Dr. Eric Nepute Scholarship for Medical Students

To be eligible for the Dr. Eric Nepute Scholarship for Medical Students, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited medical school or program in the United States.
Applicant must demonstrate academic excellence and a passion for healthcare. This may be demonstrated through academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and other related experiences.
Applicant must submit a well-written, original essay response of up to 1,000 words. The essay should describe the applicant’s personal journey in pursuing a career in medicine and how this scholarship will help them achieve their goals.
Prompt for Essay:
“Describe a significant challenge currently faced by the healthcare industry and propose an innovative solution to address it effectively.”
In your essay, please identify a specific challenge or issue that is currently impacting the healthcare industry. This could be related to patient care, access to healthcare services, healthcare disparities, technological advancements, or any other area of concern. Explain why this challenge is significant and provide evidence to support your claims.

Amount
One time award of $1,000

Deadline
The deadline to apply for the scholarship is August 15, 2024.

Winner Announced
The winner for the scholarship will be announced September 15, 2024.