Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program (VNSP)

Application Cycle: OPEN

The 2026-27 application cycle opened on September 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Applications must be submitted by 3:00 p.m., October 2, 2026. Review the 2026-27 Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program (VNSP) Grant Guide for program guidance and requirements.

The Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program (VNSP) increases the number of appropriately trained nurses providing direct patient care in a qualified facility in California.  

Application Dates

  • Open September 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
  • Close October 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

Resources

Contact Us

Email:  VNSP@hcai.ca.gov

Phone: (916) 326-3700

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