Top 25 Public Health Scholarships in September 2023

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Are you enrolled full-time in a Medical, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Master of Public Health/Policy, or Physician Associate graduate program in the U.S.? If so, consider applying for the Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship! While you do not have to be Hispanic to be eligible for this scholarship, you should have an affinity for the health of Hispanic communities and an interest in participating in the NHHF’s (National Hispanic Health Foundation) Scholars alumni activities. The NHHF, which funds the scholarship, is an organization with a mission “to support educational and research activities to improve the health of Hispanics.” If you fit their scholarship criteria and want to provide support to Hispanic communities, we encourage you to apply!

Are you an undergraduate student pursuing a career in healthcare? Alternatively, are you a graduate student pursuing a career in medicine, nursing, and/or public health? If so, consider applying for the annual Prevounce Preventive Health Scholarship Program! Each year, the program awards a $1,000 scholarship to both an undergraduate and graduate student who will be enrolled in the appropriate program for the upcoming academic year. In order to apply, you must submit an essay (650 words or less), a completed application, transcripts, and a copy of your resume.  If you fit the criteria and have a future helping people, we encourage you to apply! Let Prevounce help you fund your journey there.

The NSCA Challenge Scholarship is funded by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, an organization that empowers strength conditioning professionals to maximize their impact through disseminating evidence-based knowledge and its practical application by offering industry-leading certifications, research journals, career development services, networking opportunities, and continuing education. Every year, their NSCA Challenge Scholarship awards $2,000 to multiple NSCA members in college who are pursuing a degree and career in the strength and conditioning field. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

The APHA Kaiser Permanente Community Health Scholarship is an initiative to create a group of diverse, underrepresented public health leaders who are committed to improving the health of our most vulnerable communities and supporting achievement of health equity for all in the nation. The scholarship supports the education of newly admitted graduate students beginning their MPH or DrPH/PhD in public health this upcoming fall at one of the APHA's eight partner universities. Preference is given to those who identify as first-generation college graduates; persons from lower socioeconomic backgrounds; and those who classify under race/ethnicity groups such as Black or African American, Asian, Hispanic or Latino, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, and individuals from other communities of color or underrepresented populations.

Are you a New York resident passionate about a career in physical or occupational therapy? If so, you may be eligible for the Arthur W. Pense Scholarship! The scholarship is open to all New York State residents who are currently enrolled in a degree program in physical or occupational therapy. The scholarship is offered by the Arc New York, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving people with developmental disabilities and providing them with extraordinary life opportunities. It honors Dr. Arthur W. Pense, the NYS Assistant Commissioner of mental hygiene, who has worked on many programs for the benefit of the New York community's mental health. Every year, one recipient is chosen to receive a $3,000 scholarship to go towards their postsecondary education. If you are interested in a scholarship opportunity to fund your physical or occupational therapy degree, we encourage you to apply!

The APF Walter Katkovsky Research Grants are funded by the American Psychological Foundation, an organization that promotes the advancement, communication, and application of psychological science and knowledge to benefit society and improve lives. Every year, their APF Walter Katkovsky Research Grants award two awards worth up to $22,500 each to psychologists with up to 12 years of postdoctoral. If this grant sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

Are you a high school senior or college student passionate about a career in senior care? If so, consider applying for the Senior Planning Social Work & Eldercare Award! The scholarship is open to prospective and current undergraduate students working towards a career in medical social work for the senior population. An Arizona-based organization called Senior Planning offers this scholarship opportunity. Senior Planning helps find reliable, trustworthy caregivers at no charge for seniors in need in the Phoenix area. They established this scholarship to support the next generation of social workers in carrying out their mission of helping America's seniors. Between one and five recipients are chosen to receive around $900, twice a year. Fall semester applications are due July 31st and Spring semester applications are due December 15th, respectively. If you are passionate about senior care and looking for some help to fund your education, we encourage you to apply!

The Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (RMIT University) scholar will conduct research at RMIT that aims to solve critical global problems and create value from research that provides others outside the academic community pathways to deliver the ultimate positive economic, societal, and environmental impacts. This opportunity gives exceptional senior scholars and terminal degree holders from the United States a chance to pursue research and/or practice of importance to RMIT in the area of entrepreneurship and innovation. Scholars are encouraged to collaborate with the host institution and give workshops or short seminars, but should not teach intensive seminars or coursework. Keep on reading for more details!

The selected Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Science, Technology, and Innovation (CSIRO) will conduct innovative scientific research related to critical challenges facing the U.S. and Australia. During their term (5-6 months), the Chair will work on a specific research project aligned with priority areas of research for CSIRO that will lead to ongoing collaborative partnerships between Australia and the U.S. The Chair will also be expected to engage in outreach and networking activities within CSIRO and across the Australian Innovation system through occasional guest lectures, seminars, and/or community interactions. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree, and should contact CSIRO for the required letter of invitation.

The Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship in Multiple Disciplines (The University of Newcastle) allows postdoctoral candidates to undertake research of importance to the University of Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia. The development of research within the University of Newcastle's four engagement priorities is important to the bilateral relationship between the United States and Australia. This award will provide scholars with an opportunity to contribute to this relationship, and the nominated area of priority that is relevant to the future of the world. Chemistry, Gender Studies, Geology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, and Physics are among the many eligible disciplines (see full list below). To apply, interested applicants must contact the university to obtain the required letter of invitation, and have completed their Ph.D. within the last five years. If you're a Ph.D. or Terminal Degree holder interested in conducting research at The University of New Castle, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The "Fulbright-Oxford-Pembroke Distinguished Scholar" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in any discipline related to politics and/or international relations at the University of Oxford in England. Selected scholars are expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the college through seminars, public lectures, and curriculum development. During their three-month award, the Fulbright Visiting Professor will be expected to design a one-term (8-week) program of academic activities to continue the legacy of Senator Fulbright's commitment to internationalism in relationships between nations and their diplomacy in bringing together individuals across the globe. Applicants must currently hold the title of senior Associate or Full Professor. If you're a scholar interested in studying politics/international relations at the University of Oxford, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The Fulbright-Saastamoinen Foundation Distinguished Chair position provides U.S. scholars who hold a Ph.D. or other terminal degree with the opportunity to conduct research at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) at the Faculty of Health Sciences. The Chair position is available for scholars and specialists in any field of Health Sciences, but priority will be given to research work in Cardiovascular Diseases and/or Metabolic Diseases. Applicants should include an invitation letter from the relevant unit at UEF as well as a research plan and project statement. If you're a U.S. scholar passionate about researching cardiovascular or metabolic diseases, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The "Fulbright-Scotland Distinguished Scholar at the Glasgow School of Art" Award is open to artists and academics interested in conducting projects (including artistic ones) and teaching courses in select arts, humanities, and social science fields at the Glasgow School of Art in Scotland. The selected scholar will be expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the university through seminars, public lectures, and curriculum development in any discipline within the institution for six months. To apply, interested individuals must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. Keep on reading for more information!

The "Postdoctoral Research Award" is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in carrying out a research, professional, or artistic project at a Canadian university. Eligible topics for projects include environmental studies, Black history in North America, and Indigenous studies. Selected recipients can choose to conduct a research project designated by the host institution, conduct a research project of their choosing, or conduct a professional and/or artistic project. They can also propose any of the listed activities. A list of eligible universities in Canada is available on the scholarship's website. While letters of invitation are optional, applicants are encouraged to contact their preferred host institution to discuss research interests. Interested scholars must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation to apply. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!

The "Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship" provides opportunities for U.S. early and mid-career professionals and practitioners to serve in placements in a foreign government ministry or institution around the world. The Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship also includes an independent research component that focuses on an issue related to the Fellow's in-country work. Fulbright Public Policy Fellowships are available in three regions: Africa (Botswana, Ghana, Rwanda); Western Hemisphere (Peru and Colombia); and East Asia and the Pacific (Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Timor-Leste, Fiji). Applicants are eligible as long as they hold a Master's degree and have three to five years of relevant public policy experience as a professional/practitioner outside of the classroom. Interested applicants must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!

The "Postdoctoral Scholar Award" is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and assisting faculty and students in the arts, education, humanities, geology, or the social sciences at Taiwanese universities. As part of the research requirement, selected scholars may expect to collaborate with Taiwanese faculty, and present lectures, seminars, and workshops as arranged by the host institution. To apply, interested students should obtain a letter of invitation from their potential host institution. Applicants without an invitation letter may indicate preferred affiliations, but Fulbright Taiwan will arrange and finalize all affiliations in consultation with potential hosts. If you're a doctorate or terminal degree holder wanting to work at an educational institution in Taiwan, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.