Native American

NMF Dr. William Merrill Scholarship

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Established in 2023 by the Merrill Family in honor of Dr. William Merrill, this need-based scholarship provides a $7,500 award to an underrepresented medical student, who is enrolled in an accredited medical school. Eligible applicants must attend either a public medical school or an HBCU medical school. It is preferred that the applicant have an interest in health care issues that impact rural populations.

Application open 2/5/24 – 3/18/24

Website: https://nmfonline.org/scholarships-programs/scholarships-and-awards/

Who Is Eligible?

Ethnicity/Race: African American/Black, Afro-Latino, Cambodian, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Underrepresented in Medicine, Vietnamese
Gender: Any
School Year: Any
School State: All
Enrolled Program: DO, DO/PhD, MD, MD/PhD

NMF National Alumni Council Scholarship Program

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Established to help address the severe national shortage of physician-leaders who are committed to the health of underserved communities, this award will provide a $5,000 scholarship to twelve (12) fourth-year underrepresented students of medicine who have demonstrated evidence of community service and leadership potential at an early stage in their professional careers.

2024 applications TBA

Website: https://nmfonline.org/scholarships-programs/scholarships-and-awards/

NMF Dr. David Kearney McDonogh Scholarship in Ophthalmology/ENT

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The Dr. David Kearney McDonogh Scholarship in Ophthalmology/ENT is designed to increase the number of qualified physicians who are interested in a career in Ophthalmology or Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) specialties. The scholarship is a $5,000 award to at least two (2) African-American, Afro-Latino, or Native American medical students enrolled in an accredited US medical school for the 2021-2022 academic year. Eligible candidates must be committed to academic excellence, research, leadership and service. The awarded Scholars are required to attend and present their research in Ophthalmology/ENT at the McDonogh Reception. Scholars who are selected from another US State will be expected to video conference into the event to accept the award and present his or her research.

2023 TBA

Website: https://nmfonline.org/scholarships-programs/scholarships-and-awards/

NMF Mary Ball Carrera Scholarship

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Established by NMF Board member Neal Ball to honor the memory of his sister Mary Ball Carrera, this award provides a $2,500 scholarship to one (1) outstanding Native American woman, recognized for outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community service, and enrolled in an accredited US medical school.

Application deadline TBA

Website: https://nmfonline.org/scholarships-programs/scholarships-and-awards/

National Medical Fellowship Primary Care Leadership Program

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Deadline: February 5, 2024

Website: https://nmfonline.org/scholarships-programs/service-learning-programs/pclp/?fbclid=IwAR1GYozWjT-nKoAiBodz1xPSmdeLih8Zj13qHOORTzUiBXFL9NNCeQwA4_Q

Program Requirements

Scholars complete their program requirements during June and July, including a six-week on-site period. Program requirements include:

  • Program Orientation;
  • 200 service-learning hours at assigned CHC site placement;
  • Leadership Training, including one-on-one interactions with site leadership; attendance at management and other staff meetings; site leadership interviews; and participation in Leadership Seminar Series webinars;
  • PCLP Project, including a project proposal, report, and poster presentation;
  • Clinical Experience; and
  • Program Assessment

Program Eligibility

PCLP Scholar candidates must meet the following eligibility:

  • Proof of U.S. citizenship or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) approval letter
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited medical school or graduate-level nursing or physician assistant program located in the U.S.
  • Identification as a student underrepresented in medicine* and/or socioeconomically disadvantaged student
  • Demonstrated leadership early in career
  • Commitment to serving medically underserved communities

*NMF designates the following racial/ethnic groups as underrepresented student in healthcare: African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian American (Vietnamese and Cambodian only), Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

Program Dates

Program dates for 2024:

  • Los Angeles, CA: June 17 – July 26, 2024

NOTE: PCLP is an in-person program in 2024. However, scholars should be prepared to pivot to a virtual program model depending on COVID-19 related conditions as determined by your assigned site.

Scholars should plan to use a portion of their scholarship stipend to cover travel, living, lodging expenses during the service-learning experience period.

NMF – Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation Scholarship

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The Josiah Macy Jr. Scholarship was established in 2001 by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation. This scholarship provides $5,000 to four second-year or third-year underrepresented students in medicine enrolled in an accredited U.S. medical school program for the 2023-2024 academic year and who demonstrate financial need and commitment to service.

2024 application deadline TBA

Website: https://nmfonline.org/scholarships-programs/scholarships-and-awards/

National Medical Fellowships

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NMF offers scholarships, awards and fellowship programs to United States citizens from groups currently underrepresented in the medical profession; specifically, African-Americans, Alaska Natives, Hispanic/Latinos, Native Hawaiians, Native Americans, Vietnamese, Cambodians, and mainland Puerto Ricans who permanently reside within the 50 U.S states.

For information about these programs visit: https://www.nmfonline.org/about-our-scholarships-and-awards/programs/

Indian Health Services Scholarship (IHS)

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The IHS offers full tuition and a monthly stipend in return for one year of full-time service for each year of scholarship support (minimum 2 years).

The next application cycle will be open December 15, 2023 – February 28, 2024. 

Eligibility Requirements

Before you begin your application, confirm that you meet our eligibility requirements, as well as familiarize yourself with the agreement or contract associated with the scholarship that matches your academic pursuits.

Citizenship Requirements

You must be a United States citizen (US-born or naturalized) or US national to be considered for an IHS scholarship. Males 18 years or older must be registered for Selective Service.

Documents that will be accepted as proof of citizenship include:

  • Copy of your birth certificate.
  • Current US passport.
  • Certificate of citizenship or naturalization.

A copy of a driver’s license or a social security card will not be accepted as documentation of citizenship.

Tribal/Village Membership Requirements

  • Preparatory and Pre-Graduate Scholarships: Recipients must be a member or descendant of a federally recognized, state-recognized or terminated American Indian Tribe or Alaska Native village.
  • Health Professions Scholarship: Recipients must be a member of a federally recognized American Indian Tribe or Alaska Native village only.

Academic Requirement

Applicants must also meet specific eligibility requirements:

  • Be a high school graduate or the equivalent.
  • Have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
  • Be capable of completing a health profession degree program.
  • Intend to serve Indian people as a health professional in your chosen discipline.

Program Agreement/Contract

  • Preparatory and Pre-Graduate Scholarships: Be willing to sign an IHS Scholarship Program Agreement [PDF – 67 KB] documenting that you’re committed to continuing your education in your identified health profession degree program.
  • Health Professions Scholarship: Be willing to sign an IHS Scholarship Program Contract [PDF – 1.1 MB] agreeing to a minimum two-year service commitment to practice at an Indian health facility upon completion of your academic and/or post-graduate training.

 

 

 

Info/Application: https://www.ihs.gov/scholarship/scholarships/eligibility/

Association on American Indian Affairs

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Scholarship Applications will be available for the Fall 2023 through Spring 2024 school year in February 2023.

WEBSITE: https://www.indian-affairs.org/nativescholarship.html

Scholarship Eligibility

  • Be enrolled with your respective Tribe, either federally recognized or non-federally recognized Tribe, from the continental US or Alaska. 

  • Submit a copy of Tribal enrollment (there is no minimum blood quantum requirement for eligibility). This can be a copy of the student’s Tribal I.D. card or a copy of an official letter from the Tribe. You must be directly recognized as a citizen or member of your Tribal Nation.

  • Be enrolled as full-time student. 

  • ​Have a minimum 2.5 out of 4.0 GPA.

  • Submit a current class schedule and transcript.

  • Attend an accredited institution seeking an Associate’s Degree or higher (the Association does not fund certificate programs or seminaries). 

  • Provide essays described in the application that show the student’s connection to their Tribal Nation and Indian Country.

Disbursements

  • Awards are mailed directly to the school and not to the student. It is assumed any funds received will be applied to the student’s account, but the manner of disbursement is left to the policy and discretion of the school.

  • If you receive an award, you will be notified prior to disbursement. Disbursements usually occur in January and August.

  • Please note that we are not able to contact students who will not be receiving a scholarship.

  • Students receiving awards are responsible for contacting our office with change of contact information. If we cannot contact you, your award may not be disbursed.

Questions: email general@indian-affairs.org