Eligibility Requirements and Application Schedule
Our program attracts, educates, and retains exceptional healthcare talent to serve the South Florida community. Program participants will be trained in the Baptist Health Way with a focus on quality, inclusion, compassion, and collaboration.
Eligibility Prerequisites
- Florida resident eligible for in-state tuition
- Acceptance letter from a Nursing program of a Baptist Health partner school
- Eligible to work in the United States and eligible to work at Baptist Health. Note, current Baptist Health employees not in good standing, or former Baptist Health employees who are ineligible for rehire are ineligible to participate in the Nurse Scholars Program.
- Competitive GPA
- Active RN license (for RN-to-BSN program only)
- Must not have started nursing program
Application Requirements
Once you have completed all of the prerequisites, you may download an application for the Baptist Health Nurse Scholars Program. A complete application includes the following:
- Completed and signed application forms.
- A letter of full acceptance from your nursing program.
- Most recent, official transcripts. Must be unopened.
- Professional resume
Acceptance and admission to the program is contingent on submission of all requested materials and meeting all eligibility requirements as determined by the program.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Application Timeline
- Where do applicants go to apply?
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When are applications accepted?
Fall: April - June
Spring: October - November -
When are candidate interviews? Fall: June - August
Spring: October - December -
When are candidates matched/notified of acceptance?
Fall: August
Spring: December -
When does the program start? Fall: August
Spring: January
Internal (Currently Employed at Baptist Health)
Visit Application WebsiteExternal (Not a current Baptist Health Employee)
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