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Fuerza in Health Scholarship

Funded by
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
In Review
Application Deadline
Oct 24, 2024
Winners Announced
Nov 24, 2024
Education Level
Graduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Graduate student in medical school
State:
California or Illinois
Identity:
Underrepresented minority student
Background:
First-generation, low-income

There are many societal and systemic barriers that affect each individual’s level of access to the world of academia and higher education.

Financial resources play a large role in a student’s ability to attend college, with low-income students often struggling to come up with the funds they need. First-generation college students face similar challenges and often deal with financial strife due to having no family background in college. 

This scholarship seeks to offset the cost of medical school so underserved students can overcome the barriers they face and complete their education.

Any first-generation, low-income graduate student in medical school who is an underrepresented minority and a resident of California or Illinois may apply for this scholarship opportunity. 

To apply, tell us about your source of inspiration for pursuing medical school and a career in medicine.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Need
Published July 29, 2024
Essay Topic

Who or what inspired you to pursue a career in medicine?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Oct 24, 2024. Winners will be announced on Nov 24, 2024.