Public Health Scholarships
Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health Scholarships
Fay W. Boozman Public Health and Community Service Scholarship Fund
To honor his memory and provide support for students in furtherance of their public health education, Dr. Boozman’s family and friends have endowed the Fay W. Boozman Public Health and Community Service Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is given annually to a deserving MPH student or students (based upon available funding) selected from a pool of applicants.
Eligibility
- Students will be eligible to apply for the scholarship upon meeting the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in the UAMS COPH as a candidate for the MPH degree
- Returning for the Fall semester following the award
- Seeking the MPH degree
- In good academic standing and have successfully completed a minimum of 9 credit hours in the UAMS COPH
- Not a previous scholarship recipient
Fay W. Boozman Textbook Scholarship
To honor his memory and provide support for students in furtherance of their public health education, former Governor Mike Huckabee’s Cabinet and UAMS Chancellor I. Dodd Wilson provided funding to establish the UAMS Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health Boozman Textbook Fund Award. The Textbook Fund Award is given annually to a COPH student or students (based upon available funding) selected from a pool of applicants to assist in the purchase of textbooks and related materials.
Eligibility
- Students will be eligible to apply for the Textbook Fund Award upon meeting the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in the UAMS COPH
- Returning for the Fall semester following the award
- Seeking a degree or certificate
- In good academic standing and have successfully completed a minimum of 9 credit hours in the UAMS COPH
- Not a previous recipient of the Textbook Fund Award
David Bourne Public Health Physician Memorial Scholarship
In recognition of a lifetime of achievement in public health policy and the ability to make others want to share in his dreams for better health for all Arkansans, Dr. David E. Bourne’s family and friends endowed the David Bourne Public Health Physician Memorial Scholarship to be awarded to the medical student or resident who exhibits an interest and aptitude in public health policy through study to obtain a Masters in Public Health at the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health.
Eligibility
Students will be eligible to apply for the scholarship upon meeting the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in the UAMS COPH as a candidate for the MPH degree
- Demonstrated interest in public health policy
- Has an M.D., or currently pursuing M.D.
- In good academic standing and have successfully completed a minimum of 9 credit hours in the UAMS COPH
Edward F. and Carol C. Stewart Scholarship for Academic Excellence in Public Health
Dr. Katharine E. Stewart, former Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, and Jada Walker, MEd have established The Edward F. and Carol C. Stewart Scholarship for Academic Excellence in Public Health to provide support to an outstanding student’s commitment to achieving academic excellence in public health.
Eligibility
Students will be eligible to apply for the scholarship upon meeting the following criteria:
- Currently a degree-seeking student in one of the COPH’s masters or doctoral degree program (MPH, MHA, DrPH, Ph.D.)
- Completion of at least 18 credit hours towards that degree with a GPA of 3.85 or higher
The Dr. Jan S. Richter Health Behavior Health Education Scholarship
Dr. Jan S. Richter and Dr. Charles Cranford, former faculty members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health have established the Dr. Jan S. Richter Health Behavior Health Education Scholarship to provide support for an outstanding student’s attainment of a Master of Public Health degree.
The award recipient will be nominated by the HBHE faculty and must meet the following criteria:
- Currently a degree-seeking student in the COPH MPH program
- Completion of at least the MPH core courses (18 credit hours)
- Formally declared pursuit of the Health Behavior Health Education (HBHE) specialty track
- Completion of at least 9 hours in the HBHE specialty track beyond the core courses
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher and be in good standing in the COPH
The Neal and Clara Spain Memorial Scholarship
The late Neil and Clara Spain generously established through their estate The Neil and Clara Spain Memorial Scholarship to provide support to a public health student in need who has demonstrated high academic performance in public health.
Eligibility
Students will be eligible to apply for the scholarship upon meeting the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in the UAMS COPH as a candidate for a degree in public health (MPH, MHA, DrPH or PhD).
- Successful completion of at least 18 credit hours towards that degree with a cumulative COPH GPA of 3.5 or higher, but not completing their degree this
The Arkansas Regional Organ Recovery Agency (ARORA) Scholarship
A $6,000 current use, non-endowed scholarship.
Must be a COPH enrolled student seeking a Master or Doctorate in Public Health and completing the required practicum.
The James M. Raczynski, Ph.D. and Martha M. Phillips, Ph.D. Endowed Scholarship
A $25,000 endowed scholarship – to be fully funded in 5 years
Scholarship committee will determine and apply the criteria in accordance with the COPH scholarship review/award processes.
The Marshall Scholarship for Sexual Health and Gender Equity Studies
S. Alexandra Marshall, an associate professor in the college’s Health Behavior and Health Education Department, has established this scholarship for students interested in addressing sexual health and gender disparities.
Eligibility
- Students will be eligible to apply for the scholarship upon meeting the following criteria:
- Incoming or currently enrolled as a degree-seeking student in one of the selected COPH’s masters or doctoral degree programs (i.e., MHA, MPH, MS, DrPH, and PhD).
- GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Preference to students with research interests in:
- Adolescent/emerging adult sexuality
- Sexual health and development
- Health disparities among sexual and gender minorities – particularly HIV prevention or treatment and bullying/discrimination among LGBTQ+ youth and young adults
- Students who have held this scholarship previously may reapply each year until they have reached the five (5) semester limit.
Application Process and Selection
- Provide a personal statement (no more than 500 words, double spaced) that summarizes evidence of your longstanding interest in sexual and/or gender equity and addresses one or more of the following topics: interest in addressing health disparities related to sexual or reproductive health or gender identity; commitment to promoting sexuality education; commitment to conducting research with sexual and gender underrepresented/underserved communities and/or that is driven by a social justice approach to achieve gender equity; and plans for applying and integrating these interests and commitments into your career in public health. Statements will be judged for their clarity in expressing your ideals and plans toward improving the sexual health and wellbeing of the public.
- Please provide your name along with a copy of your academic transcript.
- Submission of a CV or resume highlighting relevant work in the field is optional but preferred.
- Provide a letter of support from a faculty member with primary appointment in the COPH (and preferably with shared research interests), providing support for your commitment to achieving relevant education and training in the field while enrolled in the college of public health. The letter should be on letterhead and signed by the faculty member and should not exceed one page.
- Submit all documents as a PDF attachment in an e-mail, subject line “Scholarship Application,” addressed to Denise Hanna at DBHanna@uams.edu.
- Deadline for submission is 4:00 pm, Monday, October 11, 2021. Please note the deadline date—there will be no exceptions.
- The COPH Scholarship Committee will review all applications and make selection decisions.
The Marshall Scholarship for Sexual Health and Gender Equity Studies
• The recipient will be notified via their UAMS e-mail account in October.
• The scholarship will be applied to your student account through the UAMS Bursar’s Office and may be used as
The Marshall Dissertation Research Award
A $25,000 current use scholarship – to be fully funded in 5 years
Scholarship criteria:
- COPH enrolled student in a doctoral degree program in COPH
- Minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
Maternal and Child Health Scholarship
The goal of the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health Maternal and Child Health Scholarship is to increase the number of graduate student trainees who are from underrepresented backgrounds in the maternal and child health field. The scholarship is funded by Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Maternal and Child Health Public Health Catalyst Program.
Fellowships
CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship
Email: vgoodson@cste.org
CSTE, in collaboration with CDC, the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), established the Applied Epidemiology Fellowship to train recent graduates in the expanding field of applied epidemiology. The goal of the Fellowship is to provide a high quality training experience and to secure long-term career placement for Fellows at the state or local level. Participating fellows will receive two years of on-the-job training at a state or local health agency under the guidance of an experienced mentor. The Fellowship’s mission is to meet the nation’s ongoing need for applied epidemiology workforce capacity in state and local health departments through a national fellowship-training program.
Public Health Informatics Fellowship
Email: phifp@cdc.gov
The Public Health Informatics Fellowship Program (PHIFP) provides on-the-job training for professionals to apply expertise in information science, computer science, and information technology to address current and future informatics needs. While working in CDC programs to enhance our agency’s informatics workforce, fellows help state and local health departments and international public health agencies solve complex public health informatics challenges.
General External Scholarships
American Council of Learned Societies
A private, nonprofit federation of seventy national scholarly organizations is the preeminent representative of American scholarship in the humanities and related social sciences.
Funding Opportunities from The National Science Foundation
The National Science Foundation promotes and advances scientific progress in the U.S. by competitively awarding funding for research and education in the sciences, mathematics and engineering.
Grants and Fellowships, AHRQ (US Dept of Health and Human Services)
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality at the Dept of Health and Human Services offers a number of grants and fellowships for research aimed at promoting improvements in clinical and health system practices.
League of United American Citizens (LULAC) National Scholarship Fund
Merit-based scholarships for US Citizens only.
Leopold Schepp Foundation
An annual award can be up to an $8,500 maximum.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Scholarships for research on drug abuse and addiction.
National Institute of Health
Research and training grants for health professionals and students.
Office of University Partnerships (US Dept of Housing and Urban Development)
Office of University Partnerships offer funding and research opportunities to encourage and expand the efforts of institutions of higher education and urban scholars who are working with community groups.
The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans
Graduate scholarships (Each award is for up to $25,000 in maintenance grants and up to $20,000 in tuition support for each year of graduate study supported, a total of as much as $90,000).
Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA)
Training grants, scholarships and fellowships for health professionals and doctorate students
Study Abroad Scholarships
International Scholarships.com
Premier financial aid, college scholarship and international scholarship resource for students wishing to study abroad.
International Education Financial Aid (IEFA)
IEFA is a resource for financial aid information for students wishing to study in a foreign country.
International Students
International Students interested in scholarship awards are urged to pursue as many avenues as possible when applying for aid. Although international students are not eligible for federal financial assistance, they may apply for private loans.
The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF)
ASF offers fellowships, grants and research program funding for research in the U.S.
Institute of International Education (IIE)
Programs include the Fulbright Program and Gilman Scholarships. IIE provides many resources and information for International students.
Scholarships for Women
Association of Women in Science
The AWIS Educational Awards Committee is pleased to offer awards to support women planning a career in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship
Provides support and encouragement for independent, graduate-level research in oceanography, marine biology, or maritime archaeology, particularly for women and members of minority groups.
Scholarships for Minorities
Mongolia Society
Dr. Gombojab Hangin Memorial Scholarship for Mongolian Students.
National Federation of the Blind
Scholarship for the Blind.
National Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Scholarships for Hispanic Individuals.
The National Italian American Foundation
Scholarships for Italian Americans.
Scholarships for Veterans or Active Military
Air Force Association- Captain Jodi Callahan Memorial Scholarship
The Captain Jodi Callahan Memorial Scholarship provides a $1,000 scholarship to an active duty Air Force, full time Air National Guard or full time Air Force Reserve (officer or enlisted) pursuing a Master’s Degree in a non-technical field of study.
Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA)
The Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program provides education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of certain veterans; the program offers up to 45 months of education benefits.
Scholarships for Online Students
Online Colleges.org
Supports a Student Scholarship for Single Parents
Fellowships
Africans Doctoral Candidate Fellowship
Offers qualified advanced graduate students the opportunity to spend three summer months at the Wilson Center in Washington, DC.
American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)
ACLS offers fellowships and grants in more than a dozen programs for research in the humanities and related social sciences at the doctoral and postdoctoral levels.
Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Program
This program provides grants and leadership opportunities for students wishing to conduct research and enhance the ability of elementary and secondary schools to meet the special educational needs of gifted and talented students.
James Madison Fellowships
Are you planning to be a teacher? The James Madison Memorial Foundation, an independent agency of the federalgovernment, offers fellowships to help individuals like you become outstanding teachers of the American Constitution.
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program
The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research-based masters and doctoral degrees at accredited U.S. institutions.
National Air and Space Museum
The National Air and Space Museum has established the Postdoctoral Earth and Planetary Sciences Fellowship to support scientific research in this area. Also, other fellowships are available.
The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
The fellowships are for study toward graduate degree.
Environmental Health Sciences
Air and Waste Management Association
Environmental scholarships based on air and waste management.
Fulbright Program
The Fulbright Program aims to bring a little more knowledge, a little more reason, and a little more compassion into world affairs and thereby to increase the chance that nations will learn at last to live in peace and friendship.
Humanities Grant Information – National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
Find out how to apply for a grant from the NEH, an independent grant-making agency of the U.S. government dedicated to supporting research, education, and public programs in the humanities.
Arkansas Environmental Federation
The Arkansas Environmental Federation, a business group with over 250 member companies, has provided more than $80,000 in scholarship awards to 43 students since 1992. The association awards the scholarships to assist students who intend to pursue business and/or education careers, specifically those that will address the regulatory concerns of industry with regard to sound science legislation and conservation and stewardship of Arkansas’ environment.
General Financial Aid Information
Student Scholarship Search
Financial Aid informational website for graduate students provided by the Student Loan Network.
Grants.gov
A source to find and apply for federal grants (U.S. citizens only).
Peterson’s Guide
A comprehensive guide to college information.
School Scholarships
College scholarships and financial aid information for students.
Explore Health Careers
A free, multi-disciplinary, interactive health careers website designed to explain the array of health professions and provide easy access to students seeking information about health careers.
FinAid.org
“One of the most comprehensive sources of student financial aid information, advice and tools on or off the web.”
Mensa Foundation
The Mensa Education & Research Foundation college scholarship program bases its awards totally on essays written by the applicants. Consideration is not given to grades, academic program or financial need. (Applications avail/due: Sept. /Jan.
Loan Repayment Options
Listed below are options for loan repayment. Please also contact your lender for specific information.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
The NIH Loan Repayment Programs (LRPs) encourage promising researchers and scientists to pursue research careers by repaying up to $35,000 of their qualified student loan debt.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
The College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007 established a new public service loan forgiveness program. FinAid.org provides you with information on this program.
Free Scholarship Databases
FastWeb Scholarships
A site that can match you up with different private scholarships. Please note that most if not all of the scholarships offered by FastWeb are for US citizens only.
Scholarships4School
A free website that “provides students with the tools they need to make informed decisions about obtaining scholarships and other forms of financial aid.” US citizens only, they offer a lot of choices for minority students as well.