Historically Black College or University, Hispanic-Serving Institute & Tribal College Alumni Scholarship

Vision:
The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine will be a model for educating diverse, patient-centered physicians who are partners and leaders in an interprofessional primary care workforce responsive to health care needs in the communities they serve.

Mission:
The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine enables medical students to attain their highest personal and professional potential in a collaborative environment that fosters academic excellence, scholarship, lifelong learning, respect and inclusivity.

Values:
The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine embodies the University's commitment to its core values of academic excellence, student-oriented education and a strong sense of community. Accordingly, the School of Medicine values diversity and inclusiveness in all students, faculty and staff.

Purpose: To identify and nurture first-year medical students who have demonstrated a commitment to primary care medicine with an earned degree from a Historically Black College or University (HBCU), Hispanic-Serving Institute (HSI) or Tribal College (TC).

Scholarship requirements: To apply for this scholarship, an applicant must:·         
  • be accepted to the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine and matriculate in Fall 2013
  • submit the 2013-2014 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • submitted the 2013-2014 Need Access Application
  • have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 scale
  • have earned a bachelor degree from a HBCU, HSI or TC
  • have demonstrated academic excellence and dedication to pursuing a medical career
  • possess strong personal qualities of motivation and integrity
  • submit a letter of recommendation from a professional (excluding relatives or friends) 
  • write an essay describing how your undergraduate experience has shaped your decision to pursue a career in medicine
Award amount: up to $18,000 annually

Application deadline: Feb. 28, 2013 or within two weeks after the receipt of your acceptance to the medical school if admitted after Feb. 15, 2013. All award decisions will be made no later than May 1, 2013. 

Forward all supporting documents to:
Office of Medical School Financial Aid
Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine - NH3
Quinnipiac University
275 Mount Carmel Avenue - Hamden, CT 06518-1908
203-582-5100

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