The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) provides grants for Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN®) Certification and Recertification to AMSN members through the Scholarships & Awards program. Each grant is awarded semi-annually and covers the full cost of application at the member rate.
If you are a member of AMSN, take advantage of your member benefits and apply for one of the grants!
CMSRN Certification Grant
Have your CMSRN certification exam fee covered by AMSN! The Certification Grant is awarded to twelve members of AMSN annually, six in the spring and six in the fall. The grant awards the equivalent to the application fee for members.
CMSRN Recertification Grant
Have your CMSRN recertification fee covered by AMSN! The Recertification Grant is awarded to twelve members of AMSN annually, six in the spring and six in the fall. The grant awards the equivalent to the application fee for members.
Deadlines for both Grants
Spring: Application opens March 1, and closes April 30
Fall: Application opens September 1, and closes October 31
We encourage you to apply for an AMSN grant/scholarship, or any other grants for which you might be eligible to help you attain or maintain your certification.