National Medical Fellowshipss Scholarships

Since its inception, National Medical Fellowships’ scholarships and awards have been at the core of its programming. NMF scholarship programs recognize merit as well as financial need. Over the years, funding for scholarships has come from hundreds of foundations and from individuals. NMF actively seeks and welcomes partnerships to build and expand the types and amount of support we provide to our scholars.

General Eligibility

• Proof of U.S. citizenship or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) approval letter
• (Permanent Residents/Green Card Holders are not eligible)
• Currently enrolled in an accredited, graduate-level U.S. health care program
• Please note the required degree program type for each NMF scholarship. There are other awards that support high school or undergraduate students.
• Medical schools must be LCME Accredited U.S. Programs | LCME and COCA American Osteopathic Association | AOA accredited institutions. Applicants must be enrolled in culminating MD, MD/PhD, DO, or DO/PhD programs, unless otherwise specified.
• Student underrepresented in medicine - NMF designates the following racial/ethnic groups as underrepresented in medicine: African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian American (Vietnamese and Cambodian only), Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander.
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Commitment to serving medically underserved communities

While most NMF scholarships only require one letter of recommendation, some applications require more than one or none at all. Please be sure to check the instructions on the specific application before submitting. Applicants will specify the name(s) and contact information of their recommender(s) during the application process. When choosing a recommender, it is advisable to choose someone who knows you and your work well and can attest to your community commitment and leadership. After applicants supply the name of their recommender(s), the recommender(s) will receive an email with instructions on uploading their recommendation letter.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to request letters of recommendation from a dean, faculty member, or chief administrative officer from your academic institution, or from a community leader or a volunteer supervisor.