NBNA Board of Directors Scholarship aims to support a qualified NBNA member in pursuit of a baccalaureate or advanced nursing degree. Applicants must be a member of NBNA and a member of a local chapter (if one exists in your area). If a chapter does not exist within a 50-radius of your location you can join NBNA as a Direct Member. Applicant must have at least one full year of school remaining. Two letters of recommendation (first from Dean/Faculty member, second from Chapter President/Vice President) are required.