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Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship

Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship

Applicable For:

Graduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$5,000

Application Deadline:

23/09/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship is a scholarship program offered by the National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF), a non-profit organization that aims to improve the health of Hispanic communities in the United States. The program provides financial assistance to Hispanic students who are pursuing a degree in a health-related field.

The scholarship award is a one-time payment of $2,000, and recipients may use the funds for tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. In addition to financial assistance, scholarship recipients may also have the opportunity to participate in leadership development activities and attend the annual Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship Gala in Washington, D.C.

The application process for the Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship typically opens in the spring and closes in the summer. Interested students should visit the NHHF website for more information on the program and application requirements.

Eligibility Criteria For Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship

The eligibility criteria for the Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship may include the following:

  • Citizenship/Residency: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.
  • Hispanic Heritage: Applicants must be of Hispanic/Latino heritage.
  • Enrollment Status: Applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted to an accredited graduate program in healthcare or a healthcare-related field such as nursing, public health, health administration, or health policy.
  • Academic Standing: Applicants must have a minimum college GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Financial Need: Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
  • Personal Statement: Applicants must submit a personal statement that describes their career goals, commitment to serving the Hispanic community, and how they plan to use their education to improve Hispanic health outcomes.
  • Resume/CV: Applicants must provide a current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
  • Letters of Recommendation: Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to their academic and/or professional achievements and potential.

Applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria for the specific Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship program they are interested in and ensure that they meet all the requirements before applying.

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