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Walden Grants and Scholarships

Your Goals, Within Reach. Dreaming of a brighter future? Walden offers grants and scholarships that can help lower your tuition costs and make your goals more attainable, for those who apply and qualify.

 

BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP®

WALDEN GRANTS

FEDERAL AND STATE GRANTS

BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP® 

Progress-Based Savings to Motivate You 

One way we’re supporting our students is Walden’s Believe & Achieve Scholarship®

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Stay Inspired. Stay on Track. Save Money.

Available in select Walden master’s and bachelor’s programs and our Tempo Learning® format, this unique scholarship rewards your progress with special tuition savings.

BACHELOR’S
One tuition-free course for every three completed

Receive one tuition-free course for every three paid courses you complete in select course-based bachelor’s programs.*

MASTER’S
Tuition-free final courses

Receive your final courses tuition-free in select course-based master’s programs, based on your specialization.

DOCTORAL
Tuition-free final course

Receive your final course tuition-free in your DNP program.

TEMPO LEARNING®
Tuition-free subscription period

Receive one tuition-free subscription period when you complete four paid subscription periods in any Walden program in the Tempo Learning® format.

Walden University Grants and Scholarships

Uncover savings by exploring our database of grants and scholarships available to Walden students who apply and qualify.

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing - NEW
Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive the last 2 courses, up to ten credits, at the end of the program tuition-free. 

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Tempo Learning®
Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Tempo Learning® - NEW
Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Believe and Achieve Scholarship®: For every four subscription periods paid for and completed, earn the next subscription period tuition-free.

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Believe & Achieve - BSW - NEW
Bachelor of Social Work

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Undergraduate - NEW
BS in Business Administration

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Tempo Learning®
Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Tempo Learning® - NEW
BS in Business Administration

Believe and Achieve Scholarship®: For every four subscription periods paid for and completed, earn the next subscription period tuition-free.

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Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Undergraduate - NEW
BS in Communication

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Undergraduate - NEW
BS in Criminal Justice

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Tempo Learning®
Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Tempo Learning® - NEW
BS in Criminal Justice

Believe and Achieve Scholarship®: For every four subscription periods paid for and completed, earn the next subscription period tuition-free.

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Tempo Learning®
Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Tempo Learning® - NEW
BS in Early Childhood Studies - Tempo Competency-Based Learning

Believe and Achieve Scholarship®: For every four subscription periods paid for and completed, earn the next subscription period tuition-free.

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BS in Elementary Education - NEW
BS in Elementary Education

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Undergraduate - NEW
BS in Healthcare Management

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Tempo Learning®
Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Tempo Learning® - NEW
BS in Healthcare Management

Believe and Achieve Scholarship®: For every four subscription periods paid for and completed, earn the next subscription period tuition-free.

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Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Undergraduate - NEW
BS in Human Services

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Believe & Achieve Scholarship® - Undergraduate - NEW
BS in Psychology

Believe & Achieve Scholarship®: Receive a $3,150 tuition grant at the beginning of the program. Earn one tuition-free course for every three 5-credit courses completed and passed at Walden University. Receive one tuition-free credit when you start your program.

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Explore additional tuition-saving options for our online programs

Graduation Award
Alumni Offers
Walden Family Savings
Military Savings
First Responders
Field Site Supervisors

Graduation Award

Receive a $1,500 Graduation Award

Discover how Walden supports you with innovative savings throughout your undergraduate education.

Initial Eligibility

New or readmitted students who begin a Walden course-based bachelor’s program (excluding Tempo Learning® format and RN-BSN in both modality formats) on or after August 26, 2024, and in catalog term Spring Quarter 2021 / Spring Semester 2021 or after.

Continuing Eligibility

Students who have been withdrawn for less than 12 months are not eligible for the award. If you are on a Leave of Absence or step out for fewer than 12 months, you will remain eligible. Additionally, you may also remain eligible based on other university-level policies, such as military deployment. Students must be registered in their final term of enrollment to receive the award.

Selection Criteria

Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible degree program will be automatically awarded.

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This award may be combined with all other offers. 

Disclosure: The Graduation Award will be awarded when the student is in their last term of enrollment and will not be re-awarded in subsequent terms if the student does not graduate as planned. This is a one-time offer. Walden University may change the Graduation Award offered hereunder at any time, but such change will not affect the Graduation Award for students who are currently enrolled at Walden.

The Graduation Award will be sent in the form the student opted into as their preferred method of receiving credit balances. In the event of failure to cash the Graduation Award check, the funding will be rescinded. Walden University will not cancel a cash payment to a student without disclosure. The Graduation Award does not need to be applied to any tuition or program costs. In the event the Graduation Award is sent out to a student who owes a balance on their student account the student will still be responsible for paying all account balances. The Graduation Award will be reported to the IRS on box 3 of form 1099-MISC. The Graduation Award is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Graduation Award Frequently Asked Questions

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Alumni Offers

Save Up to 30% Toward Your Next Degree

Receive a tuition savings of up to a 30% for the life of the program when you start an eligible degree program. Contact one of our Enrollment Specialists to learn more.

Walden Alumni Savings
Save 25% on tuition if you are a Walden University alumni who has completed a degree program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who have a Walden degree.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This offer may be combined with 1 credit Foundations course tuition free and program fee waived (excluding other applicable fees) offer for MS CMHC, MS School Counseling and MS Counseling Dual Degree programs. Otherwise, this tuition reduction may not be combined with any other offers.

Disclosure: *Walden alumni who have completed a Walden degree program can save 25% on tuition over the lifetime of their program when they return for their next degree or certificate program. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Walden Alumni Doctoral Savings
Save 30% on tuition if you are a Walden University alumni who has completed a degree program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who have a Walden degree.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This offer may be combined with PhD Nursing's 1 credit Foundations course tuition free and program fee waived (excluding other applicable fees) offer. Otherwise, this tuition reduction may not be combined with any other offers.

Disclosure: *Walden alumni who have completed a Walden degree program can save 30% on tuition over the lifetime of their program when they return for their doctoral degree. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Walden Alumni Referral Savings
Save up to 15% on tuition when referred to Walden by a Walden Alumni.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who disclose an alumni referral prior to their start date.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This tuition reduction may not be combined with any other offer, unless specified in the other offer.

Disclosure: New students who are referred by Walden alumni can save receive a 15% tuition reduction when they enroll in a program not eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

ATGE Alumni Discount
Receive a 20% tuition discount for the life of the program when you start an eligible degree program.

  • Initial Eligibility: New students who are an Adtalem institution alumni who enroll in a non-overlapping program at a different Adtalem institution. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN), Master of Science in Nursing, Master's in Social Work, Master's in Public Health, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Tempo Learning format, and all Post-Master's Certificates except the Post-Masters Certificate in Pediatric Nursing Practitioner Primary Care are excluded from this discount.

    Students must be a graduate of an Adtalem institution (Chamberlain University, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Ross University School of Medicine, or Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine).

  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Walden University will review admission application materials and award the tuition discount to all eligible students.
  • Note: This tuition discount may not be combined with any other offers.

Disclosure: This savings is applicable to tuition only and does not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. The ATGE Alumni Offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time. This savings may not be combined with other offers.

Walden Alumni Referral Stackable Savings
Save up to 5% on tuition when referred to Walden by a Walden Alumni.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who disclose an alumni referral prior to their start date.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This tuition reductio may only be combined with a Believe & Achieve Scholarship.
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Walden Family Savings

Save up to 25% Toward Your Next Degree

Save up to 25% on tuition if you are the spouse, parent, or child of an enrolled Walden University student. Contact one of our Enrollment Specialists to learn more.

Walden Family Start Savings
Save up to 15% on tuition if you and a family member start a new Walden program on the same start date.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are family members (family members include spouse, parent, child or stepchild) who begin a Walden program on the same start date, on or after February 24, 2025.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: Family members who enroll in a program not eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship will receive a Walden Family Start Savings tuition reduction of 15% for the life of the current program. May not be combined with other offers.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. Family members do not need to enroll in the same program or degree level. This offer applies to two or more family members, with no limit on the number of family members that may participate. Applicable to Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, Certificates and Tempo-learning programs. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Walden Family Savings
Save 25% on tuition if you are the spouse, parent, or child of an enrolled Walden University student.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are the spouse, parent, or child of a Walden University student, who begin a Walden program.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This tuition reduction may not be combined with any other offers.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Walden Family Start Stackable Savings
Save up to 5% on tuition if you and a family member start a new Walden program on the same start date.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are family members (family members include spouse, parent, child or stepchild) who begin a Walden program on the same start date, on or after February 24, 2025.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: Family members who enroll in a program eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship will receive a Walden Family Start Savings tuition reduction of 5% for the life of the current program. May only be combined with a Believe & Achieve Scholarship.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied.The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. Family members do not need to enroll in the same program or degree level. This offer applies to two or more family members, with no limit on the number of family members that may participate. Applicable to Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, Certificates and Tempo-learning programs. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

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Military Savings

Military Tuition Reduction

Walden is honored to give back to our military personnel through this special tuition reduction. New students who are service members, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, or employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs are recognized in many programs with an exclusive additional 10% savings in addition to our Believe and Achieve Scholarship®. For programs not eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®, students are recognized with a 15% tuition savings for the life of their program.

Military Savings
Save up to 15% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are a service member, a veteran of the U.S. armed forces, or an employee of the Veteran's Administration or are a spouse of a service member, veteran or employee of the Veteran’s Administration.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This offer may not be combined with any other offer, unless specified in other offer.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Military Reduction 10% Stackable Savings
Save up to 10% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are a service member, a veteran of the U.S. armed forces, or an employee of the Veteran's Administration or are a spouse of a service member, veteran or employee of the Veteran’s Administration.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This percentage may only be combined with a Believe & Achieve Scholarship.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Military Reduction 15% Spouse
Save up to 15% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are a spouse of a service member, veteran or employee of the Veteran’s Administration.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This offer may not be combined with any other offer, unless specified in other offer.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Military Spouse Reduction of 10%, Stackable Savings
Save up to 10% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are a spouse of a service member, veteran or employee of the Veteran’s Administration.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This percentage may only be combined with a Believe & Achieve Scholarship.
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First Responders

Save up to 15% towards your next degree

Savings available for new students who are active-duty public law enforcement, government employees, first responders, or correctional officers.

Law Enforcement Active First Responders, Govt Employees & Correction Officer 15%
Save up to 15% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who reside in the U.S., are Active Duty or Retired Law Enforcement or Correction Officers, Active First Responders, or Current Government Employees who enroll in Walden’s MS in Forensic Psychology, PhD in Forensic Psychology, BS in Criminal Justice, MS in Criminal Justice (course-based and Tempo Learning), PhD in Criminal Justice, PhD in Criminal Justice (Fast Track), MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management, BS in Human Services, MS in Psychology, MS in Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology, MS in Developmental Psychology, MS in Human Services, Master of Public Administration (MPA), MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, PhD in I/O Psychology, PhD in Psychology, PhD in Developmental Psychology, PhD in Clinical Psychology, PsyD in Behavioral Health Leadership, Doctor of Public Administration (DPA), PhD in Public Policy and Administration, Doctor of Human Services, or PhD in Human Services program.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.

  • Note: This offer may not be combined with any other offer, unless specified in other offer.

    Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Law Enforcement Active First Responders, Govt Employees & Correction Officer 5% Stackable Saving
Save up to 5% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who reside in the U.S., are Active Duty or Retired Law Enforcement or Correction Officers, Active First Responders, or Current Government Employees who enroll in Walden’s MS in Forensic Psychology, PhD in Forensic Psychology, BS in Criminal Justice, MS in Criminal Justice (course-based and Tempo Learning), PhD in Criminal Justice, PhD in Criminal Justice (Fast Track), MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management, BS in Human Services, MS in Psychology, MS in Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology, MS in Developmental Psychology, MS in Human Services, Master of Public Administration (MPA), MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, PhD in I/O Psychology, PhD in Psychology, PhD in Developmental Psychology, PhD in Clinical Psychology, PsyD in Behavioral Health Leadership, Doctor of Public Administration (DPA), PhD in Public Policy and Administration, Doctor of Human Services, or PhD in Human Services program.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: This offer may only be combined with Walden's Believe & Achieve Scholarship.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

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Field Site Supervisors

Save up to 15% on tuition for the life of the program.

Eligible students receive a 15% tuition reduction when they enroll in a program not eligible for Walden’s Believe & Achieve Scholarship. This tuition reduction may not be combined with any other offer.

Field Site Supervisor Savings
Save up to 15% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are approved supervisors, preceptors, cooperating teachers, or principal mentors who instruct Walden student(s) during a clinical placement at a Walden-approved Field Site.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: Eligible students receive a 15% tuition reduction when they enroll in a program not eligible for Walden’s Believe & Achieve Scholarship.This tuition reduction may not be combined with any other offer.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

Field Site Supervisor Stackable Savings
Save up to 5% on tuition for the life of the program.
  • Initial Eligibility: New or readmitted students who are approved supervisors, preceptors, cooperating teachers, or principal mentors who instruct Walden student(s) during a clinical placement at a Walden-approved Field Site.
  • Continuing Eligibility: Students will remain eligible as long as they are enrolled in the eligible program and have not withdrawn for more than a year.
  • Selection Criteria: Eligible applicants accepted into an eligible program will be automatically awarded upon receipt of proof of eligibility.
  • Note: Eligible students receive a 5% tuition reduction combined with Walden’s Believe & Achieve Scholarship when they enroll in a program eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship. This tuition reduction may not be combined with any other offer.

Disclosure: Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. The tuition reduction (excluding program and other applicable fees) will be applied over the duration of the program. This offer is approved as an ongoing offer. Walden University reserves the right to change an offer at any time.

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WALDEN UNIVERSITY GRANTS

Making Higher Education Achievable

Grants, which do not have to be repaid, can help you reduce your Walden tuition costs. Discover available opportunities below.

Doctoral Programs

Grants up to $5,0001

Nursing Certificate Programs

Grants up to $2,0001

Education Specialist Programs 

Grants up to $2,0001

 

Disclosure: 1Student must be enrolled continuously (without break) to receive full grant. The tuition grant is a noncash award, and in no event will the recipient receive a check or other disbursement of money pursuant to this tuition grant. The tuition grant may only be used for credit-bearing courses within the recipient’s program; noncredit courses are not permitted under the tuition grant. Any unused portion due to a break in attendance will be forfeited. Walden may change the tuition grant or reduction offered hereunder at any time, but such change will not affect the tuition grant for students who are currently enrolled at Walden and using the existing tuition grant. All tuition reductions, grants, or scholarships are subject to specific eligibility requirements. Contact a Walden University Enrollment Specialist for details.

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Grants & Scholarships FAQ

How does the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® work?

Walden University scholarships include our innovative Believe & Achieve Scholarship®. With this opportunity, students receive tuition savings based on their individual program. Tuition savings are earned by students by completing courses, by reaching a certain point in their program, or by completing subscription periods.

For eligible undergraduate, master’s, and DNP Traditional and Executive Leadership programs, these savings are applied to the end of the program, following the add/drop period in the term after you’ve earned the credits. For NP specializations, savings are applied to clinical practicum courses. For programs in the Tempo Learning® format, savings are applied throughout the program.

Please refer to scholarship details listed under each program.

How does the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® help students?

The Believe & Achieve Scholarship® makes the cost of Walden’s eligible programs more manageable for students. It also helps drive student success by rewarding their progress.

What programs are eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®?

The Believe & Achieve Scholarship® applies to all undergraduate programs, most master’s programs (MBA Fast Track excluded), the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, and all programs offered in the Tempo Learning® format.

Who is eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®?

All new students (domestic and international) who enroll in an eligible program are eligible and remain eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® unless they withdraw or step out for 12 months or more. Additional eligibility details are available on the Grants & Scholarships page. Students on a leave of absence or who step out for fewer than 12 months will remain eligible. Students may also remain eligible based on other university-level policies, such as military deployment.

Students who were previously enrolled at Walden and return after 12 months or more will be eligible for the scholarship program as long it is in effect but will lose any previously earned tuition-free courses.

If a student steps out for 12 months or more, they will be eligible for the tuition savings available at their new start date.

If the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® is available at that time, any previously completed courses will not count toward the earning of future tuition-free savings. The student will begin to earn tuition-free savings upon their new start date.

Why aren’t current students eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®?

Walden regularly offers grants and/or scholarships to new students, and these offers change from time to time. Students who enrolled in a program prior to the launch of the Believe & Achieve Scholarship, may have been eligible for the tuition savings available for their program at the time of their start date.

How does the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® impact a student’s financial aid?

Students eligible for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® remain eligible to apply for federal student aid programs. The student’s annual federal student aid eligibility may be reduced in terms in which their tuition is reduced. Students can call 1-800-925-3368 to speak with Financial Services to learn how the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® may help them reduce their need for federal student loans.

Do students need to apply for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®?

No. All eligible students automatically receive the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®, unless they select a different tuition savings offer that cannot be combined with the scholarship.

Does a student’s GPA impact their eligibility?

A student’s incoming GPA or their GPA during their program does not impact their eligibility for the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®.

What happens if a student fails a course?

The Walden University Student Handbook identifies all requirements for passing or repeating a course and remains the guideline for all students.

For impacts to the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®:

  • Undergraduate programs (except BSN and Tempo Learning® format):
    • A student is only required to complete and pass three courses in accordance with the current student handbook to earn the tuition-free course or five credits (depending on their program). Students are not required to pass the course with a specific grade.
    • If a student is required to repeat a course that received a tuition savings under the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®, the same savings will be applied again to the course when it is repeated.
  • Master’s and BSN programs: If a student is required to repeat a course that received a tuition savings under the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®, the same savings will be applied again to the course when it is repeated.
What happens if a student changes programs?

If a current student receiving the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® transfers to a different program offering the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®, they will remain eligible for the scholarship and receive the tuition savings assigned to their new program.

Transfers from course-based or Tempo Learning® undergraduate to course-based undergraduate program (except BSN): Any courses previously completed at Walden by a student transferring to a course-based undergraduate program (except BSN) will determine the number of tuition-free courses or credits the student receives at the end of their program. This applies whether the student is transferring from a course-based or Tempo Learning® program. The student would be eligible for and receive the tuition savings assigned to the new program.

Transfers from a non-BSN course-based undergraduate program to BSN: The student would be eligible for and receive the tuition savings assigned to the new program. With the Believe & Achieve Scholarship®, the student would receive the last two courses tuition-free in their BSN program.

Transfers from course-based to Tempo Learning® format: Any student transferring from a course-based format to the Tempo Learning® format will begin their program in their first paid subscription period. This counts as the first of four paid subscription periods a student must complete to receive their tuition-free subscription period.

Transfers from Tempo Learning® to Tempo Learning® format: Any student transferring from one program in the Tempo Learning® format to another program in the Tempo Learning® format will continue to earn tuition-free subscription periods; however, any previously completed periods in the prior program will not count toward the new program.

Transfers from Tempo Learning® to course-based format: The student would be eligible for and receive the tuition savings assigned to the new program. If a student transfers to a master’s or BSN program, the student will receive the identified tuition-free course for their new program. For an undergraduate program, any courses previously completed at Walden by a student in their Tempo Learning® undergraduate program will determine the number of tuition-free courses or credits the student receives at the end of their new course-based program. The student would be eligible for and receive the tuition savings assigned to the new program.

Can tuition-free savings be applied to other courses, subscription periods, or balances?

Believe & Achieve Scholarship® tuition savings can only be applied to the courses or subscription periods identified in the details for each program. The savings cannot be applied to current or outstanding balances.

What happens if a student in the Tempo Learning® format completes their program before they receive their tuition-free subscription period?

Believe & Achieve Scholarship® tuition savings can only be applied to the subscription periods identified in the details for each program. Students must complete four paid subscription periods to receive a tuition-free subscription period.

If a student completes their program before they have earned a tuition-free subscription period, they will not receive one.

Can a student earn more tuition-free savings than they can use in their program?

Students in an undergraduate program (excluding BSN and Tempo Learning®) receiving the Believe & Achieve Scholarship® will continue to earn tuition-free savings until the student has three or fewer paid courses remaining. Only then will they receive their previously earned tuition-free courses. The student will not earn an additional tuition-free course in their program for their last three paid courses because the entire remainder of their program is already tuition-free.

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