YSN Financial Aid

Financial Aid Overview

Understanding your financial options

YSN offers both merit-based and need-based scholarship funding, along with federal and private loan options. If you're not sure where to start, request information or schedule a conversation with Financial Aid.

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Ways to fund your education

Financing a Yale Nursing degree typically involves multiple sources. Below is an overview of the primary categories of support available to prospective students.

Scholarships

Merit- and need-based awards from YSN granted at admission — no repayment required. Award amounts vary based on academic achievement, financial need, and program of study.

Loan Programs

For U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Direct Unsubsidized Loans and private loans with competitive rates; international students can use the Yale Grad & Professional Loan up to the cost of attendance.

External Funding

NHSC, Nurse Corps, military benefits, and other third-party scholarships and grants may be available to eligible students. YSN's financial aid team can help you identify and apply.

Scholarships

Merit-based program scholarships

To help make this education possible for future leaders, YSN offers program scholarships to many outstanding applicants who demonstrate strong academic achievement and leadership potential. Merit-based scholarship aid is awarded through the admissions process. All incoming students — domestic and international — are considered through a holistic review process. There is no separate scholarship application required for YSN scholarships.

Need-based program scholarships

In addition to merit-based funding, YSN also awards scholarships to those who demonstrate financial need. U.S. citizens and permanent residents must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in a timely way to be considered. International applicants may be considered for need-based funding by submitting a YSN financial aid form. Applicants will receive more information by email about required forms and submission timing.

Student loan programs

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan

The Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan helps cover a student's expenses without requiring a demonstration of financial need. Students can borrow up to $20,500 per year. Interest accrues while enrolled and is added to the principal. To apply, complete the FAFSA. For current interest rates and the origination fee, visit studentaid.gov.

Alternative / private student loans

Yale continues to explore multiple financing options comparable to or better than the former Grad PLUS Loan, which was discontinued for new students as of July 2026. Students have several alternative loan options with competitive terms, and some with no origination fees. Students interested in exploring private loan options are advised to review the options available at ELM Select.

Other sources of aid

National Health Service Corps

The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) addresses shortages of health professionals in underserved communities across the U.S. Eligible nursing students may qualify for scholarships and loan repayment programs in exchange for a service commitment in designated Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). Learn more about the NHSC →

External scholarships

Prospective YSN students are encouraged to explore external sources of funding and scholarship search tools. A good place to start is the scholarship database maintained by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). YSN does not endorse any specific scholarship program listed there. AACN scholarship database →

Military benefits

The YSN financial aid office assists enrolled veterans in navigating benefit certification throughout their time at Yale. YSN accepts applicants eligible for all chapters of VA education benefits, including Post-9/11 GI Bill® and Vocational Rehabilitation, and participates in programs such as the Yellow Ribbon Program. YSN is proud to help make a Yale Nursing education accessible to veterans. Military benefits at YSN →

Make an appointment

Our Financial Aid Specialist Nicole Marquis is a great resource for detailed information on financial aid opportunities and programs. She can help with federal loans and the FAFSA, speak about the Yale Graduate and Professional International Loan, and share guidance on external scholarships like NHSC and Nurse Corps.

Want to learn more? Use the link below to schedule a meeting with Financial Aid.

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Additional resources

Use these quick links to access in-depth information on tuition, billing, financial aid policies, and key processes.

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