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Gift of Education Scholarship

This holiday season, give yourself the gift of education.

Unwrap up to $6,000 Toward Your Degree at NU

This holiday season, give yourself a gift with lasting value. National University’s Gift of Education Scholarship can help put a bachelor’s or master’s degree within reach and open new possibilities for your future.

About the Scholarship

The Gift of Education Scholarship offers up to $6,000 annually toward tuition at National University. With 150+ academic programs, flexible online learning options, and personalized support services including free tutoring, NU makes it easier to fit earning a degree into your life.

Gift of Education Scholarship:

  • Get up to $6,000 annually toward a degree at National University
  • Available for eligible bachelor’s and master’s degree programs

How It Works

To be considered, applicants must:

  • Pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree at National University
  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before applying for the scholarship
  • Demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA and Gift of Education Scholarship application
  • Submit the Gift of Education Scholarship application by December 31, 2026
  • Complete the National University admissions application by January 25, 2027, and meet all admissions requirements in time to begin the program
  • Start classes by February 16, 2027
  • Meet applicable financial eligibility requirements

Apply Now

To begin the application process, click here. Eligible applicants will be considered based on financial need, application responses, financial eligibility, and academic history.

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Steps to Follow
  1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
  2. Apply for the Gift of Education Scholarship by December 31, 2026.
  3. Complete your National University admissions application by January 25, 2027, and start class by February 16, 2027.

“I appreciate my support system and am grateful to NU for providing me with the opportunity to reach this significant milestone.”

– Krystal B., Class of 2024


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