Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship for Medical Students 2025

The Physicians of Tomorrow scholarship program distributes $10,000 in tuition assistance scholarships to medical students approaching their final year of school. With 16 scholarship categories and various focus areas, including serving those underrepresented in medicine, the AMA Foundation works to recognize a diverse cohort of medical students each year. All students may apply for the Physicians of Tomorrow scholarships, regardless of AMA membership status.

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When is the Application Deadline:

Applications open on October 21, 2024, and close on February 17, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CST.

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Tell Me About The Award:

The Physicians of Tomorrow program offers $10,000 tuition assistance scholarships to medical students entering their final year of school. It has various focus areas, including underrepresented groups in medicine.

Apart from the general scholarship, students can apply for specific categories tailored to their interests and backgrounds. Here are some examples:

• AMA Foundation Underrepresented in Medicine Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship: Supports students from underrepresented communities in medicine, funded by the Harold & Mary Marsh Fund and other donors.
• American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship: For students interested in pursuing a subspecialty in sleep medicine.
• David Jones Peck, MD Scholarship for Health Equity: Targets applicants with a demonstrated commitment to health equity and addressing disparities in healthcare for marginalized communities.
• Dr. Richard Allen Williams & Genita Evangelista Johnson/Association of Black Cardiologists Scholarship: A $5,000 scholarship for African American/Black students with a focus on cardiology.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Medical students studying in accredited U.S. allopathic or osteopathic medical schools.

Type:

Scholarship.

Who can Apply?

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or DACA recipients. They must also be entering their final year of medical school.

How are Applicants Selected?

Applicants are selected based on academic excellence and financial need. Specific scholarships may have additional criteria like volunteer work, commitment to certain medical fields, or geographic requirements.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

United States.

Where will the Award be Taken?

The award is applicable to medical schools in the United States.

How Many Awards?

There are 16 different scholarship categories.

What is the Benefit of the Award?

• Recipients receive $10,000 in tuition assistance.
• Students who receive these scholarships benefit not only from financial support but also from being recognized for their dedication to the medical profession.

How Long Will the Award Last?

The award lasts for one academic year, covering tuition expenses during the recipient’s final year of medical school.

How to Apply for the Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship:

Apply through the AMA Foundation’s website when applications open on October 21, 2024. Applicants must meet the general eligibility criteria, and some scholarships have additional specific requirements.

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