Are you an American Indian or Alaska Native post-secondary student enrolled in a health profession degree program? If so, consider applying for the IHS Health Professionals Scholarship! The scholarship is open to American Indian and Alaska Native post-secondary students who agree to fulfill a full-time clinical service commitment upon completing their program.

The scholarship is offered by the Indian Health Service, an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services. They focus on providing medical and public health services to members of federally recognized Native American Tribes and Alaska Native people. By providing funding for young, indigenous future health professionals, the IHS supports American Indian and Alaska Native students on their paths to becoming future leaders for their communities. Every year, the IHS’s Health Professionals Scholarship awards students varying amounts of funding to help them pay for their education. If you are passionate about a career in clinical service and are a member of a recognized tribe, we encourage you to apply!