Medicine Scholarships
Here are some of the Medicine scholarships on our site for which you may qualify.
Melvin P. Nelson & Esther L. Nelson Heart Scholarship
The purpose:
This scholarship was established as a permanent tribute to the years of dedicated fundraising for the American Heart
Association of Melvin P. and Esther L. Nelson. This scholarship will enable a medical student to participate in health
science research at a Minnesota institution and to explore the field of research as a career.
Who is eligible:
Minnesota Students Only: Medical students registered at a teaching institution in the State of Minnesota are eligible for this
award.
How the scholar is selected:
The scholar will be chosen on merit by an American Heart Association, Midwest Affiliate Committee of medical and/or
scientific professionals.
The scholarship:
The successful candidate will receive a stipend of $1,200 for a period of full-time research (usually three months duration)
with the sponsor.
How candidates apply:
Candidates must submit the appropriate form and complete all other requirements.
Applications must be fully completed to receive consideration.
Where to apply:
For further information and application forms, please visit www.heart.org/mnscholarships
The Helen N. & Harold B. Shapira Heart Medical Scholarship
The Purpose:
To stimulate interest in the study of heart and blood vessel diseases.
The Scholarship:
Every year one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a medical student. The successful candidate will be eligible for a
renewal of the $1,000 award for a second year provided they maintain satisfactory scholastic progress. Renewals will be considered in conjunctions with all new applications.
Who Is Eligible:
Minnesota Students Only: Medical students currently enrolled in a Minnesota state medical school and working in a
curriculum with potential application to patients with diseases of the heart and blood vessel system are eligible.
How the Scholars Are Selected:
Scholars will be chosen on merit by an American Heart Association, Midwest Affiliate Committee of medical and/or scientific
professionals.
How Candidates Apply:
Candidates must submit the appropriate form and complete all requirements. Applications must be fully completed to receive
consideration.
Where to Apply:
For further information and application forms, please visit www.heart.org/mnscholarships
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