Wyoming.
What is the amount of the scholarship?
$3,000 for study towards an Associate’s degree.
$5,000 for study towards a Bachelor’s degree.
What is the length of the scholarship?
1 year
Scholarship recipients may then re-apply for an additional 3 years. Scholarship recipients are responsible for knowing which opportunities allow for re-application; they will not be notified about this specifically.
Essay questions and additional materials:
Essay answers should be between 2,000 and 3,000 characters. Aim for a response that is no fewer than 400 words long.
- Please describe any barriers (financial, educational, or otherwise) you may have in pursuing your career in nursing.
- Why are you pursuing a career in nursing? Is there a specialized field of nursing (pediatric, orthopedic, etc.) that you are interested in?
Mission: Connecting people who care with causes that matter to build a better Wyoming.
WYCF Headquarters
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00-5:00
Address: 1472 N. 5th Street, Suite 201
Laramie, WY 82072
Email: wcf@wycf.org
Phone: 307-721-8300
Family of Funds
