Carol and John Lilyquist Registered Nursing Scholarship Fund Grant

Carol and John Lilyquist Registered Nursing Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Amount: US $4,000 - US $6,000
Last Updated: December 03, 2025

Summary

The Carol and John Lilyquist Registered Nursing Scholarship Fund supports second-year nursing students at select colleges, providing $4,000 to $6,000 to help cover tuition costs. Established by Carol and John Lilyquist, both of whom have strong ties to the nursing profession and local education, this fund aims to ease financial burdens for students pursuing registered nursing licensure, ensuring they can focus on their studies and future careers.

Overview

Carol and John Lilyquist Registered Nursing Scholarship Fund The Carol and John Lilyquist Registered Nursing Scholarship Fund covers a second year of tuition for a student enrolled in a non-baccalaureate degree nursing program leading to licensing as a registered nurse. Carol Lilyquist graduated in 1965 from the St. Luke’s School of Nursing, a non-baccalaureate program, and began a long career as a nurse. Her husband graduated from UMD in 1964 and earned his MBA in 1979. They created the fund from their retirement savings to help deserving nursing students prepare for productive, rewarding careers. Award Range $4,000- $6,000 for second year of nursing program.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in the first year of a two-year nursing program at Lake Superior College, Northwood Technical College (Superior campus), or Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 2.5 and demonstrate financial need as indicated by FAFSA.