Back

Underrepresented Students in Medicine Scholarship


Name: Underrepresented Students in Medicine Scholarship

Award Amount:

  • Two scholarships of $2,000 each.

Overview:
The Underrepresented Students in Medicine Scholarship aims to support medical students from racial and ethnic groups that are underrepresented in the medical profession. By providing financial assistance, the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) seeks to minimize health disparities and promote diversity within the medical community. This scholarship reflects AMWA’s commitment to fostering leadership among women and minorities in medicine.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a current AMWA medical student member.
  • Enrolled in an accredited medical school.
  • Identify as a member of a racial or ethnic group underrepresented in medicine, as defined by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).

Application Requirements:

  • Completed scholarship application form.
  • Essay responses addressing specific prompts related to diversity and inclusion in medicine.
  • Financial information demonstrating need.
  • One letter of recommendation from a faculty member or mentor familiar with the applicant’s commitment to diversity and leadership in medicine.

Application Timeline:

  • Application Period: July 1st – September 1st annually.
  • Submission Deadline: September 1st.
  • Award Notification: Recipients are notified after the review process and recognized during the AMWA Annual Meeting.

Additional Information:

  • Applicants should submit all materials in PDF format to awards@amwa-student.org within the application period.
  • All applicants will receive email confirmation upon receipt of their application.
  • For detailed guidelines and application instructions, visit the official AMWA Underrepresented Students in Medicine Scholarship page below.

Apply Now

View Scholarship Data

Request to Update or Remove This Scholarship. The CollegeWhale ID number for this Scholarship is #15676. This Scholarship was added in January 2025 and last reviewed by a member of our staff on January, 2025.

We are a human curated site and want our scholarship database as accurate and up-to-date as possible. We appreciate your help in notifying us of any incorrect or out of date information pertaining to this scholarship!

This Scholarship is tagged with the following criteria: Medical / September / Women

Scholarship Categorization

Medical Scholarships September Scholarships Women Scholarships

Compare Top Scholarships (CollegeWhale FastFind™)

The CollegeWhale Scholarship FastFind™ immediately surfaces similar scholarships based on this scholarship’s details. Sort by award amount, deadline month, or estimated effort to quickly identify strong college scholarship funding opportunities.

1

Southern Automotive Womens Forum Scholarship Program

The Southern Automotive Women’s Forum (SAWF) Scholarship Program is a targeted academic award designed to support and advance women pursuing careers in the automotive industry, manufacturing, engineering, business, technology, or related fields. This program was established by the Southern Automotive

Award: Varies Deadline: March Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
2

A. D. and Peggy Hewlett and Colonel David R. Inman Medical Scholarship

The A. D. and Peggy Hewlett and Colonel David R. Inman Medical Scholarship is a targeted financial award managed by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to support students pursuing careers in medicine and related health care fields. This scholarship

Award: Varies Deadline: April Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
3

NIKE Game Growers Scholarship

The NIKE Game Growers initiative — often referenced as a scholarship-style leadership opportunity — is a nationwide youth empowerment program developed in partnership with Nike, GENYOUth, the NBA, and the WNBA. While not a traditional scholarship that awards direct tuition

Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Low (13 min)
4

Foot Levelers Scholarship

The Foot Levelers Scholarship for Sports Medicine Students is designed to support dedicated students who are pursuing careers in sports medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic care, athletic training, or other related health science fields. This scholarship recognizes individuals who demonstrate academic

Award: $2,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Med (86 min)
5

Jane Klausman Women in Business Scholarship

The Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship was established by Zonta International to support women pursuing undergraduate or master’s degrees in business or business-related fields. The scholarship aimed to encourage women to enter and advance in business, helping to

Award: $5,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: High (103 min)
6

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation Fleming Scholars Program

The Sir Alexander Fleming Scholars Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is a paid summer research experience designed to engage students in hands-on biomedical research. Participants work full-time in research laboratories under the guidance of OMRF scientists, attend

Award: $5,000 Deadline: February Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
7

Optometry Scholarship Program (Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority)

The Optometry Scholarship Program, administered by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA), provides financial support to eligible Kentucky residents pursuing a Doctor of Optometry degree at participating institutions. This program is designed to help meet the Commonwealth’s need for

Award: $15,000 Deadline: December Est. Application Time: Low (13 min)
8

The Helen Lansdowne Resor Scholarship

The Helen Lansdowne Resor Scholarship is a global initiative, established in collaboration with the 4A’s Foundation, designed to uplift historically marginalized creative voices—specifically female and non-binary college students—in the advertising and creative industries. Named in honor of Helen Lansdowne Resor,

Award: $10,000 Deadline: October Est. Application Time: Low (10 min)
9

NHHF Health Professional Student Scholarship

The National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF) Health Professional Student Scholarship Program supports medical, nursing (including BSN), dental, pharmacy, physician associate, and public health students who have outstanding academic records, demonstrate leadership, and are committed to serving underserved communities. Since its

Award: $5,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
10

The Delores B. Chandler Scholarship

The Delores B. Chandler Scholarship, offered by the Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (BOTC), provides financial support to African American students pursuing careers in occupational therapy. This academic-based scholarship was established to honor the contributions of Delores B. Chandler, a dedicated

Award: $500 Deadline: March Est. Application Time: Med (45 min)
11

The AMBUCS Scholars Program

The AMBUCS Scholars Program, offered by AMBUCS, Inc., a nonprofit charitable organization, provides financial assistance to students enrolled in entry-level occupational therapy programs, along with other health-related fields. The program’s mission is to support future professionals dedicated to enhancing the

Award: $600 Deadline: May Est. Application Time: Med (45 min)
12

AOTA E.K. Wise Scholarship

The AOTA E.K. Wise Scholarship is a competitive award offered by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) to support the education of female students enrolled in post-baccalaureate occupational therapy programs. Established to honor the legacy of E.K. Wise, the scholarship

Award: $5,000 Deadline: September Est. Application Time: Med (45 min)

This comprehensive collection of scholarships is curated from our regularly updated databases. To explore all available scholarship matches, visit our Scholarship Database.

Millions in Scholarships Available.

No downloads, no registrations, and no personal information required. The Easiest Scholarship Search Ever™ gives you fast, simple access to thousands of verified scholarships — updated daily.

Prefer browsing by interest, major, state, or deadline month? Explore our full Scholarships by Category Hub to instantly view scholarships that match your profile.


Find More Scholarships
Scholarship Database