CHD Research Scholarship for Underrepresented Communities

Direct application

$10,000
2 winners

Eligibility

Major
Health Professions
Education level
Graduate

About this scholarship

Incoming or current graduate students (Master's or PhD) in a research-focused program who are committed to clinical or translational congenital heart defect research in underrepresented communities may apply.

Two $10,000 scholarships are awarded annually, with funds sent directly to the degree program for tuition and approved educational expenses. Priority consideration goes to applicants from NIH-defined underrepresented minority backgrounds. Dual-degree students (such as MD/MPH) are eligible.

Submit a statement of interest (3 pages maximum), CV, and one letter of support through Proposal Central by the posted deadline.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Statement of interest, maximum three pages
  • CV
  • One letter of support
  • Proposal Central application
  • Cover letter
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation
  • Last high school or college transcript
  • Resume
  • Dual-degree students, including MD/MPH students, are eligible.
  • Priority consideration is given to applicants from NIH-defined underrepresented minority backgrounds.