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United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program

United Health FoundationNMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program

Applicable For:

Graduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$45000

Application Deadline:

27/10/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States

About This Scholarship

The United Health Foundation/NMF (National Medical Fellowships) Diverse Medical Scholars Program is a scholarship program that supports medical students from underrepresented minority groups in the United States. The program is a collaboration between the United Health Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on improving healthcare access and outcomes, and NMF, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships and support to minority medical students and professionals.

Selected scholarship recipients receive a scholarship of up to $10,000 per year, as well as mentorship and networking opportunities with healthcare professionals and leaders. The program also provides academic and career support to help scholars succeed in their medical studies and careers.

The United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program is designed to address the underrepresentation of minority groups in the medical profession and to support the development of a diverse and culturally competent healthcare workforce. The program provides valuable financial and professional support to talented and motivated medical students who are committed to making a positive impact in healthcare.

Eligibility Criteria For United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program

The United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program is a scholarship program designed to support underrepresented minority students who are pursuing a career in medicine. The eligibility criteria for this scholarship include:

  • Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited medical school in the United States and have completed their first year of study.
  • Applicants must be from an underrepresented minority group, which includes African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, and Pacific Islander students.
  • Applicants must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

In addition to meeting the eligibility criteria, scholarship applicants are evaluated based on their academic record, leadership potential, and commitment to serving underserved communities.

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