Leadership/Community Service Scholarship

Purpose

The Department of Physician Assistant’s mission is to empower students to deliver compassionate and competent care to patients in underserved and diverse communities.  To aid in this goal, this scholarship serves to encourage our PA students to seek leadership opportunities and participate in community events that directly impact underserved and diverse communities.  

Eligibility

  • Current UMES PA Students in either their didactic or clinical year
  • PA Program cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or greater on a 4.0 scale
  • Exceptional Volunteer Community Involvement:
    • Current or past leadership positions held and/or
    • Current participation in community activities in underserved and diverse communities

Selection Criteria

Student applicants who meet established eligibility will be considered for the scholarship. The six (6) eligible, 3 didactic year and 3 clinical year, students with the highest scores will be awarded the scholarship. Selection for the scholarship is based upon the following:

  • Scholarship Application Score
  • Letter of Recommendation

Amount

$1,000

How to Apply

Application will open April 1, 2025. Check back here at that time for link to application.

Application Deadline

May 1, 2025

Notification

Selected students will receive an award letter via email from a Program Representative on or before May 23, 2025.

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