BJC Full-Ride Scholars Program

The BJC Full-Ride Scholars Program provides 100% coverage of qualifying tuition and fees for incoming undergraduate students at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing–plus the opportunity to launch your career at BJC HealthCare.

Here’s how it works:

1. Applicants in the Upper Division or Accelerated BSN programs* at Goldfarb will be considered for the program based on qualifying factors including merit or financial need
2. Upon acceptance to the Goldfarb School of Nursing, qualifying students will be invited by email to apply for the BJC Full-Ride Scholars program
3. Award recipients enroll in courses each term, graduate from Goldfarb, pass the NCLEX, and make a three-year work commitment to BJC HealthCare (repayment is required if the commitment is not honored)

For a detailed guide on the program, please download the BJC Full-Ride Scholars Program user guide.

Still have questions about the BJC Full-Ride Scholars Program? Schedule a meeting or phone call with a financial aid advisor to see how we can help.

Access to a top-tier nursing education:

• Innovative teaching models where you’ll learn the science and skills of nursing
• The chance to apply your knowledge in state-of-the-art simulation labs with virtual reality

Comprehensive career preparation: 

• Clinical rotations at some of the nation’s top hospitals
• Help with placement from BJC’s team of career placement experts
• A fully supported launch to your career if all commitment guidelines are met

A culture of support:

• Individual academic support and resources
• Student academic achievement coordinators
• Peer tutors and supplemental instruction
• Writing services
• Mental health screenings and appointments
• Group sessions for academic support and orientation
• Community activities
• Student clubs

• 14 hospitals across the region, ranging from urban and academic to rural and suburban
• Five hospitals with Magnet® designation
• Nationally recognized Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Siteman Cancer Center
• A partnership with WashU Medicine, which offers a clinical environment with access to the latest research, innovations, and technology
• A comprehensive and competitive benefits program that includes a dedicated focus on the health and well-being of employees and their family members

Find out more about BJC HealthCare here.

Still have questions about the BJC Full-Ride Scholars Program? Schedule a meeting or phone call with a financial aid advisor to see how we can help.

* The BJC Full-Ride Scholars Program is not currently available for the Weekend-Evening BSN option.

*International students are not eligible for the BJC Full Ride Scholars Program.