Issa Foundation HealthCare Scholarship
Graduate school is a critical stage in a medical professional’s journey—when passion is high, resources are limited, and the responsibility of caring for others is just beginning.
The financial burden of education shouldn’t diminish the excitement or prospects of thoughtful, compassionate, and resilient physicians who will care for patients as people, not problems. The next generation of care providers should be encouraged and uplifted, not hindered by the costs of tuition.
This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about medicine, not for prestige, but out of a genuine desire to serve others.
Any medical student who demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care, personal growth, and ethical practice may apply for this scholarship opportunity. The ideal applicant approaches medicine with humility, curiosity, and compassion, recognizing that technical skill and human connection are equally essential to excellent care.
To apply, tell us about an experience during your medical training that challenged your assumptions and impacted the type of medical professional you’re becoming.
Medicine is demanding, often humbling, and rarely predictable. Describe an experience during your training that challenged your assumptions about medicine, yourself, or patient care. How did it shape the kind of medical professional you are becoming?
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The application deadline is May 19, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 20, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 20, 2026. 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.
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.
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.
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