Scholarships
Following is information on external scholarships to which students enrolled at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine may apply. Students should review the application instructions and eligibility requirements of each scholarship in detail before applying.
Unless otherwise noted, all application materials and supporting documentation should be sent directly to the foundation offering the specific scholarship. "Click" on the scholarship name for additional information (and the application, when available).
All external scholarships and fellowships must be reported to the Financial Aid Office each academic year that they are received.
American Medical Association (AMA)
Due: Various dates based on the scholarship
The AMA lists various scholarship opportunites on its website. Review their website for additional information.
Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
Due: Various dates based on the scholarship
The AAMC lists various scholarship opportunities on its website. Review their website for additional information.
Chinese American Physicians Society
Due: February 28, 2008
The Chinese American Physicians' Society (CAPS) was formed by a group of concerned physicians of Chinese descent in 1977 in the San Francisco area. Our current membership consists of various ethnic groups and races. CAPS is offering scholarship(s) to students in United States medical schools. These scholarships are open to all medical students in need of financial aid regardless of their hometown, sex, race, or color. Applicants are judged according to their academic achievements, financial needs, community service records and essays. Special credit is also given to those who are willing to serve the Chinese communities after their graduation.
Dorothy C. Wisner Scholarship Fund (P.E.O. Foundation)
Due: February 10, 2008
The Dorothy C. Wisner Scholarship Fund was established in the memory of Dorothy C. Wisner, a charter member of Chapter LS, Yuba City, California. After her death, Chapter LS established a scholarship in her memory awarding it locally to women interested in entering the medical field. To increase the applicant base and ensure the longevity of the scholarship, Chapter LS chose to present the fund to the P.E.O. Foundation in 2000. An applicant must be a female California resident studying in the United States and enrolled in studies in the broad field of medicine. Applications will be sent only upon written or email request by the prospective applicant.
FastWeb
Due: Various dates based on the scholarship
FastWeb is an online search engine for scholarship opportunities. Students are required to create a user account.
Maryland Graduate and Professional Scholarship
Due: March 15, 2008 to the Financial Aid Office
Applicants must be full-time medical students at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine that are United States citizens whose permanent state of residence is Maryland. A completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be on file at time of application to be considered. All materials must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office by the deadline listed above
Pisacano Scholars Leadership Program
Due: March 1, 2008
The Pisacano Scholars Leadership Program provides educational programs, leadership training, and funding to outstanding fourth-year medical students for a four-year period. Students must make a commitment to the specialty of family medicine. The funding program is designed to reimburse a portion of medical school debt incurred by the student by the conclusion of the required three-year residency. The Foundation is especially interested in students who exhibit the highest levels of skill, compassion, and leadership. Select "2008 Application" from their website.
Ruth G. White P.E.O Scholarship Fund (P.E.O. Foundation)
Due: February 10, 2008
The Ruth G. White P.E.O. Scholarship Fund was established in the memory of Ruth Garten White, MD, past president of California State Chapter of the P.E.O. Sisterhood. Dr. White served on the executive board of the International Chapter until ill health forced her resignation. After her death in 1957, a trust was set up as a living memorial to her service and devotion to P.E.O. and to promote educational opportunities for women. An applicant must be a female California resident studying in the United States and enrolled in studies in the broad field of medicine and have completed her first year of graduate work in her field before applying. Applications will be sent only upon written or email request by the prospective applicant.
Additional opportunities are also posted on the Student Affairs Office website in the Scholarship/Fellowship section.
