APAMSA Founders' Scholarship

This $500 scholarship exists to honor and support medical students who demonstrate exceptional commitment to advocating for the health and well-being of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community.

This scholarship recognizes individuals who are dedicated to advancing the well-being of the AANHPI community through advocacy, service, and leadership in their schools and their local communities.

By investing in these future physicians, we hope to inspire continued leadership and empower recipients to advance meaningful change for the betterment of healthcare for AANHPI populations.

Link to Application: bit.ly/apamsafounder

Questions? Please feel free to reach out to membership@apamsa.org.

To be considered for the APAMSA scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
  • Be a current APAMSA member with proof of paid membership (Membership status will be verified upon selection)
  • Are NOT an executive or national board member of National APAMSA
  • Currently enrolled in a MD, DO, or dual degree program
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing healthcare equity and raising awareness of the health disparities affecting the AANHPI community, as shown through leadership, advocacy, service, or civic engagement.

Note: All eligible applicants are welcome to apply, regardless of ethnic background or immigration status

  • Completed application
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of Enrollment (Ex: Unofficial Transcript, Class Schedule of current year, etc.)
  • Personal Statement
  • 1 Personal Reference from a faculty member or someone you’ve worked closely with that can attest to your character (Please have them email their reference to membership@apamsa.org.)

A running list of all future winners of this scholarship will be showcased here on our website!

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