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Hector L. Minott Sr. Future Doctor Scholarship

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Tonja
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2025
Winners Announced
Apr 30, 2025
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate
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Eligibility Requirements
Race:
African American
Education Level:
Undergraduate or graduate students
Field of Study:
Pre-Med/Medical School
Race:
Education Level:
Field of Study:
African American
Undergraduate or graduate students
Pre-Med/Medical School

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Hector L. Minott Sr. by supporting African American students who have overcome personal obstacles and are on the pathway to becoming a medical doctor.

Any African American graduate student pursuing a medical degree or undergraduate student enrolled as a senior with a pre-med major may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us what advice (life lessons) would you tell your younger self about navigating obstacles faced on the pathway to medical school. 

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
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Published June 25, 2024
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2025
Winners Announced
Apr 30, 2025
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate
4
Contributions
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Essay Topic

To apply, tell us what advice (life lessons) would you tell your younger self about navigating obstacles faced on the pathway to medical school. 

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

April 2025

Winners
Ekaete Ekpo
Howard University
Rockville, MD
Finalists
Alexandra Harvey
Ponce Health Sciences University-St Louis
Tysons, VA
Amira Waldron
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard, IL

November 2023

Winners
Al Gourrier
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Oakland, CA
Winifred Chijioke
Touro College
Middletown, NY
Finalists
Saron Araya
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Lawrenceville, GA

Winning Application

Ekaete Ekpo
Howard UniversityRockville, MD
Al Gourrier
University of Nevada-Las VegasOakland, CA
Winifred Chijioke
Touro CollegeMiddletown, NY

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Mar 31, 2025. Winners will be announced on Apr 30, 2025.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Apr 30, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.

How should I get in touch with questions?

If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.

Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.

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