Applications for the NMF scholarships are available now for the year 2025. National Medical Fellowships (NMF) helps medical students by offering them scholarships that look at both merit and financial need. Many foundations and people fund these scholarships. They give important financial support to students who want to become medical professionals. This is a big chance for eligible students. NMF Scholarship has many cycles and the first application cycle is from January 13 2025 to February 23 2025.
Key Points
- Scholarships for underrepresented medical students
- Merit-based and need-based funding
- Application period: January 13 2025 to February 23 2025
- Supports aspiring medical professionals
NMF Scholarships Summary
| Study In | USA |
| Available For | Medical Students |
| Scholarship Type | Merit+Need Based |
| Last Apply Date | 23 February 2025 |
Also See: China International NPU President Scholarship 2025 (BS, MS, PHD)
List of Scholarships offered by NMF
Dr Nathalie Johnson Scholarship
The Dr Nathalie Johnson Scholarship gives two awards of $25,000 each to medical students in LCME-accredited MD schools in Oregon. It is for students from underrepresented backgrounds who need financial help. The focus is on promoting health equity and reducing Black maternal mortality. It supports students in their first second third or fourth years of medical school
Key Points
- Award Amount: $25,000 (Two awards available)
- Eligible Programs: MD MD/PhD
- Eligibility: Medical students in Oregon underrepresented backgrounds financial need
- Focus: Health equity reducing Black maternal mortality
- Eligible Genders: Male Female
- Eligible School Years: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Dr Theodore Quincy Miller Scholarship
The Dr Theodore Quincy Miller Scholarship gives one award of $5,000 to African American male medical students in any LCME-accredited US MD schools. It recognizes academic excellence leadership and service commitment. It supports students in their medical education
Key Points
- Award Amount: $5,000 (One award available)
- Eligible Programs: MD MD/PhD
- Eligibility: African American male medical students in any US LCME-accredited school
- Eligible Gender: Male
- Focus: Academic excellence leadership service commitment
- Eligible School Years: Any
Dr William Merrill Scholarship
The Dr William Merrill Scholarship gives one award of $7,500 to underrepresented medical students in accredited schools. Preference is for students in public or HBCU medical schools with an interest in rural healthcare issues. It supports students in becoming healthcare professionals
Key Points
- Award Amount: $7,500 (One award available)
- Eligible Programs: DO DO/PhD MD MD/PhD
- Preference: Public or HBCU medical schools rural healthcare interest
- Eligibility: Underrepresented medical students in accredited schools
- Eligible Gender: Any
- Eligible School Years: Any
Also See: Erasmus Mundus EMERALD Scholarship 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- Proof of US Citizenship or DACA approval.
- Currently enrolled in a graduate-level healthcare program in the US.
- You must show financial need
- Medical schools must be LCME-accredited US programs or COCA American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited institutions.
- You should be enrolled in MD MD/PhD DO or DO/PhD programs unless stated otherwise
- You must have a commitment to serving medically underserved communities
- You should have proven leadership abilities
Required Documents for NMF Scholarship Application
Financial Documents
- Student Aid Report (SAR) from the US Department of Education
- Loan History documents (current and undergraduate) from the National Student Loan Data System
Academic Documents
- Official Letter of Financial Aid Award Offer
- Current Professional School Transcript
Personal Documents
- Proof of US Citizenship (one of these):
- US birth certificate
- Current US passport
- USCIS certificate of naturalization
- Voter’s registration card (with picture ID)
- Green Card or passport stamp and state ID
- DACA approval letter
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Typically one letter, sometimes more
- Choose a dean, faculty member, or community leader
Application Process for the NMF Scholarships
Applicants can apply online for the National Medical Fellowships Scholarships 2025. The link is below.