Wilderness Medicine
Financial Aid
Kirk Rasmussen
Wilderness Medicine
Many people who attend NOLS courses use a variety of financial aid and scholarships. At NOLS, we’re committed to working with you to make your course a reality.
Take a look at the following options to see what’s available to you, and please contact us with any questions you might have.
Every year, NOLS awards generous need-based scholarships. Our scholarships take into account unusual expenses, and special or changing circumstances. Scholarships can range from a small portion to larger amounts of the course cost.
Browse these scholarship options to see what’s available for your course type:
NOLS Wilderness Medicine Scholarship
Moving Hands Scholarship
Fremont County & Wind River Reservation Scholarship Program
Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Grant Application for Organizations
You are eligible to use your 529 College Savings Plan or AmeriCorps Education Award to cover the costs of your course, thanks to NOLS’ partnership with Western State Colorado University.
Any Wilderness Medicine course is eligible for AmeriCorps and 529 plans.
Read about how to use your Americorps and 529 Plan with NOLS Wilderness Medicine!
Wilderness medicine certifications are credentials employers value and will prepare you to respond to emergencies in remote, resource-limited environments. These certifications are gateways to new careers and personal growth.
VA Benefits are eligible for the following courses (*Wyoming courses only)
Benefits can be used for NOLS according to the Title 38 United States Code.
Read about how to use your Veterans Benefits with NOLS
To learn more contact us.
