Who Can Apply:
- 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.
Submission: 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.
Deadline: May 20, 2026
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/issa-foundation-healthcare-scholarship/